Senior Field Biologist at Jones Fish

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Sep, 26

Salary

60000.0

Posted On

05 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lake Management, Team Building, Inventory Management, Regulatory Compliance, Aquatic Plant Identification, Water Sampling, Sediment Sampling, Aeration System Installation, Leadership, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Customer Service

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Position Title: Senior Field Biologist: Location: Fort Collins, CO FLSA: Exempt We are seeking an experienced Senior Field Biologist to assist in the daily operations of our Fort Collins, CO Branch. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in lake management, team building, inventory management, and regulatory compliance. Jones Lake Management is a full service lake and pond management specialty company. This company was built on providing unwavering quality solutions and products to our customers! It ALL begins with the employees hired to provide a professional level of service in the field, or at the office. Essential Duties: * Operations Oversight: * Collaborate with the Branch Manager and Operations Manager to optimize Lake Management operations. * Supervise equipment, boats, and routine truck maintenance. * Manage warehouse organization and inventory levels. * Own safety operations and conduct monthly meeting. * Team Support: * Act as a subject matter expert/resource for staff. * Conduct weekly meetings with Lake Management applicators. * Collaborate with Branch Manager to monitor and document team performance. * Customer Interaction: * Engage with customers to ensure excellent service. * Coordinate special projects (Hot Spots, Service Calls, Lake Mapping, Electrofishing, etc.). * Field Operations: * This position will focus heavily on Commercial Aquatic Applications within our pond management department. * Develop and initiate management plans for clients * Assessment of client’s lake and/or pond with the ability to initiate the appropriate management protocol * Water and sediment sampling * Aquatic plant sampling and identification * Installation of aeration systems, and decorative fountains Qualifications: * Associate’s Degree or higher in Biology, Water Resources, Fisheries related course study, or equivalent work experience * Strong leadership and team building skills * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities * Experience with regulatory compliance and inspections * Proficient in Microsoft Office and inventory management Physical Requirements: * Ability to lift up to 50 pounds * Bend at waist and/or knees and lift arms over shoulders * Ability to work in all weather conditions * Sitting for extended periods of time with ability to use a keyboard Comprehensive Benefits: * Multiple health plans to choose from, including the ability to participate in an HSA. * Dental, Vision, and Company Paid Life Insurance * 12 Paid Holidays per year * Generous PTO * 401(k) with Generous Company Match If you are passionate about aquatic management and have the skills required for this role, we encourage you to apply! We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience comes in many different forms; skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. Even more important than your resume is a clear demonstration of dedication, impact, and the ability to thrive in a fluid and collaborative environment. We want you to learn new things in this role, and we encourage you to apply if your experience is close to what we're looking for. We also know that diversity of background and thought makes for better problem solving and more creative thinking, which is why we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily lake management operations, including equipment maintenance, inventory, and safety protocols. Lead field operations for commercial aquatic applications, including client assessments and the implementation of management plans.