Seasonal Biological Compliance Monitor

Rincon Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Seasonal Biological Compliance Monitor to assist with biological and environmental compliance monitoring for large and small utility and transportation projects throughout California. Experience with San Joaquin kit fox, California tiger salamander, Swainson's hawk, vernal pool fairy shrimp, and/or California red-legged frog a plus. Seasonal positions have the potential to develop into regular, full-time positions.  

What Do You Get To Do In This Position:

• Monitor regulatory compliance conditions for a range of issues: terrestrial and aquatic biological resources, tree resources, water quality, noise, air quality (fugitive dust), BMPs, mitigation and restoration success, and/or erosion control
• Prepare compliance monitoring reports and preconstruction survey reports
• Liaison between Rincon, our clients, contractors and relevant agencies to ensure projects are compliant with conditions of approval 
• Perform Biological Resource Assessments for species and describe general vegetation types and habitat conditions
• Ability to perform extensive fieldwork on potentially difficult terrain and during adverse weather conditions, often independently 
• Provide other as-needed support to the Natural Resources Team

This Job Might Be For You If You Have The Following:

• Minimum B.A. or B.S. in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, or another related field (candidates with the equivalent in knowledge and experience may also be considered) 
• Minimum 2 years of experience conducting construction compliance monitoring
• General knowledge and experience conducting nesting bird surveys, general wildlife pre-construction surveys, and identifying plants and wildlife of California
• Map reading and field survey techniques
• Experience writing field reports and monitoring logs
• Detail-oriented, resourceful, and strong time management skills
• Experience performing Biological Resource Assessments and describing general vegetation types
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently in the field or part of a team
• Familiarity with Federal and State take permits
• Experience construction monitoring on utility/transportation projects a plus

Desired:

• HAZWOPER certification or willingness to become certified 
• Central Valley and/or Central Coast species experience desired, including one or more of the following: San Joaquin kit fox, California tiger salamander, Swainson's hawk, vernal pool fairy shrimp, and California red-legged frog.
• Previous project approvals for handling and/or monitoring for the species listed above is also desirable.

Rincon Consultants, Inc. is an award-winning leader in providing quality environmental consulting services throughout California. Recognized as the #1 ‘Best Environmental Services Firm to Work For’ by the Zweig Group in 2021. We partner with clients in sectors such as transportation, energy and infrastructure, oil and gas, water, commercial, private development, and government. Our 400 associates in 12 offices located in Northern, Central and Southern California are dedicated professionals who combine their passion with our purpose. If hired, we require proof that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine or have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated.

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