Senior Biologist

ECORP Consulting, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80 000 - 130 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Biologist to join their dynamic team in San Diego. This role involves managing complex projects, preparing regulatory documents, and assisting clients with compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management, a strong understanding of environmental regulations, and a passion for conservation. The company values diversity and offers a collaborative work environment, along with numerous professional development opportunities. With a competitive salary range and a commitment to high-quality consulting services, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in environmental science.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Friendly Work Environment

Supportive Team Culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in project management and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of California biological habitats and conservation biology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project management and prepare permit applications.
• Attend client meetings and support senior staff.

Skills

Project Management

Regulatory Compliance

Field Surveys

Strong Writing Skills

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Science

Master’s Degree or PhD

Job description

ECORP seeks a qualified Senior Biologist to assist Project Managers with complex, multi-disciplinary projects in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Key components include managing individual project tasks and providing direction to support staff; completing permit applications and regulatory documents; assisting clients with compliance of regulatory permits and project implementation; attending client meetings; interacting with agency staff; and conducting/managing field surveys as needed. Consulting experience preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist with project management (requires strong organization, ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines).
2. Prepare permit applications and regulatory documents.
3. Assist with review of prepared applications and documents.
4. Prepare project scopes/proposals.
5. Prepare and assist in managing project schedules.
6. Attend project/client/agency meetings.
7. Support senior staff and mentor entry-level and junior staff.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in natural science, Master’s or PhD a plus.
2. Minimum of 7 years related work experience including project and task management.
3. Demonstrated abilities to work with regulatory processes and agency staff. Must understand the federal Clean Water Act Sections 404 and 401; Porter Cologne Water Quality Act; CDFW Fish and Game Code 1602; California ESA 2081; and ESA Section 7 and 10 processes.
4. Experience with wetland delineations and/or other local flora and fauna field surveys.
5. Knowledge of California biological habitats, species, and general conservation biology/ecology.
6. USFWS/CDFW permits and Memoranda of Understanding a plus.
7. Strong writing skills, effective communication and ability to collaborate with diverse staff.

ECORP’s mission is to consistently deliver high-quality environmental consulting services through outstanding science and timely, creative solutions for our clients, while providing an excellent work environment for our staff. We assist clients with regulatory needs including compliance with the Clean Water Act, California and Federal Endangered Species Acts, National Historic Preservation Act, California Environmental Quality Act, and National Environmental Policy Act. We offer numerous professional development opportunities and a friendly and supportive work environment. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and discover, design, and deliver solutions. Our base full-time annual salary range is $80,000-$130,000. The starting salary is determined by relevant experience, education, certifications/permits, geographic location, internal equity, and market conditions.

ECORP Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.