Principal Wildlife Biologist Las Vegas, Nevada SWCA Environmental Consultants is an employee-owned company of natural and cultural resource scientists and planners. Our professionals specialize in environmental and cultural resource compliance, permitting, and management. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, SWCA has offices throughout the West, Pacific Northwest, and Pacific Islands. Since 1981, SWCA has achieved a national reputation for providing its clients with professional integrity as well as creative solutions based on sound science. SWCA ranks among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 environmental firms. We offer an informal, team-oriented work environment, competitive salaries, and a competitive benefits package, including a stock ownership plan. We are actively seeking to fill a Principal Wildlife Biologist position based out of our Las Vegas, Nevada office. This position will assist in all aspects of report preparation using skilled aspects of field biology and natural resource management including field data collection, and associated project-related tasks. This position is a regular, full-time hourly position. Pay will be based on individual qualifications and experience. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Responsibilities for the Wildlife Biologist position include: • Assist with or lead study design efforts. • Manage projects related to natural resources. • Oversee the Las Vegas office desert tortoise program. • Supervise field crews. • Enter information into a database for later interpretation; • Use topographic maps, aerial photographs, GPS units, and other maps and tools during fieldwork; • Locate existing reports and other documents for materials to be included in documents to be written by project managers and will assist with report production; • Assist at public and/or agency meetings; • Photograph appropriate habitat, species, and landforms, and collection and other procedures; • Monitor project areas during construction or other activities that could be destructive to habitat or potentially hazardous to endangered or threatened species; • Work closely with SWCA’s other managers and directors in both natural and cultural resources throughout the company to promote SWCA’s business interests in adherence to its mission, vision, and values. Requirements: PhD in Biology or a related field is preferred. 5 years of experience in related fieldwork. Must be approved by the USFWS to monitor, survey, and handle Mojave desert tortoise. Previous experience with research design and field implementation is required. Familiarity with NEPA and ESA, excellent writing skills and ability to record accurate field notes required. Candidates must be able to travel and be able to conduct fieldwork for long hours, in sometimes inclement weather conditions, including walking up to 10 miles per day, often in rugged terrain, and be able to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds. Ability to take initiative, resolve problems and ensure tasks are completed in the most effective manner. Flexibility and willingness to learn company procedures, and ability to try new, improved techniques. Ability to work as member of a team and independently to make decisions and complete tasks in the most effective manner. How to Apply: Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Please send a cover letter, resume, at least three (3) references and a brief writing sample to: Jason Gerster Senior Recruiter 3033 N. Central Ave Suite 145 Phoenix, AZ 85012 602-274-3958 fax recruiting@swca.com Visit SWCA’s web site, www.swca.com, and discover why SWCA is a great place to work for environmental professionals interested in sound science and creative solutions. SWCA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women and minorities to apply. Location: Las Vegas Compensation: DOE Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Please, no phone calls about this job! Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests. PostingID: 1011582515 nevada