Biologist/Environmental Scientist

Nexus Environmental Consultants, Inc.; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Environmental Consultants, Inc. in Elko, Nevada is seeking Biologists to perform field surveys and data collection for NEPA and permitting projects.

Based in Elko, you will conduct wildlife, vegetation, and water surveys, work overtime as needed, and contribute to baseline characterization and environmental compliance for various clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct wildlife surveys (birds, mammals, reptiles, and other wildlife)
• Perform vegetation surveys (mapping, invasive species, and sensitive plants)
• Conduct water surveys (surface and groundwater sampling for water quality, quantity, and flow)

Skills

Wildlife survey techniques

Field data collection

Job description

Background

Nexus Environmental Consultants, Inc. (Nexus) is a natural resources consulting firm specializing in state and federal permitting. Our team of scientists and other specialists routinely complete baseline characterization, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analysis, mitigation, and compliance projects for geothermal, mining, non-profit, ranching, solar, and governmental clients within Nevada and other western states.

Position Announcement

Nexus is seeking individuals to fill multiple positions as Biologists based in Elko, Nevada. Duties would include but are not limited to:

• Conducting wildlife surveys (birds, mammals, reptiles, and other wildlife)
• vegetation surveys (community mapping, noxious weeds, invasive species, and sensitive plants
• and water surveys (surface and groundwater sampling for water quality, quantity, and flow).

Other tasks may be included based on workload. These are full-time positions, overtime-eligible, and with full benefits offer...