Role Description Dudek is seeking early-career to mid-level professionals to provide as-needed biological surveys. This position will be based at project sites within California. The Candidate would have demonstrated expertise in a specific environmental resource area including but not limited to surveying for biological and aquatic resources and environmental monitoring.

• Work collaboratively with other Dudek staff and subconsultants to conduct field studies/surveys, including but not limited to the following:
• Vegetation mapping and habitat characterizations
• General botanical surveys and inventories
• Focused surveys and/or habitat assessments for special-status plant and wildlife species
• Aquatic resource delineations pursuant to federal and state requirements to support regulatory permit applications
• Record and take notes of any observations on a Dudek electronic platform to be used for reporting purposes.
• Follow all Dudek and project site safety protocols.
• Travel to Project sites located throughout California.
• Hike long distances in potentially inclement weather/heat and rough terrain.
• Apply a high level of attention to detail and work independently and as a part of a team.
• Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, or other related field; OR a minimum of 1-3 years demonstrated field experience in biological resource management and surveying
• Knowledge of and ability to identify California wildlife and/or plant species
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment

Requirements

• Highly organized with the ability to multi-task.
• Possess sound judgement and able to “think on your feet”.
• Self-motivated with an interest in learning and growing as a project team.
• Understanding of and familiarity with environmental regulations and permits.
• Scientific Collecting Permit from California Department of Fish and Wildlife
• Agency-Qualified biologist to survey and monitor for special-status wildlife and plant species, including for nesting birds.
• Experience executing species-specific survey protocols.
• Experience identifying common and rare plant species and/or using dichotomous keys to identify plants.
• Demonstrate strong oral communication skills and demonstrated responsiveness.

Benefits

• As-needed and part-time employees are eligible for our 401(k) plan, sick leave, and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• As-needed and part-time employees have the option of additional benefits like medical benefits and ESOP participation provided they meet minimum hours worked during the 12-month look back measurement period.