Associate Biologist On-Call

About the role

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We’re a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.

Responsibilities

• May Include Tasks Such As Desktop review for biological resources;
• Wildlife surveys and habitat assessments;
• Vegetation and botanical inventories;
• Wetland delineations and aquatic assessments (lake and stream);
• Preparing regulatory permit applications;
• Background environmental data reviews, Threatened and Endangered (T&E) and other special-status species record reviews;
• Biological / environmental compliance construction monitoring;
• GPS data collection and mapping support;
• ArcGIS online mapping and data collection applications (e.g., Field Maps, Survey 123);
• Recording, entering, organizing, managing, and analyzing data;
• Assisting with preparation of written reports, tables, spreadsheets, databases, and maps for client and regulatory agency review.

Qualifications

• Strong background, knowledge, and experience with the flora, fauna, and vegetative communities of southern California;
• Experience in conducting floristic botanical surveys, reconnaissance wildlife surveys, and species-specific protocol surveys;
• Possession of a California Scientific Collecting Permit, State Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and federal Recovery Permit for special-status species will be considered a plus;
• Wetland delineation training certificate or equivalent experience will be considered a plus;
• The ability to solve problems using critical thinking and to complete tasks with consideration to the safety of the team;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including exceptional MS Office skills;
• Strong note-taking skills and attention to detail;
• Experience working well in a team atmosphere and independently as required;
• Working understanding of policies and procedures for Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE), including client-specific training as required;
• Working knowledge of field methods and T&E species protocol surveys;
• Conscientious, organized, and disciplined nature;
• Good driving record and valid driver’s license;
• The ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen;
• Willingness to travel and conduct fieldwork in potentially remote areas for extended periods.

Education and Experience

• University degree in an environmental (botany, biology, ecology, natural resources, wildlife biology, or related field) discipline;
• Minimum 5 years of experience in natural resource / biological services in Southern California is required;
• Minimum 5 years of experience working for California Utilities is highly desired;
• Experience performing desktop review for biological resources within San Diego County;
• Experience or permitted with at least one (multiple preferred) of the following species/taxa is required: rare plants of southern California, arroyo toad, western spadefoot toad, Stephen’s kangaroo rat, San Diego and Riverside fairy shrimp, Quino checkerspot and Hermes copper butterfly, Crotch’s bumble bee, desert tortoise, burrowing owl, western snowy plover, California least tern, least Bell’s vireo, southwestern willow flycatcher, and/or coastal California gnatcatcher.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range

Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas: $80,300.00 - $116,500.00 Annually
Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas: $86,100.00 - $125,000.00 Annually

Benefits Summary

• Medical, dental, and vision plans;
• A wellness program;
• Health saving accounts;
• Flexible spending accounts;
• 401(k) plan;
• Employee stock purchase program;
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance;
• Short-term/long-term disability plans;
• Emergency travel benefits;
• Tuition reimbursement;
• Professional membership fee coverage;
• Paid family leave.

Travel

Yes

Schedule

Part time