Field Biologist (Full-time, Temporary)

We are seeking Field Biologists to provide compliance monitoring support for a Fresno-based solar project. This role offers biologists with a range of experience the opportunity to contribute to California’s renewable energy transition while working on a large-scale project. Responsibilities will vary based on experience level, regulatory approvals, and area of expertise, but may include conducting site assessments, surveys, and habitat evaluations for common and special-status plant and wildlife species.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in biology, botany, ecology, environmental science, or a related field.
• 2+ years of biological fieldwork, including compliance monitoring.
• Expertise in Central Valley ecosystems, including experience with compliance monitoring, habitat assessments, vegetation monitoring, and species-specific surveys.
• Demonstrated experience with the species listed above, including surveying and monitoring in occupied habitats and securing project approvals.
• Familiarity with federal and state environmental laws, including but not limited to federal and state Endangered Species Acts (ESA), California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), as well as incidental take permits, Clean Water Act (CWA) permits, Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreements, regulatory compliance oversight, and development/implementation of mitigation measures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong technical writing experience preparing field reports, monitoring logs, and preconstruction survey documentation.
• Ability to hike 6–8 miles per day in challenging terrain and variable weather conditions while carrying up to 25lbs of equipment.