SCB Bulletin Board Tag: Biologist

mdesafey on "Senior Project Manager - CEQA Regulatory Compliance"

mdesafey — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:14:17 +0000

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager who will have the responsibilities of providing project management and technical direction to a variety of CEQA/NEPA compliance projects throughout California.

The ideal individual would have 5+ years experience working as a project manager overseeing the development of CEQA/NEPA Compliance documentation. This would include providing project management and technical guidance in the design, writing, and development of the overall project, including all reports, budgets, schedules and scopes of work, training and client relations, technical oversight.

Must have previous experience and expertise in CEQA/NEPA compliance regulations and environmental permitting for transportation, land development, infrastructure projects, water resources and/or energy projects.

Requires a degree in Environmental Planning, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources or related discipline. Must have Exceptional project management, staff mentoring and written/verbal communication abilities desired.

Position is based in Irvine, California and offers excellent compensation and benefits.

For consideration please forward resume or contact directly:

Sequence Systems
Attn: Michael DeSafey
2008 Opportunity Drive #150
Roseville, CA 95678
Phone: 916-782-6900x 202
Fax: 916-782-6307
Email: mdesafey@sequencestaffing.com
www.sequencestaffing.com

mdesafey on "Job: Senior Biologist - CEQA Biological Leader"

mdesafey — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:11:27 +0000

Senior Biological CEQA Project Leader

We are seeking a Senior level Biologist who will have the responsibilities of providing project management and technical direction to a variety of environmental compliance projects throughout California.

The ideal individual would have 5+ years experience working as a project manager overseeing the development of CEQA/NEPA Compliance documentation. This would include providing project management and technical guidance in the design, writing, and development of the overall biological sections of the report, as well as, overseeing research, data collection, field surveys, reports, budgets, schedules and scopes of work, training and client relations.

Must have previous experience and expertise in CEQA/NEPA compliance regulations, environmental permitting (section 401 & 404), conducting wetland delineations, biological assessments, habitat assessments, permitting, restoration plans and vegetation surveys. Understanding of endangered species throughout the southwest is desired

Requires a degree in Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources or related discipline. Exceptional project management, staff mentoring and written/verbal communication abilities desired.

Position is based in Orange County and offers excellent compensation and benefits in an exceptional organization.

For consideration please forward resume or contact directly:

Sequence Systems
Attn: Michael DeSafey
2008 Opportunity Drive #150
Roseville, CA 95678
Phone: 916-782-6900 x202
Fax: 916-782-6307
Email: mdesafey@sequencestaffing.com
www.sequencestaffing.com

Should you background not match specifically what we are seeking in the Senior Biologist. Please feel free to forward your resume as we currently have a number of positions available in the biological, Ecological and Project Manager arena that your skills and career goals may be a better match. Please view our website at www.sequencestaffing.com

MikeBlackmore on "Senior CEQA/NEPA Project Manager, Staff/Field Biologists & Archaeologists"

MikeBlackmore — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 17:15:13 +0000

Company Profile
URS Corporation, ranked number one on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design since 2001 is a leading provider of planning, design, systems engineering and integration, technology development, program and construction management, and operations and maintenance services to federal, state and local government agencies in the U.S., Fortune 500 corporations worldwide and government clients.

The Planning, Natural & Cultural Resources Departments in our Santa Barbara is looking for Senior & Mid CEQA/NEPA Project Managers, Biologist and Archaeologist.

Senior CEQA/NEPA Project Manager
Position involves permitting large renewable energy and conventional power projects. EIR/EA/EIS document preparation oversight of associated technical studies. Senior team member on projects in a technical and management role to ensure an effective execution and completion of projects. Also, responsible for project budget, cost management, data analysis, agency and client coordination, supervising junior staff. Additionally, it is expected position will support business development in the environmental practice area through, at a minimum, participation in proposal development and presentation. Requirements: Bachelors or Master’s degree in biology, environmental planning, or related field with 15+ years experience in environmental impact assessment (CEQA/NEPA) and permitting, with multiple years in a project manager role. Must have experience in the preparation of EA/EIR/EIS documents and a strong background in CEQA/NEPA technical application processes. Knowledgeable of applicable state, local and federal codes and regulations required. Project experience may include Power Plant Permitting, Air and Noise Permitting, Transportation Planning & Corridor Studies, Endangered Species, Water Resources, Coastal Zoning, Land Use, General Plan Revisions and Updates or similar Infrastructure related projects. Must have strong writing skills and be proficient with MS Office.

