Biologist, Analys II

RECON Environmental is a full‑service environmental consulting firm providing planning, permitting, biological, and cultural resources services throughout the western United States. We are an employee‑owned company with a casual, collaborative, and client‑focused work environment. Our teams support renewable energy, infrastructure, land development, and conservation projects that matter.

We are currently looking to hire an analyst-level biologist to support biological surveys and associated reports on a range of public, private, and federal projects throughout southern California. This position involves conducting fieldwork to identify sensitive biological resources and preparing a variety of biological studies, such as biological technical reports, post-survey reports, and aquatic resources delineation reports. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of biological resources in southern California, and the ability and desire to grow into a position with increasing project management responsibilities.

This is a regular, full-time position based out of our San Diego office.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform biological field studies such as vegetation mapping, aquatic resource delineations, protocol wildlife surveys, nesting bird surveys, and rare plant surveys.
• Serve as a primary author or co-author of environmental documents including biological technical reports, post-survey reports, and aquatic resource delineation reports.
• Coordinate field surveys, including literature/database research, coordination of project logistics, and communication with clients and team members.
• Oversee management of biology-related tasks or projects within budgeted time frame under the supervision of a project director.
• Prepare and maintain field notes and reporting logs documenting field work activities.

Knowledge and Requirements

• 5+ years of experience of relevant consulting or comparable experience.
• B.S. in biology, ecology, environmental science, environmental management, or a closely related scientific field.
• Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and multitask, as well as be able to work in a team environment with a variety of project members.
• Must have knowledge of local habitats and sensitive plant and animal species.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to biological resources, including the Federal and California Endangered Species Act.
• Must be comfortable working in extreme weather conditions. Must feel comfortable doing strenuous hiking and working in remote areas.
• Experience driving 4-wheel-drive vehicle through rough terrain. Requires a valid California Driver’s License.

Desired Qualifications

• Possession of federal survey permits highly desirable (e.g., coastal California gnatcatcher, Quino checker spot and/or other species).
• Knowledge of San Diego Multiple Species Conservation Program and/or Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan.
• Ability to conduct aquatic resource delineations; familiarity with Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, Section 401 of the Clean Water Act, and Section 1600 of the California Fish and Game Code.
• Ability to use Wildnote and Collector/ArcGIS online.

Why Join RECON Environmental?

• ESOP Ownership – become a shareholder and directly benefit from company success.
• Top Workplace  – ranked #5 among small companies in San Diego, with a focus on work/life flexibility.
• Supportive Culture – we value work/life balance, inclusion, and environmental stewardship.
• Meaningful Work – contribute to projects that restore habitats, protect endangered species, and shape sustainable communities.

What We Offer

• Flexible work schedule and supportive environment.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and cover letter with salary requirements to ads@reconenvironmental with ‘Biologist, Analyst II Application’ in the subject line.

Salary $34.00 - $39.00 per hour (DOE)

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