Mid- or Senior-Level Biologist

The Opportunity

Are you interested in joining an award‑winning, multidisciplinary consulting firm where you can contribute to our diverse, collaborative, and innovative team? At Logan Simpson
, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your skillset, while bringing new tools and ideas to the table.

Founded in 1990, Logan Simpson is made up of a team of 150+ talented professionals across six offices in the western United States. We are experts in environmental planning, cultural resource management, community planning, and landscape architecture design services. Our mission remains simple: working together to guide responsible change. From the beginning, our founders were focused on protecting natural resources and advancing the wellbeing of our communities.

We take pride in adding new staff members to our team who share our values of integrity, creativity, excellence, empowerment, stewardship, and teamwork.

• Serves as lead technical biologist and leads avian surveys on complex projects.
• Conducts field surveys for threatened, endangered, sensitive species, plants, and wildlife species.
• Prepares biological documents, including but not limited to survey reports, Biological Assessments, and Biological Evaluations.
• Serves as project manager.
• Implements business development and marketing strategies.
• Prepares proposals and complex reports.
• Manages project budgets and schedules.

• Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, or a closely‑related field.
• 5-10+ years of relevant consulting or agency experience.
• Proven experience and technical expertise working in environmental compliance related to environmental resources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations, especially the Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, Clean Water Act, and the National Environmental Policy Act.
• Can work cooperatively in a team‑oriented setting.
• Capability and willingness to travel to project areas throughout Arizona, Utah, and Nevada.
• Strong orienteering and data collection skills (such as map, GPS, and compass).
• Must be able to occasionally work outdoors in extreme temperatures on steep, rocky, and/or uneven terrain.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to work in the office 3 days per week on average, as applicable.

• Knowledge of local and regional biological and wildlife habitat planning regulations.
• Proficient with identifying raptors, birds, and other wildlife species.
• Interest in cross training or experience with different disciplines, such as environmental planning, travel management, GIS, or compliance with the Clean Water Act.

• Compensation – This is a full‑time position paid on a salaried basis between $65,000 to $100,000 annually, depending on experience and education.
• Benefits – A comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision plans, paid Life/AD&D, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability coverage, Paid Family Leave, a 401(k) with a firm match, and a robust Employee Assistance Program with free counseling and mental health services.
• Time Off – Paid Time Off starting at 18 days per year available as accrued, plus 9 paid holidays.
• Professional Development – Support for professional conferences and trainings, internal leadership development and innovation program, tuition reimbursement, bonus programs for peer‑reviewed publications and academic achievements, and work on a variety of interesting projects.
• Perks – Wellness program with $125 annual Wellness Bucks allowance, paid Costco memberships, Babies‑at‑Work program, paid parking, and paid public transit costs.
• Flexible Work Schedules – Hybrid work schedule allowing for 2 days of remote work per week depending on the position, plus flexible schedules such as 4 x 10, 9 x 80, or 4½ day schedules.

If interested, please apply directly on our website and include a resume and a cover letter to demonstrate your skill and experience.

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