Biologist - Desktop Analyst (Field Based)

ERM • Walnut Creek, CA

23h • $74,000 - $96,901 • Hybrid

About The Position

ERM is hiring a Biologist - Desktop Analyst in Walnut Creek, CA. This position focuses on working closely in collaboration with a larger team of natural resources specialists to provide environmental review and constraints analysis of biological and waters resources for various construction sites for a utility sector client throughout Northern California. This is a full-time (40 hours per week), limited-term position with a duration of 1 year and the possibility of renewal.

Requirements

• BA/BS or Master’s degree in a natural science discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in California habitats, or similar (Northern California experience preferred).
• Must be able to obtain clearance through client background check to access online system (upon employment).
• Hybrid work environment with up to 1 day per week at local client office.
• Strongly proficient in computer software including Excel, MS word, and online data management systems.
• Excellent time management and follow-through skills.
• Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health & Safety protocols.
• High level written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports.
• Ability to multi-task, maintains flexibility, and works independently with minimal supervision on projects with expedited deadlines.
• Demonstrated attributes to become a strong consultant – team player, eagerness to learn and grow, self-starter who takes initiative, versatile, and service-oriented mentality.
• Working knowledge of sub-meter accuracy GPS technologies and map interpretation skills (e.g., NWI, USGS, aerial photography).
• Must have a strong attention to detail in documentation of work.
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated independent and effective problem solving and decision making skills.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Utilize biological and water resource technical and critical thinking skills when conducting desktop reviews for environmental clearance work.
• Perform desktop-based environmental constraints analysis to determine appropriate levels/types of environmental avoidance and minimization measures needed for environmental compliance.
• Complete work assignments in accordance with ERM's management system, format and quality standards.
• Commitment to teamwork and ability to follow established processes and protocols while also confident with identifying process improvements to provide benefit to the client.
• If working in the field, work locations are often remote and requires bio to work independently.
• Other special status species surveys and monitoring may be required, based on available skills.
• Process Data in Microsoft Excel
• Train and become independently proficient in client’s Work Management Systems.
• Compliance with ERM’s rigorous safety program.
• Biologist may also be tasked with conducting desktop constraints analysis using ArcGIS Online.
• Biologist will work under the supervision of a Senior Scientist.
• Desktop constraint reviews require an understanding of digitally available resource layers and ability to learn quickly in a high-paced environment.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life & disability insurance to benefits eligible employees.
• Benefits Eligibility is limited to Regular employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
• Fixed-Term employees (including Flexforce) who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours a week or more are eligible for a limited benefits package.
• Casual employees are NOT benefits eligible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level