Wildlife/Fisheries Biologist - ASRC Energy

Fisheries/Wildlife BiologistThe Fisheries/Wildlife Biologist supports and leads field- and office-based biological resource and environmental compliance activities. This role focuses on fisheries and/or wildlife investigations, regulatory permitting, and impact assessment for projects throughout Alaska. The successful candidate will apply advanced technical expertise to design and implement biological studies, analyze and interpret data, and prepare high-quality technical reports and permit documentation.Responsibilities may include leading field teams, coordinating with state and federal regulatory agencies, supporting clients through permitting and compliance processes, and contributing to project planning and execution. This position may also involve mentoring junior staff, providing technical review of work products, and serving as a subject matter resource for biological and regulatory issues.Essential duties include:Leading and supporting biological studies, including the planning and execution of field surveys and data collection focused on fisheries, wildlife, and associated habitats using a variety of methods and techniquesConducting literature reviews; compiling, analyzing, and synthesizing biological resource data; and preparing technical reports, study plans, and analytical memorandaPreparing permit applications and supporting documentation for environmental and regulatory complianceSupporting preparation of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents and participation in Endangered Species Act (ESA) and/or Essential Fish Habitat (EFH) consultations, as well as Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) permitting processesCoordinating and communicating with regulatory agencies such as the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), North Slope Borough (NSB), and other governing entitiesServing as a technical point of contact for clients and regulatory stakeholdersManaging tasks and schedules; overseeing and coordinating subcontractors, laboratories, and field logisticsSupporting AES zero-incident safety culture and assuming personal accountability and responsibility for safe work practices in all projects, activities, and operations.Complying with Company and customer policies and procedures.Other duties will be assigned to this position as needs require.Required experience includes:Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, fisheries science, wildlife science, or a related fieldFive or more years of relevant professional experience in fisheries, wildlife, or biological resource consulting; advanced education may be substituted for years of experienceTechnical expertise in one or more of the following areas: fisheries, aquatic resources, marine mammals, terrestrial wildlife, marine or coastal sciencesDemonstrated experience with field data collection, biological data analysis, and technical writing for regulatory, scientific, or permitting audiencesWillingness and ability to spend up to two weeks at a time in remote field locations, often accessed by helicopter, bush plane, boat, or snow travel vehiclesExperience working in rugged and cold weather environments, with a strong safety first mindsetStrong analytical, problem solving, and professional communication skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applicationsAbility to work independently and collaboratively as part of multidisciplinary project teamsComfortable balancing office based analysis, report preparation, client interaction, and fieldworkCommitment to professional growth, technical excellence, and environmental stewardshipFlexibility and adaptability when working in remote or logistically complex environmentsStrong attention to detail and quality assurance in technical deliverablesDriver License required.