[Hiring] As-Needed Environmental Compliance Monitor and Designated Biologist @Dudek

Role Description

We are seeking an As-needed Biological Compliance Monitor with experience in the Central Valley, specifically with San Joaquin Kit Fox (SJKF), California tiger salamander (CTS), and/or California red-legged frog (CRLF) to join our Environmental Compliance team. This position will be based out of our Bakersfield office.

• Pre-activity Surveys for covered species, including SJKF, CTS, CRLF
• Wildlife exclusion fencing inspections for other covered species
• Excavations of potential covered species burrows
• Coordination with construction staff to understand upcoming construction activities
• Monitor construction activities within covered species habitat

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, or other related field
• 3-4 years' experience construction monitoring
• Surveyed and monitored for SJKF, CTS, and/or CRLF previously on at least one project
• Recorded observations of specified covered species
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment

Requirements

• Previously approved by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Region 4 as a SJKF and/or CTS Designated Biologist (DB)
• Handling and relocation experience of CTS and CRLF

Compensation

$42.75-52.25/hourly*

*Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment.

Working Conditions

This job operates in an outdoor or office-based environment and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc.

This job requires project site visits, based outdoors which can include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, and moving vehicles and equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting.
• Employees must be capable of bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 35 lbs. unassisted; 50 lbs in a team lift (two or more employees).
• Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc.
• Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Outdoor activity may involve walking/trekking in uneven terrain over long distances in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time.