Montrose Environmental Group · 1 week ago
Field Wildlife or Project Biologist | Part-time, Hybrid CA
Del Mar, CA
Part-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$35/hr - $50/hr
1+ years expMontrose Environmental Group is a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. They are seeking a Field Wildlife or Project Biologist to conduct biological surveys, prepare reports, and monitor construction activities to ensure regulatory compliance.
Environmental Engineering
Responsibilities
Perform biological surveys, report preparation, data tracking and analysis, construction monitoring, and other services related to compliance with the biological and regulatory requirements associated with the projects
Biological monitoring duties require in-field decision-making as well as oral and written communication skills
Duties may include general and focused biological resource surveys, nest surveys and monitoring, habitat restoration monitoring, web-based reporting, and the use of ArcGIS GPS equipment for mapping identified biological resources
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs
Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts
Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
BS in biology, ecology, wetland science, plant ecology, or similar fields
Valid Driver's License and an acceptable driving record per company standards
1-6 years of professional experience in biological surveys, biological/construction monitoring, or similar field/biological experience
Proven familiarity with biological resources in Southern and/or Central California with a strength in botany, wildlife biology, and/or wetland ecology
Basic understanding of FESA, CESA, CEQA, and NEPA
Experience and training with ArcGIS and GPS technologies for large-scale biological resource inventories and conservation planning efforts
Ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines
Ability to work remotely and independently with minimal supervision/direction
Flexibility to adapt to changing document directives and deadlines
Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of computer-aided software (Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, etc.)
Ability to complete and maintain HAZWOPER certification with the 40-hour HAZWOPER environmental health and safety class and annual 8-hour refresher class
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to present to supervisors
Organizational skills and attention to detail
This position can be physically demanding and will require work in various working environments/conditions, which requires that an individual be physically capable of canvassing large project areas by foot on various terrain and potentially in inclement weather
The work environment will vary greatly depending on the nature of assigned tasks
The position may involve travel as needed
Preferred
Professional experience with one or more of these species is preferred: desert tortoise, Arroyo toad, red-legged frog, burrowing owl, coastal California gnatcatcher, least Bell's vireo, desert kit fox, Mohave ground squirrel, San Bernardino kangaroo rat, Stephen's kangaroo rat, as well as other special-status plant and wildlife species in southern and central California
Experience with plant and wildlife on Catalina Island and Coastal Zone is preferred
Professional experience with nest monitoring, construction monitoring and compliance, or habitat restoration is preferred
Current/previous USFWS 10(a)(1)(A) Permit and current/previous CDFW Scientific Collecting Permits is preferred
Benefits
Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
401k with a competitive 4% employer match
Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career
Direct exposure to our industry’s leading experts who are solving the world’s toughest environmental challenges
An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive, and collaborate with talented colleagues
Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups
Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance
A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation
Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans
Company
Montrose Environmental Group
Montrose Environmental was one of the first to see environmental responsibility as not just an imperative but as a strategic asset.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$670.22MKey Investors
Bank of The WestOaktree Capital Management
2024-04-17Post Ipo Equity· $111.45M
2021-04-28Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2020-11-23Post Ipo Equity· $158.77M
Leadership Team
Vijay Manthripragada
Chief Executive Officer
Allan Dicks
CFO
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