What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Staff Biologist position at NV5?
Overview
NV5 is looking for a full-time Senior Staff Biologist to be based out of our Albuquerque office as either an onsite or hybrid position. New Mexico is a biologically and culturally diverse state with a rich history and expansive areas of public lands in natural, rural settings. Natural resources work conducted by NV5 provides opportunities to work in a variety of geographic and habitat settings.We conduct projects across the entire state, so the qualified candidate will lead projects occurring in a diversity of habitats: mountains to deserts, woodlands and forests to open grasslands and shrublands, and wetlands and riparian as well. As a large company, there is potential to network and support projects from other natural resource programs across the US.At NV5, the driven candidate will find excellent opportunities to integrate their skills into the team and develop additional capabilities to advance their career.
NV5 has been recognized as a Fortune 100 Fastest Growing Company every year since 2017, with tremendous opportunities for advancement, career development, and growth. We are an organization of more than 5,000 employees across over 120 offices worldwide, deeply rooted in a culture of technical excellence, entrepreneurism, and collaboration.
It’s an exciting time at NV5! Our Environmental Health Services (EHS) Vertical in NV5 has more than 300 employees across the country with tremendous opportunities for our employees to grow and develop their careers. Our mission is to become the leader in our industry; therefore, we support the professional development and growth of our staff through ongoing development and training, participation in key organizations, and supporting publications and speaking engagements of our team. We are trusted advisors to our clients and recognized experts in our fields, and we support the career progression of our staff to realize that vision.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will assist with biological studies in the Albuquerque office. The general scope of work would include, but not limited to, project management activities, general vegetation and wildlife studies, protocol surveys for threatened and endangered species, and wetland determinations and delineations. Specific responsibilities would include but are not limited to: Developing schedules and work plans for the completion of biological field studies
- Completing biological field surveys and managing field crews
- Compiling field data and subsequently preparing reports on the findings of surveys
- Coordination with federal and state resource agencies
- Communication with clients and team members to successfully complete projects
- Presentations to the general public concerning the biological consequences of project actions through environmental documents such as Biological Evaluations
- Managing some biological projects
- Supporting the development of project proposals
Qualifications
- Preferred Master of Science degree in botany, zoology or related field. BS candidates with documentable field expertise will be considered
- Three to seven years of field related experience in the southwestern United States
- Preferred ability to identify flora and fauna in the southwestern United States
- Preferred wetland delineation certification
- Experience using GPS units and GIS software such as ArcGIS and Google Earth
- Ability to multitask across several concurrent projects and tasks
- Ability to organize data/information
- Ability to schedule and supervise field personnel
- Ability to interact with clients and agency personnel while maintaining a positive attitude
- Ability to meet deadlines within budgets
- Familiarity with the Endangered Species Act, and other federal and natural resources regulations in New Mexico and surrounding states
- Familiarity with completing environmental reports such as Biological Evaluations and NEPA documentation
- Excellent writing skills
Field Requirements
- Frequent day and overnight trips to complete field work
- Ability to walk 10 plus miles per day in hot or cold temperature, and windy/dusty conditions
- Ability to carry field equipment, use a shovel, transverse difficult terrain.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive long distances (up to eight hours) in a day
- Ability to drive in 4x4 (4WD) situations
What We Offer at NV5
NV5 realizes that health, mental and financial wellbeing, are all equally needed to achieve balance in life. We are pleased to offer a total rewards package that helps our employees have peace of mind in and outside of work.
At NV5, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible work schedules and time off policy
- Group Health Insurances
- Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Learning and development programs, training, and career opportunities
If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!
NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.
NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
