Wildlife Biologist II — Field-Focused, Remote, On-Call

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Employee assistance program

Retirement savings plan

Well-being resources

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

AECOM is hiring a Wildlife Biologist II - Field focused for remote, part-time on-call work to support California transportation projects. The role emphasizes field surveys, reporting, and coordination with clients and construction teams.

Ideal candidates have a biology-related degree and 2 years of relevant California experience, with a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel. US citizenship is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, or a related environmental science field.
• 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in biological surveys and monitoring in California.
• A valid driver’s license is required, with the ability to pass an MVR check.
• Independent travel will be required.
• US Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Biological compliance monitoring during active construction projects.
• Surveys for special-status wildlife and nesting birds.
• Preparation of technical reports to document findings from surveys and monitoring.
• Preparation of other biological technical reports or permit application packages as needed.
• Manage and maintain strong relationships with the client and construction personnel.
• Organization of project files and tracking of project schedules.

Skills

Field work

Biology knowledge

Technical writing

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Job description

AECOM is hiring a Wildlife Biologist II - Field focused for remote, part-time on-call work to support California transportation projects. The role emphasizes field surveys, reporting, and coordination with clients and construction teams.

Ideal candidates have a biology-related degree and 2 years of relevant California experience, with a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel. US citizenship is required for this role.