Field Wildlife or Project Biologist | Part-time, Hybrid CA

Location: Del Mar

About UsAt Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life This Field Wildlife Biologist role involves conducting biological surveys, preparing reports, and monitoring construction activities to ensure regulatory compliance. The position requires strong field-based decision-making, communication skills, and proficiency with tools like ArcGIS GPS for mapping biological resources.

Job Type: Part-Time/Temporary ( This position is considered temporary and as such there are no associated benefits, but you are eligible for paid time off in accordance with our sick time policy )Pay: $35-$50/hr (based on training, duties, and project type)

Schedule:

This is an as-needed position with a flexible schedule and based on demand with no guaranteed minimum.

Location:

The ideal candidate should be based in or near Victorville, Barstow, Palmdale, or Lancaster, as well as in the northern and eastern regions of Los Angeles, San Bernardino, or Riverside.

This role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

Perform biological surveys, report preparation, data tracking and analysis, construction monitoring, and other services related to compliance with the biological and regulatory requirements associated with the projects.

Biological monitoring duties require in-field decision-making as well as oral and written communication skills.

Duties may include general and focused biological resource surveys, nest surveys and monitoring, habitat restoration monitoring, web-based reporting, and the use of ArcGIS GPS equipment for mapping identified biological resources.

Southern and/or Central California biological field experience required. Training will also be provided as needed.

Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs.

Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts.

Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Your Expertise and Skills These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

BS in biology, ecology, wetland science, plant ecology, or similar fields.

Valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record per company standards1-6 years of professional experience in biological surveys, biological/construction monitoring, or similar field/biological experience.

Proven familiarity with biological resources in Southern and/or Central California with a strength in botany, wildlife biology, and/or wetland ecology.

Basic understanding of FESA, CESA, CEQA, and NEPA.Experience and training with ArcGIS and GPS technologies for large-scale biological resource inventories and conservation planning efforts.

Professional experience with one or more of these species is preferred: desert tortoise, Arroyo toad, red-legged frog, burrowing owl, coastal California gnatcatcher, least Bell’s vireo, desert kit fox, Mohave ground squirrel, San Bernardino kangaroo rat, Stephen’s kangaroo rat, as well as other special-status plant and wildlife species in southern and central California.

Experience with plant and wildlife on Catalina Island and Coastal Zone is preferred.

Professional experience with nest monitoring, construction monitoring and compliance, or habitat…