Desert Tortoise Field Biologist (Field Based)

ERM is hiring experienced Desert Tortoise Field Biologists in Barstow/ Yucca Valley/Palm Springs, CA to conduct pre-project protocol-level surveys for desert tortoise.

This is a full-time (40 hours/week), limited-term role for a duration of 6 months, extendable.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:


* Conducting protocol-level desert tortoise surveys.


* Electronic data collection using Field Maps and Survey123 applications.


* Working as a member of large team of biologists.


* Daily reporting.


* Other duties as assigned or required.

 

REQUIREMENTS:


* BS degree in a natural science field of study preferred.


* Minimum of 2 seasons of Desert Tortoise field biologist experience.


* Desert Tortoise Council Training is a plus.


* Minimum of three plus years of projects that surveyed, monitored and mitigated for target species; one year of experience conducting presence/absence surveys for desert tortoise is required.


* Familiarity with desert tortoise survey protocols.


* Ability to work safely outdoors in variable weather conditions and on challenging terrain.

Must be able to walk approximately 5km per day in desert conditions.


* Working knowledge of sub-meter accuracy GPS technologies and map interpretation skills (e.g., NWI, USGS, aerial photography).


* Must have a strong attentional to detail in documentation of work.


* Must have strong organizational and communication skills.


* Work schedule may include weekends and/or over-time.


* Desire to work in the field for extended period and maintain a positive attitude.


* Willingness and ability to travel as needed.


* Demonstrated independent and effective problem solving and decision-making skills.


* Possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Pay Transparency: 

For the Desert Tortoise Field Biologist position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $ 74,825– $96,901, $35.97/hr – $46.58/hr USD, limited-term, non-exempt.  An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.  We also may have instances where employee’s fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above.  This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/Flexforce employees are NOT bonus eligible). 

 

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life & disability insurance to benefits eligible

* employees. 

 



*Benefits Eligibility is limited to Regular employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.  Fixed-Term employees (including Flexforce) who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours a week or more are eligible for a limited benefits package.  Casual employees are...