Environmental Inspector​/Biological Monitor

Insignia Environmental (Insignia) is a collaborative, fast-paced growing environmental consulting firm full of bright, motivated employees. Our services are focused on the unique needs of energy projects, including renewables, electricity, and gas. We pride ourselves on being solution-oriented and go beyond traditional environmental review and permitting to leverage innovative concepts and technology to deliver results for our clients. Our reputation in the industry precedes us, and we are extremely proud of it!

At Insignia, we work hard and take pride in the reputation of excellence that we have earned in our industry. The diversity of our projects ensures that employees are appropriately challenged and continually learning new things. We are looking for employees who strive to be the best in their field and enjoy exchanging knowledge in an interactive environment.

Insignia is looking to fill an opening for an Environmental Inspector/Biological Monitor in the San Francisco Bay Area (Peninsula and South Bay) who will embody Insignia’s vision to be our clients’ most trusted partner, always delivering excellence with integrity. This full-time position may require working up to 12 hours per day and 5 to 6 days per week for 4 to 5 months or more beginning in early September.

The project includes extensive work in salt marsh habitat.

• Conduct pre-construction surveys for sensitive and rare species, including California Ridgway’s rail (Rallus obsoletus obsoletus) and salt marsh harvest mouse (Reithrodontomys raviventris).
• Conduct fieldwork as needed to prepare deliverables including vegetation surveys, habitat assessments, and related studies.
• Perform construction monitoring and ensure compliance with environmental measures.
• Prepare written reports, letters, permit applications, training programs, and other deliverables as assigned.
• Coordinate production of materials with vendors.
• Deliver trainings and oral presentations.
• Review deliverables to ensure the highest level of quality.

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in biology, ecology, botany, or a related science.
• Previous experience conducting environmental inspections or biological monitoring.
• Working knowledge of regulations pertaining to environmental protection.
• Working knowledge of personal computers, including Microsoft Office.
• Experience with salt marsh harvest mouse preferred.
• Experience with California Ridgway’s rail preferred.
• Experience with western snowy plover (Charadrius nivosus nivosus) and nesting bird surveys preferred.

• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Willingness and ability to travel when needed.
• Willingness and ability to work fluctuating and/or long hours as necessary.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• While prioritizing health and safety, this position requires an individual who is able to walk and hike through varying degrees of difficult terrain. Individuals may also be required to perform their job responsibilities in inclement weather conditions.

• The hourly rate range for this position is $30.00 to $38.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Insignia is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Insignia benefits may include medical benefits and a retirement savings plan.

Insignia may request, for lawful employment purposes, background information about candidates from a consumer reporting agency in connection with employment.

Insignia is an equal opportunity employer. Insignia does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, mental or physical disability, genetic predisposition or characteristics, or any other characteristics protected by applicable state or federal civil rights law.