Wildlife Ecologist

Join Our Team at WSB Where Innovation Meets Nature

At WSB were not just another engineering and consulting firm were a forwardthinking team on a mission to build a better more sustainable tomorrow. Our people are the heartbeat of everything we do. We believe that bold ideas genuine collaboration and a deep respect for the environment can shape communities in powerful ways.

If youre passionate about wildlife driven by purpose and looking to grow your career with a company that values creativity and environmental stewardship this is your opportunity.

What Youll Do Make a Real Impact

Wildlife and Habitat Assessments:

• Conduct wildlife and/or botanical field surveys and interpret data on wildlife populations and habitats.
• Perform wetland delineations using the 1987 USACE Wetland Delineation Manual and regional supplements.
• Develop and implement innovative conservation plans to protect restore and monitor vital ecosystems.

Regulatory Compliance and Reporting:

• Stay current with federal and state wildlife regulations including the Endangered Species Act.
• Help projects align with local state and federal environmental standards.
• Prepare comprehensive reports permits and regulatory documentation for agencies and stakeholders.

Project Development and Management:

• Collaborate with clients project teams regulatory agencies and subcontractors.
• Assist with environmental due diligence and compliance tasks.
• Contribute to project proposals scoping budgeting and scheduling.
• Support and manage projects with opportunities for career advancement and leadership.

What You Bring Passion Purpose and Expertise

• BS or MS degree in environmental science ecology biology or a closely related field.
• 3 years of experience in environmental consulting.
• Proficiency in GPSbased data collection and Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong analytical thinking organization and both written and verbal communication skills.
• A teamoriented mindset with a clientfirst attitude and drive to solve complex environmental challenges.

Preferred Skills:

• GIS proficiency (especially ArcPro) is a plus.
• Experience with wildlife surveys for renewable energy projects.
• Background in business development or supporting proposals is highly valued.

What to Expect In the Office and the Field

• Split time between office tasks and fieldwork across urban and rural areas.
• Must be comfortable navigating uneven terrain and carrying up to 25 lbs of field equipment.
• Travel may be up to 25 with some overnight fieldwork.

Why WSB

At WSB youll be part of a dynamic fastgrowing company with a shared passion for the natural world. Youll work alongside inspiring professionals and be empowered to make a real difference not just for clients but for communities and ecosystems that matter.

Lets build whats next together. Apply now and start your journey with WSB.

Who is WSB:

WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering community planning environmental and construction services. We provide solutions for the places spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 30 complementary areas across the nation.

Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package including medical insurance dental insurance vision insurance life insurance company paid short and longterm disability 401K with match paid time off paid holidays tuition reimbursement and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity veteran or disability status.

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