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SWCA Environmental Consultants · 1 day ago

Staff Level Biologist - Natural Resources (On Call - Variable Hours)

Santa Cruz, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$22.39/hr - $32.76/hr

1+ years exp

SWCA Environmental Consultants is expanding their natural resources team and seeking On Call Assistant/Staff Biologist candidates for upcoming environmental projects. The role involves conducting environmental inspections, wildlife and vegetation baseline studies, and supervising biological survey crews in the field.

Environmental ConsultingNatural Resources

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conduct environmental inspections, wildlife and vegetation baseline studies (including protocol surveys), nesting bird surveys, wetland assessments, and general habitat assessments

Collect field data, record and identify fauna and flora

Use topographic maps, aerial photographs, GPS units, ArcGIS Field Maps, and other maps and tools to determine exact locations of project areas, habitat types, and associated landforms

Photograph and take detailed notes of habitats, species, and landforms. Operate SWCA vehicles safely, including operation of 4-wheel-drive vehicles on rugged, back-country roads

Follow industry-leading safety check-in and reporting procedures

Communicate effectively with SWCA project managers, construction crews, and other environmental specialists to complete the field work and reporting requirements

Understand project environmental requirements and the applicable laws and regulations protecting biological resources

Complete desktop analyses, web-based database queries, prepare technical reports describing the methods, results, recommendations, and regulatory background for projects

Working independently and as part of a diverse team is critical

Adhering to the safety program and looking out for the safety of others, promptly communicating and mitigating safety hazards

Qualification

Biological survey experienceWildlife identificationField data collectionGIS software proficiencyEnvironmental science degreeReport writing experienceCommunicationOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field required

One (1) year of field experience required

Knowledge of common and special-status state and federal listed California fauna and flora

The ideal candidate will also possess strong wildlife and plant identification

Must have a current and valid driver's license, with the ability to drive multiple types of vehicles, trucks, and 4x4's

Prior experience with GIS software, GPS units/tablets and ability to use technology for data collection

Ability to travel to a location, walk and conduct fieldwork for long hours, sometimes in inclement weather, rugged terrain, often at high altitudes, and ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds is required

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Familiarity with Microsoft Office Word and Excel

Report or other writing experience

Preferred

Stormwater, erosion, and sediment control management experience; including Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and/or Water Pollution Control Plans (WPCPs) implementation experience

Two years or field seasons of experience completing biological surveys, fieldwork, habitat assessments, wetland delineations, and/or construction monitoring

Botanical and wetland delineation experience

Ornithologists with bird identification and nest searching experience; rail, raptor and other birds of prey experience a plus

Company

SWCA Environmental Consultants

Glassdoor3.8

SWCA is an environmental consulting firm.

Founded in 1981

Phoenix, Arizona, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.swca.com/

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