As-Needed Field Biologist - Portland

Dudek • Portland, OR • 1w ago

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 supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.
Learn more about our award-winning culture, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape.

Who You Are
As an employee-owner, you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration 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.

How You’ll Make an Impact
Dudek is seeking field biologists and botanists to provide as-needed field support for projects in Oregon and Washington. This position will provide biologists with 2-6+ years of of experience to support a variety of projects in the Pacific Northwest, including projects related to utility infrastructure upgrades and renewable energy generation and storage. Strong candidates will have extensive outdoor experience, particularly through agencies, volunteering, or graduate schoolwork. Candidates with strong writing skills and a desire to assist with reporting will be given the chance to do so.
 
Duties and Responsibilities

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 a part of a team

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

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.

Working Conditions:
Environment

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.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This job requires the following:

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 35 lbs. unassisted; 50lbs in a team lift (two or more employees).
Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc.
Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Dudek is committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of their background, feel valued, respected, and have equal opportunities to succeed. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our business success, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We are committed to fair and equitable processes, based on merit, free from any discrimination.

Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Dudek’s operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Dudek, including supervisors and coworkers. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons (including those with disability and veteran status) in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. Any employee who violates this policy and Dudek’s commitment to equal employment opportunities will be subject to disciplinary action.

Dudek is a U.S.-based employer. All positions are based in the United States and require U.S. work authorization

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