SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking aProject Level Biologistwith experience in natural resource management and biological studies for our Half Moon Bay, CA office. We are seeking a candidate who is looking to develop or continue a long-term consulting career that combines high-level technical expertise, business acumen and the potential for leadership. Responsibilities may include developing and implementing scientific studies, leading surveys, natural resource planning, staff coordination, project management, and business development. An important aspect of the work will involve staff mentorship and technical review of reports.

It is anticipated that travel, including overnight stays, will be required for this position.This position may at times also require long or abnormal work hours (early start times, night shifts, etc.).Fieldwork will include travel throughout California. Experience throughout the state is not required as multiple on-calls will be hired to cover a wide range of geographies including the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento Valley, North Bay and Northern California Coast.

The Project Level Biologist will have the opportunity to join SWCA’s scientific leadership program, which allows top subject experts to be recognized and rewarded for distinguished productivity and intellectual acumen, to make regular contributions to corporate strategies, and provide input to all levels of the company. It is anticipated that low to moderate travel will be required for the position. This position is a Temporary position. Pay rate will be competitive, based on individual qualifications and experience.

Under this job requisition, we may hire the following job position:

• Assistant Project Biologist - Typically with up to three (3) years of relevant experience and expertise.
• Associate Project Biologist - Typically with up to five (5) years of relevant experience and expertise.
• Project Biologist - Typically with up to seven (7) years of relevant experience and expertise.

Application deadline: Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basis. The application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified suitable individuals, we may close the application process without prior notice. We appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission.

What you will accomplish

• Work closely with a project team to develop innovative approaches to resource assessment that meet client needs and can withstand agency and public scrutiny.
• Take initiative and resolve issues to assure client needs are addressed.
• Coordinate and/or lead biological survey efforts.
• Serve as project manager or technical lead on a variety of biological resource projects.
• Use GPS units, and other maps and tools during fieldwork.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Work closely with SWCA’s other resource scientists, planners, on natural and cultural resource projects throughout the company.

Experience and qualifications for success

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a related field required, Master's degree highly desired.
• At least 3 years of progressively responsible experience in biological surveys and resource management in either the public or private sector.
• Experience of working with scientists, planners, engineers, contractors, and agency specialists.
• Ability to promote SWCAs services internally and externally.
• Experience managing subcontractors and ensuring technical excellence.
• Experience in writing technical reports.
• The ideal candidate will also possess strong wildlife and/or plant identification skills; familiarity with the Endangered Species Act, excellent writing skills, and ability to record accurate field notes required.
• Ability to take initiative, resolve problems and ensure tasks are completed in the most effective manner.
• Ability to work as member of a team and independently to make decisions and complete tasks in the most effective manner. Willingness to learn and grow into increased project-management and supervisorial responsibilities.