Field Biologist On Call

Position Overview

On Call, remote (8-10 hrs/week, varies by project)
Travel required to project sites for inspections and meetings
Work independently in diverse environments, assessing habitat conditions, monitoring species, and ensuring permit compliance

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-construction surveys for nesting birds and sensitive species
• Maintain regulatory compliance (401/404/LSAA permit oversight)
• Collect and analyze field data; prepare technical reports
• Track and map wetland and habitat acreage
• Cookordination with stakeholders, agencies, and teams
• Lead educational outreach and training

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, or related field
• 5+ years of field monitoring experience
• Species handling certifications preferred
• Strong report writing, data analysis, and project coordination skills
• Able to read construction plans, specifications, estimates, site analysis diagrams, laboratory analytical reports, and site schematics
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Physically fit (carry 30 lbs., walk on varied terrain, work in adverse conditions)
• Highly organized and motivated self-starter with a demonstrated track record of successfully managing and completing multiple concurrent projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CEQA/NEPA biological mitigations
• Wetland Delineation, botanical and/or restoration experience
• Knowledge of California and Federal wetland and regulatory agency permitting processes (401/404/LSAA)
• Valid Construction General Permit Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) certification preferred
• Valid certification as an Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure (ISI) Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) certification preferred

About Keish Environmental

Woman-owned firm specializing in stormwater management, environmental compliance, and construction oversight
Commitment to delivering innovative, cost-effective environmental solutions for major infrastructure and restoration projects