Keish Inc. · 2 months ago
Field Biologist On Call
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expKeish Environmental is a woman-owned firm specializing in stormwater management, environmental compliance, and construction oversight. They are seeking a Field Biologist (On-Call/As Needed) to conduct biological surveys, assessments, and compliance monitoring for infrastructure projects in California’s Bay Area and Central Valley.
ComplianceEnvironmental ConsultingTraining
No H1B
Responsibilities
Conduct pre-construction surveys for nesting birds and sensitive species
Monitor regulatory compliance (401/404/LSAA permit oversight)
Collect and analyze field data; prepare technical reports
Track and map wetland and habitat acreage
Coordinate with stakeholders, agencies, and teams
Lead educational outreach and training
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, or related field
5+ years of field monitoring experience
Strong report writing, data analysis, and project coordination skills
Must be 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
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship provided)
Reliable transportation to remote sites
Preferred
Species handling certifications preferred
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)
Strong independent work ethic and collaboration skills
Active professional involvement in related professional organizations is desirable
Proactive communicator, collaborator who can take and give direction, provide actionable reports, and work updates
Company
Keish Inc.
Stormwater and Mitigation Compliance Specialists Keish Environmental offers superior sustainability, environmental and stormwater compliance services in the Bay Area.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Rachael Keish
CEO, ENV SP, QSD/P, CASQA ToR
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