Field Biologist (Field Based)

ERM is hiring Field Biologists to conduct surveys and monitoring for special status species for large construction projects in Southern California. Successful candidates must be flexible and responsive to a changing work environment where schedules, site locations, and tasks fluctuate according to the needs of the project. The role of field biologist requires technical skills, as well as strong organizational and communication skills. This is a full-time (40+ hours/week), limited-term role with a duration of one year, and the possibility of renewal.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Field biologist position to conduct pre-construction special status species surveys across the client’s project area.

• Work locations are often remote and require Biologist to work independently.

• Electronic data collection.

• Handheld and sub-meter accurate GPS data collection.

• Daily reporting and survey report compilation.

• Other duties as assigned or required.

• Compliance with ERM’s rigorous safety program.

REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 2+ years of Biology + Other Special Status Species Experience required. Expertise should include more than one of the following species: San Joaquin Kit Fox (SJKF), California Tiger Salamander (CTS), Swainson's hawk (SWHA).

• Minimum experience requirements for these species are as follows:

  • SJKF – Resume demonstrates ability to differentiate SJKF from sympatric canid species (e.g. course work/training/experience).

  •  CTS – Resume demonstrates ability to differentiate CTS from other salamander and lizard species that may inhabit the area (e.g. course work/training/experience).

  • SWHA – Resume demonstrates ability to differentiate SWHA from other raptors that may in habitat the area (e.g. course work/training/experience). Had identified various age classes and color morphs under supervision of a manager/lead.

• Must have experience with delineation, installation, or maintenance of wildlife exclusion fence, environmentally sensitive areas, no work buffers, or wildlife exclusion zones.

• Familiarity with nesting bird survey protocols and/or general bird identification skills required.

• Ability to work safely outdoors in variable weather conditions and on challenging terrain.

• Working knowledge of sub-meter accuracy GPS technologies and map interpretation skills (e.g., NWI, USGS, aerial photography).

• Must have a strong attention to detail in documentation of work.

• Must have strong organizational and communication skills.

• Desire to work in the field for an extended period and maintain a positive attitude.

• Willingness and ability to travel with overnight stays possible.

• Flexible availability; willingness to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as needed by the project.

• Demonstrated independent and effective problem solving and decision-making skills.

• Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.

• Fluency in English and Spanish highly preferred.

For the Field Biologist position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $74,825 - $96,901, $35.97/hr - $46.58/hr USD, limited-term, non-exempt.  An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.  We also may have instances where employee’s fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above.  This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/Flexforce employees are NOT bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life & disability insurance to benefits eligible* employees.

*Benefits Eligibility is limited to Regular employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.  Fixed-Term employees (including Flexforce) who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours a week or more are eligible for a limited benefits package.  Casual employees are NOT benefits eligible. See your recruiter for more details.

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