Field Biologist; Field Based

ERM is hiring Field Biologists to conduct surveys and monitoring for special status species for large construction projects in San Jacinto, California
. Successful candidates must be flexible and responsive to a changing work environment where schedules, site locations, and tasks fluctuate according to the needs of the project. The role of a field biologist requires technical skills as well as strong organizational and communication skills. This is a full‑time (40+ hours/week) limited‑term role with a duration of 3 months and the possibility of extension.

• Conduct pre‑construction special status species surveys across the client’s project area.
• Work independently at often remote locations.
• Collect electronic data.
• Collect handheld and sub‑meter accurate GPS data.
• Provide daily reporting and compile survey reports.
• Complete other duties as assigned or required.
• Comply with ERM’s rigorous safety program.

• At least 2+ years of Avian Biology plus other special status species experience. Expertise should include more than one of the following species:
  Kangaroo Rats.
• Must have experience with delineation, installation, or maintenance of wildlife exclusion fence, environmentally sensitive areas, no‑work buffers, or wildlife exclusion zones.
• Familiarity with nesting bird survey protocols and/or general bird identification skills is required.
• Experience with San Joaquin Kit Fox (SJKF), California Tiger Salamander (CTS), Swainson’s hawk (SWHA) is a plus.
• Ability to work safely outdoors in variable weather conditions and on challenging terrain.
• Working knowledge of sub‑meter accuracy GPS technologies and map interpretation skills (e.g., NWI, USGS, aerial photography).
• Strong attention to detail in documentation.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Desire to work in the field for an extended period and maintain a positive attitude.
• Willingness and ability to travel with overnight stays possible.
• Flexible availability: willingness to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as needed by the project.
• Demonstrated independent and effective problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Driver’s License
  
  Required:
  
  valid driver’s license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle for frequent travel to client locations.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is highly preferred.

For the Field Biologist position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $74,825 – $96,901 ($35.97/hr – $46.58/hr) USD, limited‑term, non‑exempt. An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue‑based metrics, and business or organizational needs. This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed‑term/Flexforce employees are NOT bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life & disability insurance to benefits‑eligible employees. Benefits Eligibility is limited to regular employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Fixed‑term employees (including Flexforce) who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours a week or more are eligible for a limited benefits package.

Casual employees are NOT benefits eligible.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.