About the position Logan Simpson is seeking a Mid- or Senior-Level Wildlife Biologist to join their multidisciplinary consulting firm. This role involves contributing to a diverse, collaborative, and innovative team, with opportunities to expand skillsets and bring new ideas. The position offers a hybrid remote schedule, based out of their downtown Tempe office, and is available as regular full- or part-time.

Responsibilities

• Serves as lead technical biologist and avian surveys on complex projects.
• Conducts field surveys for threatened, endangered, sensitive species, plant, and wildlife species.
• Prepare biological documents, including but not limited to survey reports, Biological Assessments, and Biological Evaluations.
• Serves as project manager.
• Implements business development and marketing strategies.
• Prepares proposals and complex reports.
• Manages project budgets and schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, or closely-related field.
• 5-10+ years of relevant consulting or agency experience.
• Proven experience and technical expertise working in environmental compliance related to environmental resources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations, especially the Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, Clean Water Act, and the National Environmental Policy Act.
• Be able to work cooperatively in a team-oriented setting.
• Capability and willingness to travel to project areas throughout Arizona, Utah, and Nevada.
• Strong orienteering and data collection skills (such as map, GPS, and compass).
• Must be able to occasionally work outdoors in extreme temperatures on steep, rocky, and/or uneven terrain.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to work in the office 3 days per week on average, as applicable.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of local and regional biological and wildlife habitat planning regulations.
• Proficient with identifying raptors, birds and other wildlife species.
• Interest in cross training or experience with different disciplines, such as environmental planning, travel management, GIS, or compliance with the Clean Water Act.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Paid Life/AD&D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Paid Family Leave
• 401(k) with a firm match
• Robust Employee Assistance Program with free counseling and mental health services
• Paid Time Off starting at 18 days per year
• 9 paid holidays
• Support for professional conferences and trainings
• Internal leadership development and innovation program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Bonus programs for peer-reviewed publications and academic achievements
• Wellness program with $125 annual Wellness Bucks allowance
• Paid Costco memberships
• Babies-at-Work program
• Paid parking
• Paid public transit costs