Mid-Level Biologist

Daniel B. Stephens & Associates; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Vacation and sick leave

Profit sharing

Job summary

Daniel B. Stephens & Associates is looking for a mid-level biologist in Albuquerque, NM, to work on natural resource and environmental projects. You will join a collaborative team and engage in tasks such as conducting biological surveys, NEPA documentation, and wetland delineations.

This position requires a master’s in biology, 5-10 years of relevant experience, and knowledge of state and federal regulations. A comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career advancement are offered.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in environmental consulting and biological surveys.
• Experience with state and federal environmental laws and regulations.
• Some experience with wetland delineations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biological surveys and monitoring.
• Delineate Ordinary High-Water Marks and wetlands.
• Prepare technical reports related to environmental assessments.

Skills

Knowledge of flora and fauna of New Mexico

Attention to detail

Problem solving and analytical thinking

Effective communication

Field and office work ability

Education

Master's degree in Biology

Job description

Are you a mid-level biologist seeking challenging projects, career advancement, employee ownership, and a great place to work?

Daniel B. Stephens & Associates (DBS&A) is seeking a qualified and motivated staff person to join our diverse technical team. DBS&A is a water resources, engineering, and environmental consulting firm providing comprehensive services in groundwater and surface water hydrology, soil and environmental science, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance, and natural resource investigations. Our staff values a work environment that is collegial, collaborative, respectful, and rewarding with challenging work and flexible work schedules. In this position, you will work hand-in-hand with a range of professionals with backgrounds in biology, hydrology, and geology, soil and environmental science, civil and environmental engineering, geographic information system (GIS) and computer aided design (CAD), and field and laboratory technology. As a subsidiary of Geo-Logic Associates (GLA), you will have access to 300 diverse professionals and 28 offices in the U.S. and Peru. There is room to grow personally, professionally, and geographically within our organization.

DBS&A offers a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, vacation leave, sick leave and profit sharing.

• You want to put your master’s degree in biology to work in the field of natural resources investigations and environmental science.
• You have 5-10 years of experience in environmental consulting, biological surveys, and NEPA documentation.
• You are highly knowledgeable about the flora and fauna of New Mexico.
• You have some experience with wetland delineations.
• You have experience working with state and federal environmental laws and regulations, and with state agencies such as the New Mexico Department of Transportation and the New Mexico Environment Department.
• You have a strong attention to detail and a demonstrated aptitude for problem solving and analytical thinking, and the ability to work independently.
• You like a combination of field and office work.
• You have the ability to work with a team of biologists, field technicians, hydrologists, engineers, and GIS specialists working on natural resource issues in New Mexico and neighboring states.
• You are highly effective in your written and verbal communication and are comfortable addressing technical audiences.

More about this opportunity on a day-to-day basis

• You will work with a team of highly talented individuals on a variety of small to large natural resource and environmental projects, including biological surveys and monitoring, NEPA and Endangered Species Act (ESA) documentation and compliance, and wetland delineations. Typical tasks for a mid-level biologist may include:
• Conducting field investigations to document the local flora and fauna and assess the potential for special-status species occurrence.
• Conduct bird nest surveys for compliance with the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA).
• Delineating Ordinary High-Water Marks and participating in wetland delineations.
• Analyzing data and preparing technical reports (Biological Evaluations and Assessments, Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, monitoring reports, wetland delineation reports).
• Working on project teams with professionals who are motivated to provide high quality services to our clients.

Position level and compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position may require some travel, including possible evenings and weekends, and fieldwork in adverse weather conditions.

• Be eligible to work in the United States.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a driving record acceptable to our insurer.
• Pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening.

DBS&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.