Job Postings

Job Postings

If you have job announcements you would like posted on this page, send them to jobs@tws-west.org. Job listings will be posted for 3 months unless a closing date is listed on the job announcement.

There is also a jobs page on the national TWS web site at careers.wildlife.org

(Date indicates when each announcement was posted to the web site.)

30 June, 2025: Seasonal Waterbird Biologist, San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory                           

The San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory (SFBBO) is a regional not-for-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of birds by conducting scientific research, avian population monitoring, habitat restoration, and connecting people to nature. We conduct this work in support of bird and habitat conservation. 

We are looking for someone to join our team as a field Biologist. The position will begin on September 1st or as soon after as possible. The position will continue for at least 6 months (through Feb 28 2026), with the possibility of extension for an additional 3 months (through May 31 2026). 

The biologist will assist with waterbird surveys at managed ponds in support of the South Bay Salt Pond Restoration Project (www.southbayrestoration.org), with supplemental assistance with additional field biology projects. The biologist will receive training and mentorship from SFBBO staff and will develop their skills in waterbird survey techniques and data management.

The position will require an average of 30 hours per week, with the exact time commitment dependent on the duration of field surveys. The position will be based in Milpitas, CA with field sites throughout South San Francisco Bay. 

In this role you will:

  • Conduct waterbird surveys and water quality sampling at South Bay ponds, identifying and counting all 80+ waterbird species present

  • Work with SFBBO staff, partner agencies, and volunteers to coordinate field work

  • Enter, proof, and manage data collected

  • Assist with equipment maintenance

  • Assist with other SFBBO avian fieldwork and projects as assigned

  • Execute an independent project with assistance from senior staff

Required Qualifications:

  • BA/BS in biology, ecology, or related field OR equivalent work experience

  • Experienced at bird identification and familiar with waterbird species of the San Francisco Bay (including shorebirds, gulls, and waterfowl)

  • Strong independent work ethic, organizational skills, and attention to detail

  • Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record (for traveling to field sites; a reliable personal vehicle is recommended for reaching the SFBBO offices but not required)

  • Ability to navigate and orient using maps 

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Effective oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Excellent waterbird identification skills of challenging groups (gulls, peeps)

  • Experience counting large flocks of foraging and roosting birds

  • Off-road driving experience (SFBBO truck provided for driving to field sites)

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Access

  • Ability to work independently in ArcGIS or R desirable, but not necessary

Schedule and Physical Requirements:

  • The ability to traverse uneven, rough, or inclined terrain while in the field in order to carry out field surveys. The hire will be exposed to outdoor elements (mud, sun, dust, salt spray) while conducting field surveys.

  • The ability to tolerate long field days in isolated locations (up to 8 hours)

  • Irregular hours on field survey days, including early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends; most weeks will be 5 days in the field, with work hours variable depending on the time of high tide, sunrise, and sunset

  • The ability to drive company vehicles off-road to remote field locations (SFBBO truck provided for off-road driving)

  • The person in this role will sometimes need to move or transfer materials weighing up to 20 pounds

  • Reasonable accommodations will be made to allow individuals to perform the essential functions of this position

Our Commitment to Diversity

SFBBO is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team. We firmly believe that diverse employee teams help us to achieve our best organizational outcomes and provide the most effective support to the equally diverse communities we serve. We are deeply dedicated to creating and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and supportive work environment. We believe in growth and supporting our employees as best we can so they can become their best selves in and outside of work. A healthy work environment means building an inclusive culture where people can thrive together and feel supported and empowered.

We strongly encourage people of all backgrounds and identities, including but not limited to people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply. If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know. In your cover letter, please feel free to note which pronouns you use (they/them, she/her, he/him, etc.).

Compensation

Compensation is $23.50/hour. This is a part-time position, with an expected average of 30 hours per week (range of 15-35 hours a week). There is the possibility of additional part-time hours for individuals with the capability to work independently in R or ArcGIS. Remote work and flexible hours are available on non-field days. An SFBBO vehicle or reimbursement for use of a personal vehicle will be available for pre-approved, work-related travel. SFBBO will also provide most field gear, including a spotting scope.

