Burrowing Owl Biologist & Field Compliance Monitor

Dudek; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dudek is seeking a mid to senior level biologist to qualify as a designated biologist for burrowing owl in the Fresno area of Central Valley California. The role focuses on providing environmental construction and biological resource monitoring on active projects.

The candidate will have Central Valley resources experience, including special-status wildlife, rare plants, and aquatic resources, with duties spanning surveys, monitoring, and compliance reporting.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in environmental science, environmental studies, biology, or related field, or 3+ years field experience.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Experience with burrowing owl surveys and wildlife monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Document compliance levels related to environmental permits.
• Complete construction surveys and focused resource surveys.
• Oversee environmental and wildlife fencing installation and waste management.
• Identify heavy equipment and describe site practices.
• Collaborate with construction teams to develop solutions while ensuring permit conditions.
• Record observations on Dudek platform for reporting.
• Manage weekly workload and coordinate with field schedulers.
• Follow Dudek safety protocols.

Skills

Burrowing Owl experience

Written and verbal communication

Independent work

Field surveys

Education

BA/BS in environmental science or related field

3+ years field experience

Tools

ArcGIS

ArcField Maps

ESRI

Survey123

Job description

Dudek is seeking a mid to senior level biologist to qualify as a designated biologist for burrowing owl in the Fresno area of Central Valley California. The role focuses on providing environmental construction and biological resource monitoring on active projects.

The candidate will have Central Valley resources experience, including special-status wildlife, rare plants, and aquatic resources, with duties spanning surveys, monitoring, and compliance reporting.