Temporary Field Paleontologist – Wyoming Mitigation

SWCA Environmental Consultants; Sheridan (WY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel provided

Per diem

Overtime pay

Lodging provided

Job summary

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a Temporary Staff Paleontologist to support a southwestern Wyoming project, with duties including field monitoring, fossil collection and documentation, and data entry. The role requires extensive field time, travel, and the ability to work with diverse teams in remote locations.

Ideal candidates will have Wyoming permit status or equivalent experience, a relevant degree, and at least two years of consulting experience in Wyoming or four years overall.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Paleontology, Geology, Biology or related field with paleontological coursework and experience.
• Wyoming Paleontological Resource Use Permit Field Monitor/Field Agent status preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as a paleontology professional on project teams, serving as a permitted Field Monitor, under the direction of Field Agents and Project Leaders.
• Prepare and complete accurate logs for field surveys, monitoring, fossil collection, fossil preparation, or other related efforts.
• Conduct fieldwork including monitoring and survey, ensuring data quality and completeness; perform data QA/QC, organization, and GPS data collection.
• Communicate regularly with leads, project managers, field crews, and clients to ensure reliable services.
• Comply with SWCA safety programs and drug testing requirements; maintain personal safety and identify hazards.
• Build collaborative relationships with SWCA paleontology colleagues and promote safe, productive work practices.
• Uphold scientific ethics and assist in resolving challenges.

Skills

Paleontological mitigation

Construction monitoring

Field surveys

Fossil identification

Data collection/QAQC

GPS data collection

Team communication

Safety and field ethics

Driving a 4x4

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Paleontology, Geology, Biology

Wyoming Field Monitor/Field Agent status (preferred)

Tools

GPS devices

Job description

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a Temporary Staff Paleontologist to support a southwestern Wyoming project, with duties including field monitoring, fossil collection and documentation, and data entry. The role requires extensive field time, travel, and the ability to work with diverse teams in remote locations.

Ideal candidates will have Wyoming permit status or equivalent experience, a relevant degree, and at least two years of consulting experience in Wyoming or four years overall.