To Apply

Please email a CV/resume, three references, and a cover letter telling us why you are a great match for our role to Amy Parsons, aparsons@sfbbo.org. Questions about the position can be sent to the same address. We plan to review applications Friday, July 18th and interview candidates the week of July 21st.

23 June, 2025:  Associate Vegetation Ecologist and Vegetation Data Specialist, California Native Plant Society

The CNPS Vegetation Program is hiring two full-time positions with varying experience levels. Both positions include at least 8 months of work, beginning in July 2025, and may be extended based future funding. The positions include a full-time, non-exempt Associate Vegetation Ecologist position and a full-time, exempt Vegetation Data Specialist position. 

Both roles are responsible for supporting regional vegetation inventory, classification, mapping, and monitoring efforts focused on either southwestern or northern California in addition to other areas, through the coordination of field missions and the promotion of the Manual of California Vegetation and Sensitive Natural Communities Initiative. Areas of focus for field work include a) Santa Barbara to San Diego and b) Northern California counties. Areas of focus for office work (data compilation, analysis, and reporting) extend across northern California (including Humboldt to Modoc and Siskiyou to El Dorado counties).
 
The positions require detail-oriented individuals to coordinate fieldwork and crews in vegetation inventory and mapping efforts, to assist in vegetation fieldwork in key ecological regions, to organize and integrate vegetation data in regional efforts, to analyze/classify and describe vegetation, and to increase training, outreach, and communication on California’s vegetation. The positions will typically work independently and may have the opportunity to lead teams of 4+ staff, partners, and/or volunteers, in the office or in the field. Other responsibilities include training staff, students, and/or volunteers on data collection, data entry, vegetation community classification, and Geographic Information System (GIS) tasks using CNPS vegetation methods and related work (e.g., GIS range map production, conservation status ranks & rarity evaluation of vegetation types, plant identification & specimen collection).   
 
To qualify for the Vegetation Data Specialist position, candidates must have at least 6 years of professional experience in a directly related field (excluding college coursework) and prior experience supervising staff. The Vegetation Data Specialist may oversee up to 2 direct reports, providing mentorship and managing their performance.  

These are both full-time (40-hour week) remote, home-office based positions, for residents of California. 

Online applications (here), accepted through June 30, 2025.

5 June, 2025: Post-doctoral Researcher, The Wilderness Society, Alaska

POSITION TITLE: Post-doctoral Researcher (Ecological Modeling Specialist)                 

DEPARTMENT: Science

CLASSIFICATION: Senior Specialist ($60,000 – $75,000 per year)

REPORTS TO: Senior Ecologist, Alaska

LOCATION: Flexible (Anchorage, AK preferred)

 Company Overview

The Wilderness Society (TWS) is a leading conservation organization working to protect America’s wild places and public lands for the health of local communities, wildlife, and climate. Founded in 1935, and now with more than one million members and supporters, The Wilderness Society has led the effort to permanently protect 111 million acres of wilderness and to ensure the sound management of America’s public lands. TWS is scaling up its work to develop solutions to the challenges of climate change, the loss of biodiversity, and deep inequities with access to the benefits of nature. TWS is working to achieve four major collective impact results: protecting 30 percent of America’s lands and waters by 2030, transitioning off of fossil fuel development on public lands to well-sited renewable energy, securing equitable access to public lands and their benefits, and building a critical mass of support for conservation of public lands.

General Description

Caribou (Rangifer tarandus) rely on an intact, healthy, connected environment to thrive. In turn, people – especially Alaska Native peoples who have lived with caribou since time immemorial – rely on healthy herds of caribou and their habitat. At TWS, we study caribou because they matter to people, are vital to the health and stability of arctic ecosystems, and use vast areas of the Alaskan Arctic throughout the year – meaning that protecting caribou also conserves large ecosystems and the many species within those ecosystems.

Research by TWS scientists and others has provided insights into how caribou move across Arctic landscapes and how human activity and development alter caribou behavior. This helps inform management decisions seeking to balance the needs of caribou and people and may help guide permitting and mitigation requirements. Often, however, studies are done after development has been approved and constructed, limiting the opportunity for proactive evaluation of the impacts of project alternatives. Simulation modeling offers an opportunity to use existing information about how human activities affect caribou to explore consequences of alternatives before they are permitted.

