Field Biologist - SoCal Regions

California County Locations:Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, and Los Angeles County

Pay Range:$27.00 to $33.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience

About Endemic

Endemic Environmental Services, Inc. is a renowned California-based environmental consulting firm providing regulatory compliance and natural resource expertise to public and private sector clients. Since 2009, our work has supported wildlife protection, environmental permitting, construction monitoring, and responsible project delivery across California.

Our work encompasses wildlife surveys, habitat assessments, construction monitoring, permitting support, and compliance with CEQA and NEPA throughout California. Our mission is to provide expert guidance and practical solutions that protect natural resources while helping clients meet regulatory requirements.

Endemic is looking for a
Field Biologist
to conduct compliance monitoring during construction and support environmental compliance in the field during nesting bird season, and for regulated and special-status species.

This role offers hands-on experience in applied conservation biology, contributes to project delivery across Southern California, and provides meaningful field time for early to mid-career biologists seeking regulated and special-status species survey experience.

Field biologists provide the on‑the‑ground data that guides real conservation decisions. Wildlife surveys help protect sensitive species, support responsible development, and keep projects in compliance with environmental laws.

• Conduct construction compliance monitoring
• Perform biological monitoring for nesting birds and other regulated and special-status species
• Conduct nesting bird surveys
• Produce daily reports
• Ensure client compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.
• Travel for out-of-town projects as needed
• Work Location:
  
  Field sites are located in multiple locations across Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, and Los Angeles County
• Hours can include night work and weekends

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in biology, natural resource management, environmental studies, or a related field (equivalent experience will be considered)
• 2 years of experience as a professional biologist, including a minimum of one year of experience with an environmental consulting firm
• Experience in monitoring nesting bird behavior and their nests
• Navigate varied terrain, including uneven surfaces and slopes
• Experience using binoculars and spotting scopes
• Strong field skills, including navigation, observation, and defensible data documentation
• Proficiency with GPS units, digital field tools, and basic GIS applications
• Willingness to travel and remain overnight in hotels for short periods
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

• Manage work assignments with team members, troubleshoot in the field
• Experience with nesting bird surveys
• Plant and plant community identification skills for species common to California
• Experience working with construction/utility companies
• Survey experience with any of the following species:
  California gnatcatcher, southwestern willow flycatcher, Ridgway’s rail, yellow-billed cuckoo, burrowing owl, kit fox, rare plants, and any other listed species.
• Strong technical report writing skills
• Prior experience working in California, Utah, Arizona, or Nevada
• Field work in agricultural landscapes and remote locations
• Familiarity with CEQA, NEPA, and wildlife permitting requirements in California

• Seasonal, hourly, non-exempt position
• $27.00 to $33.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
• Work may involve early mornings, midday breaks, and weekend assignments, depending on survey timing and project needs (we plan and communicate well so that you can organize your season)

This position involves field work in outdoor and agricultural environments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform…