Field Ecologist or Biologist – Part-time

Field Ecologist or Biologist – Part-time (hourly)

ICF is hiring an On-Call Field Ecologist or Biologist to join our Environmental Team. You will develop a wide range of experience in the completion of various types of ecological and biological fieldwork projects across the southeastern U.S. You will collaborate with an accomplished team of conservation planners, ecologists, and regulatory specialists. You will be exposed to terrestrial and aquatic biological assessments, and aquatic resource delineation projects.

You will support the growth and development of our team with your trusted and reliable technical capabilities. You will work with project managers, technical experts, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to successfully deliver projects on time with high quality standards.

Field work is often performed on foot in rugged terrain and the ability to traverse long distances is required. Field work will often require long hours in potentially adverse weather conditions. Field work will be conducted in remote areas with the potential for overnight/extended travel. You may be required to work independently in the field, so dedication, resourcefulness, and accountability are essential skills for the position.

While some field work will be conducted independently, all work will be carried out as part of a larger team effort and excellent communication skills and an ability to cooperate in a team are equally important qualities.

• Assist with endangered species habitat assessments, aquatic resource delineations, and other support fieldwork activities.
• Be a positive, fun, curious, organized, innovative, committed, self‑motivated and supportive addition to our team.
• Be available and enthusiastic to travel as needed for project locations throughout North Carolina or South Carolina. Travel requirements are variable, however ICF strives to work with all staff to develop mutually agreed upon fieldwork schedules.

• BS in Biology, Ecology, Conservation Biology, Environmental Science or related discipline OR High School Diploma with 1+ years of professional experience within wildlife, horticulture, ecology, forestry or related experience
• Must have valid driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
• Must be able to work independently in the field for extended periods of time, often times with limited mobile phone reception
• Must be able to traverse uneven, irregular, slippery, and steep terrain (up to 5 miles per day) with or without accommodation

Prior experience with ecological fieldwork in North Carolina or South Carolina.

Documented experience demonstrating the ability to operate in the field under potentially strenuous conditions with minimal supervision.

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We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email C and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in‑person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at c. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

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