Field Biologist - CEQA/NEPA (Full-Time or Part-Time)

ABOUT YOU
Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive workplace, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, "Yes!" then we have an exciting career opportunity for you.
Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients' decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.
We have over 90 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia and are approaching 3500 employees - all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.
The Environmental Engineering and Consulting team delivers solutions for complex environmental challenges using our regulatory expertise and implementing practical and cost-effective compliance management processes and programs. We address our clients' biggest concerns around permitting, ecoservices, assessment, and remediation. Our highly trained and experienced engineers and scientists, environmental and remediation specialists, geologists, hydrogeologists, biologists, and environmental compliance specialists work with both public- and private-sector clients, delivering turnkey solutions.
A DAY IN THE LIFE
Our Field Biologist position is located in Oakland/Sacramento, CA
As a key member of the team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities, including:

• Perform biological surveys, report preparation, construction monitoring, and other services related to compliance with the biological and regulatory requirements associated with our 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 monitoring, web-based reporting, and the use of ArcGIS GPS equipment for mapping identified biological resources.
  
• California biological field experience is preferred; however, training will be provided as needed.
  
• 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.
  

YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS
To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelors in biology, ecology, wetland science, plant ecology, or similar fields.
  
• 1-6 years of professional experience in biological surveys, biological/construction monitoring, or similar field/biological experience.
  
• Proven familiarity with biological resources in 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.
  
• Professional experience with desert tortoise, burrowing owl, coastal California gnatcatcher, least Bell's vireo, other special-status plant and wildlife species, nest monitoring, or habitat restoration is preferred.
  
• Current/previous USFWS 10(a)(1)(A) Permit and current/previous CDFW Scientific Collecting Permits are preferred.
  
• 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 local travel as needed.
  

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:

• 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 to our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups
  
• Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $30 to $45/ hour, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials, and geography
  
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  
• 401k with a competitive 4% employer match
  
• 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
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 or careers@montrose-env.com for assistance.
MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER
We are a fast-paced, dynamic, and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues and service providers.
Want to know more about us? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun!
Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.
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