Overview
Biologist/Ecologist Jobs in Los Angeles, California, USA at Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals
Before applying, please review all the details outlined below. This position plays a vital role in addressing the environmental impact and devastation caused by the Palisade wildfires in LA County.
Position:
Wildlife Biologist (LA Wildfires)
Location: LA County
Duration: 3-month contract (likelihood for extensions)
Start Date:
May 5th
Pay Rate: $20-40/hr (Dependent on years of experience)
Hours:
Seeking candidates dedicated to working 7 days a week, 10-hour shifts (Could potentially become 6 days a week with every Sunday off.)
Mobilization and Expenses: Client will provide travel, per diem, and housing accommodations when on travel, unless local to the site (50 mile radius.)
Safety Equipment: All necessary safety equipment will be provided, except for steel-toed boots and prescription safety goggles (if applicable).
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Wildlife Biologists will prioritize assessing and mitigating the ecological impacts of the Palisades wildfires across LA County, with a specific emphasis on avian species and habitats.
Key responsibilities include:
Assessing Bird Impacts: Conduct field surveys to evaluate how wildfires have affected bird populations, nesting sites, and migration routes.
Habitat Evaluations: Map burned areas and identify critical bird habitats, such as nesting trees, feeding grounds, and migration corridors.
Bird Monitoring: Use techniques like bird banding, acoustic monitoring, camera traps, and direct observation to study post-fire bird activity and population shifts.
Sampling for Avian Ecosystems: Collect and analyze soil, vegetation, and water samples to understand contamination risks and habitat recovery conditions vital to bird survival.
Species Recovery Efforts: Focus on displaced or endangered bird species by supporting their relocation, rehabilitation, and protection.
Restoration Planning for Birds: Develop strategies to restore vegetation and improve conditions for bird recovery, including erosion control and native plant replanting for food and shelter.
Collaborating on Hazardous Sites: Work with hazardous material survey teams to ensure bird habitats and needs are prioritized in environmental mitigation plans.
Field Documentation: Record observations, sampling data, and bird behavior patterns using tablets for efficient reporting and targeted analysis.
Candidate Requirements
BS/BA degree in Biology, Ecology, or related field (preferred: Wildlife Biology).
An Associate’s degree will be considered with strong field experience in wildlife or ecological studies.
Ideally 1+ years of experience in ecological assessments or wildlife monitoring, particularly in wildfire-affected areas.
Familiarity with wildlife survey techniques and ecological restoration principles.
Ability to work 60+ hours per week in outdoor environments under challenging conditions.
Valid driver’s license.
Requires passing a motor vehicle record (MVR) background check and maintaining a safe driving record.
Medically cleared to wear a respirator if required during hazardous site work.
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Title: Biologist/Ecologist
Company: Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals
Location: Los Angeles, California, USA
Category: Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care (Environmental Science), Science (Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology)
