Consulting Senior Associate, Wildlife Biologist

Ready to turn your passion for wildlife and the environment into a career that makes a real impact? Join ERM
, a global leader in sustainability consulting, and help shape projects that protect ecosystems while supporting responsible development. If you’re looking for hands‑on experience, diverse projects, and a chance to grow with an industry leader, this role is for you.

At ERM, we help clients navigate environmental challenges and create sustainable solutions. As a Consulting Senior Associate, Wildlife Biologist in Elko, NV
, you’ll play a critical role in assessing and protecting natural resources across sectors like renewable energy, mining, and infrastructure. Your work ensures that development and conservation go hand in hand.

• Conduct biological surveys and impact assessments that influence major projects.
• Collect and analyze field data to guide environmental decisions.
• Collaborate with experts across disciplines to deliver high‑quality solutions.
• Support permitting processes that balance ecological integrity with business needs.

• BA/BS in biology, natural resource science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1-2 years of experience.
• Willingness to travel extensively (up to 70%) and work in remote, challenging environments.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS, Garmin and/or Trimble GPS, and digital data collection platforms.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with flexibility and initiative.
• Driver’s License
  
  Required:
  
  This position requires a valid driver’s license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

• Master’s degree in biology or related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in biological surveys, permitting, or impact assessment.
• Knowledge of Nevada Conservation Credit System, sage‑grouse monitoring, and avian surveys.

• Perform fieldwork and desk‑based analyses for baseline studies and impact assessments.
• Collect, organize, and interpret ecological data using digital tools.
• Prepare technical reports and contribute to permitting documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and regulators to ensure project success.
• Maintain high standards for quality, safety, and compliance.

For the Consulting Senior Associate, Wildlife Biologist position, the anticipated annual base pay is $67,200–$85,420 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (note: casual and fixed‑term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.

Note:

Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.