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ESA is seeking a skilled biologist with 5 years' experience to join our Biological Resources and Land Management practice in Pensacola Fl or Mobile Alabama. We welcome a collaborative team member with a growth mindset able to conduct plant and wildlife surveys and habitat assessments, monitor sensitive biological resources, collect data digitally and analyze results, and deliver quality technical written work products. Qualified candidates with 2 years of experience who meet the qualifications will also be considered. Preference given to candidates who can work from our Pensacola ESA office and travel to various project sites in the state of Florida as needed.
Who You Are
You are an experienced biologist who performs natural resource-related evaluations, technical studies, and has at least three years of professional experience. The ideal biologist will specialize in one or more areas, including biology, ecology, marine science, wetlands, wildlife, and similar natural resource-related disciplines.
You collect, interpret, and analyze field survey data and may serve as a technical/resource specialist. You may serve as Deputy Project Manager or Task Manager on projects. You're self-aware, self-motivated, and respectful and empathetic toward others. You accept responsibility for your actions, constructively give and receive feedback and work collaboratively with a team mentality.
Previous experience with software like Field Maps, Collector, Survey123, and GIS are preferred while experience with Microsoft Suite is required. You hold a bachelor's degree with major course work in biology, ecology, environmental science, or other environmental related interdisciplinary fields.
What You Will Do for ESA
As a biologist you will apply critical thinking and problem solving to select and apply standard techniques, methods, and procedures for a wide range of biological studies. You will perform biological field studies such as habitat and species surveys, habitat inventories and assessments, wetland and stream delineations, compliance monitoring, and habitat restoration. You will serve as a contributing author of environmental documents potentially including technical memoranda, biological assessments/evaluations, scientific discipline reports, resource-related permit applications and/or other documents. You will prepare technical draft documents that are clear, concise, well-written, and supported.
You enjoy fieldwork and can walk long distances carrying a backpack; and are able to lift at least 40 pounds. You are confident working outside, in remote and rural settings, as well as in urban environments. Physical outdoor work may include, but may not be limited to, work in all types of weather, traversing uneven ground in a variety of environments, along stream banks, and in coastal/intertidal areas. You may be exposed to inclement weather and uncomfortable working conditions. Some night and/or weekend work may be required.
You will participate in compliance monitoring and reporting activities for on-going construction projects requiring working near heavy equipment. You possess a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and have experience driving 4WD vehicles off-road and the ability to trailer and operate boats under 25 ft.
What's Special About ESA
Joining ESA means becoming part of an industry leading team of employee owners who contribute to outstanding projects, improve environmental stewardship, and advance a more sustainable and resilient future for our communities and wild places.
At ESA, we provide benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance (paid at 70% for you AND your family), annual allocations of company shares through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), a 401(k) plan with company match, annual performance-based bonuses, and paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
We also provide specific programs whether you want to further your technical expertise, sharpen your business acumen, or help lead the next generation of employee-owners. We want to support you in reaching your career goals through tuition reimbursement, professional development bonuses, and attendance at conferences.
What's Special About Our Biological Resources Team
Our Biology Team includes biologists, restoration ecologists, permitting specialists, conservation biologists, and environmental scientists that provide expertise for many municipalities throughout Florida and the Southeast Region. Our work matters because it helps communities shape a positive future for their citizens in balance with conserving our state's sensitive natural resources. We value creative thinking, teamwork, and multi-disciplinary and cross-disciplinary engagement and integration.
ESA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. (EOEM/V/F/D)
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