Desert Biologist/Ecologist
Location: Western Mojave Desert, CA Job Level: Staff or Senior Scientist Employment Status: Full-Time (Regular) Responsibilities: Tetra Tech, Inc. (www.tetratech.com), a full service environmental sciences consulting firm, seeks a Biologist/Ecologist to provide support for our expanding operations in the Western Mojave Desert. The person will be based in the Lancaster/Palmdale California area. Primary duties will be to work with a team of other scientists conducting a diverse array of biological investigations at locations throughout southern California, particularly the Mojave Desert. Regular duties will involve both field and office work. The field work will involve biological sampling of Mojave Desert flora and fauna, conducting Phase I site assessments, and other field related duties. The office work shall involve the review and manipulation of environmental data sets, preparation of biological reports and site assessments, and assisting with computer modeling and statistical analysis of data sets, and assisting senior project managers with other aspects of biological/ecological investigations and project planning. Candidates with experience conducting and preparing Biological Assessments, Resource Management Plans, NEPA/CEQA documents, and Ecological Risk Assessments are encouraged to apply. Please note, this position requires a commitment to travel and conduct field work within the Mojave Desert Region. Experience Requirements: Minimum of two years direct and relevant experience required, preferably within a consulting environment. Must have experience writing and reviewing environmental reports as well as preparing and analyzing environmental data. Experience and knowledge of Mojave Desert flora and fauna is required. Additional consideration will be given to those candidates with experience/permits for handling special status species. Experience working on DoD installations is considered a plus. Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, capable of multi-tasking, comfortable working with limited supervision, and be able to meet and manage deadlines. Candidates must clearly state in their application materials how they meet or exceed these essential requirements. Skills Requirements: Knowledge of IBM-compatible computers and Microsoft Office suite of programs. Must have direct experience an excellent working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook. Must have ability and skills to efficiently work in front of a computer workstation for considerable periods of time. Experience with statistical, GIS, and graphics software is considered a plus. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential. Education Requirements: B.S. or M.S. in Biology/Ecology or a related field is required. Relocation Assistance: Negotiable Fax or e-mail resume to: Tetra Tech, Inc., Attn.: Rhonda Carlisle, 3746 Mount Diablo Blvd., Suite 300, Lafayette, CA 94549. Fax: 925-283-0780. Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Theodore E. Donn, Jr, PhD | Principal Ecologist (E.S.A. Certified) Main: 925.283.3771, ext 153 | Fax: 925.283.0780 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tetra Tech | Research and Development 3746 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Suite 300 | Lafayette, CA 94549| www.tetratech.com PLEASE NOTE: This message, including any attachments, may include privileged, confidential and/or inside information. Any distribution or use of this communication by anyone other than the intended recipient is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender by replying to this message and then delete it from your system.
