Ecologist/Biologist – Early Career in Irving, TX

Ecologist/Biologist - Early Career - Stantec - Irving, TX - work from home job Company: Stantec Job description: Ecologist/Biologist - Early Career - ( 2300017H ) Description Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We're a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that's critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science. Your Opportunity Stantec is seeking a qualified, energetic, self-motivated, and resourceful Ecologist to support our Natural Resource Group in Irving, TX. Grow your career with a leading environmental consulting firm serving a wide variety of private and federal, state, and local government clients in Texas, Oklahoma, and the surrounding region. Your role will be to perform field work including species surveys, habitat assessments, wetland delineations, compliance monitoring, inspections, and technical support services. You will also write reports, develop plans, and implement steps to move projects toward closure in the most cost-effective manner. Your Key Responsibilities Support data collection efforts for wetland delineations and wetland functional/conditional assessments in accordance with applicable agency regulations Conduct vegetation inventories and monitoring Perform wildlife surveys and habitat assessments for listed species (migratory birds and threatened/endangered species) Lead and work alongside field teams Record, enter, organize, and analyze ecological/environmental data Prepare report documentation and supporting materials for client and regulatory agency submittals Travel to project area to perform field assessments throughout Stantec's service area Qualifications Your Capabilities and Credentials Knowledge of Texas and Oklahoma vegetation and species Certified Wetland Delineator a plus Strong technical writing and communication skills Strong work ethic with a demonstrated ability to work independently Solid field skills including the ability to navigate in difficult terrain using aerial maps Familiarity with GPS data collection, a broad range of ecological communities, environmental regulatory compliance, and prior consulting experience is preferred Valid driver's license and good driving record required Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus Willing and able to travel and conduct field work in remote areas (50-75% of the time), including overnight travel, is expected for this position Education and Experience Bachelor's or master's degree in wildlife biology, rangeland ecology, environmental science, forestry, botany, soil science, or a closely related natural resource field At least 3 years of relevant/consulting experience in field ecology This position works in both field and office settings. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather, remote locations, summer heat, rough terrain, and wildlife; as well as bending, stooping, carrying field equipment, standing, and walking for extended periods of time, and making visual and tactile distinctions using color, texture, moisture content, depth, and distance. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. Benefits Summary: Full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. Primary Location : United States-Texas-Irving Work Locations : Irving TX Organization : BC-2353 EnvSvcs-US Gulf West Employee Status : Regular Job Level : Entry Level Travel : Yes, 75 % of the Time Schedule : Full-time Job Posting : Aug 29, 2023, 9:34:55 AM Req ID: 2300017H Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. 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