LA Wildfire Recovery - Mid-level Biologist
LA Wildfire Recovery - Mid-level Biologist
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Job Description
AECOM is seeking an experienced Field Biologist for immediate parttime variable employment in the Los Angeles County region. This role will primarily support LA Wildfire Recovery. This initial assignment is anticipated to be for a period 6 months with the potential to extend. This is a fieldbased remote position requiring the ability to be local on assignments for extended periods (generally on 7day rotations) but linked to a Southern Californiabased office. Candidate must be able to work longfield based days during the rotations (up to 12hours per day). This position could support numerous natural resource projects in the Los Angeles area of southern California with a focus on conducting biological surveys for nesting birds and other sensitive resources.
Other assignments may include vegetation mapping wildlife assessments habitat restoration and/or regulatory compliance and permitting implementation with support from a senior biologist. Training and/or experience conducting nesting bird surveys for species local to southern California is preferred.
The responsibilities of this position could include a subset of those listed below based on relevant experience:
- Conduct wildlife and/or botanical surveys including vegetation and habitat mapping.
- Identify and record native and nonnative fauna and/or flora in the field.
- Conduct specialstatus species surveys following established protocols or guidelines as relevant.
- Avian species identification and avian mortality monitoring.
- Support project including preconstruction surveys and construction monitoring.
- Assist with environmental compliance monitoring.
- Botanical knowledge and ability to evaluate phenology for native seed scouting.
- Oversight of restoration crew work and native seed collection activities.
- Perform other related duties assigned such as coordination with team members scheduling of work etc.
- Conduct restoration vegetation performance monitoring.
- Utilize electronic data collection methods (including GPS); manage interpret and analyze data as needed.
- Conduct monitoring and survey fieldwork as part of a team and alone in inland and desert environments which can include rugged terrain.
- Work under the supervision of a senior project manager or seniorlevel team member.
- Ability to independently manage tasks.
- Ensure assigned tasks stay on schedule and budget.
- Work independently and as part of a team; be innovative and a problem solver.
- Elevate compliance concerns to seniorlevel team members.
- Provide clarification of resource project requirements to the compliance and construction teams.
- Promote safety culture and adherence to Safe Work Plans.
About AECOMs Environment Business Line
Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a welldeveloped worldwide internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industryleading world class environmental firm and we want you to succeed within it. We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.
AECOM is known for our awardwinning technical excellence leadingedge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the worlds most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wideranging environmental problems.
Qualifications :
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelors Degree in related field (biology ecology etc.
- 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in natural resources biology with an emphasis on field work.
- Valid U.S Drivers license is required for this role and safely drive to job sites.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior consulting experience preferred but nonconsultant candidates with relevant experience will be considered.
- Experience conducting biological surveys and/or environmental compliance monitoring and biological construction oversight.
- Field experience with special status species of southern California and knowledge of regulatory requirements.
- Be located in (or willingness to travel to or relocate to) the Los Angeles region.
- Strong leadership and diplomacy skills.
- Thrives independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with mitigation monitoring and reporting programs.
- Experience on constructionassociated transmission and/or utility projects.
- Familiarity with regulatory and permitting requirements under the federal Endangered Species Act California Endangered Species Act NEPA CEQA and the Clean Water Act.
- OSHA40 certified.
- Strong organizational skills and proactive communicator.
- Knowledge of southern California wildlife and plant species.
- Flexible and willing to support multiple projects as needed.
- Team player with excellent listening skills.
- Experience with electronic data collection.
Additional Information :
- Due to the nature of the work US Citizenship is required.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options wellbeing resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public and privatesector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects both in your local community and on a global scale that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cuttingedge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our awardwinning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Parttime
Employment Type
Remote
