Biologist/Project Coordinator - Military veterans preferred

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc


Description:

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc. (HELIX), a growing, California-based employee-owned environmental consulting firm, is seeking a motivated entry-level biologist with critical thinking skills and a strong work ethic to join our Southern California Team working out of HELIX's Irvine office. HELIX offers environmental, biological, landscape architecture, regulatory permitting, cultural resources, acoustical, air quality, habitat restoration, and GIS services to both public and private clients across a variety of sectors.

Why work at HELIX?

• Employee-owned since 2004
• Offers a hybrid work schedule with flexibility of working in-office and remotely
• Invested in professional growth and employee development and training
• Recognized for our workplace practices, employee wellness programs, and community contributions
• Named as one of the 2023 Best Firms to Work For by ZweigGroup

HELIX also offers a competitive benefits package, that includes:

• Robust Health Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision) for employee and dependents
• Life /Long Term Disability Insurance
• Accrual of Paid Personal Time Off
• Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan participation
• 401K participation with employer contributions

The entry level Biologist/Project Coordinator position provides support to our biology team throughout the year, especially during times when our team is more focused on field survey efforts. This is a full-time in-office position based out of HELIX's Irvine office.

Biologist/Project Coordinator duties may include:

• Conducting terrestrial biological monitoring for construction/restoration projects.
• Conducting terrestrial biology surveys, including vegetation mapping, and/or focused species surveys.
• Managing personal workload and coordinating schedule with Project Managers and Biology Operations team as appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate field notes and maps, project files, work logs, etc.
• Providing high quality work products on schedule and within budget.
• Providing project coordination support on various operations efforts in addition to project and permit application efforts.

The ideal candidate must possess excellent communication and collaboration skills, as working closely with HELIX team members is essential to the success of this position. Strong analytical skills, a positive attitude, flexible mindset, and adaptability to changing circumstances is imperative.

Hourly wages will be based on qualifications and/or experience. Expected starting pay range of $26 to $35 per hour.

HELIX is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and an inclusive work environment. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of gender, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service or veteran status. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.

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Minimum Requirements for Biologist/Project Coordinator:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in an environmental science, ecology, botany, wildlife biology or related field (degree in biochemistry or microbiology not acceptable).
• One year of professional or academic experience related to terrestrial biology.
• Inland Empire (San Bernardino/Riverside Counties) experience conducting terrestrial construction monitoring and/or conducting surveys for terrestrial biological resources.
• Demonstrated experience working with Southern California terrestrial flora and fauna.
• Experience with terrestrial field data collection methods and equipment.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining accurate field notes and maps, project files, work logs, etc.
• Demonstrated experience with schedule planning and managing multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to hike long distances over varying terrain under varying weather conditions.
• Valid California Driver's License with a clean driving record over the last three years.

Qualifications considered a plus for Biologist/Project Coordinator:

• Experience working at an environmental consulting firm.
• Los Angeles County or Orange County experience conducting terrestrial construction monitoring and/or conducting surveys for terrestrial biological resources.
• Familiarity with survey permits and conducting surveys for specific species such as for nesting birds, least Bell's vireo, burrowing owl, rare plants, Crotch's bumble bee, etc.
• Familiarity with preparing biological monitoring reports.
• Familiarity with conducting jurisdictional delineations, California Rapid Assessment Method (CRAM) analyses, habitat restoration monitoring, and/or preparing Clean Water Act permit applications.
• Master's degree or equivalent in an environmental science, ecology, botany, wildlife biology or related field.

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