Biologist Ecologist Position

Tierra Data Inc., a small and growing natural resources planning firm based in Escondido, California, is seeking a qualified candidate for an Ecologist/Biologist position. The position is designed to support ongoing and future projects in natural resources management with a diverse number of clients in both the public and private sector.

The applicant must have a Master’s degree in environmental studies/science, ecology, plant/wildlife ecology, marine ecology or a related field. A successful candidate would also have the following qualifications:

• Prior experience in writing/preparing NEPA documents highly desired. Experience in preparing natural resource management plans, watershed plans, habitat assessments, environmental impact assessments, biological assessments or wildlife plans, also a plus.

• Working knowledge of federal environmental laws and legislation and/or prior experience working with federal environmental agencies such as USFWS, USACE, etc., a plus.

• Solid analytical, research and organizational skills.

• Strong writing and editing skills crucial for composing scientific reports and synthesizing literature.

• Familiarity with database and spreadsheet applications such as Excel and Access.

• GIS experience a plus.

• High degree of initiative.

• Team-work oriented with an ability to work collaboratively and constructively with others in a dynamic environment, manage multiple tasks, identify and respond to needs as they arise, and remain flexible and self-motivated.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including strong diplomatic skills in working directly with clients and a capacity to work under tight timelines.

• Willingness to travel within Southern California and California in general.

Tierra Data Inc. has an established reputation for excellence in natural resources management and planning in the region. This position will include work that is both challenging and rewarding, with opportunities to contribute to projects that are interesting, innovative, and frequently cutting-edge in design and implementation. Tierra Data Inc. retains the ability to be strategic in its work assignments and provide opportunities for meaningful professional growth through staff collaboration on projects in their areas of interest. Staff are also encouraged and have flexibility to develop and pursue (with current and potential clients) projects within their area of interest and which fall within the firm’s scope of capabilities.

The position would begin around March 15 – April 15, 2012.

Please email a resume, cover letter and three references by February 26, 2012 to Faith Much at faith@tierradata.com

Due to volume of applications, we will only be contacting those whom we select for interview. No phone calls please.