As-Needed Biological Compliance Monitor - Santa Cruz

Dudek • Santa Cruz, CA

289d • $34 - $53 • Remote

About The Position

Dudek is seeking mid-level professionals to provide environmental construction and biological resource monitoring services. This position will be based at project sites located throughout California and the workload is variable. This position is intermittent and predominantly concentrated in the spring and summer months. Candidate would have demonstrated experience in biological resources including special-status wildlife species, rare plants, and aquatic resources. Additional experience in storm water, hazardous materials, air emissions, or noise monitoring is preferred.

Requirements

• Minimum of a BA/BS degree in environmental science, environmental studies, biology or other related field OR at least 3 years of field experience in construction compliance monitoring.
• Ability to complete construction surveys and focused resource surveys.
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment.
• Species Experience Required: Protocol level surveys, monitoring, pre-construction surveys, or handling permits for special status listed species including: California red-legged frog, San Joaquin kit fox, California tiger salamander, Burrowing owl, Large listed branchiopods.

Nice To Haves

• Permits from California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) (SCP or MOU) for Crotch's bumble bee or foothill yellow-legged frog.
• Species survey or monitoring experience with Crotch's bumble bee, foothill yellow-legged frog, western pond turtle, giant garter snake, Swainson's hawk and/or any state or federally listed species.
• Experienced with GPS/GIS mobile applications (ArcField Maps, ESRI, ArcMap).
• Experience with Survey123.
• Preferred experience working at least 3 years in the Santa Cruz area in biological resources.
• Previous approvals from CDFW and/or USFWS as a project approved biological monitor or designated biologist.
• Must demonstrate solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of environmental regulations.
• Highly organized with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with an interest to learn and grow as a project team.
• Certifications in sediment and erosion control.
• Certifications in dust monitoring.
• Proficient in noise monitoring.
• Qualified biologist to survey and monitor for special-status wildlife and plant species.

Responsibilities

• Work with construction crews and project managers to document compliance levels related to associated project environmental permits.
• Complete construction surveys and focused resource surveys.
• Oversee the installation and maintenance of environmental exclusion fencing, wildlife fencing, and material and waste management.
• Familiarity with construction operations and equipment.
• Ability to identify heavy equipment and describe practices occurring at a job site.
• Ability to work collaboratively with construction personnel and project managers to develop solutions while implementing permit conditions.
• Record and take notes of any observations on a Dudek platform to be used for reporting purposes.
• Managing personal workload weekly and communicating with project managers and project field schedulers availability for field work.
• Follow all Dudek and construction site safety protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Discretionary bonuses based on firmwide, divisional, and individual performance.
• Yearly merit review.
• Employee stock ownership program.
• Dog friendly offices.
• Generous vacation package.
• 401(k) plan, sick leave, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for as-needed and part-time employees.
• Additional benefits like medical benefits and ESOP participation for as-needed and part-time employees who meet minimum hours worked.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree