Mid-Level Threatened and Endangered Species Subject Matter Expert

TL;DR

Mid-Level Threatened and Endangered Species Subject Matter Expert (T&E/ESA): Supporting energy infrastructure projects through critical issues analyses, environmental review, permit acquisitions, and construction/operation compliance management with an accent on Endangered Species Act (ESA) compliance and effects analyses. Focus on leading ESA Section 7 consultations, drafting regulatory documents (BAs, HCPs, EISs, EAs), and coordinating protected-species survey inputs to anticipate regulatory challenges and drive practical permitting solutions.

Company

hirify.global is a consulting company supporting energy infrastructure projects with regulatory and compliance expertise.

What you will do

• Conduct critical issues analyses and provide technical guidance on species-related risks affecting permitting strategies, timelines, approvals, and execution.
• Lead technical aspects of projects with senior staff by defining technical strategy and maintaining accountability for deliverables and outcomes.
• Perform project reviews and effects analyses to ensure compliance with ESA regulations for federal and non-federal projects.
• Participate in ESA Section 7 consultations (formal and informal) and support interagency coordination.
• Draft key regulatory documents including Biological Assessments (BAs), Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs), Environmental Impact Statements (EISs), Environmental Assessments (EAs), and state permit applications.
• Coordinate with biological field surveyors on survey methods, implementation, and reporting for protected species compliance and permitting.

Requirements

• Location: Must be based anywhere in the U.S.
• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in biology, ecology, fisheries and wildlife, conservation biology, or a related field.
• 3–7+ years of experience as a T&E SME, including consulting experience with ESA Section 7 consultations and ESA compliance due diligence for non-federal projects.
• Experience ensuring compliance with BGEPA, MBTA, and other threatened and endangered species regulations.
• Ability to lead multiple concurrent projects, prioritize competing demands, and respond to urgent, time-sensitive requests.
• Experience with geo-spatial files in Google Earth and ArcGIS Online, plus demonstrated technical writing skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time benefits eligible role with 4 weeks of paid vacation (prorated by start date) and 10 paid holidays.
• Bonus eligible compensation.
• Flexible work arrangement: remote, in-office, or hybrid; remote employees may travel to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events.
• Annual career-related training to support growth in field expertise.
• Medium-sized consulting environment focused on quality, professional integrity, and long-term client/regulatory relationships.

Hiring process

• Submit a completed Application for Employment (cover letter and resume).
• Interview process may include a request for a writing sample.

Location: Anywhere in the U.S.

Salary: $94,800–$127,800 per year