Permitted Bat Biologist,
Erm
data management
gps mapping
acoustic surveys
mist‑netting
quality control
permit submission
As a bat biologist, you will manage bat related tasks including development of proposal scope and budgets, task management, lead field survey efforts, development of survey protocols and level of effort, in-office data analysis, report writing, and quality control. You will also be part of teams conducting National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance, Endangered Species Act (ESA) Section 7 & 10, state-level equivalent reviews, and environmental permitting for large-scale capital projects in the Great Plains, Midwest, and beyond.
ERM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
- Builds and maintains productive professional and personal networking relationships within their technical team.
- Record, enter, organize, manage, and analyze data.
- Review endangered bat species resource records.
- Support GPS data collection and mapping.
- Oversee acoustic bat surveys and review acoustic data.
- Lead mist-netting and radio-telemetry surveys for protected bat species.
- Complete quality control review for bat data and reports.
- Perform background data and desktop site reviews.
- Submit environmental permit applications.
- Lead and/or prepare portions written reports, tables, spreadsheets, databases, and maps for client and regulatory agency review.
arcgis
gps
bachelor’s
usfws permit
bat telemetry
4+ years
ERM is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant, Permitted Bat Biologist, Natural Resources to play a key role in growing our business in our Overland Park, KS office. The ideal candidate will have experience leading bat presence/absence mist-netting survey tasks related to renewable energy, transmission, pipelines, or other capital project developments. Applicants must have a valid USFWS Section 10 permit to conduct bat mist netting surveys in the Great Plains and Midwest. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career with ERM’s experienced consulting teams in renewable energy permitting, with additional opportunities to contribute to onshore wind, electrical transmission, oil & gas, and technology infrastructure projects.
This position will include opportunities for both field and office work in the Heartland Region (Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and Oklahoma) and potentially elsewhere in the United States.
- Knowledge, understanding, and use of statistical analysis a plus.
- Comfortable with ArcGIS field maps and GPS-based survey equipment.
- A bachelor’s degree in an environmental (biology, ecology, natural resources, soil science, or related field) discipline. Or equivalent experience.
- Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
- Willingness to travel and conduct fieldwork in potentially remote areas for extended periods, including overnight travel.
- Experience with bat radio telemetry and roost emergence counts.
- Working knowledge of field sampling techniques for various bat species
- Familiarity with acoustic bat surveys and associated software.
- Detailed note-taking skills.
- Technical writing skills are necessary for this position.
- USFWS Collection Permit for protected bat species.
- The ability to solve problems using critical thinking to independently complete tasks or in a team environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including exceptional MS Office skills
- This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
- Understanding of policies and procedures for HSSE, including client-specific training (as required).
- Experience working well both in a team setting and independently.
- Experience conducting bat surveys in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and/or Oklahoma.
- Master’s degree in biology or related field from an accredited institution is a plus.
- Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
- 4+ years of related experience.
- this position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Revenue $1.3B
Annual Revenue
Reports over US$1.3 billion annually.
40+ Countries
Global Presence
Operates across over 40 countries.
KKR Backing
Since 2021
Privately owned and backed by KKR since 2021.
Thousands Annually
Projects Undertaken
Undertakes thousands of projects each year.
- Flourished through merging UK and US consultancies, building a truly global footprint.
- Has carried out major environmental assessments for projects like High Speed 1, HS2, Keystone and Dakota Access pipelines.
- Works in sectors from mining, energy and chemicals to manufacturing, pharma, power, renewables, finance and TMT.
- Combines strategic advisory and technical delivery, using digital tools and proprietary methodologies.
- Notably led environmental impact assessments for cross-border hydroelectric, rail and oil infrastructure.
- Safety is our number one priority.
- We are passionate about what we do.
- We collaborate to achieve excellence.
- We take personal responsibility and act with integrity.
- We embrace change and seek innovative solutions.
- We care about our people and work with them to unlock their potential.
50% reduction
Carbon Footprint Reduction
Aiming to reduce operational carbon footprint by half by 2025.
70M tons CO2
CO2 Emissions Reduced
Helped clients reduce emissions by over 70 million tons of CO2 equivalent annually.
- Committed to achieving net zero by 2030.
- Works with clients to support the transition to renewable energy sources.
- Aims to incorporate sustainability into all aspects of business decision-making.
50% women
Senior Leadership Team
Half of the senior leadership team consists of women, reflecting strong gender diversity at executive levels.
40% by 2025
Global Workforce Goal
Aim to achieve 40% female representation in the global workforce by the year 2025, demonstrating a commitment to broader diversity initiatives.
Active tracking
Gender Balance Monitoring
The company consistently monitors and reports on gender balance across all levels of the organization to ensure ongoing progress and accountability.
- They have introduced initiatives to support the recruitment and retention of diverse talent.
