Biologist Central Coast (on-call)
Core
Conduct field-based biological compliance monitoring, pre-construction surveys, and technical reporting for special-status wildlife and nesting birds during construction projects in Central California.
Role type
Senior IC field biologist (special-status species)
Builds
Biological compliance reports, permit application packages, and survey data for construction clients
Domain
Environmental consulting / Construction / Wildlife biology
Required skills
Biological surveys and monitoring, technical report writing, project file organization, safety plan adherence, driver's license, US citizenship
Preferred skills
California special-status species expertise (Quino checkerspot, Stephens' kangaroo rat, etc.), plant identification, aquatic resource delineation, environmental regulations (ESA, CESA, NEPA, CEQA), translocation activities
Technologies
Field survey equipment, GIS (implied by delineations/mapping), reporting software
Responsibilities
Lead protocol and pre-construction surveys for special-status wildlife and nesting birds, prepare technical reports documenting survey findings, manage relationships with clients and construction personnel, promote safety culture and adherence to Safe Work Plans, organize project files and track schedules
Seniority
Mid-Senior level (4+ years experience)