Staff Biologist — Wetland Science and Permitting

Job overview

The Staff Biologist — Wetland Science and Permitting role is hybrid in Gig Harbor, WA. Compensation is $31.25–$45.67 per hour. The role contributes to Farallon Consulting’s environmental consulting work on natural resource and regulatory projects. The position combines field science and permitting support, producing environmental data and technical documents that inform project design and compliance. The biologist conducts wetland and habitat assessments and works with a collaborative team to support project outcomes.

What you'll do

• Conduct wetland delineations, feasibility assessments, and ordinary high-water mark determinations
• perform aquatic and terrestrial habitat surveys, species assessments, and population studies
• collect, manage, and interpret environmental data, including GIS mapping and Excel datasets
• interpret environmental and construction plans
• develop technical reports and supporting documents
• collaborate with the team. Travel to project sites is stated at 20–30%.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

staff biologist

wetland science

wetland delineation

permitting

habitat surveys

ecological assessments

gis

field work

gig harbor wa

farallon consulting

$31.25-$45.67/hr

20-30% travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• flexible vacation
• nine paid holidays
• paid volunteer day
• tuition reimbursement
• paid certification renewals.

Why this role

The posting seeks wetland delineation certification and training in the Washington State Wetland Rating System. Benefits include ESOP participation, employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums, 401(k) match, flexible vacation, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement.

About the employer

Farallon Consulting LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Environmental Consulting Services. Sector: 54.