Dudek · 1 day ago
Senior Biologist
Mission Viejo, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $150K/yr
12+ years expDudek is a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide with projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments. They are seeking a full-time senior-level Biologist to join their biological resources team, focusing on aquatic resource delineations and permitting while collaborating with staff across California offices.
ConsultingInformation Technology
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Juliette Balga
Responsibilities
Plan and lead aquatic resource delineations
Plan and lead collection of detailed field data, work in remote field locations, hike steep slopes over uneven terrain, and work full days in all types of weather
Prepare and oversee preparation of reports summarizing methodology, field survey results and recommendations
Prepare and oversee preparation of Aquatic Resources Delineation Reports
Prepare and oversee preparation of documents supporting environmental permit applications and CEQA/NEPA aquatic resources evaluations
Prepare scopes of work and cost estimates for aquatic resources delineation work
Manage technical projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely and efficient delivery
Lead, mentor, and support project teams with the goal of maximizing performance and efficiency in the field and with report writing
Mentor and train junior staff in collaboration with other senior staff
Participate in the development of guides and training materials
Represent Dudek and clients in agency meetings and public hearings as a subject matter expert for aquatic resource delineations and permitting
Track and keep abreast of regulatory and delineation protocol changes to ensure compliance with the latest requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, botany, environmental science or related natural resources field
A minimum of 12 years' of experience preparing and focusing solely on aquatic delineations and identifying wetland mapping boundaries using the 1987 US Army Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual and Regional Supplements
Expert-level knowledge of state and federal statutes, regulations, and permitting requirements relating to the Federal Clean Water Act, California Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act, and California Fish and Game Code
Expert-level knowledge of California aquatic resource types and systems; including disturbed and difficult sites in diverse environments (deserts, coasts, mountains, etc.)
Knowledge and applied experience with soil science
Demonstrated experience with management of projects involving complex biological/aquatic resource impact analyses and mitigation planning
Strong written and oral communication skills
Expert-level experience with GPS technologies (e.g, ESRI FieldMaps) for mapping aquatic resources
Willingness to travel throughout California for work, including over-night stays in hotels
Must possess a valid driver's license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment
Preferred
Master's degree in biology, ecology, botany, environmental science or related natural resources field
Leadership and strong ability to work in a collaborative environment
Regarded as an expert in the field and sought out as an instructor and presenter by outside parties
Understanding of delineation process for two-parameter wetlands per California Coastal Commission
Strong customer service emphasis and solution-oriented project delivery approach
Conscientious and detail-oriented with demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail
Exercises good judgment and demonstrates sound decision-making skills
Company
Dudek
Dudek is an environmental and engineering consulting firm providing services to client's projects.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Helder Guimarães
Chief Financial Officer
Eric Wilson
Executive Vice President
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