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This is a full-time (60 hours per week) limited term role beginning April 1, 2027, for up to six weeks.\nRESPONSIBILITIES:\nConduct protocol-based biological surveys involving desert tortoise translocation from future mining Project area to a designated recipient site.\nBiological compliance monitoring during construction.\nUse of GPS technology to navigate and record data in the field.\nProvide daily progress reporting.\nAdherence to ERM’s and the client’s health and safety procedures.\nCoordinate with construction contractors, project managers, and resource specialists.\nOther duties as assigned or required.\nREQUIREMENTS:\nPrevious Authorized Biologist (AB) certification preferred but not required.\nExperience performing formal USFWS clearance surveys under the supervision of an AB.\nMust provide USFWS quals form at time of application as well as references of ABs worked under.\nExperience navigating transects using handheld GPS units.\nMSHA Part 48 certification preferred or willing to obtain certification prior to fieldwork.\nMust have a strong attention to detail in documentation, organizational and communication skills, and work effectively as part of a large team.\nDesire to work in the field for extended periods of time, including weekends, and maintain a positive attitude.\nOpen to working overtime.\nAbility to work safely outdoors in variable weather conditions.\nWillingness and ability to travel as needed.\nDemonstrated independent, effective problem solving and decision-making skills.\nFor the Desert Tortoise Field Biologist position, the anticipated hourly base pay is $37.69- $48.99 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).\nWe offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off (vacation, sick, and floating holidays), parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k), and other applicable benefits to eligible employees. \nWho We Are: \nAs the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.\nAt ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.\nPlease submit your resume and brief cover letter.\nERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.\nERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 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