Field Biologist

At WestLand Engineering and Environmental Services, a Trinity Consultants team, we are driven by purpose, innovation, and a shared commitment to the work that we do. As part of Trinity Consultants' Water and Ecology division, we tackle complex environmental challenges, blending expertise in environmental consulting, wetlands, cultural resources, GIS, landscape architecture, and engineering. WestLand empowers our teams to develop their unique skills while fostering career growth within a company that is large enough to offer diverse opportunities yet agile enough to value individual contributions. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do-our professionals work together on meaningful and impactful projects, delivering solutions that help clients navigate regulatory complexities and see positive project outcomes. Make a difference with us at WestLand! WestLand is actively seeking On-Call Field Biologists to support our environmental consulting practice across the Southwest on an on-call basis. WestLand specializes in the technical and procedural requirements necessary for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Clean Water Act, the Endangered Species Act, and more. Our biologiscal resources practice includes: development of natural resources management plans; conducting ecological investigations and base-line studies; and mitigation planning, design and implementation. This position will be based out of our Flagstaff office and will support projects in northern Arizona and southern Nevada. What will I be doing? Conducting field surveys and investigations. Management and training junior field crewmembers. Developing permitting/compliance documents. Managing some project-related tasks. Supporting other projects within the department. What qualifications are required for this role? Bachelor's degree in a related field. Advanced degree strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience with field-oriented investigations and managing field crews. Ability to identify on sight Great Basin flora. Excellent communication skills. Ability to navigate physically in various environments including those with exposure to extreme temperatures and rough terrain. Experience in the Western United States strongly preferred. Working knowledge of relevant biological/botanical permitting processes also preferred The salary range for this position is $26.00 - $34.00 per hour. What does WestLand offer you? Comprehensive benefits package: 9 paid holidays, healthcare benefits, PTO, and 401k matching for full-time employees. Flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid possibilities for most roles. Multidisciplinary environment: Unique, creative, and challenging projects where you can develop your vision of clientele and work with industry leaders daily. Success-oriented environment: Two-way mentorship, financial incentives to publish work, tuition reimbursement, and a career path structure to help you reach the next steps in your career. Collaborative work environment: Clear and frequent communication, shared information and ideas across teams, and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone WestLand is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We maintain a safe and drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse and background testing. Resumes submitted by a recruiting/staffing agency without current/valid vendor agreement will become property of WestLand. Any recruiting/staffing agency wishing to do business with WestLand must contact the Human Resources Department through our website. Recruiting/staffing agents may NOT contact hiring managers directly. Firms that do not honor this request will be removed from consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr Westland Resources