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 offers a growth opportunity with flexibility for part-time or full-time, depending on the candidate’s preference and availability. MIG supports a hybrid work-from-home/remote and in-office schedule, though some in-person work will be required for project work and team-building opportunities.
Responsibilities
Project Work: Collaborate individually or with a team on projects focused on the southern San Francisco Bay Area and throughout California. Tasks may 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
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: Build project management and marketing skills by assisting with scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and client communications, as well as interacting with client and agency staff.
Project Types: Participate in field work and reporting for environmental compliance projects 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 to conduct field surveys, assessments, and prepare biological reports and resource sections of environmental documents.
Field work may require travel, evening, and weekend hours. MIG encourages a sustainable and healthy work-life balance, with excess hours potentially offset during the week.
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in wildlife, ecology, botany, or a related natural resources field (Master’s degree is a plus).
Experience sufficient for CDFW approval as a qualified biologist, designated biologist, or biological monitor for San Francisco Bay Area special-status species at construction monitoring projects.
Experience with San Francisco Bay Area aquatic and terrestrial wildlife species surveys, focusing on special-status species such as nesting birds, San Francisco dusky footed woodrat, California red-legged frog, San Francisco garter snake, western pond turtle, spadefoot, roosting bats, and various fish and rare plant species.
Proficiency with office and field applications, including the Microsoft Office Suite and field-based data collection apps such as ESRI Field Maps, Survey 123, Avenza, or Gaia, and ability to work with file formats like KMZ, shapefiles, and PDF.
Relevant experience in environmental consulting, natural resource planning and management, or a closely related field. Experience coordinating project schedules and workflow is a plus.
Professional, organized, and exceptionally detail-oriented.
Ability to safely conduct fieldwork in challenging terrain and weather conditions.
Excellent verbal communication and writing skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly and concisely.
Adaptable teammate willing to pitch in and help others, while also working well independently.
Job Benefits
MIG values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. The team enjoys a flexible work schedule, a rewarding environment, and opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Benefits include 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 is a full-time, hourly position eligible for overtime. The pay range for full-time positions with benefits is $40-$50/hour, while part-time positions without benefits range from $50-$100/hour, commensurate with location, skills, and experience.
Apply now to join a dedicated and supportive team focused on the conservation and management of California’s biological resources.
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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 offers a growth opportunity with flexibility for part-time or full-time, depending on the candidate’s preference and availability. MIG supports a hybrid work-from-home/remote and in-office schedule, though some in-person work will be required for project work and team-building opportunities.
Responsibilities
Project Work: Collaborate individually or with a team on projects focused on the southern San Francisco Bay Area and throughout California. Tasks may 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
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: Build project management and marketing skills by assisting with scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and client communications, as well as interacting with client and agency staff.
Project Types: Participate in field work and reporting for environmental compliance projects 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 to conduct field surveys, assessments, and prepare biological reports and resource sections of environmental documents.
Field work may require travel, evening, and weekend hours. MIG encourages a sustainable and healthy work-life balance, with excess hours potentially offset during the week.
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in wildlife, ecology, botany, or a related natural resources field (Master’s degree is a plus).
Experience sufficient for CDFW approval as a qualified biologist, designated biologist, or biological monitor for San Francisco Bay Area special-status species at construction monitoring projects.
Experience with San Francisco Bay Area aquatic and terrestrial wildlife species surveys, focusing on special-status species such as nesting birds, San Francisco dusky footed woodrat, California red-legged frog, San Francisco garter snake, western pond turtle, spadefoot, roosting bats, and various fish and rare plant species.
Proficiency with office and field applications, including the Microsoft Office Suite and field-based data collection apps such as ESRI Field Maps, Survey 123, Avenza, or Gaia, and ability to work with file formats like KMZ, shapefiles, and PDF.
Relevant experience in environmental consulting, natural resource planning and management, or a closely related field. Experience coordinating project schedules and workflow is a plus.
Professional, organized, and exceptionally detail-oriented.
Ability to safely conduct fieldwork in challenging terrain and weather conditions.
Excellent verbal communication and writing skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly and concisely.
Adaptable teammate willing to pitch in and help others, while also working well independently.
Job Benefits
MIG values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. The team enjoys a flexible work schedule, a rewarding environment, and opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Benefits include 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 is a full-time, hourly position eligible for overtime. The pay range for full-time positions with benefits is $40-$50/hour, while part-time positions without benefits range from $50-$100/hour, commensurate with location, skills, and experience.
Apply now to join a dedicated and supportive team focused on the conservation and management of California’s biological resources.
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