Staff Biologist II

Description:

Why Farallon?

As a 100% employee-owned firm, Farallon is built on a shared purpose and long-term commitment. Our people are the reason clients trust us with their most complex environmental challenges—from high-stakes remediation projects to regulatory negotiations that shape communities. When you join Farallon, you join a team of scientists and engineers who take pride in delivering technically sound, defensible, and practical solutions.

You’ll work alongside industry leaders who are shaping the future of environmental consulting across the West Coast. Your expertise will directly influence project outcomes, client relationships, and the continued growth of our employee-owned firm.

The Role

We are looking for a motivated and talented Biologist to join the firm’s Natural Resources Permitting Group in our Wenatchee, Washington office. If you are looking to advance your career while working alongside industry experts, this opportunity is for you! You will be collaborating with colleagues from across our organization to provide environmental solutions to our clients’ environmental challenges. This is a full-time, non-exempt, hybrid position based out of our Wenatchee, Washington office.

You should be a self-starter and possess strong technical and writing skills to support a wide range of environmental projects. Our ideal candidate will also be detail-oriented, have excellent verbal communication skills, and a positive attitude.

• Technical writing and reviewing
• Preparation of documents for environmental permits
• Field research, study design, and data analysis
• Work with a range of clients, both public and private, and work within defined budgets.

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements:

What You’ll Bring

• Knowledge of fish and wildlife species and ecology of WA State; primarily Eastern Washington.
• Bachelor or Masters of Science degree in a biological science, (Biology, Ecology, Fisheries, Zoology, etc.). A Fisheries degree is preferred.
• 1-5 years of field experience.
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing with a wide variety of clients to determine the specific project requirements.
• Willingness to learn to scope projects, lead projects, manage budgets, and complete invoicing.
• Ability to work outside in adverse conditions.
• Ability to perform efficiently and effectively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail.
• Have a personal vehicle and a valid WA driver’s license and willing to travel for field work on occasion.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership to complete specific tasks.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written/oral communication skills.
• The ability to work through technical issues efficiently and be willing to ask questions.
• Knowledge and experience with the Shoreline Management Act, Growth Management Act and local county codes.
• Knowledge and experience with critical areas, compensatory mitigation and endangered species, preferably in Washington state.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and perform field work tasks and a wide range of physical activities, including sustained walking, standing, and reaching in an outdoor environment. This role also requires the ability to sit for extended periods, use a computer, and perform typical office duties.
• Eagerness to learn.

Bonus Skills

• Ordinary High Water Mark training by WA Department of Ecology
• Experience using GIS and/or AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with wetlands and wetland regulations; wetland delineator training preferred.
• Knowledge of native flora.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans.
• Ability to operate small boats.
• SCUBA experience (PADI certified a plus).
• 40-Hour OSHA Health \& Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910\.120).
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training.

Owner-Level Benefits

We believe taking care of our people is the best way to take care of our clients and Farallon is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

• Ownership: Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Health \& Wellness: 100% employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision for employees.
• Retirement: 401(k) with up to a 4% company match.
• Time Off: Flexible vacation (10–30 days), 9 paid holidays, and a dedicated paid day for volunteering.
• Growth: Tuition reimbursement and paid renewals for professional certifications.

Additional benefits may include performance-based incentives, life, AD\&D, disability benefits, parental leave, voluntary benefits, flexible work options, employee assistance program, spot bonus, charitable donation matches, paid parking or transit, employee referral programs, service recognition awards and a one-time reimbursement for home office setup.

Pay Range

Our best estimate of the base salary range for this position, is $65,000-$95,000\. Located in the Wenatchee, WA area.

Employees are eligible for an annual cash bonus based on firm and individual performance. Actual compensation will depend on experience, education, and internal equity.

The Fine Print

Farallon Consulting, L.L.C. is an EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, age (except for bona fide occupational qualifications), sex, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military service, veteran status, participation in EEO-protected activity, or any other status protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are not able to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.

Don’t meet every single requirement? We know that women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they meet every qualification. At Farallon, we value diverse perspectives and encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.