Senior Wildlife Biologist & Regulatory Specialist

EWI Recruitment; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Job summary

EWI Recruitment seeks an Associate or Senior Wildlife Biologist / Regulatory Specialist to support ecological assessment, regulatory compliance, and environmental planning across diverse projects. You will contribute to high-quality technical work and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, navigating wildlife legislation and licensing requirements.

Depending on experience, the role may suit an Associate seeking development or a Senior Biologist ready to lead outputs, mentor staff, and

Qualifications

• Degree in ecology, zoology or environmental science.
• Experience in wildlife consultancy or environmental regulation.
• Knowledge of wildlife licensing and impact assessment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and undertake protected species and habitat surveys.
• Prepare ecological assessments, technical reports and regulatory submissions.
• Advise on wildlife legislation, licensing requirements and mitigation.
• Support licences applications and liaise with regulators and stakeholders.
• Review data, assess impacts and suggest avoidance/mitigation measures.
• Contribute to project planning, budgeting and QA.
• Mentor junior colleagues and support business development (senior level).

Skills

Wildlife surveys

Regulatory compliance

Report writing

Project management

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in ecology, zoology or environmental science

Job description

EWI Recruitment seeks an Associate or Senior Wildlife Biologist / Regulatory Specialist to support ecological assessment, regulatory compliance, and environmental planning across diverse projects. You will contribute to high-quality technical work and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, navigating wildlife legislation and licensing requirements.

Depending on experience, the role may suit an Associate seeking development or a Senior Biologist ready to lead outputs, mentor staff, and