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Job Description
AECOM is seeking a Sr. Biologist to be based in Sacramento, CA. The position is open to remote work.
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for supporting the preparation of applications for regulatory permits/amendments, environmental/permit compliance, and procurement of mitigation, as well as preparing and reviewing reports, reviewing design plans, and representing the client in meetings with regulatory agencies.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Review and provide guidance on permit applications, technical reports, and environmental document sections pertaining to natural resources.
- Participate in meetings and review project design documents.
- Provide environmental and permit compliance guidance.
- Interface with the client, Project/Construction Management, regulatory agencies, and non-governmental organizations.
- Prepare documentation necessary to support procurement of compensatory mitigation.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
+ BA/BS + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
+ Master’s degree in biology or similar discipline.
+ 7+ years of experience preparing biological studies and environmental impact assessments, including biological assessments, due diligence analyses, and special-status species surveys and construction monitoring on lands throughout California.
+ 10 years’ experience with a focus on environmental approvals and permitting
+ Knowledge of State and federal environmental laws and regulations, including the California Environmental Quality Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Sections 2081 and 1600 of the California Fish and Game Code, Clean Water Act, and Endangered Species Act.
+ Proficient in Office 365 applications
+ Ability to use analytical skills to review and comprehend complex information and distill into materials accessible to a broad audience; adjust to changing priorities with short deadlines; work collaboratively across disciplines to find optimal outcomes; communicate effectively with others using courtesy, respect, and sensitivity; and follow and adhere to company policies.
+ Proficiency and knowledge of computer software Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Outlook
+ Experience performing biological surveys (Federal/State protocols), preparing biological technical reports, biological assessments, and regulatory permit applications, and coordinating with federal/State regulatory agencies
Additional Information
+ Travel is required for this position.
+ Sponsorship is available for this position
+ Relocation is available for this position.
+ Offered rate of compensation (California locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $81,000 - $149,000.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10107117
Business Line: Environment
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: West
Career Area: Science
Work Location Model: Remote
Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
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