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Assistant Biologist I
Job Location:
Job Location:
San Jose, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 43 - 43
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
19 September 2026 (20 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
17 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
About US:
Tryfacta is a leading nationally renowned Workforce Management Solution provider for private &public sector firms across the US. We specialize in Healthcare IT Business Support and Professional & Craft/Light Industrial ecosystems.
Founded in March 1996 we have a presence in all 50 States. Tryfacta has Ranked number 1 as one of the fastest-growing companies by Inc. Magazine (Inc. 5000)!
Tryfacta is a leading nationally renowned Workforce Management Solution provider for private &public sector firms across the US. We specialize in Healthcare IT Business Support and Professional & Craft/Light Industrial ecosystems.
Founded in March 1996 we have a presence in all 50 States. Tryfacta has Ranked number 1 as one of the fastest-growing companies by Inc. Magazine (Inc. 5000)!
Job Title
Temporary Assistant Biologist I with a Work with a large mission-driven public agency that supports essential water environmental and infrastructure services for a major metropolitan region
Location
San Jose CA (Onsite)
Assignment Details
Duration: 960 Hours in a fiscal year
Work Schedule: Part-Time: 32-40hrs/week or as needed
Start Date: to be discussed
Pay Rate: $43.60
Work Schedule: Part-Time: 32-40hrs/week or as needed
Start Date: to be discussed
Pay Rate: $43.60
Role Overview
Assistant Biologist I is an entry-level professional biologist role responsible for conducting ecological investigations biological surveys field monitoring and environmental data collection to support the protection restoration enhancement and management of wetlands fisheries wildlife and plant resources. The role supports environmental compliance activities mitigation monitoring and biological assessments for operations maintenance and restoration projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct ecological field surveys biological monitoring and site assessments.
- Perform pre-activity biological surveys and support environmental compliance activities.
- Collect document map and analyze biological and environmental data.
- Assist in implementing mitigation monitoring plans and overseeing habitat restoration activities.
- Evaluate project impacts on sensitive species and habitats and provide recommendations.
- Prepare technical reports biological assessments data summaries and correspondence.
- Conduct literature reviews and research using scientific databases and environmental resources.
- Maintain and operate biological field equipment.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders regarding biological concerns and permit requirements.
- Support operations and maintenance activities while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and permit conditions.
- Work safely in field environments including rugged terrain and remote locations.
Required Experience
- Bachelors degree in Biology Ecology Botany Zoology Fisheries Science Wildlife Management Environmental Science or a related life sciences discipline.
- One (1) year of professional biological fieldwork experience; a Masters degree in a related field may substitute for the required experience.
- Experience conducting biological surveys ecological monitoring field investigations or environmental studies.
- Experience collecting and documenting scientific field data.
- Ability to identify local flora and fauna and assess biological resources.
- Valid drivers license and ability to travel to field sites as required.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and rugged terrain.
Preferred Experience
- Experience supporting stream maintenance watershed management habitat restoration or water utility projects.
- Experience with special-status species surveys and nest monitoring.
- Knowledge of environmental permitting and regulatory compliance.
- Experience using GPS and GIS applications.
- Familiarity with California environmental regulations including CEQA NEPA CDFW USFWS and ESA requirements.
- Experience preparing technical environmental reports and impact assessments
Required Skills
Technical Skills
- Biological survey and ecological monitoring techniques.
- Species identification (flora fauna fish wildlife wetlands and habitat resources).
- Environmental data collection analysis and reporting.
- Scientific research and literature review methods.
- GPS navigation and mapping.
- GIS and cartography fundamentals.
- Environmental compliance and permitting support.
- Quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) of biological data.
- Microsoft Office Suite and environmental data management tools.
- Map interpretation and field navigation.
Soft Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- Attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Problem-solving and sound professional judgment.
- Collaboration and stakeholder coordination.
- Time management and organizational skills.
- Adaptability and willingness to work in challenging field environments.
- Ability to learn complex environmental regulations and biological concepts.
- Self-motivation and accountability.
Education / Certifications
- Bachelors degree in Biology Ecology Botany Zoology Fisheries Science Wildlife Management Environmental Science or a related life science discipline.
- Valid drivers license (where driving is an essential job function).
Preferred Education
- Masters degree in Biology Ecology Botany Zoology Environmental Science or a related field.
- Coursework or certifications related to ecological monitoring GIS wetland science fisheries biology wildlife biology habitat restoration or environmental compliance.
Tryfacta is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based on Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
