Title: Avian Biologists – Curtailment of Wind Turbines, housing provided
Company: HWA Wildlife Consulting, LLC (HWA)
Location/s: Laramie, Wyoming and surrounding area
Position Description: Avian Biologists needed for raptor surveys near Laramie, Wyoming.
Job Description:
HWA Wildlife Consulting, LLC (HWA) is a natural resource (wildlife and plant) consulting firm based in Laramie, Wyoming that specializes in wildlife monitoring, regulatory compliance, impact assessment, and wildlife research. We are looking for motivated avian biologists to join our team to assist with avian surveys and monitoring, primarily in and around wind development sites near Powell, Glenrock, or Laramie, Wyoming. Duties would include observing eagles and other raptors, collecting observation data, and curtailing wind turbines. Positions will begin April 1, 2026 through mid-August, with potential for extension. Shared field housing in Powell, Glenrock, or Laramie would be available.
NOTE: Work weeks would include 4-5 days a week and occur on weekends and holidays. Field work would occur in remote locations and would require field navigation, observing and documenting avian activity, and recording relevant information.
REQUIRED Qualifications:
· A.S. or B.S. degree in Wildlife, Natural Resources, Ecology, or related field.
· Must have the ability to travel and perform field work over weekends and holidays.
· Ability to identify common avian species of Wyoming, especially eagles and other raptor species.
· Ability to follow all safety protocols and use good judgement while in the field.
· Experience driving in winter conditions and use of 4WD vehicle.
· Ability to work independently and with a team.
· Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
· Drug screening required (pre-employment and random testing).
The ideal applicant must have a strong background and experience conducting avian identification surveys, preferably with eagles and other raptor species. They also must have a keen sense of observation, careful field data collection skills, strong navigational skills, and be proficient using computers, GPS units, and other electronic devices. Preferred candidates will be highly motivated, responsible, self-reliant, get along well with others, and enjoy working in challenging field settings. Field conditions include high elevation, rugged terrain, and highly variable weather conditions. Above all, we are looking for applicants with a good sense of humor and strong work ethic who are dedicated to accomplishing tasks as part of a team.
Applicants should be physically capable of extensive field work and should exhibit professionalism in landowner and agency interactions as representatives of HWA.
If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information of three references to the email address listed below. Please enter “Avian Biologist Position” in the subject line of your email.
Project Duration: April 1 to August 15, 2026
Last Date to Apply: Open until filled
Pay Range (DOE): $19-22/hour
Additional details: Field vehicle and housing will be provided.
Contact: Jenn Hess
Email: office@hwa-wildlife.com
Phone: (307) 742-5440
www.hwa-wildlife.com
Title: Environmental Monitor in Oklahoma
Company: HWA Wildlife Consulting, LLC (HWA)
Position Description: Environmental Monitor needed mid-May through August, 2026 to assist with migratory bird nest clearance surveys.
Job Description:
HWA Wildlife Consulting, LLC (HWA) is a natural resource consulting firm based in Laramie, Wyoming that specializes in wildlife monitoring, regulatory compliance, impact assessment, and wildlife research. We are looking for motivated wildlife biologists to join our team to assist with avian surveys and monitoring primarily in and around energy development sites in Oklahoma. Duties may include surveying for migratory bird nests; monitoring of construction activities to ensure regulatory compliance; monitoring of best management practices for stormwater pollution prevention plan; and inventorying various wildlife species and mapping habitat. Positions will begin in May (approximately May 18) and will most likely end in September. Housing and transportation in the field are provided.
REQUIRED Qualifications:
B.S. degree in Wildlife, Natural Resources, Ecology, or related field.
Ability to identify raptor and songbird species.
Ability to identify common wildlife and plant species of the Midwest.
Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Drug screening required (pre-employment and random testing).
Familiarity with ESRI Field Maps.
