Authorized Wildlife Biologist

Position Description: The Authorized Wildlife Biologist will be responsible for conducting wildlife surveys, monitoring sensitive species and habitats, collecting biological data, and supporting environmental compliance activities throughout the Ridgecrest region and surrounding Mojave Desert ecosystems. This position requires USFWS Approved Wildlife Biologist capabilities, extensive fieldwork in remote desert environments, and a strong understanding of wildlife ecology, habitat management, and applicable state and federal environmental regulations. Approved Wildlife Biologists are also encouraged to apply. Education and Experience: • Bachelor's degree in wildlife biology, ecology, zoology, environmental science, natural resources, or a closely related field. • Ability to meet U. S. Fish and Wildlife Services (USFWS) and California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Approved Biologist requirements. • Previously approved by USFWS and/or CDFW as a Designated Biologist on projects. • Minimum two years of professional terrestrial biology field experience. • Experience preparing biological monitoring reports. • Experience conducting surveys and monitoring for wildlife species in Southern California Duties and Responsibilities: The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned. • Conduct field surveys for wildlife species, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and special-status species. • Identify wildlife species through visual observations, tracks, scat, burrows, calls, and other field indicators. • Monitor and document sensitive habitats, nesting sites, migration corridors, and breeding activity. • Conduct pre-construction biological surveys and provide environmental compliance monitoring for development, utility, renewable energy, transportation, and land management pr