Field Biologist (on-call)
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AECOM
Oakland, CA (In Person)
Full-Time
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Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description AECOM is seeking a Field Wildlife Biologist (Biologist II) to help deliver California's most critical surface transportation projects in the North Bay Area. We are seeking a motivated individual to join our group of more than 100 environmental professionals in the Bay Area. This position will join our Natural Resources team based in Oakland, CA.
- This is a primary field-based, on-call position, meaning hours will vary based off of project needs.
Qualifications Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, or a related field. 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in construction monitoring, environmental inspection, habitat assessments, and biological surveys. Valid U.S. Driver License is required for this position. Independent travel will be required. Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.Preferred Qualifications:
4+ years of relevant work experience in construction monitoring, environmental inspection, habitat assessments, and biological surveys. Knowledgeable about common and special-status northern California wildlife and plant species. Experience surveying for special-status species that may occur in the Northern San Francisco Bay Area, such as nesting birds, California red-legged frog, California tiger salamander, Foothill yellow legged frog, Northwestern pond turtle, Alameda Whipsnake, Giant garter snake, Swainson's hawk, Burrowing owl, Ridgeway's rail, Yellow billed cuckoo, Snowy plover, Marbled murrelet, Norther spotted owl, Salt marsh harvest mouse, Steelhead, Green sturgeon Delta smelt, Coho salmon, Western bumble bee, Vernal pool fairy shrimp, Valley elderberry longhorn beetle, Monarch butterfly, and others. California Rare Plant identification skills Experience with field data collection tools such as Collector, Trimble units, and others. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively to diverse audiences. Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work extended hours in diverse and challenging weather conditions while maintaining safety standards. Has a positive attitude and is adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment. Additional Information AboutAECOM AECOM
is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle
- from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to work You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects
- both in your local community and on a global scale
- that are transforming our industry and shaping the future.
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