As-Needed Biological Compliance Monitor - Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, CA
Seasonal
Mid Level

Location(s): Central Valley, CA
Practice/Department: Compliance
Internal Title: As- Needed Field Technician
Work Environment: Field Work
Compensation: $34-53/hourly *

Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.
Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we’ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.
Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.
Learn more about our award-winning culture, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape.

Who You Are
As an employee-owner, you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently.
Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution-oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation.

How You’ll Make an Impact
Dudek is seeking mid-level professionals to provide environmental construction and biological resource monitoring services. This position will be based at project sites located throughout California and the workload is variable. This position is intermittent and predominantly concentrated in the spring and summer months. Candidate would have demonstrated experience in biological resources including special-status wildlife species, rare plants, and aquatic resources. Additional experience in storm water, hazardous materials, air emissions, or noise monitoring is preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Work with construction crews and project managers to document compliance levels related to associated project environmental permits.
  • Complete construction surveys and focused resource surveys.
  • Oversee the installation and maintenance of environmental exclusion fencing, wildlife fencing, and material and waste management.
  • Familiarity with construction operations and equipment. Ability to identify heavy equipment and describe practices occurring at a job site.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with construction personnel and project managers to develop solutions while implementing permit conditions
  • Record and take notes of any observations on a Dudek platform to be used for reporting purposes
  • Managing personal workload weekly and communicating with project managers and project field schedulers availability for field work.
  • Follow all Dudek and construction site safety protocols

Minimum Qualifications
  • Minimum of a BA/BS degree in environmental science, environmental studies, biology or other related field OR at least 3 years of field experience in construction compliance monitoring
  • Ability to complete construction surveys and focused resource surveys
  • Must have access to a reliable vehicle. Company owned pool vehicles available, if necessary, on a first come first serve basis.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment.
Species Experience Required:
Protocol level surveys, monitoring, pre-construction surveys, or handling permits for special status listed species including:
  • California red-legged frog
  • San Joaquin kit fox
  • California tiger salamander
  • Burrowing owl
  • Large listed branchiopods

Preferred Qualifications
  • Permits from California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) (SCP or MOU) for Crotch’s bumble bee or foothill yellow-legged frog.
  • Species survey or monitoring experience with Crotch’s bumble bee, foothill yellow-legged frog, western pond turtle, giant garter snake, Swainson’s hawk and/or any state or federally listed species.
  • Experienced with GPS/GIS mobile applications (ArcField Maps, ESRI, ArcMap)
  • Experience with Survey123
  • Preferred experience working at least 3 years in the Santa Cruz area in biological resources.
  • Previous approvals from CDFW and/or USFWS as a project approved biological monitor or designated biologist.
  • Must demonstrate solid written and verbal communication skills
  • Understanding of environmental regulations
  • Highly organized with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Self-motivated with an interest to learn and grow as a project team
  • Certifications in sediment and erosion control
  • Certifications in dust monitoring
  • Proficient in noise monitoring
  • Qualified biologist to survey and monitor for special-status wildlife and plant species.

Compensation: $34-53/hourly *
*Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment.

Working Conditions:
Environment
  • This job operates in a remote or office-based environment and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc.
  • This job may also require occasional project site visits, based outdoors which can include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, and moving vehicles and equipment.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This job requires the following:
  • Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting.
  • Employees must be capable of bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 35 lbs. unassisted; 50lbs in a team lift (two or more employees).
  • Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc.
  • Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Dudek is committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of their background, feel valued, respected, and have equal opportunities to succeed. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our business success, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We are committed to fair and equitable processes, based on merit, free from any discrimination.

Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Dudek’s operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Dudek, including supervisors and coworkers. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons (including those with disability and veteran status) in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. Any employee who violates this policy and Dudek’s commitment to equal employment opportunities will be subject to disciplinary action.

Dudek is a U.S.-based employer. All positions are based in the United States and require U.S. work authorization.

 
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