Field Biologist (Part-time)

Job Description

What we’re looking for:

We are seeking energetic and experienced Biologists to join our team. Experience in wildlife surveying, environmental consulting, construction monitoring, and reporting is preferred.

** When applying, please send a list of species you have worked with, along with any permits and certs you may possess.

** hourly position.

This position will involve fieldwork, construction monitoring, and reporting for projects throughout California. Successful candidates will demonstrate experience with biological surveys, monitoring, data collection, and reporting in support of projects, and working with clients to provide environmentally sound solutions to their challenges.

Experience in the following is a plus: bird identification, construction biological monitoring experience, and experience with BNLLs (Blunt-Nosed Leopard Lizards), San Joaquin Kit Fox, and/or other regulated species in California.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field is preferred, or equivalent experience
• 2 years’ experience performing biological fieldwork, including surveys, habitat assessments, wetland delineations, and/or monitoring of environmental compliance for construction projects; experience in California with nesting birds, giant garter snake, red-legged frog, yellow-legged frog, California tiger salamander, western pond turtle preferred.
• Ability to commute to remote work locations if needed.
• Ability to work as a team member
• Strong technical writing and oral communication skills
• Ability to interact with clients and represent the firm in a highly productive capacity
• Strong data collection and quality control capabilities
• Ability to write detailed daily monitoring reports
• Ability to conduct fieldwork for long hours, sometimes in inclement weather and/or rugged terrain
• Ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds
• Must have a clean driving record and pass a background check
• Specialized botanical, wildlife, or wetland delineation experience is a plus
• Prior experience with GIS software (ArcPad, ArcGIS Online, Collector) is a plus

Are you interested in a career in the environmental consulting field? Please apply by submitting your resume and cover letter explaining your unique areas of expertise. Please also tell us why you’d enjoy a career with Endemic. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Part-Time to Full-Time

Experience:

• Biological fieldwork: 2 years (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

• Multiple locations within California
• Working from home, when not in the field

Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Marina, CA 93933: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Research: 1 year (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location