Junior Wildlife Biologist

Junior Wildlife Biologist | RGV, TX (South Texas)

About the Role:

Landhawk Consulting LLC is seeking motivated and experienced entry-level Junior Wildlife Biologists (also referred to as Jr. Wildlife Biologist) to support ongoing biological resource investigations, threatened and endangered species surveys, and environmental compliance projects throughout South Texas, with a primary focus on the RGV region and surroundings.

The successful candidate will support and be trained to conduct Migratory Bird Treaty Act surveys, Threatened & Endangered Species surveys, relocation efforts, habitat assessments, and environmental compliance monitoring associated with riverine and riparian systems in South Texas. Current and anticipated projects primarily involve environmental compliance support and biological monitoring associated with linear infrastructure projects, including activities occurring adjacent to and over water within active river corridors and riparian environments.

This position will focus heavily on biologically threatened and endangered species within the Rio Grande Valley region and its surroundings. Responsibilities may include species identification support, relocation monitoring, habitat suitability evaluations, biological resource documentation, and coordination with project teams to support environmental compliance requirements during active construction activities.

Preference will be given to candidates with direct experience conducting bird identification surveys, relocation efforts, habitat suitability evaluations, species monitoring, or environmental compliance support within the Texas region. Experience working with biologically threatened and endangered species and projects involving linear infrastructure crossings, riparian access, and in-stream monitoring is highly desirable. As well as natural monitoring or pedestrian surveys within the Texas Southwest border region.

Candidates should demonstrate relevant professional or academic experience involving MBTA and T&E surveys, identification, relocation support, or environmental compliance monitoring associated with biologically threatened and endangered species.

Location:

This position is based in the Rio Grande Valley, with field assignments occurring throughout South Texas and nearby river systems. Landhawk Consulting may hire for several long-term positions in support of ongoing and anticipated biological resource projects within the region. Preference will be given to candidates residing within or willing to relocate to the RGV region. Rotational field schedules may be considered for qualified candidates depending on project needs, staffing demands, and project duration.

Schedule:

Field schedules will generally aim to maintain routine Monday through Friday operations; however, assignments may include rotational schedules aligned with active construction activities, extended field deployments, weekend surveys, and emergency response activities as needed.

Employment Type:

Full Time

Responsibilities:

Core On-Site Leadership & Field Operations

• Maintain an active on-site presence for biological observations, species identification, relocation, and buffer implementation.

• Conduct biological survey methodologies in accordance with senior leadership guidelines to ensure accurate and consistent execution across all active project fronts.

• Working closely with the GIS team to review, track, and validate spatial data, survey tracks, and monitoring coverage before reporting.

• Conduct physically demanding fieldwork across remote or environmentally challenging terrains (dense vegetation, riparian corridors, and arid landscapes under high temperatures) involving extended deployments and weekend work.

Compliance & Environmental Support

• Direct field efforts regarding threatened, endangered, and sensitive species; confirm identification and take action according to Landhawk’s guidelines.

• Support and transition to conducting compliance with the Migratory Bird Treaty Act by verifying active nest identifications, confirming nest status, managing appropriate protective buffers, and reporting according to Landhawk’s guidelines.

• Support and transition to conducting natural monitoring evaluation of habitat conditions, vegetation communities, and wildlife presence to identify environmental sensitivities that may impact project schedules and report according to Landhawk’s guidelines.

• Support environmental compliance by observing and documenting Best Management Practices (BMPs) during environmental monitoring.

Documentation & Reporting

· Document and report general site issues, such as but not limited to improper waste disposal, equipment discharges, or washout conditions, to the appropriate personnel.

· Prepare clear, accurate, and structured daily monitoring reports (DMRs) that reflect construction activity and field conditions.

· Ensure all documentation meets Landhawk’s standards and project-specific requirements to provide reliable, defensible data.

· Maintain logs of unresolved issues across reporting periods, including initial observation dates and follow-up status.

Collaboration & Leadership

· Work closely with Project Managers, environmental staff, and subcontractors to ensure coordinated field operations.

· Provide timely notification to leadership regarding observations or concerns requiring immediate attention.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Relevant professional or academic regional expertise in the flora and fauna of the Southwest Border region of Texas.

· Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Biology, Ecology, Zoology, Environmental Science, Marine Biology, or a closely related natural resource field.

· A minimum of 2 years of experience is preferred (but not necessary) in MBTA and T&E surveys, environmental monitoring, and identifying sensitive species from the Southwest Border region of Texas.

· Ability to work independently with limited supervision in remote field settings

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Excellent technical writing and documentation abilities

· Ability to work long field days in high-temperature South Texas conditions

· Comfortable working within rivers, riparian corridors, uneven and tough terrain

· Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and clean driving record

· Ability to travel for extended or multi-day assignments as needed

· Ability to begin work immediately is strongly preferred

· Experience working safely around active construction equipment, moving water, uneven substrates, and remote field conditions

Work Environment:

This position supports projects occurring throughout South Texas and the Rio Grande basin. Field assignments may involve extended hours, travel, remote access locations, and work within active waterways, rugged riparian terrain, thornscrub, and other dense vegetation environments

This role requires a high level of independence, professionalism, and situational awareness while conducting biological surveys and environmental compliance work in dynamic field environments.

Compensation and Benefits:

· Competitive hourly or salaried compensation based on experience

· Potential housing accommodations or rotational scheduling for long-term assignments

· Paid travel time, mileage reimbursement, and applicable per diem

· Opportunities for advancement and professional development

· Opportunity to contribute to biological conservation and environmental compliance projects throughout Texas and the Southwest

Application Requirements:

· Resume or CV detailing relevant biological experience

· List of relevant species survey and relocation experience

· Examples of technical reports, survey summaries, or project involvement if available

· Professional references familiar with biological field experience and environmental compliance work

About Landhawk Consulting:

Founded in 2012, Landhawk Consulting LLC is a multidisciplinary environmental consulting firm providing services across Texas and the greater Southwest. Our team includes aquatic ecologists, wildlife biologists, archaeologists, environmental scientists, and permitting specialists who support infrastructure, compliance, restoration, and conservation projects for public and private clients.

We are committed to delivering high-quality, defensible work products while fostering professionalism, mentorship, and scientific excellence across our team.