Job Description
Rincon Consultants is seeking
as-needed and
full-time Wildlife Biologists and Botanists to join our team! We are looking for candidates with strong field expertise in botany and wildlife biology, specifically within the San Joaquin Valley. The position will involve conducting habitat assessments and surveys, construction compliance monitoring, and providing biological construction support for a variety of projects. If you have a passion for fieldwork and a deep knowledge of Central Valley species and habitats, we encourage you to apply!
Work will occur on-site and in the field between Madera and Merced, CA. Applicants within one-hour driving distance of these locations will be prioritized.
Overview of Key Duties and Responsibilities: - Conduct site assessments, surveys, and habitat evaluations for special-status species and vegetation.
- Perform biological monitoring and provide compliance support during construction activities.
- Identify plant species using a dichotomous key, focusing on San Joaquin Valley botany.
- Survey, monitor, and assess habitats for special-status species, including but not limited to the following:
- California tiger salamander (CTS)
- San Joaquin kit fox (SJKF)
- Blunt-nosed leopard lizard (BNLL)
- Giant garter snake (GGS)
- Valley elderberry longhorn beetle (VELB)
- Western spadefoot toad (WST)
- Western pond turtle (WPT)
- Vernal pool invertebrates (VPI)
- Fresno kangaroo rat (FKR)
- Giant kangaroo rat (GKR)
- Nelson’s antelope ground squirrel
- Special status plants in the San Joaquin Valley
- Prepare compliance monitoring reports, preconstruction survey reports, and other technical documentation.
- Track compliance with mitigation measures and permit conditions, maintaining accurate field reports and monitoring logs.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and provide additional support to the Natural Resources Team as needed.
This Job Might Be for You If You Have the Following: - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biology, botany, ecology, environmental science, or a related field, with at least 5 years of professional biological fieldwork experience .
- Prior approval through the US Fish and Wildlife Service as Designated Biologist, Species Specific Monitor or General Biological Monitor for any of the above listed species in the San Joaquin Valley is highly preferred.
- Expertise in San Joaquin Valley ecosystems, including experience with compliance monitoring, habitat assessments, and species-specific surveys.
- Familiarity with federal and state incidental take permits, regulatory compliance oversight, and mitigation measures.
- Demonstrated experience with the Central Valley species listed above, including survey and monitoring in occupied habitats and securing project approvals.
- Strong technical writing skills, including field reports, monitoring logs, and preconstruction survey documentation.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work in various outdoor conditions and travel regionally.
Rincon Consultants is an award-winning leader in providing quality environmental consulting services throughout California and is recognized as a ‘Best Environmental Services Firm to Work For’ by the Zweig Group. We partner with clients in sectors such as transportation, energy and infrastructure, sustainability, climate change, oil and gas, water, commercial, private development, and government. Our 500+ associates in 13 offices located in Northern, Central, and Southern California are dedicated professionals who combine their passion with our purpose.
The base salary range for this full-time position is $80,000–$126,000, plus a generous benefits program. At Rincon, our salary ranges are based on market median of similar jobs, according to third party salary benchmark surveys. The base pay that is actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Note, this position is also available on an as-needed basis. We are proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package, providing our valued employees with many benefits to enhance their well-being and financial security. Our health benefits include a range of options such as HMO, PPO, HDHP, and Health Savings Account choices, ensuring you have the flexibility to select the plan that best suits your needs.
Additionally, you can enjoy peace of mind with employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance, as well as dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage. We prioritize your well-being by offering three weeks of vacation accrual in the first year, paid sick leave, and paid holidays, ensuring you have ample time off to rejuvenate. Planning for your future is made easier through our 401(k) / Profit Sharing Retirement Plan and bonus opportunities.
Beyond the essentials, Rincon recognizes the importance of personal and professional growth, that's why we provide opportunities for professional development and mentoring. Our commitment extends to the community through Volunteer Pay for a Day, reinforcing the values of social responsibility. Moreover, we go the extra mile with additional perks like Flexible Spending & Dependent Care, Supplemental life insurance, Legal Shield, Identity Protection, Pet Insurance, and much more. Check out more details on our Rincon Consultants webpage here !
Individuals offered employment must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment. Additionally, those hired who may be assigned to federal projects will be subject to further drug testing, including screening for cannabinoids (THC/marijuana), in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and other applicable federal regulations, which take precedence over California state and local laws.
Rincon Consultants, Inc does not accept unsolicited applicant/candidate resumes from search firm recruiters and/or temporary agencies that do not have a signed contract and specified work order with Rincon Consultants. Further, such resumes received will be deemed the sole property of Rincon Consultants and no fees will be paid in the event Rincon Consultants subsequently hires such individual. Rincon Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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