Junior Field Biologist

ICF's Texas-based environmental team is seeking a motivated and experienced Wetland Biologist / Field Lead to join our team and lead field efforts conducting wetland delineations and biological surveys for infrastructure projects throughout Texas and the U.

Focus:
Desktop and field surveys, wetland delineations, technical writing and review for infrastructure projects (energy, water, transportation).

Travel: range 30-60% (higher during spring/fall, lower during winter/summer).

• Lead field teams, conduct surveys, author and review reports, mentor junior staff.
• Lead and/or support teams of experts in project field efforts focused on biology and wetlands, including plant and wildlife habitat assessments, surveys, wetland delineations, and functional assessments.
• Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) 404/10 permit applications and mitigation plans.
• Explore a wide variety of project sites, terrain, and ecological landscapes.
• Learn and hone your technical skills while discussing species and regulatory changes with other talented biologists and project managers.
• Develop client relationships under experienced leaders who serve as trusted advisors for our long-time clients.

• BS in Biology, Natural Resource Sciences, Wetland Science, Wildlife, Ecology, Botany, Forest, Environmental Sciences, or a similar field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience leading or supporting wildlife habitat assessments and surveys, wetland delineations, environmental permitting related to WOTUS, or closely-related environmental field services.
• Must be able to work independently in the field for extended periods of time, often with limited mobile phone reception.
• Ability to travel to project sites, including overnight trips for up to a week at a time, with higher frequency in the spring and fall (Texas peak field seasons).
• Demonstrated experience with environmental consulting practices, regulations, and species in Texas.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including technical writing skills and ability to QA/QC deliverables and provide feedback to staff.
• Experience mobilizing and leading field efforts and conducting studies for renewable energy, transportation, water, and/or infrastructure clients.
• Strong technical writing skills and demonstrated ability to prepare permits.
• Certification as a Certified Wildlife Biologist (CWB) and/or Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) a plus.

• Health coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Access to professional development resources.
• 401k matching.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Charitable donation matching.
• Strong opportunities for growth into local business leadership with demonstrated capabilities and success.
• Offer flexible work arrangements and support work-life balance to the maximum extent possible within the constraints of the role.

The team's local office is in Austin, TX, and due to the location of field work, local candidates are preferred.

At ICF you are our raison d'être, a team of environmental experts prizing scientific rigor, regulatory insight, work-life balance, and a commitment to integrity. You will enjoy the diversity of work, entrepreneurial opportunities, and mission of building a more prosperous and resilient world. Apply your technical expertise and regulatory knowledge to help solve our clients' toughest compliance challenges, involving Clean Water Act (CWA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), and federal and state laws.

Our team values scientific rigor, respectful collaboration, intellectual curiosity, and productive creativity. Welcome you warmly to our team and value your knowledge and expertise as an environmental professional. Seek to provide you with diverse experiences including new project…