Biologist / Field Lead

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Overview
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
TRC Companies, Inc. a pioneer in ground-breaking scientific and engineering developments since the 1960s, is an engineering consulting firm that provides integrated services to the energy, environmental and infrastructure markets. TRC serves a broad range of clients in government and industry, implementing complex projects from initial concept to delivery and operation.
SECTOR OVERVIEW
Our Environmental Sector delivers comprehensive environmental solutions to meet the full project lifecycle needs of clients in renewable energy, oil & gas, transportation, and manufacturing industries. With one of the largest multimedia air and land permitting and compliance teams in the country, we support client success in manufacturing and industry, liquids delivery and processing, natural gas storage and delivery, power generation and delivery, and transportation projects.
POSITION SUMMARY
TRC is seeking a Lead Field Biologist to join our Permitting, Planning and Licensing Practice. The successful candidate will report to either TRC's Baton Rouge Office or New Orleans Office. Remote working or hybrid office/remote working is possible. The Lead Field Biologist position will have an emphasis in environmental planning and permitting for a variety of projects and clients in the areas of renewable energy, electric generation and transmission, and pipeline.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS

• Lead field teams in conducting biological field surveys including wetland/waterbody delineations (in accordance with USACE requirements), habitat assessments, and wildlife and plant species-specific surveys; and breeding bird and raptor surveys. Additional tasks as Field Lead may include assisting Project Manager with scoping and costing projects; mentoring junior level field staff; preparing health and safety plans; field survey preparation for field team; reviewing data collected in field, including GIS mapping and data forms.
• Prepare wetland reports and obtain jurisdictional determinations.
• Prepare permit applications for USACE Section 10/404 and state permit applications.
• Prepare Levee Board permit applications including request for Letters of No Objection from coordinating state and federal agencies.
• Prepare technical reports/correspondence.
• Provide support for mitigation activities including mitigation banking options for client projects or permittee-responsible options requiring the development of Wetlands Mitigation Plans, mitigation site design, and conducting monitoring/reporting to Agencies.
• Communicate and coordinate with agencies during permitting review process and attend meetings with clients and Federal, State and local agencies such as pre-application meetings, geologic review meetings, etc.
• Prepare reports from field surveys.
• Provide technical support in responding to requests for proposals.
• Work with area manager and other project managers on strategic pursuits, including proposal development and client meetings, and help to maintain strong relationships with key planning leaders.

Position could lead to a Project Manager position. This would entail the above duties, as well as added duties: Cross-sell and increase business from accounts under management, work with other TRC project managers and sales professionals on developing efficient business development strategies for new and existing customers and participate in strategic growth initiatives to expand TRCs client and delivery footprint across the Gulf/South region.

• Abide by Company policies and procedures.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in environmental science, natural resources, biology, ecology, or related field, and 7 to 10 years of post-degree experience.
• Strong ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply environmental compliance and permitting regulations of applicable regulatory agencies in the Gulf/South region.
• Excellent verbal communication and technical communication skills are mandatory, along with the ability to maintain a positive attitude working under aggressive schedules and challenging work conditions such as heavily vegetated, rough terrain and hot and humid weather conditions.
• The candidate must have a strong ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously. The ability to prepare clear and concise reports, procedures, correspondence, and other written materials is also required.
• Completed USACE Wetland Delineation/Regional Supplement Training is required.
• PWS certification or the ability to obtain is preferred.

Additional Desired/Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience writing NEPA related documents such as Environmental Assessments, Categorical Exclusions and related technical reports.
• Experience routing linear projects across landscapes to avoid and minimize environmental impact.
• Experience evaluating existing or proposed projects for impacts to the environment, necessary permit procedures and potential fatal flaws (due diligence).
• Willingness to spend approximately 40-50% in the field.
• Experience leading multiple field teams for large scale field events.

TRC offers advancement potential and a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401k plan with a company match. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.trccompanies.com/.
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EEO Statement
TRC is an equal opportunity employer: disability/veteran. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.