Senior Biologist

Legacy5 is proud to partner with CESO in recruiting for this exciting Senior Biologist opportunity.

Are you a Senior Biologist seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? With a diverse portfolio of residential, energy, commercial, light industrial and public programs, CESO has the opportunity for you to develop your career. We develop leaders and empower our associates to use their skills and talents to positively impact the world through service – to our coworkers, clients, and communities. We subscribe to the mission of “finding purpose through serving others,” so if this speaks to you, let’s connect! 

The Senior Biologist/Scientist will assist in environmental work in support of projects in the markets which CESO serves. This position requires the ability to lead significant field surveys and sampling events and involves ability to design complex wetland and stream mitigation. Additionally, the Senior Biologist/Scientist will prepare technically sound reports requiring little report core modification (structure, general content) from senior technical personnel. This position requires an interest in strong technical skills as well as mentorship for junior staff.

• Performing or overseeing wetland delineations, stream assessments, threatened or endangered species habitat assessments and environmental sampling, designing wetland and stream mitigation or restoration, researching the history of various types of properties, preparing graphs and maps, and writing clear, concise field notes and reports under the supervision of an Environmental Project Manager 
• Travel to client/project locations throughout CESO’s operating areas to perform biological field surveys and data collection and interact with both clients and the regulatory community
• Knowledge of ecosystems within the continental US
• Ability to create permitting strategy and make design recommendations to streamline environmental permitting
• Experience with state and federal environmental regulations including stream and wetland permitting, as well as the Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, Section 401/404 of the Clean Water Act, and state water quality standards.
• Experience in the preparation of technical reports including permit documents, biological assessments, jurisdictional delineations, monitoring reports, technical reports and/or memorandums
• Knowledge of USFWS, USACE, and state jurisdictional agency habitat survey protocols.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with team members, clients, staff, and agencies
• Strong writing skills are required
• Ability to coordinate and principally self-direct assigned field investigation tasks, and project deliverables
• Ability to understand complex issues and regulatory pathways, and assist with the cost, benefit, and risk assessments
• Experience with the oil and gas industries is a plus
• Ability to execute several projects simultaneously
• Work in a multi-discipline team context
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize work and multitask as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree required in biology, wildlife ecology, wetland ecology, botany, biogeography, geology, environmental science or engineering, or similar environmental discipline 
• 7-10 years of relevant work experience in environmental consulting or with regulatory agencies or a master’s degree in biology/geology/environmental sciences or other biology-related discipline can substitute up to two years of work experience
• Wetland delineation and permitting experience, including knowledge of wetland delineation protocols
• GPS handheld device and mapping experience preferred
• Moderate GIS capabilities
• Experience with EPA’s Rapid Bioassessment Protocols
• Water sampling experience and familiar with water chemistry
• Excellent written communication skills required
• Must be detail oriented and possess excellent follow up skills
• Working knowledge of computer application software (training will be provided if needed)
• Must be flexible and able to work overtime when required
• Must be organized and work well with constant priority changes
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills. 
• Demonstrates acceptance of responsibility and exhibits dependability
• Demonstrates flexibility in acceptance of assignments and schedules
• Experience working in a multi-discipline team environment
• Experienced in applying risk analysis techniques
• Evidence of outstanding communication and presentation skills 

• Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule
• Paid Time Off – Credited to You 100% Upfront
• 401K with a Company Match
• Rewards and Recognition Program
• Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth
• Paid Holidays
• Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage including High Deductible Health Plan
• Welcome Box
• Casual Dress Code
• Reimbursement for Professional Licenses
• Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Maternity / Paternity Leave
• Employee events such as lunches and outings to foster a positive work environment

CESO is a principle-centered organization that aligns with strong service values, integrity, and authenticity.  We develop and inspire our Architects through training and coaching on the job.  At CESO, we believe that work should be more rewarding than just a paycheck.  In addition to a comprehensive benefit and compensation program, we create memories and friendships through our employee and service events.

CESO, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This organization participates in E-Verify and is a drug-free workplace. Criminal background checks and drug/alcohol checks are required.