Botanist (Field Based)

Environmental Resources Management (ERM); Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading sustainability consultancy as a Botanist, where you'll conduct vital surveys and lead a team in the beautiful landscapes of Idaho. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to work outdoors, monitor special plant species, and contribute to innovative sustainability solutions. If you have a passion for botany and a desire to make a difference, this position is perfect for you. Enjoy a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion, allowing you to thrive in your career while making a positive impact on the environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in botany or ecology.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys for special status plant species.
• Lead a team of biologists in data collection and reporting.

Skills

Botany

Ecology

Data collection

GPS data collection

Problem solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Botany

Bachelor’s degree in Ecology

Tools

Handheld GPS

Job description

ERMis hiring a Botanistto conduct surveys for project efforts in Lincoln County, Idaho. This is a full-time (50hrs/week), limited-term role for a duration of 3 months extendable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitoring efforts include surveys for BLM special status plant species.
• Lead a team of up to 6 biologists to conduct surveys.
• Electronic data collection.
• Handheld and sub-meter accurate GPS data collection.
• Daily reporting and survey report compilation.
• Coordinating with other field team members, field coordinator, and project manager.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Botany, Ecology, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience required.
• Experience working in Idaho is required.
• Ability to hike in rough terrain up to 5 miles per day in a range of temperatures.
• Ability to work safely outdoors in variable weather conditions.
• Must have a strong attentional to detail in documentation of work.
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills.
• Work schedule will include weekends (Saturday) and/or over-time.
• Desire to work in the field for extended periods of time and maintain a positive attitude.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
• Demonstrated independent and effective problem solving and decision-making skills.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.