Are you looking to get a start in environmental consulting? We are always interested in hearing from individuals with relevant qualifications or who are looking to begin their career. We typically have a seasonal demand for people with experience or interest in rangeland ecology, forestry, soils, wildfire mitigation, watershed management, wetland ecology and natural resource management.
Applicants should have resource knowledge and strong communication skills and should be permanent resident of the Front Range (Fort Collins south to Colorado Springs) of Colorado.
We also provide internship opportunities to bridge the gap between education and employment for motivated natural resource professionals. Submit a cover letter and your LinkedIn Profile via Contact Us.
Current Job Openings
Part-time Forester for Inventory Work
BMEC is hiring an inventory forester for projects in Larimer, Boulder and Jefferson Counties. Work is flexible and on an as needed basis. Must have a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Forestry. Prior inventory experience preferred. Must be dependable, in good physical condition and capable of working alone in remote settings. Work will be intermittent in nature through the summer and fall.
This is a great opportunity to gain practice, applied experience in forestry without the commitment of full-time employment. Work is on contract on a part-time basis. There are no benefits.
This position allows for excellent work/life balance with the opportunity to set a flexible schedule.
Compensation ranges from $25-35/hour. Position will remain open until filled.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in forestry
Skills/Experience
- Priori forest inventory experience preferred
- Ability to hike in rugged forest and work remotely on independent basis
To Apply
Send your resume and cover letter to Matt Tobler at matt@bluemountainenvironmental.com.
Wildfire Consultant - Part Time
Blue Mountain Environmental Consulting (BMEC) seeks a part-time/hourly independent contractor residing in the northern Front Range of Colorado (Denver – Fort Collins) specializing in wildfire and forestry management. This position offers flexible hours and a work load that varies seasonally. Contractors will be able to set their own work schedule and experience a broad array of environmental work.
BMEC is a tightly knit team dedicated to resource management, wildfire mitigation, forestry management, and education and outreach. We are seeking mid-level professionals capable of conducting site visits, conducting analysis, developing reports, participating in stakeholder engagement and concurrently managing multiple projects. Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Hourly rate via contract of $50-60/hour, commensurate with experience.
Deadline for Applications: November 18, 2022
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in wildland fire management, forestry, natural resources, public administration, watershed or a closely related field.
Skills/Experience
- 5 – 10 years of experience in the wildfire field
- 5 – 10 years of experience with applied wildland fire suppression response
- Appropriate certifications through NFPA, SAF, USFS, BLM are recommended
- Experience and knowledge with fire on the landscape
- Stakeholder engagement
- Writing experience
- Report Preparation
To Apply
Send your resume and cover letter to Matt Tobler at matt@bluemountainenvironmental.com.
Part-time Environmental Project Manager and Consultant
BMEC is seeking a mid-level professional capable of conducting field investigations, developing reports, managing projects and creating new business. The ideal candidate can manage multiple projects, supplement in-house technical capabilities and have experience in the private sector. You will collect field data, write reports and develop client relationships. We are especially interested in candidates with advanced writing skills, proposal preparation experience and innovative ideas to expand our business.
This position allows for excellent work/life balance with the opportunity to set a flexible schedule. The workload varies seasonally, with typically less demand in the winter and spring and more in the summer and fall. Hours during winter and spring will range from 10-15 hours per week. During Summer and Fall, 20-25 hours per week.
You will enjoy great flexibility in the scheduling of your work and have the opportunity to experience a broad array of environmental work. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a tightly knit team dedicated to resource management, conservation planning, education and outreach. Occasional field work along the Front Range of Colorado (Fort Collins to Denver) may be required.
Compensation ranges from $35-40/hour, commensurate with experience. Position will remain open until filled.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a natural resources or a closely related environmental field
Skills/Experience
- 10 years of professional experience
- Professional writing and report preparation
- Demonstrated field experience
- Experience with Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
- Project management, business development, marketing experience
To Apply
Send your resume and cover letter to Matt Tobler at matt@bluemountainenvironmental.com.