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ASSOCIATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROFESSIONALS
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JOB AND INTERNSHIP PROSPECTS!
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The AEP San Diego Chapter provides this service free of charge to help bring employees and employers together. Click on the company titles to be directed to their web site for more information.
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A well-established global consulting firm is seeking a Senior Level Biologist for a Southern California location, which is primarily focused on work in the renewable and traditional energy arenas (wind, solar, hydropower, and transmission lines).
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8-10 years experience managing biological resources staff, providing support for environmental assessment and planning projects in California, as well as possess excellent project management and team leadership skills. Among the qualities needed are a demonstrated excellence in technical writing and editing, and strong communication/oral presentation skills. The successful candidate will have experience in the management of CEQA and NEPA permitting projects, and possess direct experience with large-scale renewable energy and transmission line projects. Extensive experience in implementing and ensuring required compliance under the California Endangered Species Act and Federal ESA is necessary. The candidate may also be required to conduct field work in remote locations under harsh environmental conditions that may include walking or traveling long distances under moderate load.
Requirements:
Bachelors degree (Masters preferred) in applicable field (biological sciences, wildlife ecology/management, or closely related discipline.
Minimum 10 years experience managing biological resource staff.
Regional work experience with wildlife species and habitats in California ecosystems.
Biological resources-related mitigation design, monitoring, and evaluation plans
Land use related environmental impact analysis and agency consulting for regulatory compliance and permitting (NEPA, ESA, MBTA, CWA, and State equivalents).
Desired qualifications: Prior experience in environmental consulting and energy infrastructure projects or land use planning is highly desired, as well as possession of state and federal individual permit(s) to capture/handle protected species.
This is a permanent position that provides a starting salary of $90,000- $120,000 annually, depending upon experience, plus an attractive benefit package.
For further information, and for a full job description of this position, please contact us at:
powerrecruiter@hotmail.com
Posted: July 26, 2010
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Environmental Science Associates (ESA) is a 260-person environmental consulting firm with 40 years of experience specializing in all aspects of project planning, environmental analysis and assessment, natural resource management, and regulatory compliance. Our talented team of scientists, planners, and other experts assist clients ranging from government agencies to non-profits to private industry.
ESA is seeking Associate & Senior-level Biologists to work in either our Los Angeles or San Diego offices.
Senior Biologist Applicants should be able to work both independently and as part of a team, manage biological resource assessment projects, and have a working knowledge of biological databases. The successful applicant will be working on a variety of project types, including water and wastewater infrastructure, commercial and residential development, airports, energy resources, transportation, land management, monitoring, and restoration.
Senior Biologist Requirements
Minimum education of a B.A. /B.S. in biology, botany, ecology, or wildlife with 3 to 8 years of experience in biology resources in Southern California. A Masters Degree is preferred.
Strong background and experience in conducting field surveys for a variety of state and federally listed plant and wildlife species.
Experience preparing technical reports, including biological sections for CEQA/NEPA, FESA/CESA, and CWA Section 404 documents.
Applicable USFWS and DFG permits for the handling of listed species, including birds, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals.
Strong technical writing skills, GIS experience, and consulting experience.
Main job duties for Associate Biologist:
Conduct vegetation/habitat mapping, presence/absence surveys for sensitive plants and animals, and assist in wetland delineations; prepare biological resource components of environmental analyses, support permit applications for the Corps of Engineers, US Fish and Wildlife Service, California Fish and Game, and the California Regional Water Quality Control Board; and assist in the design and implementation of habitat restoration projects.
Associate Biologist Requirements:
1-3 years related work experience;
Bachelors degree in wildlife biology, zoology or botany (graduate degree preferred);
GIS skills consistent with mapping and report preparation;
Experience working with biological resources, wetlands, and the regulatory arena, especially in the field of environmental consulting;
Experience with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) preferred but not required;
Strong technical writing skills and critical thinking; and
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
ESA's comprehensive compensation and benefits program reflects our commitment to our employees. Our benefits include: 401(k) Salary Deferral Plan, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, medical and dental insurance, vision care, paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, group life insurance, group disability insurance, credit union membership, ride-sharing/commuter assistance, Healthcare & Daycare Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and an Employee Referral Bonus program.
If you are interested in applying to this position or would like additional information, please visit our website at www.esassoc.com.
EOE
Posted: July 15, 2010
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The San Diego Chapter of AEP supports students who are preparing to pursue careers in the environmental field. As part of our support efforts, we are providing an active employment assistance program which functions as an intermediary between the students and the environmental business community at large.
While AEP does not guarantee employment, every possible effort is made to assist students in pursuing work experience in the diverse environmental profession. The San Diego Chapter of AEP will accept and post internship opportunities for undergraduates and/or graduate students who are actively engaged in the pursuit of a career in a field with an environmental emphasis.
We encourage you to participate in our efforts. Please complete and submit the form, which is available for you to download, by clicking on the above title. You may also can send an e-mail or letter with your address to request a form. E-mails should be sent to Julie Wang at julie.wang@ch2m.com. Letters should be sent to:
Association of Environmental Professionals
Attn: Student Internship Opportunity
P.O. Box 82604
San Diego, CA 92138
Thank you!
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