About The Position

ERM is hiring a Desert Tortoise Authorized Field Biologist to serve as a field contact representative during operations for project efforts in Barstow/Yucca Valley/Palm Springs, CA. This is a full-time (40+ hours per week) limited-term role for a duration of 12 months, extendable.

Requirements

  • Must have appropriate certified training, field survey experience, and handling experience to be approved by USFWS as a Desert Tortoise Authorized Biologist (DTAB) for the project or have been approved as a DTAB previously.
  • Must have sufficient desert tortoise handling experience to be approved to move desert tortoise out of harm’s way under NDOW Special Purpose Permit.
  • Minimum of two field seasons with biological field work.
  • Desert Tortoise experience is required.
  • Ability to work safely outdoors in variable weather conditions and in challenging terrain.
  • Must be amenable to working during night shift as occasionally required.
  • Must have a strong attentional to detail in documentation of work.
  • Must have strong organizational and communication skills and work effectively as part of a large team.
  • Work schedule may include weekends and/or over-time.
  • Desire to work in the field for extended periods of time and maintain a positive attitude.
  • Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
  • Demonstrated independent and effective problem solving and decision-making skills.

Nice To Haves

  • BS degree in a natural science field of study preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Implement Environmental Protection Measures in project-specific Environmental Assessment as related to desert tortoise, special status plants, and migratory birds.
  • Provide on-site training for all personnel on avoidance of take of desert tortoise.
  • Conduct pre-construction bio-clearance surveys for desert tortoise, special status plants, and migratory birds.
  • Move desert tortoises from work areas as needed under NDOW Special Purpose Permit.
  • Conduct protocol level pre-project surveys for desert tortoise.
  • Electronic data collection.
  • Handheld and sub-meter accurate GPS data collection.
  • Daily reporting and survey report compilation.
  • Coordinating with construction contractors, project managers, and resource specialists.
  • Other duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

  • paid time off
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • 401(k)
  • life & disability insurance
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