The ideal applicant must have a strong background and experience conducting wildlife inventory and habitat assessments (plant community classification), preferably in the Great Plains ecosystems. Candidates must have a demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of people from industry, state and federal agencies, private landowners, the general public, and co-workers. They also must have a keen sense of observation, careful field data collection skills, strong navigational skills, and be proficient using computers, GPS units, and other electronic devices. He/she will be highly motivated, responsible, self-reliant, get along well with others, and enjoy working in challenging field settings. He/she must have the ability to travel and perform field work over extended time periods and have a willingness to work a highly variable and unpredictable schedule. Work will typically occur 5-6 days per week and involve long days, often hiking long distances, and irregular hours. Field conditions include rugged terrain and highly variable weather conditions. Above all, we are looking for applicants with a good sense of humor and strong work ethic who are dedicated to accomplishing tasks as part of a team.
Applicants should be physically capable of extensive field work and should exhibit professionalism in client, landowner and agency interactions as representatives of HWA. If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information of three references to the email address listed below. Please put “Environmental Monitor Position” in the subject line of your email.
Project Duration: May 18 - September 1, 2026
Last Date to Apply: Open until filled
Pay Rate: $21/hour base pay
Additional details: Work vehicle will be provided. Shared field house is available. Overtime rate for hours over 40/week.
Contact: Jenn Hess
Email: office@hwa-wildlife.com
Phone: (307) 742-5440
www.hwa-wildlife.com
Title: Seasonal Avian Biologists - Washington
Company: HWA Wildlife Consulting, LLC (HWA)
Location: Longview, WA/Portland, OR
Application deadline: April 15, 2026
Duration: May 11 – July 10, 2026
Job Description:
HWA Wildlife Consulting, LLC (HWA) is a natural resource consulting firm based in Laramie, Wyoming that specializes in wildlife monitoring, regulatory compliance, impact assessment, and wildlife research. We are looking for motivated avian biologists to join our team to assist with survey and monitoring of the federally threatened Streaked subspecies of Horned Larks (SHLA) in the Lower Columbia River of Oregon and Washington. Duties will include conducting early morning occupancy and abundance surveys for SHLA and conducting habitat suitability mapping on a series of island and mainland sites managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Access will require motorized boats, so applicants should be comfortable on boats in moving water, in potentially choppy conditions and inclement weather; boats will be operated by a professional marine services company. Positions will begin May 11 and end ~ July 10. Housing in Longview, WA (~ 1 hour from Portland, OR), per diem, and transportation in the field are provided. This is a time sensitive project, so starting and ending dates are non-negotiable.
REQUIRED Qualifications:
· B.S. degree in Wildlife, Natural Resources, Ecology, or related field.
· Ability to identify grassland and wetland songbird species by sight and sound, and experience working with nesting songbirds.
· Ability to identify wildlife and plant species of the pacific northwest.
· Comfort and experience using boats, and ability to swim in an emergency.
· Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
· Candidates must be able to follow all safety protocols and use good judgement while in the field.
Drug screening required (pre-employment and random testing).
The ideal applicant must have a strong background and experience conducting wildlife inventory and monitoring, preferably in grassland and/or wetland ecosystems. Candidates must have a demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of people from industry, state and federal agencies, private landowners, the general public, and co-workers. They also must have a keen sense of observation, careful field data collection skills, strong navigational skills, and be proficient using computers, GPS units, and other electronic devices. They will be highly motivated, responsible, self-reliant, get along well with others, and enjoy working in challenging field settings. They must have the ability to travel and perform field work over extended time periods and have a willingness to work a highly variable and unpredictable schedule. Work will involve long days, often hiking long distances, and irregular hours. Field conditions include sandy and muddy soils, and highly variable weather conditions, including wind, rain, and prolonged sun exposure. Above all, we are looking for applicants with a good sense of humor and strong work ethic who are dedicated to accomplishing tasks as part of a team.
Other important qualifications include experience with distance estimation and plotting wildlife locations, interpreting avian behavioral cues, use of a spotting scope and binoculars, comfort working around piscivorous birds (gulls and terns), and good judgment while in the field with safety as the top priority. Applicants should be physically capable of extensive field work and should exhibit professionalism in landowner and agency interactions as representatives of HWA.
If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information of three references to the email address listed below. Please state “Seasonal SHLA Biologist Position” in the subject line of your email.
Pay Rate: $4,300 – 5,000/month, depending on experience.
HWA provides housing, field vehicle, and per diem while in the field.
