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BioSurvey Group is hiring a Senior Herpetologist to help develop and grow our herpetology survey and consultation services division within our small, woman-owned, forward-thinking company. This is a great opportunity for a self-motivator who enjoys being client facing, all aspects of project management, managing their own time, and is interested in being a part of a positive, successful team. The Senior Herpetologist will plan, lead, and conduct surveys, organize data, and produce reports documenting findings. This is a senior role that requires self-motivation, a strong technical background in herpetology, project and team management, and excellent communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop project leads and submit proposals
• Plan and lead herpetological surveys and monitoring efforts
• Process and analyze data
• Maintain, organize, and inventory equipment
• Prepare progress reports and field assessment reports
• Handheld and sub-meter accurate GPS data collection
• Map making as required for spatial analysis and reporting
• Coordinate and lead survey teams
• This position may require extensive field deployment and frequent travel
• Other RTE species surveys as qualified and needed
• Wetland and stream delineations as needed

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in science or related field or 5+ years equivalent experience
• 3+ years of herpetological survey experience
• Federally and/or state permitted for Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia’s state listed amphibians and reptiles
• Positive and effective communication with clients and team members
• Effective technical writing skills
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills
• Detail-oriented, responsible, well organized, professional, and self-motivated
• Possess a valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Experience with other RTE species surveys a plus
• Ability to scuba dive a plus

Who We Are: BioSurvey Group is a small, woman-owned biological consulting firm that specializes in rare, threatened, and endangered species surveys and consultations. We manage projects of varying size from single species surveys for a stream pipeline crossing to large complex multi-species and multi-agency surveys including interstate pipelines and DOT projects. Our project experience covers a vast range of industries and includes projects for state and federal agencies, municipalities, transportation (railroads, highways, and river commerce), engineering firms, oil and gas, renewable energy, and mining.

We are excited to talk with qualified candidates about competitive salary options (commensurate upon experience and permits held) and benefits such as unlimited paid time off and percentage-based sales incentives. This is a work from home position which may require extensive travel. BioSurvey Group is committed to providing our staff with the tools necessary to do their jobs effectively and efficiently and providing opportunities for growth while striking a personal life balance.

BioSurvey Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

BioSurvey Group is hiring for our 2025 Summer Internship Program to provide up and coming science professionals with opportunities to gain experience in our field and grow with our small, woman-owned, forward-thinking company. Successful candidates will work on multiple project types including all aspects of freshwater mussel surveys involving field preparations, survey techniques, and client deliverables. Candidates should anticipate working on several different projects in different locations throughout the mid-west. Your contributions to the BioSurvey Group team will be essential in meeting our client objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with freshwater mussel surveys and other biological field surveys
• Assist with client deliverables including data management, report writing and GIS mapping
• Document field data
• Use GPS equipment
• Adhere to all safety and dive safety protocols
• Prepare and track dive logs
• Boat and trailer operations
• Maintain, organize, and inventory field equipment
• This position will require extensive field deployment and frequent travel

REQUIREMENTS:

• Working towards a B.S. or M.S. degree in an environmental science or related field
• Positive attitude and effective communication with team members
• Flexible schedule and willingness to travel
• Open Water SCUBA certification or similar certification or be willing to obtain certification
• Possess a valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Biological field survey experience is preferred (mussels, herps, bats, birds, macroinvertebrates, etc.)
• Excellent decision-making skills
• Detail-oriented, responsible, well organized, professional, and self-motivated
• Ability to work long field days and tolerate inclement weather and diving conditions

Who We Are:

BioSurvey Group is a small, woman-owned biological consulting firm that specializes in rare, threatened, and endangered species surveys and consultations. We manage projects of varying size from single species surveys for a stream pipeline crossing to large complex multi-species and multi-agency surveys including interstate pipelines and DOT projects. Our project experience covers a vast range of industries and includes projects for state and federal agencies, municipalities, transportation (railroads, highways, and river commerce), engineering firms, oil and gas, renewable energy, and mining.

We are excited to talk with qualified candidates and anticipate a compensation range between $15-$25 per hour depending on the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. This position will require extensive travel; however, travel costs will be covered by BioSurvey Group. BioSurvey Group is committed to providing our staff with the tools necessary to do their jobs effectively and efficiently and providing opportunities for growth while striking a personal life balance.

BioSurvey Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

BioSurvey Group is hiring part time/ on-call Divers to support the freshwater mussel division within our small, woman-owned, forward-thinking company. Divers will adhere to diving safety protocols and promote a safety driven culture. This position will include field work for freshwater mussel surveys and other underwater biological surveys conducted, as well as equipment maintenance as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with freshwater mussel surveys and other underwater biological surveys
• Assist in setting up a dive station and ensuring all equipment is functioning correctly
• Adhere to dive safety protocols
• Prepare and track dive logs
• Boat and trailer operations
• Maintain, organize, and inventory diving equipment, boats, trailers, and vehicles
• This position will require extensive field deployment and frequent travel
• Assist with other RTE species surveys as needed

REQUIREMENTS:

• Open Water SCUBA certification and/ or AAUS scientific diver certification
• Accredited commercial dive school diploma and/ or ADCI Diver card is preferred
• Possess a valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Ability to obtain a current ADCI or equivalent “Fit to Dive” physical
• Current Blood Borne Pathogens, First Aid, CPR, DAN O2 Administration certifications a plus
• 10-hour OSHA and 40- hour HAZWOPER certification a plus
• Mussel survey experience preferred as well as other aquatic biological survey experience
• Positive attitude and effective communication with team members
• Excellent decision-making skills
• Detail-oriented, responsible, well organized, professional, and self-motivated
• Flexible schedule and willingness to travel
• Ability to work long field days and tolerate inclement weather and diving conditions

Who We Are:

BioSurvey Group is a small, woman-owned biological consulting firm that specializes in rare, threatened, and endangered species surveys and consultations. We manage projects of varying size from single species surveys for a stream pipeline crossing to large complex multi-species and multi-agency surveys including interstate pipelines and DOT projects. Our project experience covers a vast range of industries and includes projects for state and federal agencies, municipalities, transportation (railroads, highways, and river commerce), engineering firms, oil and gas, renewable energy, and mining.

We are excited to talk with qualified candidates about competitive salary options (commensurate upon experience and permits held) and forward-thinking benefits such as housing options and field gear stipends. This position will require extensive travel. BioSurvey Group is committed to providing our staff with the tools necessary to do their jobs effectively and efficiently and providing opportunities for growth while striking a personal life balance.

BioSurvey Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.