We are looking for a skilled post-doctoral researcher to help develop and apply data-based simulation models reflecting responses of caribou to roads. The post-doc will be an important member of our science team, which is made up of ecologists, wildlife biologists, and geographers with diverse expertise. The post-doc will serve as the lead for model development and application, working closely with the Senior Ecologist and an international team of collaborators to develop the model framework and associated research questions.

The position relies on extensive professional knowledge and technical skills to independently complete a range of projects, with responsibilities including developing research questions, creating simulation models, conducting scientific research, applying analytical tools in support of conservation, sharing findings in an accessible and interactive manner, and authoring scientific publications. The position will lead development of a modeling framework that brings together new and existing tools and approaches, with a goal of better understanding caribou response to roads and predicting effects of existing or potential roads on 1) movement and distribution, 2) survival and reproduction, and, ultimately, 3) population dynamics. This individual will also work closely with teams across TWS, including Conservation Programs & Policy, Legal, Government Relations, and Communications.

This position plays an important role in supporting an inclusive organizational culture that is grounded in trust and accountability to shared goals and outcomes. TWS has made diversity, equity, and inclusion strategic priorities for the organization and the post-doctoral researcher will integrate these priorities throughout their work. Across our team, we aspire to be campaign oriented, nimble, collaborative, innovative, transparent, and supportive of staff – our greatest asset.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Develop a data-based simulation model of road effects on caribou movement, distribution, and fitness. The model will be parameterized where possible from existing knowledge, account for uncertainty, and be adaptable to refinement and expansion as additional information is acquired.
  • Conduct analyses with the TWS Science team and an international group of collaborators.
  • Publish findings in peer-reviewed scientific papers and share them broadly through development of interactive tools.
  • Communicate research, analytical findings, and policy recommendations to government agencies, Indigenous partners, elected officials, conservation groups, and other audiences.
  • Use scientific research and information to help inform national-level policy issues and landscape outcomes.
  • Work closely with other program staff to develop and integrate scientific program goals and priorities into campaigns to influence management of wildlands and priority landscapes.
  • Participate in organizational committees and conferences.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 QUALIFICATIONS

Experience, Competencies, and Education

  • Ph.D. in ecology, conservation biology, geography, or related field.
  • Experience developing data-based spatial simulation modeling, including individual-based ecological models (IBMs).
  • Demonstrated record analyzing data, writing results, and publishing scientific manuscripts.
  • Proficiency programming or coding in R, Python, or other software packages.
  • Experience creating Shiny apps or other similar tools for interactive communication of research findings.
  • Strong organizational and data management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and on a team.
  • Ability to stay on schedule and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work successfully in teams and with people representing a rich mix of talent, backgrounds, and perspectives—across race, gender, and nationality.
  • Ability to work with interdisciplinary teams of scientists and non-scientists to clearly communicate technical information to diverse audiences in written and oral formats.

Other desirable skills include:

  • Experience working with telemetry data and conducting animal movement analyses.
  • Experience with population modeling.
  • Ability to apply both Bayesian and frequentist statistical approaches to environmental data.
  • Demonstrated collaboration with Indigenous partners.
  • Experience studying caribou.
  • Experience working in the Arctic.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of this position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of experience, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $75,000 depending on experience and location. The position is for one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year contingent on performance. This position can be done from a TWS office (where applicable) or remote work from the following states: AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, ID, IL, ME, MD, MI, MN, MT, NV, NM, NY, NC, OR, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA and WI may be considered. 

Applications are due by July 6, 2025. To apply, please visit: https://thewildernesssociety.careers.hibob.com/jobs/27bffb5f-f9af-45a9-939c-0a4ac696eaab.

The Wilderness Society offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; sick and vacation leave; and a retirement plan. TWS is an equal opportunity employer and actively works to ensure fair treatment of our employees and constituents across culture, socioeconomic status, race, marital or family situation, gender, age, ethnicity, religious beliefs, physical ability, veteran status, or sexual orientation.

