Permitting Biologist
About The Position
Exciting opportunity for a Permitting Biologist to join Cramer Fish Sciences in West Sacramento, CA! The Permitting Biologist plays a key role in advancing habitat restoration and monitoring projects by supporting the preparation of biological assessments, environmental compliance documents and regulatory permit applications . This position combines technical writing, data analysis, and collaborative project support to help deliver high-quality, science-driven outcomes for clients and regulatory agencies. The role works closely with Project Managers, field staff, and agency partners to ensure projects are in complian ce with regulations , well- documented and executed efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for a biologist who enjoys blending environmental science, regulatory processes, and applied data analysis in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
Requirements
- Experience working with state and federal permitting agencies
- Demonstrated experience producing environmental documents, technical reports, or regulatory deliverables
- Experience supporting habitat restoration, monitoring, or environmental compliance projects
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Proficiency with GIS software (ArcGIS and/or QGIS)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to diverse audiences
Nice To Haves
- Experience preparing or contributing to CEQA/NEPA documentation
- Experience with fisheries, wildlife, or aquatic ecosystem studies (e.g., stream ecology, fisheries biology, limnology)
- Familiarity with QGIS or ArcGIS to produce maps and conduct basic spatial analysis
Responsibilities
- Draft biological assessments and environmental compliance documents, including CEQA and NEPA materials
- Acquire , track, and manage state and federal permits for restoration and monitoring projects
- Conduct technical writing and analysis of project data; summarize, visualize, and present findings
- Develop annual and periodic project reports by following outlines provided by Project Managers, including graphs, tables, and data summaries
- Train and support construction monitors on permit requirements and monitoring protocols to ensure all data is collected thoroughly and efficiently
- Maintain professional relationships with clients and regulatory agencies; attend meetings and distribute project updates
- Attend and present at professional meetings as needed
- M aintain familiarity with relevant scientific and regulatory guidance through research and training
- Participate in occasional field data collection to support project needs
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of project and organizational goals
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for our base employee-only plan and 80% employer-paid coverage for dependents (with additional plans options available)
- FSA or HSA through medical plan options
- Company Provided basic life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
- Employee Assistant Program (EAP) access
- Gym/Wellness Reimbursement benefit
- Company 401(k)-retirement plan with company match and full vesting after one year of service, including access to personalized financial advising
- CFS is a 100% employee-owned company. Our employee stock option plan (ESOP) is a qualified defined contribution plan. Eligibility is after one year of service with an entry date of Jan 1 or July 1
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
