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As-Needed Field Biologist
DudekCalifornia, CA, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Aug 2025
💰 $90,000/yr($50,000/yr – $90,000/yr)
About the role
Location(s): California
Practice/Department: Biology
Internal Title: As-Needed Biologist
Work Environment: Field
Compensation: $25-45/hourly *
Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.
Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we’ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.
Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.
Learn more about our award-winning culture, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape.
Who You Are
As an employee-owner, you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently.
Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution-oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation.
How You’ll Make an Impact
Dudek is seeking early-career to mid-level professionals to provide as-needed biological surveys. This position will be based at project sites within California. The Candidate would have demonstrated expertise in a specific environmental resource area including but not limited to surveying for biological and aquatic resources and environmental monitoring.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with other Dudek staff and subconsultants to conduct field studies/surveys, including but not limited to the following:
- Vegetation mapping and habitat characterizations
- General botanical surveys and inventories
- Focused surveys and/or habitat assessments for special-status plant and wildlife species
- Aquatic resource delineations pursuant to federal and state requirements to support regulatory permit applications
- Record and take notes of any observations on a Dudek electronic platform to be used for reporting purposes.
- Follow all Dudek and project site safety protocols.
- Travel to Project sites located throughout California.
- Hike long distances in potentially inclement weather/heat and rough terrain.
- Apply a high level of attention to detail and work independently and as a part of a team.
- Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, or other related field; OR a minimum of 1-3 years demonstrated field experience in biological resource management and surveying
- Knowledge of and ability to identify California wildlife and/or plant species
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment
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