Remote Wildlife Biologist — Field-Focused, Part-Time

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Morro Bay (CA); Remote; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Wildlife Biologist II - Field focused for a remote, part-time, on-call position to support California transportation projects. The role emphasizes wildlife surveys, monitoring, and technical reporting, with proximity to Santa Cruz, Monterey, Paso Robles, Morro Bay, and other Central California areas.

Responsibilities include compliance monitoring during construction, bird surveys, and report preparation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, or a related environmental science field.
• 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency in biological surveys and monitoring in California.
• A valid driver’s license is required, with ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check.
• Independent travel will be required.

Responsibilities

• Biological compliance monitoring during active construction projects.
• Surveys for special-status wildlife and nesting birds.
• Preparation of technical reports documenting survey and monitoring findings.
• Preparation of other biological reports or permit packages as needed.
• Manage relationships with AECOM, clients, and construction personnel.
• Organize project files and track schedules.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Field monitoring

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or ecology

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Wildlife Biologist II - Field focused for a remote, part-time, on-call position to support California transportation projects. The role emphasizes wildlife surveys, monitoring, and technical reporting, with proximity to Santa Cruz, Monterey, Paso Robles, Morro Bay, and other Central California areas.

Responsibilities include compliance monitoring during construction, bird surveys, and report preparation.