On-Call Biologist III | ID
Core
Conducting biological research, field surveys, and impact analyses to support environmental compliance and permit assessments for utility and infrastructure projects.
Role type
Senior IC biologist (ecology & field surveys)
Builds
Biological reports, survey data, and compliance documentation for construction and utility projects
Domain
Environmental consulting / Utility vegetation management / Regulatory compliance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Special-status plant and wildlife surveying, nesting bird surveys, vernal pool surveys, habitat assessment, plant community identification, reptile and amphibian identification, mammal identification, technical report composition, field equipment proficiency, agency coordination
Preferred skills
Idaho-specific survey experience, GIS application usage (ArcGIS, Field Maps), off-road driving, construction monitoring, heavy machinery interaction, Scientific Collecting permit
Technologies
ArcGIS desktop, AGOL, Field Maps, Survey123
Responsibilities
Conduct special-status plant and wildlife surveys and inventories; Perform nesting bird surveys, vernal pool surveys, and habitat assessments; Complete pre-construction surveys to identify special-status habitats and species; Provide biological monitoring during construction activities; Review junior staff work for technical accuracy; Compose and review biological technical reports
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC