Ecologist ​/ Wildlife Biologist

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TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP’s 83,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects.

At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level.

TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

TRC Environmental Corporation is soliciting applications from highly motivated, qualified individuals to fill a temporary or permanent, full-time mid-level Ecologist/Wildlife Scientist position with an emphasis in ecological consulting, wetland and stream delineation, raptor nest surveys, Clean Water Act permitting, NEPA compliance, T&E habitat assessment, bat surveys, mussels surveys, environmental documentation, stormwater monitoring or inspection, and technical report writing in association with our Charleston, WV office region.

Qualified candidates must be highly motivated, mid-level Ecologists/Wetland Scientists with 5-13 years of experience. The successful applicant may be involved in a wide variety of projects including electric generation and transmission, solar power, natural gas pipeline, oil and gas development, hydroelectric, wind generation, and transportation projects. Applicants should have the ability to conduct specialized terrestrial and/or aquatic species surveys (i.e., bat mist-net/acoustic surveys, mussel surveys, rusty patched bumble bee surveys, and/or migratory bird/raptor surveys) as well as have the ability to complete diverse biological field work with minimal supervision.

Additionally, applicants should have a familiarity with topographic maps, aerial photography, and Trimble or other GPS units. Applicants may also have experience conducting surface water delineations, permitting projects at the federal, state, and local levels and be able to effectively coordinate field work, interact in the field with co-workers, clients, landowners and other contractors, and comply with project budgets and schedules.

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Preference is given to individuals who hold or are close to obtaining an USFWS federal recovery permit(s) for listed species. Furthermore, preference will be given to those who demonstrate experience with technical writing, waterway permitting; NEPA; surface water delineations;
Threatened and Endangered species surveys; bat mist netting; mussel survey; rusty patched bumble bee survey; and/or crayfish survey. Candidates must have a strong working knowledge of standard office productivity software. Applicants must be able to effectively coordinate with team members, participate in field and reporting efforts; and interact well with others. The position will require travel and the ability to conduct site visits working as part of a field team.

• Work under the direction of project managers and other task leaders in the performance of required field biological surveys and studies, and in-office reporting.
• Conduct biological monitoring and environmental inspection of construction projects.
• Assisting in field assessments, preparing technical reports, technical studies and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate activities and work products with other staff resources and offices, as needed.

Conduct stormwater inspections/monitoring and write stormwater inspection and monitoring reports.

• A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, natural resources, biology, ecology, or another similar environmental field is required. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills are mandatory along with the ability to maintain a positive attitude during year-round field work.
• Familiarity with the flora and fauna of the eastern U.S. as necessary.
• The successful candidate should be experienced in biological surveys and methodologies, including those conducted in accordance with Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (i.e., "wetlands") and threatened and endangered species…