On-Call Desert Tortoise Biologist | NV

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. is seeking an On-Call Desert Tortoise Biologist in Tonopah, NV. This field-based role involves conducting environmental inspections and monitoring during large-scale construction projects to protect sensitive resources like the desert tortoise. The position requires a relevant degree and prior authorization as a Mojave Desert Tortoise Biologist. Compensation ranges from $35 to $45 per hour, with full-time benefits available for eligible employees.
Benefit Summary:

Full-Time employees within Eocene are eligible for:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k and 401k match opportunities
• ESOP (so long as you meet eligibility requirements)
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Time
• Bereavement Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly

Reports To: Project Manager

Job Type: On-Call, Variable-Time

Compensation: $35 - $45 per hour, based on relevant experience

This position is expected to work 8-10 hours per day, 6 days per week. This position is primarily a field-based position with minimal office time anticipated.

About Eocene Environmental Group:

Our team has spent the past two decades providing environmental, utility vegetation management (UVM), software and sustainability services. We are fortunate to be a part of the Wright Service Corp. family, which has helped us establish a strong foundation for continued growth and success.

Through a strategic alignment of values and goals, four Wright Service Corp. entities joined and integrated into one, operating as Eocene Environmental Group. These four entities are:
• Forestry & Utility Division
• Environmental Division
• Technology & Innovation Division
• Sustainability Division

JOB SUMMARY: The Desert Tortoise Authorized Biologist is responsible for providing environmental inspection and monitoring during the construction of large-scale construction projects with the goal of ensuring resource protection measures are being implemented to protect sensitive resources including the desert tortoise.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:
• Desert Tortoise clearance surveys and monitoring
• Special status plant and wildlife surveys, noxious weed surveys and nesting bird surveys
• Field coordination with crews as needed
• Communication with contractor and agencies as needed
• Document and report impacts to sensitive resources
• Track progress of construction activities and implementation of approved mitigation measures
• Inspect construction vehicles and equipment for cleanliness
• Work collaboratively with construction and regulatory personnel to develop solutions and implement permit conditions
• Photo document ecological site conditions
• Prepare daily reports
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings
• Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright's and Eocene Environmental Group's culture of safety and employee ownership
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures

OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Position may require some outside travel

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Degree in biology, natural resource management, environmental studies or similar
• Previous authorization for Mojave Desert Tortoise Biologist Authorized by USFWS
• Ability to work long hours in potentially extreme weather conditions
• Competence using global positioning system units, maps, iPads, and submeter accuracy devices
• The ability to operate a four-wheel drive vehicle over rough terrain
• The ability to perform work duties independently or as part of a team
• Clear communicator, highly organized, motivated, thorough, accurate, and dependable
• A working knowledge of standard office computer software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access).
• Prior experience working in Utah, Arizona, and California or Nevada
• Ability to relocate close to the project, as needed
• Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Previous authorization for Mojave Desert Tortoise Biologist Authorized by CDFW and BLM
• Experience leading a field team, capable of managing work assignments with team members, troubleshooting in the field
• Experience conducting desert tortoise health assessments
• Experience conducting radio telemetry and desert tortoise translocations/relocations
• Experience capturing or handling wildlife species using specialized equipment
• Plant and plant community identification skills for species common to the Mojave Desert
• Experience working with utility companies
• Survey experience with any of the following species: Mohave ground squirrel, Burrowing Owl, Kit Fox, Swainson's Hawk, American Badger, Logger Head Shrike, Lane Mountain Milk Vetch, Clokey's cyptantha, Desert Cymopterus, Barstow wooly sunflower, Mojave Menodora, Creamy blazing star, Mojave Monkeyflower, Bever dam breadroot, Parish's phacelia, or Mojave Spine Flower, Las Vegas Bear Poppy
• Experience conducting avian point count surveys and raven management actions
• Strong technical report writing skills

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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