Contact: Rob Spaul
Email: office@hwa-wildlife.com
Phone: (307) 742-5440
www.hwa-wildlife.com
Title: Wildlife Biologist/Project Manager
Company: HWA Wildlife Consulting, LLC
Locations: Laramie, WY
Position Description: Manage wildlife survey and habitat mapping projects throughout Wyoming, Montana, and Colorado.
Job Description:
HWA Wildlife Consulting (HWA) is a natural resource consulting firm based in Laramie, Wyoming that specializes in wildlife monitoring, regulatory compliance, impact assessment, and wildlife research. We have an immediate opening for a wildlife biologist/project manager.
We are seeking a team member to serve as project manager on wildlife monitoring and habitat mapping projects throughout WY, CO, ND, OK, and MT; collecting, managing, and analyzing GIS/spatial data; and writing publication-quality technical reports. Projects will involve monitoring/mapping trends in abundance or distribution indices for threatened, endangered, or special status species, in areas potentially affected by development/human activity. Familiarity of wildlife and plant species within the west are required. Travel is a large part of this position.
Specific duties will include:
· Design and implement species or habitat-specific field assessments of wildlife response. to energy development activity (oil and gas, wind energy, and mining).
· Coordinate logistics, data management and analysis, and report preparation.
· Train, schedule, and assign tasks to field crew.
· Serve as the primary point of communication on the project among clients and agencies.
· Ensure timely, thorough, competent completion of project tasks.
· Ensure regular, ongoing communication with supervisors.
This position requires frequent travel and fieldwork including extended days in the field. Field conditions include high elevation, rugged terrain, and highly variable weather conditions.
Qualified applicants will have experience and expertise in managing projects, environmental consulting, using GIS, conducting wildlife inventory and habitat assessments, and excellent skills in oral and written communication, particularly with clients, private landowners, and agency personnel. Applicants must have a keen sense of observation, careful field data collection skills, good navigational skills, and be proficient using 4-wheel drive vehicles, ATVs/UTVs, GPS units, and other mobile data collection devices. Above all, we are looking for applicants with a positive attitude and a strong work ethic who are dedicated to accomplishing tasks as part of a team.
Visit www.hwa-widlife.com for more information. To apply, send a cover letter and resume with contact information for 3 references. Please type “Project Manager Position” in the subject line. Application packets that do not meet the qualifications below will not be considered. This position is open until filled. Processing of applications will begin immediately.
Minimum Qualifications:
· M.S. degree in Wildlife, Natural Resources, Ecology, or related field; strong candidates with a B.S. degree and at least 5 years of field experience will be considered.
· Aerial survey experience (not required but preferred).
· Project management experience.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills, and experience leading and supervising field crews.
· Experience managing databases and working with spatial data (ArcGIS).
· Ability to identify wildlife and plant species of the Intermountain West.
· Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Drug screening will be required upon employment. Background check may be needed, depending on project requirements.
Last Date to Apply: Open until filled
Salary: Competitive salary and benefits, depending on experience (salary ranges from $50,000-65,000).
Benefits: Paid time off, health and dental coverage, retirement plan, life and disability insurance.
Contact: Jenn Hess
Email: office@hwa-wildlife.com
Phone: (307) 742-5440
Title: Wetland specialist/plant biologist
Company: HWA Wildlife Consulting, LLC (HWA)
Location/s: Laramie, Wyoming
Position Description: Wetland specialist/plant biologist
Job Description:
HWA Wildlife Consulting, LLC (HWA) is a natural resource (wildlife and plant) consulting firm based in Laramie, Wyoming that specializes in wildlife monitoring, regulatory compliance, impact assessment, and wildlife research. We are looking for a motivated wetland delineation specialist or plant biologist/botanist to assist with wetland delineations, noxious weed surveys, reclamation monitoring, and sensitive plant surveys across Colorado, Oklahoma, Montana, North Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming. This position also assists with various plant and wildlife surveys, including habitat assessments for sensitive species, and sagebrush site assessments for proposed projects. Housing, meals, and transportation in the field are provided.
REQUIRED Qualifications:
· Ability to perform field work across multiple states.
· B.S. degree in Natural Resources, Ecology, Plant Sciences, Botany or related field.
· Ability to identify common plant species of sagebrush steppe and Great Plains, especially riparian or wetland plants.
· Ability to identify state listed noxious weeds.
· Experience writing wetland and other technical reports.
