Staff Ecologist II, Fresno

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partnerwith clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future. Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world. Ready to shape the future of resilient communities? Verdantas is seeking a Staff Ecologist II for Fresno, CA. We provide consulting services to public, private, and non‑profit clients in California and across the United States. Our team supports projects from early planning and design through construction and long‑term environmental monitoring. This role offers hands‑on learning opportunities while supporting real‑world projects from start to finish. What You’ll Do: Independently conduct and lead ecological surveys, including wetland delineations, biological resource assessments, and habitat restoration evaluations Prepare and contribute to technical sections of environmental impact assessments, NEPA documents, and permit applications Coordinate with regulatory agencies and clients on assigned projects Manage field crews during site investigations and contribute to quality review of junior staff work products Support proposal development and scope‑of‑work preparation Apply advanced ecological expertise to evaluate field and laboratory data and identify trends, relationships, and environmental implications Clearly communicate technical findings to clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary project teams What You’ll Bring: Bachelor’s degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology, or a related field 3–6 years of relevant or progressive experience in ecological consulting, environmental assessment, or natural resource management Professional certifications such as Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) or Certified Wildlife Biologist preferred Experience with wildlife ecology and species‑specific habitat analysis Proficiency in riparian ecology and stream and wetland assessment methods Understanding of landscape ecology principles as applied to land‑use impact analysis Knowledge of soil biology and soil classification for environmental characterization Working knowledge of invertebrate zoology related to bioassessment Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Salary Range: $32 - $36 Benefits: Flexible Work Environment Paid Parental Leave Medical Dental Vision Life and AD&D Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off Holidays Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance— regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce. Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet