Biologist/Environmental Scientist

Ecological Land Services, Inc.; Washougal (WA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) contribution

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Health Savings Account (HSA) or FSA

Flexible schedule

PTO & holidays

Continuing education

Job summary

Ecological Land Services, Inc. seeks a full-time Biologist/Environmental Scientist to join our Washougal, WA team. The role focuses on environmental permitting, project management from inception to permit issuance, and a balance of office and field work.

The successful candidate will bring a multidisciplinary science background, field experience, and strong communication skills to support our environmental consulting services for wetlands, streams, wildlife, and sensitive species.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental, or Natural Resource Sciences is required.
• Environmental permitting and/or field experience in a similar field.
• Good physical condition and ability to work in all weather conditions and rough terrain for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fieldwork including data collection, wetland delineation, stream assessments, and wildlife surveys.
• Prepare a variety of technical reports and permit applications.
• Monitor wetland and stream projects for permit compliance.
• Coordinate with clients, project team members, and agency personnel.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Environmental permitting

Wetland delineation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental, or Natural Resource Sciences

Job description

Ecological Land Services, Inc. (ELS) is seeking a full-time Biologist/Environmental Scientist to join our motivated team of professionalsbased out of our Washougal, Washington office! ELS is an environmental consulting firm serving the Pacific Northwest and Southeast Alaska. We specialize in land, water, and shoreline projects involving wetlands, streams, wildlife, habitat, and endangered, threatened, and sensitive species.

Summary of Duties

Successful candidates will be detail-oriented, organized, and have both strong written and oral communication skills to manage a diverse workload with a primary focus on environmental permitting. The Biologist/Environmental Scientist will manage all aspects of project permitting from inception to permit issuance, with a general ratio of 75% to 25% office to field time. Other responsibilities may include:

• Conducting fieldwork (data collection, wetland delineation, stream assessments, wildlife surveys).
• Preparing a variety of technical reports and permit applications.
• Monitoring wetland and stream projects for permit compliance.
• Coordinating with clients, project team members, and agency personnel.

Desired Qualifications

• A multidisciplinary science-based background, including, at a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental, or Natural Resource Sciences.
• Environmental permitting and/or field experience in a similar field.
• Good physical condition and ability to work in all weather conditions and rough terrain for extended periods of time.

What can Ecological Land Services offer you?

• The pay ranges from $24 - $35 hourly (depending on experience).
• Comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k)-retirement plan with Company contribution; medical, dental, and vision insurance with substantial Company-paid premiums; Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage; and access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) or Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA), depending on the medical plan selected.
• Potential for a flexible/hybrid work schedule.
• PTO and paid holidays; work/life balance is a priority.
• Continuing education is encouraged and supported.
• A fantastic office location in Washougal, WA! ELS is headquartered in Longview, WA, with additional branch offices in Bremerton, Bellingham, and Sunnyside, WA.
• Work that is fast-paced and goal-oriented.
• A dynamic team that is supportive, friendly, and fun.

What is it like to work at ELS?

In a recent survey, employees were asked, “What do you like most about working at ELS?” The number one response was “my co-workers”.

ELS cultivates an enjoyable and exciting workplace culture with a flexible working environment. We provide support, promote development and growth within the company, and encourage training and attainment of specialty certifications to further employee expertise.

We are members of many industry organizations to help promote relationships within our field of expertise, to stay tied to our community, and to facilitate the professional development of our staff.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.