ICF · 1 week ago
Wetland Scientist/Field Biologist – Part-time (hourly)
Austin, TX
Part-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$67K/yr - $114K/yr
5+ years expICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, and they are seeking an On-Call Wetland Scientist/Field Biologist to join their Texas-based environmental consulting team. The role involves assisting with environmental regulatory challenges, conducting fieldwork on wetland and biological projects, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Assist with wetland delineations, endangered species habitat assessments, and other support fieldwork activities
Be a positive, fun, curious, organized, self-motivated and supportive addition to our team
Be available and enthusiastic to travel as needed for project locations throughout Texas and the region. Travel requirements are variable, however ICF strives to work with all staff to develop mutually agreed-upon fieldwork schedules. Driving is typically required to reach remote job sites
Provide expertise and technical input to project managers on projects involving Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, federal and state laws, and agency consultations
Qualification
Required
BS in Biology, Natural Resource Sciences, Wetland Science, Wildlife, Ecology, Botany, Forest, Environmental Sciences, or a similar field
5+ years of professional experience within field biology, wetland delineations, or related experience
Must have valid driver's license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
Must be able to work independently in the field for extended periods of time, often with limited mobile phone reception
Must be able to traverse uneven, irregular, slippery, and steep terrain (up to 5 miles per day) with or without accommodation
Ability to navigate using physical maps and handheld GPS units
Preferred
Prior experience with water resources, biological, and ecological fieldwork in Texas
Understanding of the Clean Water Act and prior experience delineating Waters of the U.S
Certification as a Certified Wildlife Biologist (CWB) and/or Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) a plus
USFWS Section 10 recovery permit for conducting protected species surveys a plus
Demonstrable experience writing detailed technical reports (e.g., Water Resources and Habitat Assessments, Environmental Resources Assessments, Critical Issues Analysis, etc.)
Benefits
On-the-job growth opportunities to practice and develop your skills, often alongside senior experts in their field
Work-life balance flexibility to accept or decline work based on your other life priorities
Company
ICF
ICF is a global consulting and technology services provider focused on making big things possible for our clients.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$59MKey Investors
New York State Department of TransportationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2023-02-13Grant· $29M
2021-03-15Grant· $30M
2006-09-28IPO
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John Wasson
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
James Morgan
Chief Operating Officer and EVP
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