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Montana

Regional Wildlife Manager

Billings, MT · On-site

... migratory game birds, upland game, furbearers, and threatened and endangered species ... Biology, Zoology, Ecology, Natural Resources Management, or a closely related field from an ...

Audubon

Range Ecologist

Audubon, IA · On-site

$57K/yr

Birds are powerful indicators of our planet's health, acting as sentinels that warn us of ... This position is based out of the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission office in North Platte ...

Calista Corporation

Obtains information on subsistence and sport harvest of fish and game. Arranges field logistics ... scope of biological projects to residents of villages on or near refuse or other public lands.

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On-call Specialist Biologist (Terrestrial or Aquatic)

Rancho Cordova, CA • On-site

GEI Consultants
Civil Engineering Construction • 1 - 5K employees
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$43 - $67/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

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Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

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Job description

Description

Your role at GEI. 
 
GEI Consultants is seeking multiple specialized aquatic and/or terrestrial biologists in our Sacramento office to implement project work in the environmental consulting field. This position requires a specialized level of skill and experience in a range of applications, which may include leading biological surveys in: botany, terrestrial biology, aquatics, fisheries, and/or arboriculture. Specialized experience in one or more of these fields is necessary for this position.  
 
Essential Responsibilities & Duties  
  • Assisting with and/or leading protocol-level biological or arboriculture surveys/tasks, including one or more of the following: wetland delineations, botanical surveys and/or inventories, habitat evaluations, vegetation characterizations, special-status wildlife species surveys, arborist surveys, fish and wildlife species monitoring and/or relocation. 
  • Collecting field data, analyzing data, and preparing technical reports. 
  • Using a GPS to map natural resource features and boundaries (Trimble and/or ArcGIS Field Maps). 
  • Interpreting aerial photography to identify vegetation and/or wetland signatures. 
  • Write survey reports and/or environmental permit applications and/or biological sections for CEQA documents. 
  • Occasional overnight travel is required. 
  • A typical work day consists of an 8-12 hour day, includes irregular hours (20-55 hours per week), and irregular starting and quitting times, in accordance with the requirements of the assigned job. It may also include weekend work, as needed.  
Minimum Qualifications  
  • At least seven (7) years of experience in conducting biological surveys, impact analyses, wetland delineations, environmental permitting, arboriculture surveys, and/or similar activities in California.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in botany, wildlife, biological sciences, environmental sciences or a related field. 
  • Must hold a valid Driver's License and have a clean DMV record and compliance with company safety protocols and procedures are required.
  • Excellent organization and communication skills and experience working independently and as part of a team.
  • Experience with conducting surveys and monitoring for rare plants and/or special-status wildlife species (e.g., giant garter snake, nesting birds, listed fish species, foothill yellow-legged frog, northwestern pond turtle, and/or California red-legged frog).
  • Strong writing skills, including experience writing biological technical studies.
  • Working knowledge of relevant environmental statutes and regulations (e.g., CEQA, NEPA, Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, Fish and Game Code) and associated permits.
Desired Qualifications 
  • Positive, flexible, team-oriented approach, with the willingness and desire to work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team. 
  • Experience conducting field surveys in the Sacramento Valley, San Joaquin Valley, Siera Nevada foothills, and/or San Francisco Bay regions and completing associated documentation.
  • Standard First Aid and CPR are preferred.
  • If specialized in arboriculture, certification from International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or American Society of Consulting Arborists (ASCA) is preferred.
  • Possession of Scientific Collecting Permit is preferred.
  • If specialized in botany, familiarity with documenting voucher specimens and reference populations for large scale projects.
  • Effective time management and follow-through, with the ability to simultaneously work on and lead multiple tasks/projects and meet project deadlines. 
  • Ability to work independently and with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced work environment. 
  • Experience working with clients and managing project schedules and finances. 
      We are GEI. 
       
      Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.  
       
      We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.  
       
      With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.
       
      Employee-owned. Employee-focused.  
       
      As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more.  Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.
       
      GEI’s Total Rewards Package  
      • Market-Competitive Compensation
      • Pay Range For This Position: $43.00 – $67.00/hour 
      • Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
      • Rewards and Recognition
      • A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
      • For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available
      • And More…
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      (33-66% of day)
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      (67-100% of day)
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