Field Biologist — Surveys & Environmental Compliance (PT)

Bancroft; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Bancroft Construction Services seeks variable part-time Field Biologists in California to conduct biological surveys, construction monitoring and regulatory compliance across diverse habitats. You will support nesting bird surveys, habitat assessments and data collection for projects in multiple counties.

This field-intensive role requires independent work, effective communication with project managers and adherence to environmental permit conditions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or a closely related field.
• Minimum 1 year of professional experience in biological surveys or related monitoring.
• Valid driver's license with reliable vehicle.
• Experience with nesting bird surveys and CEQA/NEPA knowledge.
• Experience using GPS and GIS data collection tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct general and focused biological surveys and habitat assessments.
• Perform nesting bird surveys and monitoring per permit conditions.
• Coordinate with construction crews to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collect field data, photos, GPS points, and daily reports.
• Assist with data entry and management of biological records.
• Interpret permit conditions and agency approvals.
• Travel to project sites within listed counties.
• Communicate field observations and schedule availability.

Skills

Field surveying

GPS & GIS data collection

nesting bird surveys

Regulatory compliance

Valid driver's license

Special-status species knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or closely related field

Tools

Survey123

ArcGIS

ArcCollector

CDFW permit familiarity

Job description

Bancroft Construction Services seeks variable part-time Field Biologists in California to conduct biological surveys, construction monitoring and regulatory compliance across diverse habitats. You will support nesting bird surveys, habitat assessments and data collection for projects in multiple counties.

This field-intensive role requires independent work, effective communication with project managers and adherence to environmental permit conditions.