Field Biologist On Call

Overview

Keish Environmental is seeking a Field Biologist (On-Call/As Needed) to conduct biological surveys, assessments, and compliance monitoring for infrastructure projects in California’s Bay Area and Central Valley. This position works alongside our clients, both in government and the private industry, to provide biological surveys, delineations, assessments and reports. Candidates will typically monitor biological compliance of infrastructure projects under construction or under alteration to ensure regulatory and permit compliance.

In this role, the candidate will work on multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. Our public and private sector clients rely on Keish staff to fulfill their project needs for timely biological surveys and permit compliance documentation, including coordination and communication internally and externally with a diverse group of stakeholders.

This position is an On Call, REMOTE position. The employee will be required to travel to project offices and work sites to perform inspections or attend meetings on an as-needed basis depending on project schedules. This person will work independently at remote construction project locations within the Bay Area, California (nine counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, Sonoma) and/or the Central Valley, California (19 counties: Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Fresno, Kern, Kings, Madera, Placer, San Joaquin, Sacramento, Shasta, Solano, Stanislaus, Sutter, Tehama, Tulare, Yolo, and Yuba). Most tasks revolve around assessing construction projects, performing sensitive status species and monitoring, surveying biological resources habitat condition, monitoring restoration projects, using mapping resources to track wetlands and habitat acreage, providing education, outreach, and training opportunities, and conducting timely reporting of field issues.

Position Overview

• On Call, remote (8-10 hrs/week, varies by project)
• Travel required to project sites for inspections and meetings
• Work independently in diverse environments, assessing habitat conditions, monitoring species, and ensuring permit compliance

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-construction surveys for nesting birds and sensitive species
• Monitor regulatory compliance (401/404/LSAA permit oversight)
• Collect and analyze field data; prepare technical reports
• Track and map wetland and habitat acreage
• Coordinate with stakeholders, agencies, and teams
• Lead educational outreach and training

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, or related field
• 5+ years of field monitoring experience
• Species handling certifications preferred
• Strong report writing, data analysis, and project coordination skills
• Must be able to read construction plans, specifications, estimates, site analysis diagrams, laboratory analytical reports, and site schematics
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Physically fit (carry 30 lbs., walk on varied terrain, work in adverse conditions)
• Highly organized and motivated self-starter with a demonstrated track record of successfully managing and completing multiple concurrent projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CEQA/NEPA biological mitigations
• Knowledge of California and Federal wetland and regulatory agency permitting processes (401/404/LSAA)
• Valid Construction General Permit Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) certification preferred
• Valid certification as an Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure (ISI) Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP)
• Strong independent work ethic and collaboration skills

Additional Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship provided)
• Active professional involvement in related professional organizations is desirable
• Proactive communicator, collaborator who can take and give direction, provide actionable reports, and work updates
• Reliable transportation to remote sites

About Keish Environmental

Keish Environmental is a woman-owned firm specializing in stormwater management, environmental compliance, and construction oversight. With offices in San Jose, Los Angeles, and Oakland, California, we are committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective environmental solutions for major infrastructure and restoration projects.

Our strong regulatory relationships—with agencies like the Regional Water Quality Control Board, CA Department of Fish and Wildlife, Corps of Engineers, and NOAA Fisheries—allow us to keep projects in compliance while maintaining cost and schedule efficiency.

At Keish Environmental, your expertise makes a direct impact. Every challenge is an opportunity to shape the success of critical infrastructure and wildfire recovery projects while advancing environmental sustainability.

Keish Environmental is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Keish Environmental does not sponsor work visas. If you require visa sponsorship, please do not apply.

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