What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Biology (Environmental Consulting Firm) position at Surf to Snow Environmental Resource Management, Inc.?

Surf to Snow is looking for a Director of Biological Services to join our team! This is an exciting time of growth for our company : we've increased our headcount by 26% in the last year and we aren't slowing down. In this role, you'll lead the development of new work and oversee the execution of current work. You'll use your excellent leadership and communication skills to guide the technical solutions, including growing the team and expertise. You will be responsible for maintaining the technical accuracy of deliverables and ensuring team members have appropriate technical training to support client needs. You will provide technical expertise and mentor junior staff, while collaborating with fellow members of the leadership and project management teams

Essential Functions

Manage implementation of QA / QC process for all technical documents and deliverables.
Support and / or lead proposal submittals
Identify and build relationships with customers and potential customers
Support and develop strategy for continued departmental growth
Ensure the success of biology projects
Manage Biology Department procedures and best practices
Manage training programs for department employees, including job safety, technical skills, and excellent customer service.
Oversee and support biology projects as Project Manager and / or technical expert.
Coach, mentor, and develop biology staff, including overseeing new employee onboarding and assisting in continuing staff career development planning and opportunities.
Support special projects
Actively participate and support strategic planning for the organization.

Qualifications

Minimum :

S. (M.S. or PhD preferred) in Biology, Wildlife Biology, Ecology, or related field

10 years relevant experience

Valid CA driver's license or ability to obtain by first day of hire

Ability to perform and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, exercise initiative, and creativity meet deadlines and goals

Ability to maintain professional relationships with diverse groups including field staff, contractors, and clients

Excellent communication skills, both in writing and orally, with customers, vendors, employees, and peers

Ability to identify problems while analytically and creatively identifying solutions

Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills

Detail oriented and great organization skills

Ability to strategically make decisions while maintaining big-picture perspective and group vision

Knowledge of California's biological resources with a strength in wildlife and / or wetland ecology

Desired :

Current or previous USFWS 10(a)(1)(A) Permit and current / previous CDFW Scientific Collecting Permits

Strong understanding of FESA, CESA, CEQA, and NEPA

Experience working with utilities and federal clients

Knowledge and experience in business and leadership

Demonstrated success building an organization, establishing procedures, and coaching / developing a team

Demonstrated ability to serve as a knowledge resource to the organization's owners / leaders that provides leadership and direction

Who We Are :

Surf To Snow Environmental Resource Management (S2S) is a full-service environmental consulting firm that supports Clients and other strategic partners in all major lines of business, general construction, including electric transmission, gas transmission, power generation, distribution / facilities support, environmental permitting, and site restoration projects. Founded in 2008, we are a California-based disabled veteran-owned business. With a strong technical background and the ability to be flexible and responsive to our clients' needs, S2S is uniquely qualified to provide a multitude of environmental services to our clients while helping to meet diverse regulatory requirements. S2S provides planning, permitting, project management, compliance monitoring, stormwater, and site restoration services that result in the successful, timely, on-budget completion of a project while meeting regulatory requirements and preserving the surrounding ecosystem. http : / / www.s2serm.com

Benefits include :

Great dental, heath, and vision insurance

Employer paid life insurance

Paid time off

11 paid company holidays per year

401K contribution matching

Access to Employee Assistance Program

The pay range for this position is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Actual pay will be based upon a range of factors including, but not limited to, experience, education, level of responsibility, skills, abilities and overall alignment with market data for similar functions.

Interested in S2S but this position isn't quite right for you? Check out our website for more opportunities!

https : / / s2serm.com / opportunities /

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