· Ability to follow all safety protocols and use good judgement while in the field.
· Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
· Drug screening required (pre-employment and random testing).
· Ability to carry equipment/supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
· Ability to travel frequently with field work encompassing 80-90% of your time during the field season (March-September).W
The ideal applicant must have field experience identifying common plant species of the Great Plains and Arid West, as well as theoretical knowledge of plant taxonomy and the ability to use a dichotomous key. Applicant would work independently or as part of team conducting wetland delineations according to the 1987 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual and applicable regional supplements. Experience with identifying sensitive/rare plants, noxious weed inventory, and some background in soils science is preferred. Applicants should have a demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of people including industry, state and federal agencies, private landowners, general public, and co-workers. They also must have a keen sense of observation, careful field data collection skills, strong navigational skills, and be proficient using GPS units, and other electronic devices. Field conditions include high elevations, rugged terrain, and highly variable weather conditions. Travel is a large part of this position. Above all, we are looking for applicants with a good sense of humor and strong work ethic who are dedicated to accomplishing tasks as part of a team.
Applicants should be physically capable of extensive field work and should exhibit professionalism in landowner and agency interactions as representatives of HWA.
If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information of three references to the email address listed below.
Pay Rate: Competitive salary and benefits, depending on experience (salary ranges from $50,000-65,000)
Contact: Jenn Hess
Email: office@hwa-wildlife.com
Phone: (307) 742-5440
www.hwa-wildlife.com
Title: Seasonal Wildlife Biologist
Company: HWA Wildlife Consulting, LLC (HWA)
Location/s: Laramie, Wyoming
Job Description:
HWA Wildlife Consulting, LLC (HWA) is a natural resource consulting firm based in Laramie, Wyoming that specializes in wildlife monitoring, regulatory compliance, impact assessment, and wildlife research. We are looking for motivated wildlife biologists to join our team to assist with wildlife survey, monitoring, and research projects primarily in and around energy development sites throughout Wyoming, Montana, Colorado, and other locations in the west. Duties may include carcass searches and curtailment of wind turbines; conducting raptor nesting and productivity surveys; mountain plover surveys; pygmy rabbit surveys; prairie dog surveys, sensitive plant surveys; and inventorying various wildlife species and mapping habitat. Positions will begin in March and will most likely end in July or August with a possibility of extension through the winter. Housing and transportation in the field are provided. Exact starting and ending dates are somewhat negotiable (by one or two weeks).
REQUIRED Qualifications:
· B.S. degree in Wildlife, Natural Resources, Ecology, or related field.
· Ability to identify raptor and songbird species.
· Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
· Drug screening required (pre-employment and random testing).
· Candidates must be able to follow all safety protocols and use good judgement while in the field.
The ideal applicant must have a strong background and experience conducting wildlife inventory and monitoring, preferably in shrub-steppe ecosystems with greater sage-grouse or within the Great Plains ecosystems. Please note if you have aerial survey experience. Candidates must have a demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of people from industry, state and federal agencies, private landowners, the general public, and co-workers. They also must have a keen sense of observation, careful field data collection skills, strong navigational skills, and be proficient using computers, GPS units, and other electronic devices. They will be highly motivated, responsible, self-reliant, get along well with others, and enjoy working in challenging field settings. They must have the ability to travel and perform field work over extended time periods and have a willingness to work a highly variable and unpredictable schedule. Work will typically occur 5-6 days per week and involve long days, often hiking long distances, and irregular hours. Field conditions include high elevations, rugged terrain, and highly variable weather conditions. Above all, we are looking for applicants with a good sense of humor and strong work ethic who are dedicated to accomplishing tasks as part of a team.
Other important qualifications include experience with 4-wheel drive vehicles and ATVs. Applicants should be physically capable of extensive field work and should exhibit professionalism in client, landowner and agency interactions as representatives of HWA.
If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information of three references to the email address listed below.
Project Duration: March 16- August 1, 2026
Last Date to Apply: Open until filled
Pay Rate: $18/hour base pay
Additional details: Work truck will be provided. Shared field house is available. Overtime rate for hours over 40/week.
Contact: Jenn Hess
Email: office@hwa-wildlife.com
Phone: (307) 742-5440
www.hwa-wildlife.com