Wetlands Project Biologist – Field Lead & Reports

careers-swca; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

401(k) with profit sharing

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Professional development

Job summary

SWCA Environmental Consultants in Austin, Texas is seeking an Assistant Project Biologist – Wetlands to support projects across Texas, Oklahoma, and the Gulf Coast. The role involves extensive fieldwork, wetland delineations, vegetation surveys, and wildlife assessments, with travel up to 60% and a hybrid work model combining field, in-office, and remote work.

The candidate will contribute to pre-development surveys, technical reports, and permit applications, working with teams to meet

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field; two years of relevant experience; four years preferred.
• Experience conducting wetland delineations and aquatic resource assessments in a professional setting.
• Knowledge of the Clean Water Act and Endangered Species Act; familiarity with USACE permits.

Responsibilities

• Direct and participate in field data collection and summarization.
• Perform data analyses with GIS/Statistics teams; support field monitoring.
• Coordinate sections of technical reports; collaborate with editors on deliverables.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
• Assist with planning and compliance documents for regulatory reviews.

Skills

Wetland delineations

Aquatic resource assessments

Field data collection

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology

Tools

ArcGIS

GPS devices

Job description

SWCA Environmental Consultants in Austin, Texas is seeking an Assistant Project Biologist – Wetlands to support projects across Texas, Oklahoma, and the Gulf Coast. The role involves extensive fieldwork, wetland delineations, vegetation surveys, and wildlife assessments, with travel up to 60% and a hybrid work model combining field, in-office, and remote work.

The candidate will contribute to pre-development surveys, technical reports, and permit applications, working with teams to meet