As-Needed Field Biologists (Central Coast)

Job Description

Job Description

Rincon Consultants is seeking  Field Biologists and Botanists to provide as-needed support for projects spanning the Central Coast, from San Mateo to Santa Barbara counties. This is an excellent opportunity for both  early-career and experienced biological consultants (2–10+ years)  with strong field expertise in  Central Coast ecosystems  to engage in high-impact work on utility, infrastructure, and development projects.

We welcome candidates at all levels of experience and will adjust responsibilities, project complexity, and compensation accordingly.  Senior-level applicants  will have opportunities to  lead field teams, oversee complex compliance efforts, mentor junior staff, and serve as subject matter experts .

Overview of Key Duties and Responsibilities :

• Conduct site assessments, surveys, and habitat evaluations for common and special-status plant and wildlife species and map vegetation communities.
• Perform biological monitoring and provide compliance support during construction activities, prepare compliance monitoring reports.
• Identify plant species using a dichotomous key, focusing on Central Coast botany.
• Map vegetation communities using standard mapping practices and identify sensitive vegetation communities.
• Survey, monitor, and assess habitats for special-status species, including but not limited to the following :

​​​​California red-legged frog

This Job Might Be for You If You Have the Following :

Rincon Consultants is an award-winning leader in providing quality environmental consulting services throughout California and is recognized as a ‘Best Environmental Services Firm to Work For’ by the Zweig Group. We partner with clients in sectors such as transportation, energy and infrastructure, sustainability, climate change, oil and gas, water, commercial, private development, and government. Our 500+ associates in 13 offices located in Northern, Central, and Southern California are dedicated professionals who combine their passion with our purpose.

The base pay for this as-needed position ranges from  $32.00–$65.00 per hour , depending on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities.  Entry-level candidates will fall within the lower portion of the range , while  more experienced professionals may be considered for higher-level assignments and compensated accordingly . At Rincon, our salary ranges are based on market median of similar jobs, according to third party salary benchmark surveys. The base pay that is actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Individuals offered employment must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment. Additionally, those hired who may be assigned to federal projects will be subject to further drug testing, including screening for cannabinoids (THC / marijuana), in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and other applicable federal regulations, which take precedence over California state and local laws.

Rincon Consultants, Inc does not accept unsolicited applicant / candidate resumes from search firm recruiters and / or temporary agencies that do not have a signed contract and specified work order with Rincon Consultants. Further, such resumes received will be deemed the sole property of Rincon Consultants and no fees will be paid in the event Rincon Consultants subsequently hires such individual. Rincon Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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