Wetland Biologist/Environmental Scientist III – Contract/Short Term (Remote/Denver, CO)
System One Environmental (S1E) is an environmental and engineering consulting firm founded in 2019 that provides numerous professional services, primarily in the Energy/Infrastructure Industry. S1E has offices in both Pittsburgh, PA and Denver, CO. Our expanding workload has created an immediate opportunity for a Wetland Biologist/Environmental Scientist III - Contract/Short Term position working in Colorado, Wyoming and Montana.
JOB OVERVIEW3
This position is for a highly motivated, independent and resourceful experienced Biologist looking to help expand a fast-growing technical consulting firm. While working under our Senior Manager, this position will provide great experience and exposure to wetland delineations and other potential natural resource projects within the Rocky Mountain Region. This position will be primarily field based with occasional office work on an as needed basis.
SALARY & BENEFITS
· Pay: Full time hourly, $35-40 per hour (commensurate with experience and qualifications)
· 1.5 times Overtime Pay for over 40 hours per week or weekend work.
· Health insurance, dental, and vision
· Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
· 401(k) program
· Incentive bonus program
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
· Wetland delineations in Montana and Wyoming for deployments of 15 days on/6 days off from July to November
· Complete survey data forms (Survey123) and map wetland/WOUS data (ArcGIS Field Maps);
· Work closely with a team to support field data collection and survey area completion requirements;
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· A Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or related field;
· Minimum two to five years of wetland surveys related to land development projects within the Great Plains and Rocky Mountain regions.
· Candidate must have a valid driver’s license;
· Ability to take direction and perform duties with good attitude as part of a team in sometimes difficult field conditions;
· Ability to operate safely in remote areas, rough terrain, and sometimes extreme hot and cold conditions;
· Ability to work independently, communicate and coordinate with supervisors;
· Ability and willingness to interact with clients, contractors, agency personnel, and the public;
· Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office Suite programs;
· Ability to work 40 - 60 hrs. per week;
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Oil and Gas experience including Safeland Training;
· Experience with Colorado and Mountain West wildlife and vegetation;
· Clear and concise oral and written communication skills;
· Excellent organizational and leadership skills;
· Excellent technical writing skills;
· Advanced experience with GIS, mapmaking and field data collection skills;
· Advanced experience with using construction drawings and as-builts for onsite surveys.
PHYSICAL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS
· Must be able to pass background check and drug-screening test;
· Ability to withstand long periods of walking, standing, and sitting during fieldwork in all weather conditions;
· Ability to carry/lift 35-40lbs;
· Ability and willingness to work flexible office hours as well as travel out-of-state periodically and stay overnight near jobsite as project needs dictate;
· All required safety and other training required for the position will be provided by S1E.
Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
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