Desert Tortoise Field Biologist (Field Based)

Environmental Resources Management, Inc.; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

ERM is hiring experienced Desert Tortoise Field Biologists to perform protocol-level surveys in Barstow, Yucca Valley, and Palm Springs, CA. This full-time, 40-hour/week, limited-term role lasts 6 months with potential extension.

Responsibilities include surveys, data collection using Field Maps and Survey123, daily reporting, and collaboration within a large biologist team, often in challenging desert terrain. Travel and weekend/overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• BS degree in natural sciences preferred.
• Minimum of three plus years on projects surveying, monitoring and mitigating target species.
• Desert tortoise survey protocols familiarity required.
• Must be able to work outdoors in desert conditions and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct protocol-level desert tortoise surveys.
• Electronic data collection using Field Maps and Survey123.
• Work as part of a large team of biologists.
• Daily reporting and documentation of field efforts.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Desert tortoise field biology

Field data collection

GPS/map interpretation

Team collaboration

Education

BS degree in a natural science field

Desert Tortoise Council Training (preferred)

Tools

Field Maps

Survey123

GPS devices

Job description

ERM is hiring experienced Desert Tortoise Field Biologists in Barstow/ Yucca Valley/Palm Springs, CA to conduct pre-project protocol-level surveys for desert tortoise. This is a full-time (40 hours/week), limited-term role for a duration of 6 months, extendable.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducting protocol-level desert tortoise surveys.
• Electronic data collection using Field Maps and Survey123 applications.
• Working as a member of large team of biologists.
• Daily reporting.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

REQUIREMENTS

• BS degree in a natural science field of study preferred.
• Minimum of 2 seasons of Desert Tortoise field biologist experience.
• Desert Tortoise Council Training is a plus.
• Minimum of three plus years of projects that surveyed, monitored and mitigated for target species; one year of experience conducting presence/absence surveys for desert tortoise is required.
• Familiarity with desert tortoise survey protocols.
• Ability to work safely outdoors in variable weather conditions and on challenging terrain. Must be able to walk approximately 5km per day in desert conditions.
• Working knowledge of sub-meter accuracy GPS technologies and map interpretation skills (e.g., NWI, USGS, aerial photography).
• Must have a strong attentional to detail in documentation of work.
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills.
• Work schedule may include weekends and/or over-time.
• Desire to work in the field for extended period and maintain a positive attitude.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
• Demonstrated independent and effective problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Pay Transparency

For the Desert Tortoise Field Biologist position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $ 74,825– $96,901, $35.97/hr – $46.58/hrUSD, 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 organizational 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.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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