AOT Environmental Biologist I - Limited Service
 State of Vermont | |
life insurance, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
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 United States, Vermont, Barre | |
 Aug 05, 2025 | |
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Overview
The Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) Environmental Section is seeking a limited service Biologist to join our team. This role will focus primarily on wetland delineation, natural resource permitting, and other ecological support services across VTrans projects and programs. We are especially interested in candidates with experience in:
This position involves professional-level environmental assessment work, with a focus on evaluating the impacts of proposed transportation projects on wetlands, fisheries, wildlife, and rare or endangered species. You will:
This role is distinct from lower-level biologist positions in both complexity and autonomy. The Biologist is expected to exercise independent judgment and may provide specialized expertise within the Environmental Section. You'll also contribute to the development of agency policy, guidance materials, and public information resources. Most duties are performed in an office setting, but fieldwork and travel to project sites are required. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation may be necessary. Who May Apply
This position, AOT Environmental Biologist I - Limited Service (Job Requisition #53146), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized until 09/30/2026. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs. Environmental Factors
Duties are performed both in a standard office setting and in the field. Fieldwork will require traversing rough terrain, wooded areas, streams, and wetlands. Some evening or weekend work may be required in attending public meetings and hearings. Private means of transportation may be required and must be available. Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in a biological-life science or an environmental or natural resources field AND one (1) year or more of experience at or above a technical level in the field of natural resources, involving wetlands, fisheries, wildlife, or threatened or endangered species. OR Bachelor's degree in a biological-life science or an environmental or natural resources field AND two (2) years or more of experience at or above a technical level in the field of natural resources, involving wetlands, fisheries, wildlife, or threatened or endangered species. Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website. Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden. | |