Bat Specialist / Wildlife Biologist
Thunder Rocks Federal is a tribally owned Small Business Administration (SBA)-certified 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business and a subsidiary of Seneca Nation Group (SNG), the federal contracting arm of Seneca Holdings. SNG is Seneca Holdings' federal government contracting business that meets mission-critical needs of federal civilian, defense, and intelligence community customers. Our portfolio comprises multiple subsidiaries that participate in the Small Business Administration 8(a) program. To learn more about SNG, visit the website and follow us on LinkedIn.
Our team of talented individuals is what makes us successful. To support our team, we provide a balanced mix of benefits and programs. Your total rewards package includes competitive pay, benefits, and perks, flexible work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and performance and recognition programs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, voluntary benefit programs (critical illness, hospital, and accident), health savings and flexible spending accounts, and retirement 401K plan. One of our fundamental principles is to offer competitive health and welfare benefits to our team members, providing coverage and care for you and your family. Full-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefits and paid leave programs. We pride ourselves on our collaborative work environment and culture, which embraces our mission of providing financial and non-financial benefits back to the members of the Seneca Nation.
Thunder Rocks Federal is seeking an experienced Bat Specialist/Wildlife Biologist to support federal natural resource management and environmental compliance programs. The successful candidate will conduct bat surveys, threatened and endangered species assessments, habitat evaluations, environmental compliance support, and technical reporting for federal clients.
This position requires extensive fieldwork, scientific analysis, and preparation of regulatory documentation supporting compliance with the Endangered Species Act (ESA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Sikes Act, and other environmental regulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Conduct bat inventory and monitoring surveys using accepted federal and state protocols.
- Perform mist-netting, harp trapping, acoustic monitoring, and emergence surveys.
- Identify bat species through visual assessment and acoustic data analysis.
- Conduct habitat assessments for federally listed, candidate, and sensitive species.
- Prepare technical reports, biological assessments, survey summaries, and environmental documentation.
- Support NEPA documentation, ESA consultations, and natural resource management planning.
- Coordinate with federal agencies, installation personnel, state wildlife agencies, and project stakeholders.
- Maintain detailed field notes and ensure quality assurance of biological data.
- Assist with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping and spatial analysis.
- Support environmental permitting and compliance efforts.
- Travel frequently to project locations throughout the southeastern United States and other regions as required.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree in:
- Wildlife Biology
- Conservation Biology
- Ecology
- Environmental Science
- Zoology
- Natural Resources Management
- Related biological science
Experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience conducting wildlife or natural resource surveys.
- Documented experience conducting bat surveys and species identification.
- Experience with threatened and endangered species programs.
- Experience preparing technical biological reports for federal or state agencies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Wildlife Biology, Ecology, or related discipline.
- Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), NAVFAC, USACE, USFS, NPS, BLM, or other federal agencies.
- Demonstrated experience with:
- Indiana Bat surveys
- Northern Long-Eared Bat surveys
- Tricolored Bat surveys
- Gray Bat surveys
- Southeastern bat species monitoring
- Experience with acoustic analysis software such as Kaleidoscope, SonoBat, or Bat Call Identification.
- GIS proficiency using ArcGIS or ArcGIS Pro.
- NEPA and ESA compliance experience.
Required Certifications and Training
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
- Current or previous federal/state bat handling authorization preferred.
- Ability to obtain installation access and pass federal background screening.
- Current CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to hike over uneven terrain, wetlands, forests, and remote locations.
- Ability to carry up to 40 pounds of field equipment.
- Ability to work extended hours, including night surveys and overnight travel.
- Ability to climb, bend, stoop, and navigate challenging field environments.
Technical Skills
- Wildlife survey methodologies
- Bat acoustic monitoring technology
- GPS data collection
- Scientific report writing
- Microsoft Office Suite
- ArcGIS/ArcGIS Pro
- Data management and quality control
Desired Competencies
- Strong scientific and analytical skills
- Excellent technical writing ability
- Independent decision-making capability
- Attention to detail
- Strong communication and client-facing skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Commitment to safety and environmental stewardship
Security Requirements
Candidate must be eligible to access Department of Defense facilities and successfully complete any required background checks.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Seneca Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status, veteran status, or other protected class status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training. The Company also prohibits retaliation against any employee who exercises his or her rights under applicable anti-discrimination laws. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company does give hiring preference to Seneca or Native individuals. Veterans with expertise in these areas are highly encouraged to apply.