At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
In the role of Biologist I, we'll count on you to:
- Perform routine scientific/environmental project assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures
- Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables
- Work independently on small projects, or assist more-senior scientists on larger projects
- Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
- Perform biological field surveys or assessments, data interpretation, and analysis and report writing as needed
- Work on assignments that require dealing with diverse working conditions while in the field as needed
- Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in environmental, wildlife, coastal or fisheries
- Previous experience in environmental, wildlife, coastal or fisheries field experience.
- Previous experience conducting biological resources impact analysis and regulatory permitting in California.
- Previous experience with delineating wetlands and waters of the U. S.
- Previous experience with identifying special status wildlife and/or plants in the field.
- Local Southern California based candidates preferred.
- 2 to 5 years of experience in the natural resources, ecology, or biological science sector
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Up to 50% travel time within California, valid driver's license
- Ability to perform field work in rugged terrain and or remote areas
- Field data collection experience in wildlife species, habitat, and wetlands and streams using high-accuracy GPS units
- Familiarity with Southern California flora and fauna
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Biology or closely related field
- Proficiency with MS Office
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $69,000 - $80,000 annually and depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)
Primary Location
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United States-California-San Diego
Other Locations
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United States-California-Long Beach
Industry
:
Water
Schedule
:
Full-time
Employee Status
:
Regular
BusinessClass
:
Biological and Ecological Sci
Job Posting
:
Feb 7, 2025 |
HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
Feb 07, 2025