Bat Biologist/Ecologist
Environmental Consulting & Technology, Inc. (Ect)
Lead Midwest bat surveys, manage crews, and develop regional bat ecology program
24 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Lombard, IL
Field
Company Size
100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Environmental Consulting
Environmental Engineering
Regulatory Compliance
Environmental Site Assessments
Remediation Services
Hazardous Materials Management
Waste Management
Risk Assessment
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Residential
Water Resources
Power
Agriculture
Role
What you would be doing
report writing
field supervision
gps mapping
acoustic monitoring
habitat assessment
workflow development
- Prepare reports and study plans describing methodologies and survey results, tailored to state and federal regulatory requirements.
- Support multidisciplinary teams by occasionally assisting with other natural resource surveys (e.g., wetlands, vegetation assessments, Phase I ESAs, constraints analyses).
- Lead field survey crews for bat projects throughout the Midwest, with occasional assignments in other regions.
- Utilize GPS units, tablets (Field Maps, Survey123), and tools such as thermal imaging, remote sensing, and acoustic analysis software to collect and interpret field data.
- Conduct presence/absence surveys, acoustic monitoring, radio-telemetry, and habitat assessments in forested, prairie, agricultural, riparian, and urban edge habitats typical of the Midwest.
- Assist with developing safe, efficient, and consistent workflows for bat services tailored to regional client and agency needs.
- Coordinate with state wildlife agencies and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (Region 3) on Endangered Species Act compliance and permitting.
What you bring
project management
bat survey
acoustic analysis
technical writing
usfws permit
biology degree
- Demonstrated experience with task or project management.
- Three to seven years of natural resources experience, with emphasis on bat survey methods and habitat assessments.
- Familiarity with Midwest state permitting and conservation programs.
- Willingness to travel extensively across the Midwest during the summer survey season, including night work.
- Current USFWS Section 10(a)(1)(A) Recovery Permit for bat work.
- Experience supervising or coordinating multiple field survey crews.
- Strong skills in technical writing and preparation of regulatory documents.
- Minimum two (2) years of demonstrated field experience with bat species, including study design, acoustic data collection, processing, and analysis.
- Current rabies vaccination required.
- B.A. or B.S. in Biology, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related field.
- Ability to conduct strenuous fieldwork (up to 10 miles per day, often in rugged terrain) and carry up to 40 lbs of equipment.
- Experience with other wildlife survey types (avian, herpetofauna) a plus.
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Company
Overview
- Founded with a mission to provide forward-thinking environmental solutions, ECT has become a leader in environmental consulting and technology.
- With decades of expertise, the company offers a wide range of services across multiple industries, including energy, water resources, utilities, and infrastructure.
- ECT’s typical projects include complex environmental assessments, impact studies, and environmental technology applications.
- The company’s engineers, scientists, and technologists collaborate to deliver tailored, cost-effective solutions for government agencies and private-sector clients alike.
- Specializing in water resources and infrastructure, ECT has a history of supporting large-scale projects, from remediation efforts to sustainable energy systems.
- A standout feature is their work in integrating cutting-edge technologies, such as GIS systems and environmental data analysis tools, into their consulting services.
- Over the years, ECT has successfully completed thousands of projects that have contributed to sustainable environmental management and economic growth.
- Honesty, ethical behavior, and transparency guide every action.
- Commitment to exploring innovative solutions for client challenges.
- A team-oriented approach that values partnerships with clients and stakeholders.
- Delivering superior quality and exceeding client expectations.
- Commitment to environmentally responsible and sustainable business practices.
2050
Net-Zero Commitment
Committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by this year.
- The organization integrates sustainability into its core business practices and provides clients with innovative solutions for environmental management.
- Regularly tracks and reports its carbon footprint and works to reduce environmental impacts across operations and service offerings.
- Supports clients in meeting their sustainability goals through energy efficiency, waste reduction, and resource conservation.
- Committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.
- Prioritizes creating a culture where diverse perspectives drive innovative solutions for clients.
- Focuses on ensuring an inclusive environment for all employees, though gender diversity data is not publicly available.
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