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

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Join a team that is naturally committed to the environment.

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.

• 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 Stantecs high standard of quality control and quality assurance
• Effective communication with colleagues, clients, and agency personnel

• 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

• Bachelors degree or higher in Wildlife Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline from an accredited university is required
• Minimum 5-8 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…