Field Biologists/Environmental Monitors

WSP in the U.S.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Job summary

WSP USA seeks Field Biologists/Environmental Monitors to support multiple biological surveys and environmental compliance projects in New York State. This full-time temporary hourly role expects a 40-hour week, with additional hours possible based on project needs.

Local candidates in New York are preferred, but all qualified applicants will be considered. The job involves field data collection, safety policy adherence, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team on utility transmission

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or related field.
• 2+ years of environmental monitoring or utility permitting experience.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and work in field conditions.
• Strong written and verbal communication for technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Assist with biological field surveys and environmental compliance tasks.
• Review EM & CP for utility transmission projects and conduct site visits.
• Record field data with standardized forms, noting species, habitats, and conditions.
• Follow survey protocols and contribute to high-quality data collection.
• Work within a multidisciplinary field team and adhere to safety policies.

Skills

Field data collection

Communication skills

GPS proficiency

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Ability to travel

Education

Undergraduate degree in biology or related field

Tools

GPS units

Mobile data collection

Office software

Job description

Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP has immediate openings for Field Biologists/Environmental Monitors to support multiple biological surveys and environmental compliance projects planned in New York State. This is a full-time temporary hourly position. Candidates local to New York are ideal due to work location and scheduling needs, but all qualified applicants will be considered. The expectation is that this position will require 40 hours per week but more could be available based on project needs.

Your Impact

• Assist with multiple biological field surveys and environmental compliance tasks, including:
• Conduct environmental management and construction plan (EM & CP) reviews for support on utility transmission projects.
• Perform site visits to project locations with construction managers to become familiar with project needs.
• Record field data accurately using standardized biological field forms, including species observations, habitat characteristics, and environmental conditions
• Follow established survey protocols and contribute to high quality data collection
• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary field team
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision making regarding company resources and conduct, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a closely related field
• 2+ years of prior environmental monitoring or utility permitting experience
• Self motivated, physically able to conduct fieldwork in all weather conditions, and able to follow instructions and established protocols
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey scientific information to both technical and non technical audiences
• Proficient self leadership with attention to detail, multi tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team
• Basic proficiency with business writing, GPS units, mobile data collection tools, and standard office software
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies
• Ability to work schedules that may extend beyond the typical workweek, depending on project needs
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience conducting biological surveys in New York or the surrounding region
• Familiarity with regional flora and fauna, including identification of special status species
• Experience with wetland delineations, avian surveys, herpetological surveys, or other specialized biological field methods a plus
• Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations (e.g., ESA, MBTA, Clean Water Act).

WSP Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $38 - $50/hour

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.