Field Biologist - Portland

Location(s):
Portland, OR | Practice/Department:
Emerging Regions | Internal

Title:

As-Needed Biologist | Work Environment:
Field with up to 20% office work | Compensation: $25‑35 hourly *

Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies. Today, we are a 100% employee‑owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations and we’ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.

Our employee‑owners are unified by a singular commitment to projects that address key societal issues such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening, environmental protection, and community resilience.

As an employee‑owner, you embrace accountability, work safely, and collaborate while thinking resourcefully and independently. Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution‑oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation.

Dudek is seeking field biologists and botanists to provide as‑needed field support for projects in Oregon and Washington. This position is intended for individuals with 2‑6+ years of experience, supporting a variety of projects in the Pacific Northwest, including utility infrastructure upgrades and renewable energy generation and storage. Strong candidates will have extensive outdoor experience, particularly through agencies, volunteering, or graduate school work.

Candidates with strong writing skills and a desire to assist with reporting will be given the chance to do so.

• Conduct site assessments, surveys, and habitat evaluations for common and special‑status plant and wildlife species and map vegetation communities
• Conduct wetland delineations pursuant to federal and state requirements
• Record and take notes on a mobile device
• Follow all Dudek and project site safety protocols
• Hike long distances in potentially inclement weather, heat, and rough terrain
• Apply a high level of attention to detail and work independently and as part of a team

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, or other related field; OR a minimum of 1‑3 years demonstrated field experience in biological resource management and surveying
• Knowledge of and ability to identify Oregon and Washington wildlife and/or plant species
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment

• 2‑6+ years of experience in environmental field settings in Oregon and Washington
• Understanding of and familiarity with environmental regulations and permits
• Strong botanical knowledge including experience identifying common and rare plant species and/or using dichotomous keys to identify Pacific Northwest plants
• Experience executing species‑specific survey protocols, e.g., marbled murrelet, western toad, northern spotted owl, northwestern pond turtle
• 4‑wheel‑drive experience
• Professional Wetland Scientists (PWS) or Wetland Professionals in Training (WPIT), are preferred

Compensation: $25‑35 hourly*

* Final agreed‑upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre‑employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment.

• This job operates in a remote or office‑based environment and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc.
• This job may also require occasional project site visits, based outdoors which can include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, and moving vehicles and equipment.

• Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting.
• Employees must be capable of bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting up to…