Job Description
The successful candidates will be responsible for conducting botanical and wildlife surveys remotely in eastern Montana and western North Dakota.
Previous experience USACE wetland delineation procedures is expected; knowledge of BLM and USFS sensitive species are a plus.
Surveys are presumed to start late May / early June 2024 and may continue through October 2024.
Biologists will need to be experienced in any or all of the following topics :
Field biologists typically work in teams of two in remote locations across the Northern Great Plains of North Dakota and Montana.
Proper field equipment (i.e. shovels, gloves, safety helmets) will be provided by WEST; however, personal equipment (i.e.
backpacks and boots) will be your responsibility. Project-specific training to be provided as warranted. Field schedules may vary, but a 6-day work week is currently expected.
We expect biologists to have basic field skills including but not limited to :
This is a general description of the functions for this position and is not inclusive of the duties which may be associated with this position.
Job Requirements
Requirements :
The requirements for this position are focused on general biological survey knowledge, a desire to be in the field, the ability to be a leader in the field, and a willingness to follow standard protocols to ensure the successful completion of project work.
The successful candidate must be a self-starter who possesses :
After an offer of employment is made, the candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and a DMV records check that meets WEST’s minimum criteria to operate a motor vehicle on behalf of the company.
A valid driver’s license will be required. Candidates must adhere to all health and safety requirements.
WEST provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, and any protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Further, WEST takes affirmative action to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly, and without discrimination, for recruitment, selection, advancement and every other term and privilege associated with employment.
Education Bachelor's Degree Exemption Type Non-Exempt Application Deadline
Last updated : 2024-02-23
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