Biologist/Ecologist
University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, California, MO, United States
MIG, Inc.
We are seeking an experienced, mid‑level Biologist/Ecologist to join our California biological resources team in our San Jose office. Applicants who reside in the South Bay or Peninsula area will be prioritized. This position is an excellent growth opportunity with flexibility for part‑time or full‑time, depending on the candidate’s preference and availability. It will begin as mostly field‑based to support long‑term monitoring projects, with the potential to incorporate office responsibilities depending on the candidate. MIG supports a hybrid work‑from‑home/remote and in‑office schedule, but some in‑person work will be required to complete project work and for learning and team‑building opportunities.
Responsibilities
Project Work: work individually or with a team on projects focusing on the southern San Francisco Bay Area, possibly throughout California. Topics include:
Biological construction monitoring for special‑status species and habitats
Focused field surveys for special‑status species
Habitat assessments and site surveys in a variety of ecosystems
Focused surveys for special‑status species
Biological Assessments supporting Biological Opinions
CEQA/NEPA biological impact analyses
Caltrans biological documents
Construction monitoring and nesting bird surveys
Jurisdictional waters/wetland delineations and regulatory permitting
Data collection, reporting, and field mapping; report preparation for technical biology reports and CEQA/NEPA documents
Supporting Project Management: as you gain experience, assist with scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and client communications.
Project Types: involved in field work and reporting supporting environmental compliance for public and private‑sector clients, including infrastructure, institutional facilities, parks and recreation, and private development.
Collaborative Teammate: work as part of a cross‑office, cross‑discipline team conducting field surveys, assessments, and preparing biological reports and biological resource sections of environmental documents.
Field work may require some travel, evening, and weekend work, to maintain project schedules or meet deadlines. Excess hours can be offset during the week when possible.
Qualifications
Successful candidate can manage time, competing priorities, think critically, work collaboratively, and maintain camaraderie. Additionally, the candidate has a combination of the following qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in wildlife, ecology, botany, or related natural resources field (Master’s a plus).
Experience for CDFW approval as a qualified biologist, designated biologist, or biological monitor for special‑status species at construction monitoring projects as defined in Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreements and related permitting documents.
Experience in San Francisco Bay Area aquatic and terrestrial wildlife species surveys with emphasis on special‑status species including nesting birds, San Francisco dusky footed woodrat, California red‑legged frog, San Francisco garter snake, western pond turtle, spadefoot, roosting bats, and a variety of fish and rare plant species.
Capability with office and field applications: Microsoft Office Suite and field‑based data collection apps such as ESRI Field Maps, Survey 123, Avenza, or Gaia; and ability to work with various file formats (KMZ, shapefile, PDF).
Relevant experience in environmental consulting, natural resource planning and management, or a closely related field; coordinating project schedules and workflow a plus.
Professional, organized, exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to conduct fieldwork safely in challenging terrain and weather conditions.
Excellent verbal communication and writing skills; able to convey technical information clearly and concisely.
Adaptable teammate, willing to help others but able to work independently.
Job Field
Fisheries
Forestry
Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Water and Soil Resources
Wildlife
GIS/Technology
Policy/Administrative
Community Forestry & Arboriculture
Job Type
Full Time
Location Detail
Berkeley or San Jose, CA
Salary
$50.00-$100.00 per hour
Benefits
MIG values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer; we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Our teams enjoy a flexible work schedule, rewarding environment, creative atmosphere, and opportunities for professional development and career advancement. The benefits program includes paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays, partial cell phone reimbursement, mileage reimbursement, medical, dental, vision, FSA, HRA with employer contributions, and 401K matching.
This full‑time, hourly position is eligible for overtime. The pay range for the full‑time position with benefits is $40–$50/hour, commensurate with location, skills, and experience. The pay range for part‑time positions with no benefits is $50–$100/hour.
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We are seeking an experienced, mid‑level Biologist/Ecologist to join our California biological resources team in our San Jose office. Applicants who reside in the South Bay or Peninsula area will be prioritized. This position is an excellent growth opportunity with flexibility for part‑time or full‑time, depending on the candidate’s preference and availability. It will begin as mostly field‑based to support long‑term monitoring projects, with the potential to incorporate office responsibilities depending on the candidate. MIG supports a hybrid work‑from‑home/remote and in‑office schedule, but some in‑person work will be required to complete project work and for learning and team‑building opportunities.
Responsibilities
Project Work: work individually or with a team on projects focusing on the southern San Francisco Bay Area, possibly throughout California. Topics include:
Biological construction monitoring for special‑status species and habitats
Focused field surveys for special‑status species
Habitat assessments and site surveys in a variety of ecosystems
Focused surveys for special‑status species
Biological Assessments supporting Biological Opinions
CEQA/NEPA biological impact analyses
Caltrans biological documents
Construction monitoring and nesting bird surveys
Jurisdictional waters/wetland delineations and regulatory permitting
Data collection, reporting, and field mapping; report preparation for technical biology reports and CEQA/NEPA documents
Supporting Project Management: as you gain experience, assist with scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and client communications.
Project Types: involved in field work and reporting supporting environmental compliance for public and private‑sector clients, including infrastructure, institutional facilities, parks and recreation, and private development.
Collaborative Teammate: work as part of a cross‑office, cross‑discipline team conducting field surveys, assessments, and preparing biological reports and biological resource sections of environmental documents.
Field work may require some travel, evening, and weekend work, to maintain project schedules or meet deadlines. Excess hours can be offset during the week when possible.
Qualifications
Successful candidate can manage time, competing priorities, think critically, work collaboratively, and maintain camaraderie. Additionally, the candidate has a combination of the following qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in wildlife, ecology, botany, or related natural resources field (Master’s a plus).
Experience for CDFW approval as a qualified biologist, designated biologist, or biological monitor for special‑status species at construction monitoring projects as defined in Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreements and related permitting documents.
Experience in San Francisco Bay Area aquatic and terrestrial wildlife species surveys with emphasis on special‑status species including nesting birds, San Francisco dusky footed woodrat, California red‑legged frog, San Francisco garter snake, western pond turtle, spadefoot, roosting bats, and a variety of fish and rare plant species.
Capability with office and field applications: Microsoft Office Suite and field‑based data collection apps such as ESRI Field Maps, Survey 123, Avenza, or Gaia; and ability to work with various file formats (KMZ, shapefile, PDF).
Relevant experience in environmental consulting, natural resource planning and management, or a closely related field; coordinating project schedules and workflow a plus.
Professional, organized, exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to conduct fieldwork safely in challenging terrain and weather conditions.
Excellent verbal communication and writing skills; able to convey technical information clearly and concisely.
Adaptable teammate, willing to help others but able to work independently.
Job Field
Fisheries
Forestry
Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Water and Soil Resources
Wildlife
GIS/Technology
Policy/Administrative
Community Forestry & Arboriculture
Job Type
Full Time
Location Detail
Berkeley or San Jose, CA
Salary
$50.00-$100.00 per hour
Benefits
MIG values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer; we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Our teams enjoy a flexible work schedule, rewarding environment, creative atmosphere, and opportunities for professional development and career advancement. The benefits program includes paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays, partial cell phone reimbursement, mileage reimbursement, medical, dental, vision, FSA, HRA with employer contributions, and 401K matching.
This full‑time, hourly position is eligible for overtime. The pay range for the full‑time position with benefits is $40–$50/hour, commensurate with location, skills, and experience. The pay range for part‑time positions with no benefits is $50–$100/hour.
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