Wildlife Biologist Job at True Environmental, Guilford, CT

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  • True Environmental
  • Guilford, CT

Job Description

Matrix New World Engineering, a part of True Environmental and its partner firms, have united their strengths to establish the nation's premier environmental and engineering services consulting firm. This powerhouse organization offers an extensive range of services aimed at revolutionizing the built environment and preserving the natural one. Its diverse expertise encompasses environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering iconic coastal and marine structures, developing sustainable energy sources, and pioneering resource extraction methods. Explore further at and True-Environmental.com to discover the full scope of our capabilities.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Wildlife Biologist to join our team to support a diverse portfolio of environmental planning, ecological assessment, and regulatory compliance projects within northeast region. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting field studies, collecting and analyzing biological data, and developing management plans to protect wildlife populations and their habitats. This role requires a balance of rigorous scientific research, hands-on fieldwork, excellent technical writing, and effective collaboration with clients and resourceagencies.

What You'll Do
  • Plan, conduct, and oversee biological field surveys, including presence/absence surveys, habitat assessments, population censuses, and threatened and endangered species monitoring.
  • Collect and record field data using standardized protocols, GPS, and electronic data collection applications.
  • Operate specialized equipment for wildlife tracking, trapping, banding, and monitoring (e.g., trail cameras, telemetry).
  • Navigate and work independently in remote locations and across varied, challenging terrain in all weather conditions.
  • Analyze biological data using statistical software and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to assess population dynamics, habitat health, and environmental impacts.
  • Prepare and write high-quality technical reports, environmental documents (e.g., Biological Assessments, NEPA sections), and client deliverables.
  • Develop comprehensive wildlife management, mitigation, and restoration plans.
  • Conduct literature reviews and desktop research on relevant species, regulations, and ecosystems.
  • Ensure all field activities and projects comply with federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations (e.g., Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act).
  • Coordinate and communicate professionally with clients, government agencies (e.g., USFWS, state agencies), and stakeholders regarding project scope, findings, and permitting requirements.
  • Provide technical support and expertise in meetings, presentations, and public outreach initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Wildlife Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, Zoology, or a closely related field.
  • Minimum of five years of professional experience in wildlife research, environmental consulting, or conservation management.
  • Proven experience with habitat assessment, wildlife survey techniques, and field data collection.
  • Professional certification or the active pursuit of registration (e.g., Certified Wildlife Biologist/Associate Wildlife Biologist).
  • A background that touches on coastal ecology or wetland-dependent species, reflecting Matrix New World's strength in resilience planning..

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's Degree in a relevant field is strongly preferred.
  • Strong proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS/ArcPro) for mapping, spatial analysis, and data management.
  • Experience supporting environmental permitting with the federal and state agencies (e.g. USACE, NYSDEC, NJDEP, CTDEEP).
  • Excellent technical writing, editing, and verbal communication skills for report preparation and public presentations.
  • In-depth knowledge of wildlife ecology, conservation biology principles, and relevant local and federal environmental regulations.
  • Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail in data collection and record-keeping.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team, managing multiple concurrent tasks and strict deadlines.
  • Perform visual identification of plant and animal species, including threatened and endangered species.
  • Utilize auditory identification techniques to detect and confirm bird calls, amphibian vocalizations, and other species-specific sounds.
  • Familiarity with Northeast and mid-Atlantic flora and fauna and use of field guides and mobile identification apps.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job Tags

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