Endangered Species Biologist—NOAA

STATUS

Professional established position.

JOB SUMMARY

ABR is seeking biologists to provide scientific analysis, regulatory documentation, and interagency consultation activities to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in Alaska. The ideal candidates will be detail-oriented and communicative professionals experienced with scientific evaluation and preparation of regulatory documents to assess impacts to protected species and habitats.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical assistance to action agencies and applicants

• Analyze, interpret, and synthesize scientific data to assess environmental impacts

• Manage requests for consultation of impacts to threatened and endangered species

• Prepare Biological Opinions, Incidental Take Statements, and Letters of Concurrence

• Review biological assessments, permit applications, and consultation packages

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience, or a Master’s degree, from an accredited college or university in aquatic biology, conservation biology, fisheries management, wildlife management or related field of study.

• Minimum of one year of experience supporting Section 7 consultations under the Endangered Species Act or similar law (e.g. MMPA, NEPA, CWA, MSA).

• Knowledge of the coastal and marine ecology of Alaska.

• Ability to articulate, both in the written word and orally, biological and policy information to nontechnical audiences.

• Proficiency with MS Office and Google Workplace tools

• Ability to work closely with people from diverse scientific and technical backgrounds.

• Ability to work independently and be solution‐oriented and a self‐starter.

• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States is required if selected for hire.

WAGE 

Wage dependent on experience; eligible for full benefits after 3 months of employment.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled. First review begins 20 April 2026.

CONTACT

Please email resume, 3 professional references with phone numbers (prefer previous supervisors), and cover letter specifying dates of availability to jobs@abrinc.com. If you have questions about the position, please contact Adrian Gall (agall@abrinc.com).