Marine Wildlife Field Monitor, Galveston

Hourly, on-site, Galveston and Bolivar area. You must live within commuting distance of Galveston to be considered.

Zara Environmental LLC is hiring Field Monitors to support construction monitoring on the Texas coast near Galveston. This is in-person, on-site observation of marine wildlife during active construction so the project stays in compliance with federal and state environmental regulations, including the Endangered Species Act and the Marine Mammal Protection Act.

Field Monitors conduct visual surveys for marine mammals, sea turtles, and other protected species; document observations; call avoidance or shutdown protocols when required; and keep accurate field logs and monitoring equipment in working order. The work happens in a dynamic coastal environment and can mean long hours outdoors in whatever weather the Gulf is serving up that day.

This is not a remote or hybrid position. Monitors must be on site during assigned construction activities and stay in daily contact with the project team by email and phone to report observations, coordinate coverage, and relay compliance issues. Hours follow the construction schedule, so some weeks will be full time and others part time.

This position is a good fit for someone interested in marine biology, environmental science, or wildlife conservation who wants hands-on field experience in a complex coastal construction setting.

Who should apply

  • You live within commuting distance of Galveston. This is a hard requirement. We are not able to consider applicants who would need to relocate or travel in, so please do not apply if you live outside the area.

  • You can commit to variable hours that follow the construction schedule.

  • You can stay attentive and responsive through long outdoor shifts in variable weather.

Minimum requirements

  • High school diploma

  • Experience with biological field studies, wildlife observation, or environmental monitoring. Marine mammal experience is preferred.

  • Familiarity with field equipment and data collection protocols

  • Strong written and verbal communication, since daily reporting is part of the job

Equipment you provide

Field Monitors supply and maintain their own:

  • Binoculars suitable for wildlife observation

  • Reliable computer with daily internet access

  • Reliable, working cell phone

  • Digital camera (a cell phone camera is fine)

  • Microsoft Word and Excel, and the ability to use them

  • Active email account and comfort with standard professional tools (Zoom, Teams, PDF viewers)

How to apply

Use the application form below. Select "Marine wildlife monitor, Galveston area" when asked which profile describes you, and tell us where you live. We do not review applications submitted through Handshake or other job boards; only applications through our form are reviewed.