Field Biologist

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-construction special status species surveys across the client’s project area.
• Work independently at remote sites.
• Electronic data collection.
• Daily reporting and survey report compilation.
• Other duties as assigned or required.
• Compliance with ERM’s rigorous safety program.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology or related discipline preferred.
• Experience with nesting bird survey protocols and/or general bird identification skills.
• Minimum experience with waters/wetland monitoring.
• Strong attention to detail in the documentation of work.
• Effective organizational and communication skills.
• Flexible availability: willingness to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as needed by the project.
• Independent and effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Valid driver’s license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle.
• Fluency in English and Spanish highly preferred.

Pay

The anticipated hourly base pay is $35.97–$46.58 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance
• 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP

About the Role

Field Biologists are hired to conduct surveys and monitoring for large construction projects throughout Central, Coastal, and Southern Regions of California. Successful candidates must be flexible and responsive to a changing work environment where schedules, site locations, and tasks fluctuate according to the needs of the project.

Skills

Technical skills, strong organizational and communication skills, and compliance with ERM’s rigorous safety program are required.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.

Pay & Schedule

The anticipated hourly base pay is $35.97–$46.58 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range.

Qualifications

This is a full-time (40+ hours/week), limited-term role with a duration of 6 months, with the possibility of extension.