Wildlife Biologist (Entry Level, Remote)

ICF; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 46,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF in Texas is seeking an early-career Wildlife Biologist to assist with wetland delineations, habitat assessments, and biological surveys for infrastructure projects across Texas and the U.S.

This entry-level role, anticipated to begin Summer 2027, is remote with 30–60% travel. Preference for candidates in the Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston or San Antonio regions. The position offers full-time benefits and a competitive upper-$50k salary range.

Qualifications

• BS in Biology, Natural Resource Sciences, Wetland Science, Wildlife, Ecology, Botany, Forest, Environmental Sciences, or a similar field by time of hire.
• Ability to travel to project sites, including overnight trips up to a week, with higher frequency in spring/fall.
• Must be able to work independently in the field for extended periods with limited mobile reception.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys.
• Author and review reports.
• Work alongside senior staff.
• Perform wetland delineations and habitat assessments for infrastructure projects.
• Engage in technical writing and report review.

Skills

Fieldwork

Regulatory knowledge

Technical writing

GPS usage

Education

BS in Biology or related field

Tools

GPS devices

Job description

Description

ICF is growing in Texas, and we want you to join in our growth! ICF is seeking a motivated, early-career Wildlife Biologist to join our team and assist in conducting wetland delineations and biological surveys for infrastructure projects throughout Texas and the U.S. This is an entry-level position expected to begin Summer 2027. While the position will be remote, the individual is expected to travel between 30-60% of the time (higher during spring/fall; lower during winter/summer). A preference for those in the Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston or San Antonio regions will be given. Pay is anticipated to be in the upper $50K annualized range plus full-time benefits.

Level: Biologist / Delineator

Focus: Desktop and field surveys, wetland delineations, habitat assessments, technical writing and review for infrastructure projects (including transportation, energy, water)

Territory: Texas primary + U.S. support

Travel: range 30–60% (higher during spring/fall, lower during winter/summer)

Responsibilities: conduct surveys, author and review reports, work alongside senior staff

Why work for ICF?

You might be at an engineering firm with a culture built around licensed engineers. At ICF you are our raison d'être, a team of environmental experts prizing scientific rigor, regulatory insight, work-life balance, and a commitment to integrity. Or you might be at a government agency craving the fast pace of consulting. You will enjoy the diversity of work, entrepreneurial opportunities, and mission of building a more prosperous and resilient world. Whatever you seek, there is a reason so many of our people have stayed with ICF for over 20 years.

On Our Team, You Will

• Apply your technical expertise and regulatory knowledge to help solve our clients’ toughest compliance challenges, involving Clean Water Act (CWA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), and federal and state laws
• Support teams of experts in project field efforts focused on biology and wetlands, including plant and wildlife habitat assessments, surveys, wetland delineations, and functional assessments
• Assess impacts and prepare technical reports and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) 404/10 permit applications and mitigation plans
• Explore a wide variety of project sites, terrain, and ecological landscapes, within Texas and across the U.S.
• Learn and hone your technical skills while discussing species and regulatory changes with other talented biologists and project managers
• Learn how to develop client relationships under experienced leaders who serve as trusted advisors for our long-time clients

Basic Qualifications

• BS in Biology, Natural Resource Sciences, Wetland Science, Wildlife, Ecology, Botany, Forest, Environmental Sciences, or a similar field by time of hire
• Must be able to work independently in the field for extended periods of time, often with limited mobile phone reception
• Ability to travel to project sites, including overnight trips for up to a week at a time, with higher frequency in the spring and fall (Texas peak field seasons)
• Valid driver’s license is required

Preferred Qualifications And Attributes

• Any experience conducting wildlife habitat assessments and surveys, wetland delineations, environmental permitting related to WOTUS, or closely-related environmental field services
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including technical writing skills and ability to QA/QC deliverables and apply feedback from senior staff
• Experience using GPS technologies
• The team's local office is in Austin, TX, and due to the location of field work, Texas-based candidates are preferred

Why You Will Love Working Here

Our team values scientific rigor, respectful collaboration, intellectual curiosity, and productive creativity. We also work to support our team members’ professional growth. To this end, we will:

• Welcome you warmly to our team and value your knowledge and expertise as an environmental professional
• Seek to provide you with diverse experiences including new project types, peers, clients, and geographies
• Offer flexible work arrangements and support work-life balance to the maximum extent possible within the constraints of the role
• Connect you with leaders and technical experts in Texas and across ICF to share innovative ideas, provide expert solutions, and to help you learn and grow
• Support career development to sharpen your business and project management skills, hone your expertise, and accelerate your growth
• Invest in you with generous programs, such as health coverage, tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and charitable donation matching
• Offer an exciting opportunity to be part of something important, working with integrity on projects that matter, and making a difference in the communities in which we live

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please [e-mail] we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more aboutworkplacediscriminationrights or our benefit offerings which are included in theTransparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

$46,004.00 - $86,028.00

Texas Remote Office (TX99)