On-Call Biologist

• This Opportunity
• WSP has immediate openings for
• On‑Call Field Biologists
• to support multiple biological surveys and environmental compliance projects planned in
• Southern California
• . This is an on‑call, as‑needed, temporary hourly position. Candidates local to Southern California are ideal due to work location and scheduling needs, but all qualified applicants will be considered. WSP also has ongoing biological monitoring, habitat assessments, and environmental permitting work in other states with additional upcoming opportunities.
• Your Impact
• Assist with multiple biological field surveys and environmental compliance tasks, including: + Conduct pedestrian surveys for wildlife, vegetation, and sensitive habitats + Perform habitat assessments, species inventories, and biological monitoring + Identify and document plant and animal species, including special‑status species + Record field data accurately using standardized biological field forms, including species observations, habitat characteristics, GPS locations, and environmental conditions + Follow established survey protocols and contribute to high‑quality data collection + Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary field team + Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company resources and conduct, adhering to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies •Who You Are•+ Undergraduate degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a closely related field + Prior field biology experience, such as wildlife surveys, vegetation sampling, or ecological fieldwork + Self‑motivated, physically able to conduct fieldwork in all weather conditions, and able to follow instructions and established protocols + Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey scientific information to both technical and non‑technical audiences + Proficient self‑leadership with attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment + Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team + Basic proficiency with business writing, GPS units, mobile data‑collection tools, and standard office software + Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies + Ability to work schedules that may extend beyond the typical workweek, depending on project needs + Ability and willingness to travel to project sites •Preferred Qualifications•+ Prior experience conducting biological surveys in California or the surrounding region + Familiarity with regional flora and fauna, including identification of special‑status species + Experience with wetland delineations, avian surveys, herpetological surveys, or other specialized biological field methods + Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations (e.

g., ESA, MBTA, Clean Water Act)

• Compensation:

• Expected Salary (all locations): $27.

55 - $34.43 WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law. \#LI-AB2

• About WSP
• WSP USA is the U.

S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started? WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

• NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

• WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services.

Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.