Biological Monitor​/Field Biologist - Blythe, CA

Location(s):
Blythe, CA
Practice/Department:
Enviornmental Construction Compliance
Work Environment:
Field
Compensation: $/hourly *

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How You’ll Make an Impact
We are seeking entry- and mid-level professionals to conduct biological field surveys and construction monitoring in the Blythe, CA area. Candidates will have some experience with biological survey techniques, a background in biology, a willingness to perform strenuous physical activity in harsh desert climates with uneven and sometimes difficult terrain, problem-solving capabilities, and a desire to learn and work as part of a team.

Preference will be given to candidates that have experience with target species in California including Mojave desert tortoise, burrowing owl, desert kit fox, American badger; or general experience with nesting birds, construction monitoring, reptiles, amphibians and mammals. These candidates have participated in or led/helped lead surveys.

Any candidate must possess the ability and willingness to continually hike in desert climates for days or weeks at a time, use GIS and data collection applications, navigate terrain and drive off road. Having a 4wd and/or high clearance vehicle is a plus.
Duties and Responsibilities

• May be involved with all or a selection of the following, individually or as part of a team:
• Compiling available research data and evaluating applicability to specific project sites
• Vegetation mapping and habitat characterization
• General habitat assessments and surveys for plant and wildlife species
• Construction monitoring
• Wildlife pre-construction surveys
• Use of GIS and Survey
  123 for data collection

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, botany, or related natural resources field, or equivalent experience
• Experience in performing biological surveys, or a willingness to learn.
• Background and/or coursework in biological field methods or biological science
• Ability to hike in harsh desert conditions for many days at a time
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in performing biological surveys for desert tortoise, previous USFWS authorized biologist status or requisite qualifications and experience to obtain authorized biologist status
• Background and/or coursework in biological field methods
• Wildlife survey experience in CA, NV, AZ, and/or NM
• Must demonstrate solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with an interest to learn and grow as a project team.
• Must have a valid…