Wildlife Biologist (On-Call)

About the role

AECOM is seeking a Wildlife Biologist II to support California's critical surface transportation projects in the Central Coast of California. This is a remote, part-time, on-call position joining AECOM’s Natural Resources team.

Responsibilities

• Biological compliance monitoring during active construction projects.
• Surveys for special-status wildlife and nesting birds.
• Preparation of technical reports documenting findings from surveys and monitoring.
• Preparation of other biological technical reports or permit application packages as needed.
• Manage and maintain strong relationships with AECOM, client, and construction personnel.
• Organize project files and track project schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, or a related environmental science field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in biological surveys and monitoring in California.
• Valid U.S. Driver License is required.
• Independent travel will be required.
• US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledgeable about common and special-status California wildlife species.
• Experience surveying and monitoring for special-status and protected species in Central California.
• Demonstrated proficiency in technical writing with a proven ability to produce clear, concise, and accurate documentation.
• Central Coast California plant identification skills.
• Experience conducting aquatic resources delineations.
• Significant experience supporting transportation projects.
• Experience on projects in California Coastal Commission justification, including experience with ESHA analysis.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively to diverse audiences.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude and adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, or a related environmental science field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in biological surveys and monitoring in California.
• Valid U.S. Driver License is required.
• Independent travel will be required.
• US Citizenship is required.

Additional Information

• At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and taking any fraudulent hiring activity seriously.
• All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
• The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.