Remote Field Biologist — Special Status Species (Coast)

AECOM Corporation; San Luis Obispo (CA); Remote; USD 58,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

AECOM seeks a part-time Authorized Special Status Species Field Biologist for Central California, including Santa Maria region. The role is field-based, remote, and on-call, requiring local availability for extended field assignments.

Responsibilities include conducting surveys for special-status wildlife, preparing technical reports, and supporting permit applications. Prior experience in central California wildlife surveys is essential; US citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, or a related field.
• 4+ years of relevant field experience in central California.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass MVR check.
• US Citizenship required due to project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Biological compliance monitoring during active construction projects.
• Lead protocol and pre-construction surveys for special-status wildlife and nesting birds.
• Prepare technical reports documenting survey findings and monitoring results.
• Prepare permit packages and related biological technical reports as needed.
• Maintain relationships with clients, construction personnel, and project teams.
• Organize project files and track schedules; promote safety adherence.

Skills

Biology fieldwork

Wildlife surveys

Technical writing

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

AECOM seeks a part-time Authorized Special Status Species Field Biologist for Central California, including Santa Maria region. The role is field-based, remote, and on-call, requiring local availability for extended field assignments.

Responsibilities include conducting surveys for special-status wildlife, preparing technical reports, and supporting permit applications. Prior experience in central California wildlife surveys is essential; US citizenship is required.