Biologist/Environmental Scientist – El Paso
Location: El Paso, Texas
Base : El Paso, Texas
Landhawk Consulting LLC is seeking several Biologists/Environmental Scientists to join our growing environmental and cultural resources team in our El Paso, Texas office. Established in 2012, Landhawk is a multidisciplinary environmental consulting firm with 30 professionals, specializing in natural resources, cultural resources, and water resource management. Our team includes wildlife biologists, archaeologists, environmental scientists, aquatic ecologists, and permitting specialists who support infrastructure and compliance projects across Texas and the greater Southwest.
The successful candidate will assist in biological regulations compliance, construction monitoring, and biological surveys within the Texas border region. This position offers hands-on experience working with diverse environmental projects in support of state and federal environmental compliance programs.
Position Details and Expectations
Interested candidates should email a detailed resume or CV, along with unofficial transcripts, outlining relevant field and project experience, such as biological survey work, construction monitoring, and biological resource documentation in Texas and the surrounding border region. Candidates should have experience or interest in endangered plant species surveys, nesting bird surveys, and biological resource monitoring in support of environmental compliance. Familiarity with the avian communities and flora of Texas.
Responsibilities:
• Perform routine inspections and oversee construction to ensure compliance with environmental regulations
• Monitor the state and condition of stormwater-related best management practices (BMPs)
• Conduct biological monitoring
• Assist with vegetation surveys
• Perform weekly migratory nesting bird surveys
• Relocate wildlife, including but not limited to protected reptile species, injured birds, and some aquatic organisms, when found
• Produce daily and occasionally weekly reports regarding information collected from field inspections
• Conduct biological surveys
Minimum Qualifications:
o Valid state driver’s license
o Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related fields of study
o Excellent writing skills
o High attention to detail
o Ability and willingness to travel periodically in Texas
o Ability to meet deadlines consistently
o Proficient in MS Office Suite
o Ability to work effectively with remote staff
o Ability to work with minimal supervision
o Must be able to pass a background check
Preferred qualifications include :
-Preference will be given to local candidates
-Experience in identifying native flora and fauna found in Texas.
-One to two years of experience conducting a combination of biological monitoring surveys, migratory nesting bird surveys, vegetation surveys, and stormwater BMP inspections.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Landhawk Consulting offers competitive compensation tailored to each candidate’s experience, qualifications, and technical expertise.
- Positions may be full-time or part-time, with hybrid and field-based assignments primarily in El Paso, Texas.
- 10 days paid vacation, up to 40 hours of annual sick leave, and 11 paid holidays are provided to salaried employees.
- Retirement plan with employer match.
- Access to in-person and virtual training programs, mentorship, and career development opportunities.
- Paid travel time, GSA per diem, and mileage reimbursement.
- Bonuses may be available based on performance and project contributions.
Background Check Notice:
All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. This may include verification of employment history, education credentials, driving record, and criminal background review.
About Landhawk Consulting :
Founded in 2012, Landhawk Consulting LLC is a multidisciplinary environmental consulting firm providing services across Texas and the greater Southwest. Our team of 25 professionals includes experts in natural resources, cultural resources, and water resource management. Landhawk’s archaeologists, biologists, environmental scientists, and permitting specialists work collaboratively to support infrastructure, compliance, and conservation projects for public and private clients.
We are committed to delivering high-quality, defensible work products and fostering a culture of professionalism, mentorship, and scientific excellence across every discipline we serve.
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