Field Biologist (Field Based)

ERM; Carpinteria (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

ERM is hiring Field Biologists to conduct pre-construction surveys and monitoring for large construction projects in Fresno/Tulare, California. The role requires flexibility to adapt to changing work locations and tasks, with strong organizational and communication skills.

The position is full-time (40+ hours/week), limited-term for 3 months with potential extension, and involves remote work, overnight travel, and weekend availability as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology or related discipline preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of Field Biology experience with vegetation ecology, rare plant identification or botany.
• Experience with delineation, wildlife exclusion fences or sensitive areas a plus.
• Familiarity with nesting bird survey protocols and/or bird ID a plus.
• Valid driver's license required; ability to travel to multiple client locations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-construction surveys across the client’s project area.
• Work locations are often remote and require independence.
• Electronic data collection and GPS data accuracy.
• Daily reporting and survey report compilation.
• Compliance with ERM’s safety program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Field Biology

GPS data collection

English/Spanish

Data documentation

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree Environmental Science/Biology

Tools

Fisher

Job description

ERM is hiring Field Biologists to conduct surveys and monitoring for large construction projects in Fresno/Tulare, California. Successful candidates must be flexible and responsive to a changing work environment where schedules, site locations, and tasks fluctuate according to the needs of the project. The role of a field biologist requires technical skills, as well as strong organizational and communication skills. This is a full-time (40+ hours/week), limited-term role with a duration of 3 months, with the possibility of extension.

Responsibilities

• Field biologist position to conduct pre-construction surveys across the client’s project area.
• Work locations are often remote and require biologists to work independently.
• Electronic data collection.
• Handheld and sub-meter accurate GPS data collection.
• Daily reporting and survey report compilation.
• Other duties as assigned or required.
• Compliance with ERM’s rigorous safety program.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology or related discipline preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years of Field Biology with experience in vegetation ecology, rare plant identification or botany is required.
• Expertise with Fisher is a plus.
• Experience with delineation, installation, or maintenance of wildlife exclusion fence, environmentally sensitive areas, no work buffers, or wildlife exclusion zones a plus.
• Familiarity with nesting bird survey protocols and/or general bird identification skills is a plus.
• Experience with San Joaquin Kit Fox (SJKF), California Tiger Salamander (CTS) or Swainson's hawk (SWHA) a plus.
• Ability to work safely outdoors in variable weather conditions and on challenging terrain.
• 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 the documentation of work.
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills.
• Desire to work in the field for an extended period and maintain a positive attitude.
• Willingness and ability to travel with overnight stays possible.
• Flexible availability: willingness to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as needed by the project.
• Demonstrated independent and effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is highly preferred.

Pay Transparency

For the Field Biologist position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $74,825 – $96,901, $35.97/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 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.

Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

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!