Title: Field Herpetology Technician/ Research Associate Agency: Swaim Biological, Inc. (SBI)
Location: San Francisco Bay Area, California Job Description: 1 - 2 seasonal positions available from January to mid-November 2007. 4 - 6 additional positions available from late February to mid-November 2007. Duties include data collection for pre-construction surveys, research investigating the effects of prescribed burns and vegetation removal on herpetofauna, surveys and habitat assessments for endangered and threatened reptiles and amphibians. Data entry, biological monitoring, drift fence installation, trap building and some office work may be required. Field work may involve long work days with potential early and late shifts and lengthy commutes. Applicants must be able to work in all weather conditions including hot, dry conditions; field sites are steep and demanding. Field technicians must be willing to work on some holidays and weekends during the field season. Use of personal vehicles may be required (mileage will be reimbursed at the standard rate). Potential permanent, full-time appointment is contingent on performance and funding. Qualifications: B.S. in wildlife biology, ecology, zoology or closely related field. Upper-level undergraduate students with relevant experience will also be considered. Applicants must have a valid drivers license. Previous field experience, strong identification skills, accurate data collection, and a good sense of direction are essential. Ability to use digital cameras and drive a 4x4 vehicle off road is ideal. Preference will be given to biologists with experience handling snakes and PIT tagging. Applicants should be comfortable working alone, as well as part of a team. Salary: $14-20/hour, commensurate with experience. No housing provided. Application Deadline: Open until filled. Send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references by email to Tammy Lim, Wildlife Biologist/ Project Manager at [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ Title: Project Manager/ Senior Level Wildlife Biologist Agency: Swaim Biological, Inc. (SBI) Location: San Francisco Bay Area, California Job Description: 1-2 permanent, senior-level project manager/ wildlife biologist positions. Start date in late January or early February. The position requires oversight of habitat assessments, field research projects, construction monitoring, and protocol surveys primarily involving special status reptile and amphibian species. Duties include all aspects of project management: writing proposals, budgets, maintaining client contacts, report writing, and data management. This is a unique opportunity for a senior biologist to participate in a significant amount of field work. Applicant must be comfortable directing field crews and be an effective leader. Field work may require long hours with potential early and late shifts. Applicants must be able to work in hot, dry conditions; field sites are steep and demanding; some weekend and/or holiday work is necessary. Use of personal vehicles may be required (mileage will be reimbursed at the standard rate). Minimum Qualifications: B.S or M.S. in wildlife biology, ecology, zoology or closely related field. 5+ years project management experience and field experience preferred. Working knowledge of CEQA, NEPA and ESA is required. Excellent written and communication skills are essential. Salary: Negotiable and commensurate with experience. Health insurance included. Application Deadline: Open until filled. Send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references by email to Karen Swaim at [EMAIL PROTECTED] .
