Biological Monitor
On-siteCollege Station, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Conduct pre-, during-, and post-construction monitoring and botanical surveys within the project right-of-way to identify species of concern and sensitive resources. Coordinate with construction crews, government agencies, and third-party monitors to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local permit conditions. Develop and implement mitigation plans, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans, and Spill Prevention Control Counter-measures while inspecting erosion control and reclamation activities. Perform daily field inspections, maintain accurate reports, and lead site-specific environmental review discussions to enforce project best management practices. Serve as the technical resource for field personnel regarding environmental regulations and applicable laws.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in biology, environmental science, natural resources, wildlife biology, or related discipline
- Valid driver's license
- Strong organizational and document management skills
- Ability to multitask and maintain effectiveness with multiple priorities
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to read and understand permits and authorizations to effectively enforce them
- Professional attitude
- Detail-oriented and high attention to accuracy
- Solid mathematical skills
- Comfortable working in a field-based position
- Demonstrated written and verbal skills
- Strong computer skills and a significant understanding of Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Acrobat, Google Earth, and others
- Adaptable to changing work conditions. Ability to plan and prioritize workload
- Comfortable working around heavy equipment and active construction
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Reliable and punctual
- Must be able to lift 40-50 lbs.
- Capable of working in adverse environmental conditions such as high temperatures or other outdoor elements
- Able to withstand long hours in the field
Desired Qualifications
- 1-5 years professional experience in the environmental compliance and/or construction fields
- Strong understanding of applicable environmental laws, environmental best management practices, field construction practices, employee environmental training, and working with local, state and federal land management agencies
- Experience working with plants and wildlife in Texas
- Experience monitoring utility construction
- Experience working with sensitive avian species
- Strong botanical knowledge
- 40-hour HAZWOPER
- CISEC or CESSWI Stormwater Certification
- OSHA 10 Certification
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