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
- Ability to conduct fieldwork for long hours in sometimes inclement weather conditions, including walking up to 10 miles per day, often in rugged terrain, and be able to carry various types of field equipment and supplies
- Willingness to travel and stay overnight or extended stays
- Ability to use field tools
- Valid California Driver’s license, good driving record, proof of insurance
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship
- 5 years of environmental experience (Preferred)
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Chiropractic insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off such as sick days, vacation days, and certain holidays
Important Details
- Willingness to travel: 50%
About the Company
Area West Environmental, Inc. (AWE) is an environmental consulting firm that works collaboratively with clients to develop pragmatic, technically sound solutions to challenging physical and regulatory issues. AWE has been providing public- and private-sector clients with efficient and responsive environmental assessment, planning, permitting, mitigation, monitoring, and regulatory compliance management services since 2000.
