Biologist/Regulatory Specialist

EMC Planning Group, Inc. is seeking an Associate or Senior Biologist in Monterey, CA to provide consulting services on various projects in coastal and central California. Responsibilities include biological surveys, habitat assessments, regulatory coordination, and report preparation. Candidates should have a relevant degree, experience in biological consulting, and CEQA/NEPA compliance knowledge. Strong technical writing and project management skills are essential. Salary ranges from $75,000 to $120,000 depending on experience.
Located in Monterey, EMC Planning Group Inc. has provided award-winning land use planning, design, land use entitlement, resource assessment, and environmental services to both public and private clients for over 46 years. A detailed description of the services we provide, our company culture, and sample projects can be found at our website: www.emcplanning.com.

We are currently seeking an Associate or Senior level Biologist to provide consulting services on a wide variety of projects throughout coastal and central California. Duties will include general biological field surveys, focused surveys/habitat assessments for special-status wildlife species, jurisdictional wetland and waterway delineation, regulatory agency coordination/permitting/compliance support, preparation of resource technical reports, and CEQA/NEPA biological resource impact analyses.

Qualifications for the position include:
• A B.S. or B.A. in biology, ecology, natural sciences, or another relevant field; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• A minimum of two years of experience as a biological consultant in California.
• CEQA/NEPA compliance experience is required.
• Local plant and wildlife identification and classification skills are required.
• Mitigation site planning, restoration planning, wetland delineation certification, permitting, and monitoring experience are a plus.

We are looking for a biologist with:
• Clear and concise technical writing competency.
• Proven project management and budget tracking abilities.
• Strong proposal preparation, client interaction, and marketing skills.
• Regulatory agency permitting knowledge.
• Field experience with plant and/or wildlife species found in coastal and central California.

The ideal candidate will possess:
• Patience, flexibility, and enthusiasm.
• Advanced computer skills, habitat mapping, and GPS data collection skills.
• Private biological consulting experience.
• A professional attitude and cooperative communication style.

For consideration, please email your resume to robinson@emcplanning.com.

Position and salary DOE. Position is available immediately in Monterey, California.

Salary Ranges:
• Associate Biologist: $75,000 – $110,000
• Senior Biologist: $80,000 – $120,000