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Desert Tortoise Field Biologists (Field Based)

Elko, NV · On-site

$35.16 - $39.56/hr

This is a full-time (60 hours/week), limited-term role for a duration of 8 weeks in Beatty, NV . RESPONSIBILITIES : * Conducting protocol-level desert tortoise surveys. * Electronic data collection ...

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Desert Tortoise Field Biologists (Field Based)

Elko, NV · On-site

$35.16 - $39.56/hr

This is a full-time (60 hours/week), limited-term role for a duration of 8 weeks in Beatty, NV . RESPONSIBILITIES : * Conducting protocol-level desert tortoise surveys. * Electronic data collection ...

Sarian Solutions

Java Developer- Full time

Montvale, NJ

$53.25 - $69/hr

Company Description Direct Hire(Full time position) with TCS. Position.1: Java/J2EE Developer ... Tortoise SVN) Knowledge in writing Junit and Selenium Test cases Excellent Technical, verbal ...

ERM

Field Biologist (Field Based)

San Diego, CA · On-site

$96K/yr

This is a full-time (40 hours/week), limited-term role for a duration of 6 months, extendable. RESPONSIBILITIES : * Conducting protocol-level desert tortoise surveys. * Electronic data collection ...

ERM

Field Biologist (Field Based)

Los Angeles, CA

$96K/yr

This is a full-time (40 hours/week), limited-term role for a duration of 6 months, extendable. RESPONSIBILITIES : * Conducting protocol-level desert tortoise surveys. * Electronic data collection ...

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Field Biologist (Field Based)

Walnut Creek, CA

$96K/yr

This is a full-time (40 hours/week), limited-term role for a duration of 6 months, extendable. RESPONSIBILITIES : * Conducting protocol-level desert tortoise surveys. * Electronic data collection ...

Ecological Associates, Inc

Biologist

Jensen Beach, FL

$50K - $55K/yr

Support gopher tortoise relocation field activities. * Conduct water quality field sampling in ... The Biologist position is a full-time, salaried, exempt, benefit eligible position. The starting ...

Ecological Associates, Inc.

Biologist

Jensen Beach, FL · On-site

$50K/yr

Support gopher tortoise relocation field activities. * Conduct water quality field sampling in ... The Biologist position is a full-time, salaried, exempt, benefit eligible position. The starting ...

Ecological Associates, Inc.

Biologist

Jensen Beach, FL · On-site

Support gopher tortoise relocation field activities. * Conduct water quality field sampling in ... The Biologist position is a full-time, salaried, exempt, benefit eligible position. The starting ...

Ecological Associates, Inc

Biologist

Jensen Beach, FL · On-site

$50K/yr

Support gopher tortoise relocation field activities. * Conduct water quality field sampling in ... The Biologist position is a full-time, salaried, exempt, benefit eligible position. The starting ...

Naples Zoo Inc

Animal Care Professional - Primates

Naples, FL · On-site

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

The Primate Animal Care Professional position is a full-time position. This position will involve ... tortoise. Under the general direction of the Primate Field Supervisor, this position will be ...

OMS Group

Field Biologist

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$21.63 - $31.25/hr

CRLF, Burrowing Owl, CTS, Desert Tortoise, Kit Fox, preferred. * Required to maintain a Class C ... Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee ...

ERM

Field Biologists (Field Based)

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

This is a full-time (50+ hours a week) limited-term role, with a duration of 2 months and the ... Burrowing owl, Desert Tortoise, and native plant experience preferred. * Ability to work safely ...

ERM

Field Biologists (Field Based)

Scottsdale, AZ

This is a full-time (50+ hours a week) limited-term role, with a duration of 2 months and the ... Burrowing owl, Desert Tortoise, and native plant experience preferred. * Ability to work safely ...

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Desert Tortoise Authorized Field Biologist (Field Based)

Desert Tortoise Authorized Field Biologist (Field Based)

The ERM International Group Limited

Walnut Creek, CA • On-site

$74K - $96K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

ERM is hiring a Desert Tortoise Authorized Field Biologist to serve as a field contact representative during operations for project efforts in Barstow/Yucca Valley/Palm Springs, CA This is a full-time (40+ hours per week) limited-term role for a duration of 12 months, extendable.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Implement Environmental Protection Measures in project-specific Environmental Assessment as related to desert tortoise, special status plants, and migratory birds.
  • Provide on-site training for all personnel on avoidance of take of desert tortoise.
  • Conduct pre-construction bio-clearance surveys for desert tortoise, special status plants, and migratory birds.
  • Move desert tortoises from work areas as needed under NDOW Special Purpose Permit.
  • Conduct protocol level pre-project surveys for desert tortoise.
  • Electronic data collection.
  • Handheld and sub-meter accurate GPS data collection.
  • Daily reporting and survey report compilation.
  • Coordinating with construction contractors, project managers, and resource specialists.
  • Other duties as assigned or required.

REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must have appropriate certified training, field survey experience, and handling experience to be approved by USFWS as a Desert Tortoise Authorized Biologist (DTAB) for the project or have been approved as a DTAB previously.
  • Must have sufficient desert tortoise handling experience to be approved to move desert tortoise out of harm's way under NDOW Special Purpose Permit.
  • BS degree in a natural science field of study preferred.
  • Minimum of two field seasons with biological field work.
  • Desert Tortoise experience is required.
  • Ability to work safely outdoors in variable weather conditions and in challenging terrain.
  • Must be amenable to working during night shift as occasionally required.
  • Must have a strong attentional to detail in documentation of work.
  • Must have strong organizational and communication skills and work effectively as part of a large team.
  • Work schedule may include weekends and/or over-time.
  • Desire to work in the field for extended periods of time and maintain a positive attitude.
  • Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
  • Demonstrated independent and effective problem solving and decision-making skills.

Pay Transparency:
For the Desert Tortoise Authorized Field Biologist position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $74,825 - $Y96,901 $35.97/hr - $Y46.58/hr 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. We also may have instances where employee's fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above. 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 & disability insurance to benefits 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 https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be 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 are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our "boots to boardroom" approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Thank you for your interest in ERM!
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As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our "boots to boardroom" approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

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