Biological Permitting Specialist

Amigo Environmental, LLC; California (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Amigo Environmental, LLC is seeking a Biological Permitting Specialist with 5–10+ years of experience in federal and state regulatory permitting to lead and support complex permitting strategies. The role focuses on ESA Section 7 and Section 10, CFGC 2081, and related biology for utility and development projects.

You will prepare biological assessments, coordinate with agencies such as USFWS and CDFW, mentor junior staff, and manage permitting workflows to deliver compliant, timely outcomes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field OR equivalent professional experience.
• Expertise with ESA Section 7 consultations, Section 10 permitting, and CDFW 2081 incidental take permits.
• Strong knowledge of California and federal regulatory frameworks, including NEPA/CEQA biological compliance.
• Proven ability to coordinate with agency staff and clients effectively.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and project management skills.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and willingness to conduct occasional fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Support, lead, and manage endangered species permitting efforts under ESA Section 7 and Section 10, and CDFW 2081 incidental take permits.
• Prepare and oversee biological assessments, habitat evaluations, and species impact analyses.
• Coordinate with federal and state agencies (e.g., USFWS, CDFW) and clients to negotiate permitting pathways and mitigation strategies.
• Prepare high-quality technical documents, including permit applications, biological reports, and compliance monitoring plans.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical leadership in regulatory compliance and species permitting.
• Track and manage project budgets, deliverables, and schedules.

Skills

ESA Section 7 consultations

Section 10 permitting

CDFW 2081 incidental take permits

NEPA/CEQA compliance

Regulatory coordination

Technical writing

Project management

Fieldwork ready

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or related field OR equivalent experience

Job description

Description: Amigo Environmental, LLC is seeking a Biological Permitting Specialist with 5–10+ years of professional experience in federal and state regulatory permitting. The Biological Permitting Specialist will lead and support projects requiring compliance with the federal Endangered Species Act (ESA) Section 7 and Section 10, California Fish and Game Code (CFGC) Section 2081, and will have experience in biological resources, wetlands, and regulatory permitting, with a strong background in developing and implementing complex permitting strategies.

The successful candidate will help to support complex programmatic permitting efforts for a major public utility client with other opportunities to support residential development, transportation, renewable energy, land planning, monitoring, and habitat restoration clients. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience preparing biological assessments, coordinating with regulatory agencies, and managing permitting strategies for complex infrastructure and development projects.

Responsibilities:

• Support, lead, and manage endangered species permitting efforts under ESA Section 7 and Section 10, and CDFW 2081 incidental take permits.
• Prepare and oversee biological assessments, habitat evaluations, and species impact analyses.
• Coordinate with federal and state agencies (e.g., USFWS, CDFW) and clients to negotiate permitting pathways and mitigation strategies.
• Prepare high-quality technical documents, including permit applications, biological reports, and compliance monitoring plans.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical leadership in regulatory compliance and species permitting.
• Track and manage project budgets, deliverables, and schedules.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field OR equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated expertise with ESA Section 7 consultations, Section 10 permitting, and CDFW 2081 incidental take permits.
• Strong knowledge of California and federal regulatory frameworks, including NEPA/CEQA biological compliance.
• Proven ability to coordinate with agency staff and clients effectively.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and project management skills.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and willingness to conduct occasional fieldwork.

Compensation: This is an exempt, salaried position with an annual base salary of $95,000.00-$145,000.00, commensurate with professional experience.

• We offer comprehensive health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision) and 401(k) retirement plans to all eligible employees.