Olympia, WA 98502

Environmental Biologist Level 2

Overview:

EnviroVector is a fast-growing environmental science company seeking brilliant and highly motivated environmental biologist. Spacious work environment with an ocean view. Fieldwork provides the opportunity to collect scientific data in the natural environment using the most advanced, cutting-edge technologies. Plenty of room for advancement as the company grows.

Job Summary:

Full time Environmental Biologist position open in our Olympia office. A successful candidate will demonstrate competence in performing wetland delineations and wildlife studies and would contribute advanced skills enhancing team collaboration. Successful candidate also must demonstrate: 1) a positive attitude toward work assignments, team members, and job duties, 2) an unwavering work ethic to complete assignments successfully within budgets and deadlines, 3) the ability to perform fieldwork under challenging terrain, and 4) the ability to prepare clean technical documents with minimal editing.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Performing wetland delineations
• Performing wildlife studies
• Preparing technical documents for Agency review
• Collecting and processing GPS data using GPS & GNSS devices and GIS software
• Performing fieldwork that includes collecting scientific data while traversing challenging terrain
• Bring valuable skills and experience to our advanced and multi-disciplinary team of Scientists

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in ecology, biology, or other closely related discipline from an accredited university
• Minimum 2+ years of experience as an environmental biologist
• Academic or work experience should include experience in Washington State, with a focus on local flora and fauna ecology
• Experience in wetland delineation, 2 years preferred
• Proficiency with processing and interpreting data for evaluating biological communities (aquatic and terrestrial)
• Ability to work as part of a team, strong communication skills, and the ability and desire to interact with agency representatives
• Valid drivers license and dependable vehicle available to travel to work sites

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant professional work experience within the land use sector
• Certified wetland biologist preferred
• Experience in ecosystem assessments, environmental permitting
• Experience organizing and performing ecological assessments, vegetation surveys, and wildlife studies in WA
• Proficiency with processing and interpreting data for evaluating biological impacts and site restoration strategies
• GIS/GPS Skills related to hand-held GPS units
• AutoCAD experience highly preferred

What We Offer:

• Medical/Dental/PTO/Vacation

• Competitive wages comparable to the sector, which will depend on the candidate’s skill set and ability to complete assignments within budgets and deadline

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Daily temperature checks, face masks, work space 6 ft apart from other staff members and clients.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• wetland delineation: 1 year (Preferred)
• AutoCAD or ArcGIS: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• Yes

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Plastic shield at work stations
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place