Wildlife Biologist

About This Role

Working as a Wildlife Biologist, you will conduct comprehensive biological surveys, prepare environmental compliance and permitting documentation, and coordinate with clients and construction crews. This role suits an environmental professional interested in working on projects throughout northern and central California, and occasionally in southern California.

Responsibilities

• Conduct presence/absence and habitat suitability surveys for special-status plants and wildlife, preconstruction surveys, biological and construction monitoring, and regulatory compliance/permitting
• Write wetland delineations, Natural Environment Studies, Biological Assessments, botanical survey reports, and biological permit applications
• Manage project tasks, budgets, and deadlines
• Communicate with project staff, clients, and regulatory agency staff
• Collaboratively work with clients and staff
• Compile and coordinate completion of project proposals, reports, and permit applications
• Conduct background research and database searches for biological studies
• Identify avoidance measures, conduct impact assessments, and mitigation planning
• Comply with all company policies and guidelines

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental Science, or a closely related field (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred)
• Professional environmental experience in California
• Experience with California plants and wildlife, threatened and endangered species surveys, and consulting with state and federal regulatory agencies
• Understanding of state and federal laws and regulations, including but not limited to: California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Clean Water Act, Federal Endangered Species Act, California Endangered Species Act, and California Fish and Game Code
• Positive, flexible, team-oriented approach, with the willingness and desire to work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Good organizational skills, ability to work on multiple tasks; flexibility/adaptability is a must
• Strong time management skills – needs to possess the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines; simultaneously work on and manage multiple tasks/projects
• Self-starter
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, detail oriented, and resourceful
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Solid technical writing ability
• Ability to work hours other than 9-5, if needed (e.g., early mornings, late nights, weekends)
• Self-motivated with a work ethic that incorporates honesty, punctuality, and initiative
• Well-developed interpersonal skills – must work well with all tiers of managers, technical and administrative staff