Wildlife Field Biologist (3+ yrs exp. surveying CA wildlife req.)
Location: near Concord, CA OR San Joaquin Valley, CA
Salary: $55,000 - $85,000 + Benefits (99% paid-for by company)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Retirement w/ match; Holidays, PTO + Sick days
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Position
Typical Hours: Monday-Friday; generally 40 hrs/week; occasional long days/night/weekends
Travel: Optional / Ideally 25% of the time / within California
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available
Wildlife Field Biologist Description
Our client is looking for a Wildlife Field Biologist to join their small but growing team at headquarters near Concord, CA or remotely from the San Joaquin Valley. You will be responsible for conducting field surveys for special-status and endangered species as well as biological monitoring of construction and excavation activities. Qualified candidates must have at least three (3) years of professional identification, data collection, and survey experience of California’s special-status and/or state/federally listed species, native to the Bay area or San Joaquin Valley, and their habitat requirements. Candidates should be able to work independently and as part of a team in dynamic field conditions, often in remote locations and varying weather conditions and possess a commitment to wildlife conservation, environmental stewardship, and ethical research practices. This is a great opportunity to join a growing company where you will work on unique and exciting projects while gaining valuable field and handling experience in a full-time, permanent position with 99% company-paid benefits and retirement savings.
Wildlife Field Biologist Responsibilities
- Conduct field surveys to assess wildlife populations, habitat conditions, and ecosystem health
- Utilize various survey methods to collect data on target species
- Collect and analyze data on wildlife behavior, distribution, and abundance
- Assist in the development and implementation of wildlife monitoring programs
- Track population trends, assess conservation measures effectiveness, identify emerging threats
- Collaborate on habitat restoration and conservation projects
- Stay current with wildlife conservation research, best practices, and regulatory requirements
- Foster positive relationships with internal team, and external partners and stakeholders
- Raise awareness about wildlife conservation and promote community engagement
Wildlife Field Biologist Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology or a closely related field required
- 3+ years of professional surveying California native wildlife/habitats experience required
- 3+ years of California native wildlife identification and data collection experience required
- Ability to be approved by CDFW as a monitor in San Joaquin Valley or Bay area required
- Valid driver's license required
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Where are you approved by CDFW to be a monitor of species? in the Bay area or San Joaquin Valley?
- Do you have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation?
- Desired salary for a full-time, permanent position (this is not contract work or seasonal work):
Education:
Experience:
- professional surveying California native wildlife/habitats: 3 years (Required)
- California native wildlife identification & data collection: 3 years (Required)
- consulting: 1 year (Preferred)
- California tiger salamanders (CTS): 1 year (Preferred)
- botany/botanical: 1 year (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person