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Tierra Data Inc. seeks one or more staff biologist/ecologist/ habitat restoration/specialist who is familiar with southern California native habitats and regulatory environment. Must be able to gather, analyze and use data effectively (species lists, vegetation mapping, transect data,) in written reports and communicate verbally with regulatory agencies, engineers and clients. Must be able to work both independently and within a collaborative team, and meet deadlines within a project scope and budget.
Tierra Data is a small environmental consulting company, providing natural resources services in southern California and elsewhere in the western US for more than 30 years. This/these position(s) will be in support of our client base of public and private entities. To learn more about Tierra Data, please view our website at tierradata.com.
Responsibilities will include:
• Coordinate natural resources and habitat restoration projects
• Conduct biological resources surveys
• Conduct environmental impact analyses
• Prepare environmental documents in accordance with CEQA and NEPA
• Prepare biological reports for specific projects in various jurisdictions
• Develop and maintain client relationships
• Expectation of 60% field work and 40% office
Position requires a Master’s degree or Bachelor’s equivalent plus experience in Ecology, Environmental Science, Wildlife Biology, Vegetation Science, Restoration Ecology or other related field. At least three years of work experience is preferred with either degree. Strong writing and verbal communication skills are essential, as well as quantitative skills such as statistics, and database construction and management.
Position subject matter coverage may include a broad range of natural resources in aquatic, terrestrial, and marine environments, plant or wildlife related with some wetland delineation support. Experience with conservation and habitat restoration planning and execution is preferred, as well as field surveys, literature reviews, and creation of protection and mitigation/conservation measures. Quality assurance and control of own work products and those of peers will be required. Other duties may include:
• Professional capacity building, such as seeking and maintaining professional society certifications.
• Technical editing, budget management, data management, business development
• Building relationships with clients and peers for new and repeat work.
Tierra Data offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical insurance and a retirement plan.
Salary depends on qualifications.
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