Part-Time On-Call Wildlife Biologist

Langan•Sacramento, CA

3d•$34 - $36

About The Position

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 40+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work. Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions. Job Summary Langan is seeking a Biologist to join its collaborative team in Bakersfield, CA . This individual will serve a key function in providing wetland delineations, rare plant surveys, wildlife surveys, restoration monitoring, collecting field data and samples; monitoring construction sites, and compiling data and preparing reports. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work cross-collaboratively across our North American regions as part of a rapidly growing team with a strong project pipeline in contaminated site assessment and remediation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in biology, wildlife, botany, ecology, environmental science or a closely related field
3 to 5 years of biological work experience and field experience
Familiarity with environmental regulations including NEPA, CEQA, and ESA
Experience with federal and state protected species
Experience using GPS units in the field with use of ArcPad, Collector, Survey123 a plus
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities
Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment
Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing

Nice To Haves

Experience with local sensitive species is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Assist with plant and wildlife surveys for habitat assessments, special-status species, and other project requirements
Assist with wetland delineations, jurisdictional determinations, and other aquatic resource surveys using current agency protocols, regionally specific methods, restoration monitoring for ongoing projects and other guidance
Provide biological monitoring and oversight for construction projects, restoration implementation, and restoration maintenance
Research regionally-sensitive natural resources, survey requirements, and reporting needs
Assist with development of environmental permitting packages using data collected in the field by Langan or subcontractors
Prepare reports documenting field investigations and analytical results
Perform stormwater monitoring and reporting
Perform other duties as requested

Benefits

full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave
401(k)/Roth with company match
paid time off including parental and military leave
employee referral and professional license bonuses
educational reimbursement
employee resource groups
flexible work schedules
extensive training
wellness programs
buddy and mentoring programs