Field Biologist; Field Based

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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 per 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, including handheld and sub‑meter accurate GPS data.
• Compile daily reports and survey reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.
• Comply with ERM’s rigorous safety program.

• At least 2+ years of Avian Biology and other special status species experience, with expertise in at least one of the following species:
  Kangaroo Rats.
• Minimum experience for Kangaroo Rats:
  Resume demonstrates ability to differentiate Kangaroo Rats from other Dipodomys species (e.g., coursework, training, or experience).
• Experience with delineation, installation, or maintenance of wildlife exclusion fences, environmentally sensitive areas, no‑work buffers, or wildlife exclusion zones.
• Familiarity with nesting bird survey protocols and/or general bird identification skills.
• Experience with San Joaquin Kit Fox (SJKF), California Tiger Salamander (CTS), and 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 GPS technologies and map interpretation skills (e.g., NWI, USGS, aerial photography).
• Strong attention to detail in documentation of work.
• 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, including overnight stays.
• Flexible availability: willing to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as needed.
• Demonstrated independent and effective problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Driver’s License required: requires a valid driver’s license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle due to frequent travel across a large geographic area.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is highly preferred.

For the Field Biologist position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $74,825 – $96,901, or $35.97 per hour – $46.58 per hour 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 and disability insurance to 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. See your recruiter for more details.

You can apply for this role through  or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee. Note that no amount of pay is considered wages or compensation until such amount is earned, determinable, and payable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that is allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion until paid and may be modified at the Company’s discretion, consistent with the law.

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