As-Needed Environmental Compliance Monitor and Designated Biologist for SJKF, CTS, and CRLF - Merced County

Dudek • Merced, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Dudek is seeking an As-needed Biological Compliance Monitor with experience in the Central Valley, specifically with San Joaquin Kit Fox (SJKF), California tiger salamander (CTS), and/or California red-legged frog (CRLF) to join our Environmental Compliance team. This position will be based out of our Bakersfield office. Dudek is a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our employees are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, or other related field
• 3-4 years' experience construction monitoring
• Surveyed and monitored for SJKF, CTS, and/or CRLF previously on at least one project
• Recorded observations of specified covered species
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment

Nice To Haves

• Previously approved by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Region 4 as a SJKF and/or CTS Designated Biologist (DB)
• Handling and relocation experience of CTS and CRLF

Responsibilities

• Pre-activity Surveys for covered species, including SJKF, CTS, CRLF
• Wildlife exclusion fencing inspections for other covered species
• Excavations of potential covered species burrows
• Coordination with construction staff to understand upcoming construction activities
• Monitor construction activities within covered species habitat

Benefits

• 401(k) plan
• Sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medical benefits (optional, based on hours worked)
• ESOP participation (optional, based on hours worked)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level