Biologist (Mid-level)
Job Type
Full-time
About the role
Looking to take your biology career to the next level? HELIX Environmental Planning (HELIX) is growing in Northern California, and we’re seeking a talented mid-level Biologist to join our Biology team. This Biologist role is ideal for an experienced professional who thrives in the field, enjoys technical writing, and wants to play a meaningful role in environmental stewardship across diverse projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead or assist with biological surveys, vegetation mapping, and jurisdictional delineations
- Conduct and lead construction and restoration monitoring
- Prepare and review biological technical reports and CEQA/NEPA documentation
- Support wetland permit applications and regulatory coordination
- Maintain accurate field notes, maps, and project documentation
- Aid in proposals, business development, and project delivery
- Travel overnight occasionally as required
Requirements
- Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, botany, or related environmental science
- 5+ years of professional biology experience, including 2+ years in Northern California
- Experience with environmental consulting and independent biological assessments
- Strong technical writing and communication skills
- Ability to hike long distances in varying terrain and conditions
- Valid California Driver’s License and ability for overnight travel
Preferred Requirements
- Floristic and special-status species survey experience in Northern California
- Proficiency with the Jepson Manual and taxonomic keys
- Wetland delineation and restoration experience
- Relevant certifications (e.g., ISA Arborist, Wetland certifications)
- Agency coordination and field team leadership experience
Benefits
The Biologist role offers challenge, variety, and the opportunity to shape meaningful environmental outcomes.
Pay
Compensation: $37–$45 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
The Biologist works both independently and collaboratively, balancing fieldwork, data analysis, and report writing while contributing to project success. The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Qualifications
The Biologist will join a growing Northern California team with opportunities to lead, mentor, and expand technical expertise. Working out of the Roseville office, this Biologist position has the flexibility of a hybrid schedule with 4 days in the office or out in the field and 1 work-from-home day per week.
Skills
The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Benefits
The Biologist role offers challenge, variety, and the opportunity to shape meaningful environmental outcomes.
Pay
Compensation: $37–$45 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
The Biologist works both independently and collaboratively, balancing fieldwork, data analysis, and report writing while contributing to project success. The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Qualifications
The Biologist will join a growing Northern California team with opportunities to lead, mentor, and expand technical expertise. Working out of the Roseville office, this Biologist position has the flexibility of a hybrid schedule with 4 days in the office or out in the field and 1 work-from-home day per week.
Skills
The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Benefits
The Biologist role offers challenge, variety, and the opportunity to shape meaningful environmental outcomes.
Pay
Compensation: $37–$45 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
The Biologist works both independently and collaboratively, balancing fieldwork, data analysis, and report writing while contributing to project success. The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Qualifications
The Biologist will join a growing Northern California team with opportunities to lead, mentor, and expand technical expertise. Working out of the Roseville office, this Biologist position has the flexibility of a hybrid schedule with 4 days in the office or out in the field and 1 work-from-home day per week.
Skills
The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Benefits
The Biologist role offers challenge, variety, and the opportunity to shape meaningful environmental outcomes.
Pay
Compensation: $37–$45 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
The Biologist works both independently and collaboratively, balancing fieldwork, data analysis, and report writing while contributing to project success. The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Qualifications
The Biologist will join a growing Northern California team with opportunities to lead, mentor, and expand technical expertise. Working out of the Roseville office, this Biologist position has the flexibility of a hybrid schedule with 4 days in the office or out in the field and 1 work-from-home day per week.
Skills
The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Benefits
The Biologist role offers challenge, variety, and the opportunity to shape meaningful environmental outcomes.
Pay
Compensation: $37–$45 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
The Biologist works both independently and collaboratively, balancing fieldwork, data analysis, and report writing while contributing to project success. The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Qualifications
The Biologist will join a growing Northern California team with opportunities to lead, mentor, and expand technical expertise. Working out of the Roseville office, this Biologist position has the flexibility of a hybrid schedule with 4 days in the office or out in the field and 1 work-from-home day per week.
Skills
The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Benefits
The Biologist role offers challenge, variety, and the opportunity to shape meaningful environmental outcomes.
Pay
Compensation: $37–$45 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
The Biologist works both independently and collaboratively, balancing fieldwork, data analysis, and report writing while contributing to project success. The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Qualifications
The Biologist will join a growing Northern California team with opportunities to lead, mentor, and expand technical expertise. Working out of the Roseville office, this Biologist position has the flexibility of a hybrid schedule with 4 days in the office or out in the field and 1 work-from-home day per week.
Skills
The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Benefits
The Biologist role offers challenge, variety, and the opportunity to shape meaningful environmental outcomes.
Pay
Compensation: $37–$45 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
The Biologist works both independently and collaboratively, balancing fieldwork, data analysis, and report writing while contributing to project success. The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Qualifications
The Biologist will join a growing Northern California team with opportunities to lead, mentor, and expand technical expertise. Working out of the Roseville office, this Biologist position has the flexibility of a hybrid schedule with 4 days in the office or out in the field and 1 work-from-home day per week.
Skills
The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Benefits
The Biologist role offers challenge, variety, and the opportunity to shape meaningful environmental outcomes.
Pay
Compensation: $37–$45 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
The Biologist works both independently and collaboratively, balancing fieldwork, data analysis, and report writing while contributing to project success. The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Qualifications
The Biologist will join a growing Northern California team with opportunities to lead, mentor, and expand technical expertise. Working out of the Roseville office, this Biologist position has the flexibility of a hybrid schedule with 4 days in the office or out in the field and 1 work-from-home day per week.
Skills
The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Benefits
The Biologist role offers challenge, variety, and the opportunity to shape meaningful environmental outcomes.
Pay
Compensation: $37–$45 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
The Biologist works both independently and collaboratively, balancing fieldwork, data analysis, and report writing while contributing to project success. The Biologist will have the opportunity to be mentored by a principal biologist who specializes in regulatory permitting and mitigation establishment. The opportunity to grow is endless.
Qualifications
The Biologist will join a growing Northern California team with opportunities to lead, mentor, and expand technical expertise. Working out of the Roseville office, this Biologist position has the flexibility of a hybrid schedule with 4 days in the office or out in the field and 1 work-from-home day per week.