Field Biologists (Field Based)

Environmental Resources Management (ERM); Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Resources Management (ERM) is seeking multiple Field Biologists to conduct plant and wildlife surveys across Arizona and New Mexico. This full‑time, limited‑term role lasts about two months, with potential extension, and requires flexibility as schedules and sites shift with project needs.

Ideal candidates will have field survey experience, the ability to work outdoors in variable conditions, and strong data collection and reporting skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 field biologist seasons of survey work.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field preferred.
• Experience with burrowing owl, desert tortoise, and native plants preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather and challenging terrain.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation.
• Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel overnight.

Responsibilities

• Conduct plant and wildlife surveys across Arizona and New Mexico.
• Work independently or with teams in remote field locations.
• Collect data electronically with handheld GPS and sub-meter accuracy.
• Prepare daily survey reports and contribute to client reports.
• Follow ERM safety program and project protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Field biology

GPS technologies

Outdoor work

Bilingual English/Spanish

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science

Tools

GIS mapping

Map interpretation

Job description

ERM has an immediate hiring need for multiple Field Biologists to conduct plant and wildlife surveys in NewMexico and Arizona. Successful candidates must be flexible and responsive to a work environment where schedules, site locations, and tasks fluctuate according to the needs of the project. The role of a field biologist requires technical skills, as well as strong organizational and communication skills. This is a full‑time (50+ hours a week) limited‑term role, with a duration of 2 months and the possibility of extension.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Field biologist position to conduct plant and wildlife surveys across the Arizona and NewMexico territory.
• Work locations are often remote and requires bio to work independently or with teams.
• Other special status species surveys and monitoring may be required, based on available skills.
• Plant and wildlife surveys following strict protocols and providing quality data for reports to multiple different agencies and the client.
• Electronic data collection.
• Handheld and sub‑meter accurate GPS data collection.
• Daily reporting and survey report compilation.
• Other duties as assigned or required.
• Compliance with ERM’s safety program.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 2 seasons of Field Biologist survey experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field preferred.
• Burrowing owl, Desert Tortoise, and native plant experience preferred.
• Ability to work safely outdoors in variable weather conditions and on challenging terrain.
• Working knowledge of sub‑meter accuracy GPS technologies and map interpretation skills (e.g., NWI, USGS, aerial photography).
• Must have a strong attention to detail in documentation of work.
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills.
• Desire to work in the field for an extended period and maintain a positive attitude.
• Willingness and ability to travel with overnight stays possible.
• Demonstrated independent and effective problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Fluency in English and Spanish a plus.

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.

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.

Thank you for your interest in ERM! At ERM, sustainability is our business. We are the world’s largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability, offering unparalleled expertise across business and finance. ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, through our unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. Our diverse global team of experts works with the world’s leading organizations to help them set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy through deep implementation and business transformation. With more than 50 years of experience, our ability to integrate sustainability solutions and our depth and breadth of technical knowledge are why organizations choose to partner with us as their trusted advisor. Every one of us firmly believes in the potential to create value for our clients through an integrated approach to sustainability (because we have personally seen it and professionally achieved it). Our team members are passionate about client service. We work closely with our clients to help them operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives while advancing ERM’s purpose through delivering tangible progress in what the United Nations coined The Decade of Action. Organizing our people across globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent positions ERM to be a “boots to boardroom” leader in bringing that value creation to our clients, partners, and the world. We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists. We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth. At ERM, effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves a positive imprint on our planet.