Senior Wildlife Biologist: Field Ecology & Mapping

Stantec; Overland Park (KS); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Opportunity for career advancement

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

An environmental consulting firm is seeking a Wildlife Biologist based in Overland Park, Kansas. The role involves conducting habitat assessments, environmental permit applications, and overseeing field teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in natural resources or environmental science, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. The position requires proficiency in technical report writing, GPS data collection, and working in adverse conditions. Flexibility for travel and fieldwork is essential, as well as strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in environmental science or related field.
• Ability to travel and conduct field work in various conditions.
• Proficiency in technical report writing and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct habitat assessments and environmental permit applications.
• Organize and direct field teams for diverse projects.
• Prepare technical reports and maps for regulatory review.

Skills

Field sampling techniques

Technical writing skills

Communication

GPS data collection

Environmental permit applications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in natural resources or environmental science

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office products

Job description

An environmental consulting firm is seeking a Wildlife Biologist based in Overland Park, Kansas. The role involves conducting habitat assessments, environmental permit applications, and overseeing field teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in natural resources or environmental science, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. The position requires proficiency in technical report writing, GPS data collection, and working in adverse conditions. Flexibility for travel and fieldwork is essential, as well as strong communication skills.