Authorized Desert Tortoise Biologist

Energy Project Solutions, LLC; Las Vegas (NV); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 105.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health coverage

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Weekly team lunches

Culture that connects

Zusammenfassung

Energy Project Solutions (EPS) seeks a field‑based Authorized Desert Tortoise Biologist for our Las Vegas, NV office. This full‑time role emphasizes wildlife surveys, environmental compliance, and technical reporting across energy and infrastructure projects in the Southwest.

You will conduct and manage field investigations, work with USFWS guidelines, and prepare professional reports tailored for clients and regulatory agencies.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a closely related field.
• Previously approved U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Desert Tortoise Authorized Biologist with documentation of prior authorizations.
• Minimum of 2 years of dedicated field experience in the desert Southwest.
• Strong communicator able to work with construction crews, clients, and agencies under pressure.
• Comfortable working independently in remote field conditions and long field days.

Aufgaben

• Conduct and manage field investigations related to wildlife, botanical resources, waters of the United States, wetlands, and other biological resources.
• Serve as a Desert Tortoise Authorized Biologist on construction and pre-construction projects, including clearance surveys, translocation, and on-site monitoring per USFWS.
• Perform nesting bird surveys, habitat assessments, and other species-specific surveys as project needs arise.
• Analyze environmental data and compile professional technical reports with data assessment and original analysis.
• Prepare summaries and reports on field investigations for clients and regulatory agencies.
• Interface with clients, contractors, crews, and regulators professionally to ensure project objectives and compliance.
• Prioritize tasks and work autonomously in office and remote field settings.

Kenntnisse

Field investigations

Wildlife surveys

Technical reporting

Communication

Independent work

Driver's license

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in biology/ecology/environmental science

Jobbeschreibung

Energy Project Solutions (EPS)is an energy consulting firm that helps partners deliver efficient, high-value projects through localizedexpertiseand real-world insight. With more than 500 years of collective experience, our team leads complex energy developments frominceptionthrough construction, bringing deep knowledge across engineering, real estate, business development, and finance whileleveragingstrong relationships with developers, owners, financial institutions, and property owners nationwide.

EPS Energy Project Solutions powered by AKS Engineering and Forestry is seeking a full-time Authorized Desert Tortoise Biologist based in our Las Vegas, NV office. This is a field-heavy role focused on biological surveys, environmental compliance, and technical reporting across energy, infrastructure, and development projects throughout the Southwest. You’ll spend significant time in the field conducting wildlife surveys, supporting construction compliance monitoring, and preparing the technical deliverables that keep projects moving. This is a permanent, career-track position for someone who wants to grow with a team.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct and manage field investigations related to wildlife, botanical resources, waters of the United States, wetlands, and other biological and environmental resources.
• Serve as a Desert Tortoise Authorized Biologist on construction and pre-construction projects, including clearance surveys, translocation, and on-site monitoring in compliance with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service requirements.
• Perform nesting bird surveys, habitat assessments, and other species-specific biological surveys as project needs arise.
• Analyze collected environmental data and compile professional technical reports including data assessment, evaluation, and original written analysis.
• Prepare summaries and reports on field investigation and inspection results for clients and regulatory agencies.
• Interface with clients, contractors, construction crews, and regulatory agencies professionally and pragmatically — ensuring project objectives are met while complying with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.
• Prioritize tasks and work autonomously in both office and remote field settings, often independently.

Who You Are

• You hold a bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a closely related field.
• You are a previously approved U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Desert Tortoise Authorized Biologist. You can provide documentation of prior project authorizations.
• You have a minimum of 2 years of dedicated field experience conducting biological surveys, wildlife monitoring, or environmental compliance work in the desert Southwest.
• You are a strong, clear communicator who can work effectively with construction crews, clients, and agency representatives in high‑pressure field environments.
• You approach environmental work pragmatically — you follow the rules, do the work ethically, and keep projects moving forward.
• You are comfortable working independently in remote field conditions for extended periods, including long field days (9–11 hours).
• You produce accurate, professional technical reports and written deliverables with minimal oversight.
• You are organized, self‑directed, and reliable — when a survey needs to happen tomorrow, you’re ready.
• You hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Nice to Have

• BLM-approved botanist status or formal botany training and field experience.
• Experience with multiple species surveys beyond desert tortoise (nesting birds, raptors, burrowing owls, sensitive plant species).
• Familiarity with NEPA, ESA Section 7 and Section 10, and state‑level environmental permitting in Nevada, California, or Utah.
• Experience working on energy, transmission, utility, or large‑scale infrastructure projects.
• Prior consulting experience in a private‑sector environmental firm.
• Cross‑training potential across multiple biological disciplines.

Why EPS?

At EPS, we believe your work should support your life, not the other way around.Here’swhat you can count on when you join our team:

• Meaningful Growth: Whetheryou’rejust starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands‑on training, mentorship and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
• Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
• **Respect for Your Time:** We value work‑life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
• BenefitsThat Care: You’llhave access to health coverage that supports your total well‑being, plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.
• Weekly Team Lunches :Take a break and recharge with your teammates. We believe food brings people together.
• Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.