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Job Description
AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Biologist (Biologist II) for immediate full-time employment within our Southern California Natural Resources Group. This hybrid role will be based in our San Diego CA office.
This position would support numerous natural resource projects in the Southern California region with a focus on aquatic resources and hydrology including conducting jurisdictional delineation surveys preparing and coordinating wetlands and waters permit packages and preparing aquatic resource delineation addition the role will include a generalist biological background in wildlife biology botany restoration compliance and/or permitting. Familiarity with the application of CEQA NEPA Clean Water Act (CWA) and California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreements are required. Duties will also include general biological surveys for wildlife plants and/or vegetation electronic data collection and preparation of technical reports. Expertise with electronic data collection along with the ability to work in challenging and rugged terrain and occasional out-of-town travel is required. This position will support multiple project managers on a variety of types of projects including utility military transportation and renewable energy sectors.
The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to those listed below:
- Conduct writing assignments including completing Biological Technical Reports Aquatic Resource Delineation Reports Biological Assessments and/or EIR/EIS sections.
- Prepare and coordinate permitting packages for CWA CDFW CEQA and NEPA permits.
- Perform jurisdictional water delineations in the field and make determinations.
- Work under supervision of senior project managers or senior-level team members.
- Ensure assigned tasks stay on schedule and budget.
- Perform assignments that require background in wildlife and aquatic ecology botany and/or ecological restoration.
- Conduct biological and aquatic survey fieldwork as part of a team and alone in coastal inland and desert environments which can include rugged terrain.
- Identify and record native and non-native fauna and/or flora in the field.
- Utilize electronic data collection methods and manage data as needed.
- Support proposal efforts.
- Occasional travel may be required.
About AECOMs Environment Business Line
Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed worldwide internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading 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 award-winning technical excellence leading-edge 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 wide-ranging environmental problems.
Qualifications :
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in related field (biology ecology environmental science environmental planning etc.).
- 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalnecy of experience and/or education in natural/aquatic resources.
- Ability to perform field work sometimes in remote areas.
- Valid U.S. drivers license is required and must be able to safely drive to job sites.
Preferred Skills/Experience:
- 4 years of relevant experience in natural resources.
- Prior consulting experience is preferred.
- Experience in Southern California and knowledge of the flora and fauna and Southern California strongly desired.
- Experience in biological survey fieldwork including vegetation monitoring utilizing line-intercept transect and/or relev methods.
- Experience supporting proposal efforts.
- Possess knowledge of major state and federal agencies (e.g. USACE USFWS BLM CDFW RWQCB and CCC) and major regulatory frameworks (e.g. NEPA CEQA ESA CESA CFGC CWA and CCA) as well as knowledge of regional conservation planning (i.e. MSCP MHCP MSHCP).
- Regulatory permitting experience related to jurisdictional waters.
- Completion of the Wetland Delineation Course through the Wetland Training Institute.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word PowerPoint Excel).
- Ability to create and maintain tracking spreadsheets and documents.
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team identifying what needs to be accomplished and regularly completing tasks.
- Utilize electronic data collection methods and manage data as needed.
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 well-being 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 private-sector 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 .
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 cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning 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 :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
