Biologist - Desktop Analyst (Field Based) Biologist - Desktop Analyst (Field Based) Environment[...]

Seeds Renewables; Walnut Creek (CA); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life & disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Biologist - Desktop Analyst (Field Based) in Walnut Creek, CA. This full-time, limited-term role involves desktop reviews and environmental constraints analysis for construction sites across Northern California.

The position requires a natural science degree and 2+ years of relevant California habitat experience, with a hybrid work arrangement including one day/week at a local client office. Strong Excel and data-management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BA/BS or Master’s degree in a natural science discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in California habitats, or similar (Northern California experience preferred).
• Hybrid work environment with up to 1 day per week at local client office.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, MS Word, and online data management systems.
• Excellent time management and follow-through skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct desktop reviews for environmental clearance work.
• Perform desktop-based environmental constraints analysis.
• Complete work per ERM’s management system and quality standards.
• Follow processes and identify improvements to benefit the client.
• If in the field, work remotely and independently as required.
• Train and become proficient in the client’s Work Management Systems.
• Comply with ERM’s safety program.
• Possibly conduct ArcGIS-based desktop constraint analysis.
• Work under supervision of a Senior Scientist.
• Understand digitally available resource layers and learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Excel

MS Word

Online data management

Written/verbal communication

Education

BA/BS or MS in natural sciences

Tools

ArcGIS Online

GPS technologies

Job description

Biologist - Desktop Analyst (Field Based)

Job Description

ERM is hiring a Biologist - Desktop Analyst in Walnut Creek, CA. This position focuses on working closely in collaboration with a larger team of natural resources specialists to provide environmental review and constraints analysis of biological and waters resources for various construction sites for a utility sector client throughout Northern California. This is a full-time (40 hours per week), limited-term position with a duration of 1 year and the possibility of renewal.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilize biological and water resource technical and critical thinking skills when conducting desktop reviews for environmental clearance work.
• Perform desktop-based environmental constraints analysis to determine appropriate levels/types of environmental avoidance and minimization measures needed for environmental compliance.
• Complete work assignments in accordance with ERM's management system, format and quality standards.
• Commitment to teamwork and ability to follow established processes and protocols while also confident with identifying process improvements to provide benefit to the client.
• If working in the field, work locations are often remote and requires bio to work independently. Other special status species surveys and monitoring may be required, based on available skills.
• Process Data in Microsoft Excel
• Train and become independently proficient in client’s Work Management Systems.
• Compliance with ERM’s rigorous safety program.
• Biologist may also be tasked with conducting desktop constraints analysis using ArcGIS Online.
• Biologist will work under the supervision of a Senior Scientist.
• Desktop constraint reviews require an understanding of digitally available resource layers and ability to learn quickly in a high-paced environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS or Master’s degree in a natural science discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in California habitats, or similar (Northern California experience preferred).
• Must be able to obtain clearance through client background check to access online system (upon employment).
• Hybrid work environment with up to 1 day per week at local client office.
• Strongly proficient in computer software including Excel, MS word, and online data management systems.
• Excellent time management and follow-through skills.
• Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health & Safety protocols.
• High level written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports.
• Ability to multi-task, maintains flexibility, and works independently with minimal supervision on projects with expedited deadlines.
• Demonstrated attributes to become a strong consultant – team player, eagerness to learn and grow, self-starter who takes initiative, versatile, and service-oriented mentality.
• Working knowledge of sub-meter accuracy GPS technologies and map interpretation skills (e.g., NWI, USGS, aerial photography).
• Must have a strong attention to detail in documentation of work.
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated independent and effective problem solving and decision making skills.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.

Pay Transparency:

For the Biologist- Desktop Analyst position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $74,000 – $96,901, $35.57/hr – $46.58/hr USD , limited-term, non-exempt. An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organization needs. We also may have instances where employee’s fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above. This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/Flexforce employees are NOT bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life & disability insurance to benefits eligible * employees.

*Benefits Eligibility is limited to Regular employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Fixed-Term employees (including Flexforce) who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours a week or more are eligible for a limited benefits package. Casual employees are NOT benefits eligible. See your recruiter for more details.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, determinable, and payable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Thank you for your interest in ERM!

Sustainabilityis our business. As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, ERM partners with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. ERM’s diverse team of 8,000+ world-class experts in over 150 ...