On-Call Biologist

Who You Are

Undergraduate degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a closely related field
3+ years of prior field biology experience, such as wildlife surveys, vegetation sampling, or ecological fieldwork
Self-motivated, physically able to conduct fieldwork in all weather conditions, and able to follow instructions and established protocols
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey scientific information to both technical and non-technical audiences
Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment
Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team
Basic proficiency with business writing, GPS units, mobile data-collection tools, and standard office software
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies
Ability to work schedules that may extend beyond the typical workweek, depending on project needs
Ability and willingness to travel to project sites

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience conducting biological surveys in California or the surrounding region
Familiarity with regional flora and fauna, including identification of special-status species
Experience with wetland delineations, avian surveys, herpetological surveys, or other specialized biological field methods
Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations (e.g., ESA, MBTA, Clean Water Act)

Your Impact

• Assist with multiple biological field surveys and environmental compliance tasks, including:
• Conduct pedestrian surveys for wildlife, vegetation, and sensitive habitats
• Perform habitat assessments, species inventories, and biological monitoring
• Identify and document plant and animal species, including special-status species
• Record field data accurately using standardized biological field forms, including species observations, habitat characteristics, GPS locations, and environmental conditions
• Follow established survey protocols and contribute to high-quality data collection
• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary field team
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company resources and conduct, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies

About the Role

This Opportunity WSP has immediate openings for On-Call Field Biologists to support multiple biological surveys and environmental compliance projects planned in Southern California. This is an on-call, as-needed, temporary hourly position. Candidates local to Southern California are ideal due to work location and scheduling needs, but all qualified applicants will be considered. WSP also has ongoing biological monitoring, habitat assessments, and environmental permitting work in other states with additional upcoming opportunities.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a closely related field
3+ years of prior field biology experience, such as wildlife surveys, vegetation sampling, or ecological fieldwork
Self-motivated, physically able to conduct fieldwork in all weather conditions, and able to follow instructions and established protocols
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey scientific information to both technical and non-technical audiences
Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment
Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team
Basic proficiency with business writing, GPS units, mobile data-collection tools, and standard office software
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies
Ability to work schedules that may extend beyond the typical workweek, depending on project needs
Ability and willingness to travel to project sites

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a closely related field
3+ years of prior field biology experience, such as wildlife surveys, vegetation sampling, or ecological fieldwork
Self-motivated, physically able to conduct fieldwork in all weather conditions, and able to follow instructions and established protocols
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey scientific information to both technical and non-technical audiences
Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment
Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team
Basic proficiency with business writing, GPS units, mobile data-collection tools, and standard office software
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies
Ability to work schedules that may extend beyond the typical workweek, depending on project needs
Ability and willingness to travel to project sites

Skills

Basic proficiency with business writing, GPS units, mobile data-collection tools, and standard office software

Benefits

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

Pay

Expected Salary (all locations): $28.61 - #35.77

Schedule

On-call, as-needed, temporary hourly position

About WSP

ABOUT US WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com

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