Environmental Scientist/Wildlife Biologist-Entry Level - Arkansas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, or Missouri

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Your Opportunity

Stantec’s Environmental Services team is seeking an Environmental Scientist/Wildlife Biologist to provide environmental field surveys, reporting, and permitting support for clients in the renewable energy, transportation, oil & gas, and other business sectors. Successful applicants will assist our team of environmental professionals on environmental impact analysis, wildlife surveys, as well as wetlands, stream, and vegetation assessments/monitoring, and endangered species surveys across Arkansas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Missouri and the Southeast. This position can be based out of Arkansas, Oklahoma, or Louisiana and will work in a hybrid or remote capacity depending on distance to a Stantec office. As an Environmental Scientist, you will work in a highly dynamic team environment with other biologists/ecologists/water resource specialists, ecosystem restoration engineers, NEPA specialists, environmental planners, and regulatory experts. This position will include opportunities for both field and office work; it may also involve extensive travel and up to 5 – 10 days at a time in the field and away from home.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Conduct varied wildlife and threatened & endangered species habitat surveys and assessments
• Support Bat mist-net surveys, Bat acoustic surveys, Acoustic data analysis and Wildlife radio-tracking
• Provide technical expertise in field data collection (e.g., wetlands, habitats, wildlife, water quality), assessment, planning, regulatory consultation, environmental permitting, and restoration projects
• Prepare documentation pursuant to NEPA, USACE, EPA, USFWS, and other federal, state and local regulatory/permitting programs
• Assist with environmental permit applications and endangered resource record reviews
• Assist with and prepare portions of written reports, tables, spreadsheets, databases, and maps for client and regulatory agency review
• Technical report and memorandum writing
• Take initiative, resolve problems, and create improved procedures to ensure that tasks are completed in the most effective, safe, and efficient manner
• Maintain Stantec’s high standard of quality control and quality assurance
• Effective communication with colleagues, clients, and agency personnel 

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience or knowledge conducting fieldwork, including wildlife and threatened & endangered species habitat surveys and assessments
• Experience setting acoustic detectors for survey and data download, organization, and analysis using automated software programs. Manual vetting experience a plus
• Strong problem-solution orientation, detail oriented and resourceful
• Flexible, team-oriented approach, with the willingness and desire to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Effective time management and follow-through, with the ability to simultaneously work on and potentially lead multiple tasks subject to project deadlines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Word & Excel
• Ability to travel to work locations with some overnight travel capacity
• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Wildlife Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline from an accredited university is required
• Minimum 1-3 years of related, professional experience
• Willingness to travel and conduct field work in potentially remote areas for extended periods (up to 5
• 10 days at a time) including overnight travel is expected for this position. 

Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

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