Staff Scientist - Biology

We are a growing civil, geotechnical, and environmental engineering firm headquartered in Beaver, WV. We are looking for a motivated Staff Scientist/Biologist to join our Environmental practice, supporting wetland and stream delineation, permitting, and field assessment work for energy, mining, and infrastructure clients across the region. This role offers a mix of field and office work with room to grow into a well-rounded environmental professional.

What you'll do

• Conduct stream and wetland field identification and delineation
• Perform field routing assessments and route development walks for linear projects
• Prepare permit applications for energy industry clients, including coal and natural gas
• Assist in preparing detailed field documentation, reports, and mapping exhibits
• Communicate with clients, third parties, and regulatory agents regarding project status, schedules, and compliance issues
• Synthesize and interpret biological information and prepare technical reports
• Consult with agencies on regulatory compliance and permitting, including NEPA, ESA, CWA, and state and county equivalents

At times, this role may also include:

• Erosion & sedimentation inspections
• Water quality sampling of environmental resources and discharge points
• Stream flow monitoring, including flow volumes, observations, and water chemistry
• Fish and wildlife species identification, habitat ecology, and monitoring surveys
• Vegetation community (upland, riparian, and wetland) and habitat classification/inventory

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's degree in an applicable field, such as Biological Science, Wildlife Ecology, Environmental Science, or Fisheries and Wildlife Management
• 0 to 5 years of professional field experience in wildlife species taxonomy, ecology, and surveys, as well as vegetation and wetland assessment, in the Eastern United States
• Strong problem-solving skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Demonstrable technical writing and editing ability
• Good interpersonal communication and oral presentation skills
• Excellent planning and organization skills, with a commitment to quality in both work processes and products
• Willingness to assume new roles and ability and willingness to travel as needed

Nice to have

• Master's degree in a related field
• Completion of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation and Management Training Program
• Prior experience in the private sector or natural resources/ecological consulting business
• Experience with biological resource mitigation design and monitoring planning

What we offer

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Life insurance and flexible spending account (FSA)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Mentorship and opportunities for professional growth

Please note: we conduct drug screening and background checks on all applicants who accept employment offers.

Pay: From $19.25 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• related: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Beaver, WV 25813 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19