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We are seeking an Associate or Senior Wildlife Biologist/Regulatory Specialist to support environmental planning, permitting, and compliance projects in the Folsom area. This role will contribute to projects involving wildlife resources, habitat conservation, biological constraints, and regulatory approvals across a range of public and private-sector developments. The successful candidate will combine strong technical knowledge with practical project coordination skills and will be comfortable working in the field, in the office, and with clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities may include conducting and overseeing biological surveys; documenting wildlife, plant, and sensitive habitat conditions; preparing technical reports, biological assessments, constraints analyses, and permit applications; and supporting compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations. You will assist with agency coordination, regulatory strategy, mitigation planning, construction monitoring, and implementation of best management practices. Additional duties may include developing scopes and budgets, tracking schedules, reviewing project deliverables, mentoring junior staff, participating in client meetings, and helping manage multiple assignments from proposal through completion. Senior-level candidates may lead projects, supervise field teams, and serve as a primary technical contact for clients and regulatory agencies.

A bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, wildlife management, or a related discipline is required; a master’s degree is desirable for senior-level consideration. Candidates should have relevant professional experience in wildlife biology, environmental consulting, permitting, or regulatory compliance, along with knowledge of applicable environmental laws and agency processes. Experience with California species and habitats, including special-status species surveys, nesting bird surveys, wetland or habitat assessments, and construction monitoring, is highly valued. Strong technical writing, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills are essential. The position may require local and regional travel, outdoor work in variable conditions, occasional early mornings or evening surveys, and the ability to safely navigate uneven terrain while carrying field equipment. A valid driver’s license and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are also required.

We are seeking an Associate or Senior Archaeologist to join a multidisciplinary environmental and cultural resources team based in Folsom or San Diego. This role is suited to an experienced professional who can lead archaeological investigations, support project delivery, and provide practical cultural resources advice across a range of development, infrastructure, and environmental projects in California.

Responsibilities will include preparing and reviewing cultural resources assessments, archaeological survey reports, technical memoranda, and regulatory documentation; conducting and overseeing archaeological surveys, monitoring, testing, excavation, and site evaluations; and coordinating with project managers, clients, Native American representatives, agencies, subcontractors, and field crews. You will help define research designs and treatment plans, assess project effects, support permitting and compliance under applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and contribute to construction monitoring and unexpected discovery procedures. The Senior level will also involve supervising staff, managing budgets and schedules, mentoring junior archaeologists, leading client communications, and contributing to proposals and business development.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in archaeology, anthropology, or a related discipline, along with professional experience in California archaeology and cultural resources management. A strong understanding of CEQA, NEPA, Section 106, the Secretary of the Interior’s professional qualification standards, and relevant state and local requirements is expected. Applicants should demonstrate excellent technical writing, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Fieldwork may require travel, overnight stays, uneven terrain, and varied weather conditions. A valid driver’s license and the ability to meet applicable professional, safety, and fieldwork requirements are also required. California archaeological experience, supervisory expertise, and qualifications as a Principal Investigator are desirable for the Senior position.

An opportunity is available for an Associate or Senior Biologist/Regulatory Specialist to support environmental, biological, and regulatory projects in the Folsom area. The successful candidate will contribute to projects involving natural resource assessments, permitting, compliance, and environmental review, working with multidisciplinary teams to help clients meet applicable federal, state, and local requirements.

Responsibilities may include conducting biological surveys and field assessments; identifying and documenting plants, wildlife, habitats, and sensitive resources; preparing technical reports, biological evaluations, permit applications, and supporting documentation; and assisting with environmental impact analyses. The role will also involve researching regulations, coordinating with regulatory agencies and project stakeholders, tracking permit conditions and compliance commitments, and supporting project planning from initial scoping through implementation. Senior-level candidates may lead technical tasks, manage schedules and budgets, review deliverables, mentor junior staff, and serve as a primary point of contact for clients and agencies. Fieldwork, occasional travel, and work in variable outdoor conditions may be required.

Applicants should have a degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, natural resources, or a related discipline, along with relevant professional experience. Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations, including the Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, California Environmental Quality Act, and related permitting processes, is desirable. Candidates should demonstrate strong technical writing, research, organizational, and communication skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently and collaboratively. Experience with biological survey methods, agency coordination, geographic information systems, and preparation of regulatory or environmental documents will be valued. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites are expected. Senior candidates should also bring demonstrated project leadership, quality control, and client or agency coordination experience.

We are seeking an Associate or Senior Wildlife Biologist/Regulatory Specialist to support ecological assessments, wildlife surveys, environmental permitting and regulatory compliance for a diverse portfolio of projects. The successful candidate will apply strong technical knowledge and practical field experience to help clients understand and manage potential impacts on wildlife, habitats and protected species. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams while contributing to projects from initial planning and field investigation through reporting, approvals and implementation.

Key responsibilities include planning and conducting wildlife and habitat surveys; identifying, documenting and evaluating potential impacts to listed, sensitive and migratory species; preparing technical reports, constraints analyses, biological assessments and permit applications; and supporting consultations with relevant federal, state, provincial, tribal and local agencies. You will interpret applicable environmental legislation and regulations, develop avoidance, minimisation and mitigation measures, and provide regulatory advice to project managers and clients. Additional duties may include reviewing technical work, managing scopes, budgets and schedules, mentoring junior staff, participating in fieldwork in varied conditions, and contributing to proposals and business development activities.

Applicants should hold a degree in biology, wildlife management, ecology, environmental science or a related discipline, together with relevant professional experience in wildlife biology, environmental consulting or regulatory compliance. Experience with protected species assessments, wetland or habitat evaluations, permitting processes and agency coordination is highly desirable. Senior-level candidates should demonstrate project management capability, strong technical writing skills and experience leading teams or client assignments. Candidates at all levels must be able to communicate clearly, organise competing priorities, work independently and collaboratively, and travel to field locations as required. Familiarity with geographic information systems, standard wildlife survey methods and environmental review procedures will be advantageous. Appropriate professional licences, certifications or species-specific permits are welcomed.