Staff/Field Biologist
Will perform biological resources evaluations, develop habitat restoration and management programs, prepare environmental review documents, performance impact assessments, consultation with resource agency staff, manage complex endangered species-related permitting projects, and prepare proposals. Requirements: BS in biology, ecology, botany or similar field with minimum of 1 year private or public sector experience in related position conducting field and wildlife surveys and plant identification. Must be a team player and critical thinker with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Archaeologist
Archaeological field survey, archeological excavation and site testing, assistance with report preparation, DPR 523 forms, and data entry. Requirements: BA/BS in relevant field with 1 year basic archaeological field experience in Central and Southern California. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

How To Apply
URS Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly supports diversity in our workforce. M/F/V/D. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. For immediate consideration please submit your resume to mike_blackmore@urscorp.com

CNPS on "Vegetation Data Coordinator Position at California Native Plant Society"

CNPS — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 17:10:58 +0000

VEGETATION DATA COORDINATOR – JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

FROM: CALIFORNIA NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY
DATE: 01/09/2008

The California Native Plant Society is seeking an experienced ecologist, biologist, or GIS analyst for the Vegetation Program to work full-time on vegetation projects involving surveying, databasing, mapping, and describing vegetation throughout the state.

The principal focus of the work over the next year will support a vegetation mapping and classification project in the Sierra Nevada Foothills and the San Joaquin Valley ecosystems of California. As defined here, this includes the foothills above the Central Valley to around 1200 m in elevation, and it also includes the Carrizo Plain, Temblor Range, and Elk Hills, and the San Joaquin Valley south of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in plant ecology, landscape ecology, botany, geography, and conservation in California.

The CNPS Vegetation Data Coordinator position offers experience in mission planning for field sampling, compiling and quality controlling field survey data, managing field and GIS data, mapping vegetation, categorizing vegetation through analyses and reports, and training and supervising others in the field or office. Compiling and analyzing field survey information collected by CNPS, cooperating agencies, and other organizations is an important facet of the job. CNPS maintains a uniform system for vegetation sampling, vegetation classification and mapping, and plant information databases. Developed over the past 15 years by CNPS, these systems are used by both government and non-government institutions.

Qualifications for the successful applicant include the following:
. A BS/BA degree in biology, ecology, or related field; graduate work in biology, plant ecology, or
geography is desirable
. Knowledge of California vegetation and/or the California flora
. Experience in biological fieldwork and in plant/vegetation survey techniques
. Proficiency in entering, quality controlling, assembling, and managing large datasets in databases
and spreadsheets (MS Access experience desired)
. Ability to interpret topographic, vegetation, aerial photography, and other maps
. Experience with GPS units and with GIS software (e.g., ArcView and/or ArcGIS)
. Ability to analyze vegetation and environmental data in statistical and/or GIS software
. Strong observational, writing, verbal, analytical, and organizational skills with attention to detail
. Ability to work efficiently, independently, and as part of a team
. Experience in supervising individuals and training or teaching people.

The salary is offered at $45,000 to $50,000 per year, commensurate with experience. The position is full-time with secured funding for at least eleven months, and extended employment may be possible through future grants/ contracts.

To apply, submit the following materials: cover letter of interest, résumé or curriculum vitae, and three references (including reference name, address, phone number, and email). Please send your application materials via post mail, fax, or email to:
California Native Plant Society
2707 K Street, Suite 1
Sacramento, CA 95816
Attn: Vegetation Position
Fax: (916) 447-2727

Primary contact is Julie M. Evens, Senior Vegetation Ecologist, at jevens@cnps.org.

Application deadline and interview: Review of applications will begin by January 22, 2007, although the position will remain open until it is filled. Interviews will begin on or after January 24, 2007 - by phone or in person. Please see the CNPS website for detailed description of the job, and descriptions of the CNPS organization and Vegetation Program at www.cnps.org.

The California Native Plant Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F

MikeBlackmore on "Biologist - San Diego, CA"

MikeBlackmore — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 10:59:07 +0000

URS Corporation, ranked number one on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms for Seventh consecutive year is a leading provider of planning, design, systems engineering and integration, technology development, program and construction management, and operations and maintenance services to federal, state and local government agencies in the U.S., Fortune 500 corporations worldwide and government clients in Europe and Asia/Pacific. We’re currently looking for a Biologist in our San Diego, CA office.

URS22342 - Biologist
Responsibilities: Will participate in rare plant surveys, wetland delineation, vegetation mapping, habitat restoration planning, wildlife surveys, endangered species surveys, CEQA/NEPA and ESA assessments.

Requirements: Bachelors in Plant Ecology, Botany, Native Plant Horticulture, Zoology, or Wildlife Biology. Minimum 1 year practical experience associated with education or employment in plant ecology/botany field or wildlife biology field.

URS Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly supports diversity in our workforce. M/F/V/D. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. For immediate consideration please submit your resume online at www.urscorp.com and refer to Requisition # URS22342 or send your resume to mike_blackmore@urscorp.com.