About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

Join the Confidential Client’s Earth & Environment team to support field-based biological and environmental work across project sites in and around East View, NY. This entry-level role focuses on data collection, site assessments, documentation, and supporting technical teams to meet client and regulatory objectives.

• Conduct biological natural-resource field surveys for vegetation, wetlands, wildlife, marine, terrestrial, botanical, and avian species.
• Collect and record observational and spatial data using GPS and electronic field systems.
• Collect and prepare samples (air, soil, water, sludge) and maintain chain-of-custody and lab documentation.
• Maintain quality control procedures for accurate measurement and data recording.
• Assist with basic ecological and environmental analyses and verification of site characteristics.
• Produce clear, concise documentation and reports for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Follow site-specific safety procedures and company policies (including health, safety, and drug/alcohol policies).
• Participate in training and use modern field technologies and techniques.
• Travel to project sites as required and work flexible schedules to meet project needs.

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Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related life-sciences field.
• Demonstrated familiarity with field research techniques, local/regional ecology and habitats, and applicable State and Federal protection regulations.
• Strong attention to detail, good organization, and the ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment.
• Clear interpersonal and written communication skills for both scientific and non-scientific audiences.
• Basic proficiency with office software and common field data-collection tools; willingness to learn GIS/GPS tools.
• Ability to work independently with general supervision and collaboratively on project teams.
• Willingness to work variable hours and travel occasionally for project needs.

Preferred:

• Active participation or membership in local professional practice organizations.
• Prior field survey or environmental monitoring experience; familiarity with chain-of-custody and sample handling.

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Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package typically offered by the employer including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance (plan details set by the employer).
• Retirement savings options.
• Paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid parental leave, and paid time for bereavement, voting, or naturalization proceedings.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

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Compensation & Location

• Estimated salary range: $63,000 - $78,700 per year (listed by the Confidential Client).
• Employment type: FULL_TIME.
• Location: East View, NY — employed directly by the Confidential Client.
• This posting follows applicable federal and state hiring and pay-transparency regulations.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind.
To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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