Wildlife Biologist - Field focused (on-call)

AECOM•Santa Barbara, CA

11h•$33 - $41•Remote

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Wildlife Biologist II - Field focused to join our Natural Resources team. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering some of California's most impactful and transformative surface transportation projects. This is a unique opportunity to contribute your expertise in wildlife biology while working on projects that shape the future of California's infrastructure and environmental sustainability. This is a remote, part-time, on-call position that will support our transportation client. Ideally, candidates should be located in either Santa Cruz, Monterey, Paso Robles, Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo, Pismo Beach and Santa Barbara.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, or a related environmental science field.
2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in biological surveys and monitoring in California.
A valid driver’s license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy.
Independent travel will be required.
Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

4+ years of relevant experience.
Knowledgeable about common and special-status California wildlife species.
Experience surveying and monitoring for special-status and protected species that may occur in Central California, such as nesting birds, California condor, California red-legged frog, California tiger salamander, tidewater goby, western pond turtle, Swainson’s hawk, Burrowing owl, Yellow billed cuckoo, Snowy plover, Marbled murrelet, Monterey dusky footed woodrat, Steelhead, Green sturgeon, Coho salmon, Western bumble bee, pallid bat, Smith’s blue butterfly, monarch, and others.
Demonstrated proficiency in technical writing with a proven ability to produce clear, concise, and accurate documentation.
Central Coast California plant identification skills.
Experience conducting aquatic resources delineations is desired but not required.
Significant experience supporting transportation projects is desired but not required.
Experience on projects in California Coastal Commission justification, including experience with ESHA analysis, is desired but not required.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively to diverse audiences.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Has a positive attitude and is adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities

Biological compliance monitoring during active construction projects.
Surveys for special-status wildlife and nesting birds.
Preparation of technical reports to document findings from surveys and monitoring.
Preparation of other biological technical reports or permit application packages as needed.
Manage and maintain strong relationships with AECOM, client, and construction personnel.
Organization of project files and tracking of project schedules.