Field Biologist: Nesting Bird Surveys (5-Month)

Environmental Resources Management (ERM); Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Environmental Resources Management (ERM) is hiring Field Biologists to conduct nesting bird surveys and special status species surveys across the Bakersfield to Shaver Lake area in California. The role requires working in remote sites, coordinating with construction crews, and maintaining detailed documentation and data collection throughout the project.

The position is full-time for 5 months with potential renewal.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Avian Biology and other special status species experience is required.
• Fluency in English; Spanish is highly preferred.
• Experience with nesting bird survey protocols is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nesting bird and special status species surveys across field sites.
• Work independently in remote locations and coordinate with construction crews.
• Collect data electronically with sub-meter GPS accuracy and report daily findings.
• Ensure compliance with client requirements and safety protocols.

Skills

Avian Biology

Special Status Species

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

GPS technology

Map interpretation

USGS/NWI

Job description

Environmental Resources Management (ERM) is hiring Field Biologists to conduct nesting bird surveys and special status species surveys across the Bakersfield to Shaver Lake area in California. The role requires working in remote sites, coordinating with construction crews, and maintaining detailed documentation and data collection throughout the project.

The position is full-time for 5 months with potential renewal.