On-Call Biologist

World Shipping Council

. Perform special status plant and wildlife surveys, nesting bird surveys, vernal pool surveys, and habitat assessments .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeSanta Rosa • California • United StatesJunior💰 $22 - $35 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting biological surveys and monitoring, particularly for California flora and fauna, while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Proficient in utilizing field equipment and GIS applications to support ecological assessments and resource protection.

Highest-signal resume keywords

B.S. Degree In BiologyNesting Bird Survey ExperienceCalifornia Flora And Fauna KnowledgeProficiency With ESRI GIS ApplicationsField Equipment Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Biological MonitoringHabitat AssessmentBotanical SurveyingWildlife SurveyingIdentifying California Bird SpeciesIdentifying California Reptile SpeciesUsing Dichotomous KeyConstruction MonitoringField And Desktop WorkDriving Off-Road Vehicles

Soft Skills

Highly OrganizedMotivatedDependableGood Communication SkillsAbility To Follow Instructions

Tools & Technologies

ESRI GIS ApplicationsArcGISCollectorSurvey123Standard Field Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Scientific Collecting PermitFederal 10a1a Permit

Industry Keywords

California Wildlife RegulationsEnvironmental ComplianceUtility OperationsConstruction ActivitiesField-Based Work

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform special status plant and wildlife surveys, nesting bird surveys, vernal pool surveys, and habitat assessments
Conduct biological monitoring during construction activities to ensure resource protection measures are implemented
Perform mostly field-based work, including long days and single- or multi-day assignments throughout the year
Perform botanical surveys when qualified
Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings
Support and participate in the company's safety and employee ownership culture
Comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures
Travel outside for work
Perform desktop responsibilities as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. degree in biology, ecology, natural resources, and/or a closely related discipline
Strong knowledge of California flora and fauna
Minimum of 3 months previous experience conducting nesting bird and/or special status wildlife surveys
Ability to perform work duties independently and efficiently with short deadlines
Highly organized, motivated, thorough, accurate, dependable, and trustworthy
Ability to interact and coordinate with state, federal, and tribal agencies
Proficiency with standard field equipment and technology
Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors
Ability to work night shifts based on business needs
Ability to identify California bird species by sight and sound
Ability to identify California reptile and amphibian species
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to perform field and desktop work independently
Good communication skills, strong writing and editing skills
Familiarity with typical utility operations and maintenance activities
Familiarity with basic use of ESRI GIS applications, including desktop, ArcGIS, Collector, and Survey123
Excellent navigation skills and good driving record
Experience driving a four-wheel drive vehicle off-road or in rough terrain
Experience in construction monitoring and surveying for nesting birds is a plus
Botanical survey experience and familiarity using a dichotomous key to identify plant species is a plus
Possession of a Scientific Collecting or Federal 10a1a permit is a plus
Experience working around heavy machinery and communicating with construction crews is a plus

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