As an organization, we aspire to being inclusive in the work that we do, and in the kind of organization we are. Internally this means working as a team that listens to different points of view, recognizes the contributions of every employee, and empowers each employee to bring their whole selves to work every day. Externally this means ensuring that public lands are inclusive and welcoming, so that our shared wildlands can help people and nature to thrive. We are committed to equity throughout our work, which we define as our commitment to realizing the promise of our public lands and ensuring that all can share in their universal benefits.

To learn more about our commitment, please see http://wilderness.org/our-commitment-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-wilderness-society.

5 June, 2025: Principal Investigator, Monterey Bay Aquarium

 Join the U.S. Ocean Conservation research team at Monterey Bay Aquarium as a Principal Investigator.

Link to Posting:

https://lnkd.in/gc_akJuA

3 June, 2025:Forest Management Coordinator, National Wild Turkey Federation

Link to announcement: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/3314171

 

26 May, 2025: Forestry Project Manager, California Association of Resource Conservation Districts

The California Association of Resource Conservation Districts is hiring a Forestry Project Manager. The Forestry Project Manager will work on programs that address forest health, wildfire risk, public safety, and climate change through natural and working lands’ solutions implemented by local RCDs.
 
The job announcement is posted here.
Application deadline is June 11th, or until the position is filled.

 

19 May, 2025: Sr. Resource Management Specialist (Wildlife Focus), Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District

First Application Review Date:  Monday, June 16, 2025

Link to Apply: https://www.calopps.org/midpeninsula-regional-open-space-district/job-20623526

Link to more information: https://twsws-files.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/jobs/SeniorResourceManagementSpecialist.pdf

 

4 May, 2025: Watershed Stewards Corpsmember, SFEI Watershed Stewards Program

The San Francisco Estuary Institute (SFEI) is currently accepting applications for natural resource scientists for the Watershed Stewards Program. SFEI has participated in a program over the last several years that facilitates training entry-level professionals for environmental science fields.

Jumpstart your career as a natural resources scientist!

Applications are due June 30, 2025. The program runs from October 01, 2025 through August 25, 2026. Consider the San Francisco Estuary Institute as your placement site.

Details:

  • Engage in Watershed Restoration & Recovery
  • Engage in Environmental Education & Outreach
  • Engage in Volunteer Recruitment
  • Receive hands-on mentorship from professionals in the field
  • Monthly living stipend of $2,904, medical insurance, and student loan forbearance

Check out the links below for more information about this program and how to apply!

4 May, 2025: Multiple Field Biologist Positions (On-Call/As-Needed), MIG Inc., SF Bay Area or Southern CA Area

Position Description

MIG, Inc. is an award-winning national firm specializing in planning, design, communications, management, science, and technology. We believe that the environment around us has a profound impact on our lives, and our shared vision is of a world where people, communities, and ecosystems thrive. For over 40 years, MIG has engaged the talents of top professionals who plan, design, and sustain communities that connect people to the environment and to each other. Our team members are passionate about their work and share a common desire to engage closely with our clients and the communities impacted by our work.

We are seeking experienced, versatile and motivated As-needed Field Biologists for on-call, project-based employment in the greater San Francisco Bay Area and southern California (Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties). This is a field-based, remote position requiring the ability to be local on assignments for extended periods but linked to a regional headquarters in San Jose. This position supports numerous natural resource projects that address all aspects of a project life cycle including pre-construction habitat assessments, wildlife and plant surveys, construction monitoring, and post-construction effectiveness monitoring. Projects are located in the human-built environment (e.g., housing, transportation, parks) as well as open space.

Experience and Qualifications for Success – What We’d Like to See

A successful candidate can manage time and competing priorities, think critically and creatively, work as part of a collaborative team, and maintain a sense of humor and camaraderie. In addition, there should be some combination of the following qualifications:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, botany, or related natural resources field (an advanced degree is a plus but not required).
  • Relevant experience in environmental consulting, natural resource management, or a closely related field.
  • Field experience and professional skills associated with a specialty, such as jurisdictional waters/wetland delineations, botanical surveys, and/or regional special-status wildlife, plant species and sensitive natural communities.
  • Work experience that may include plant species identification using dichotomous keys; California wetland delineation; explaining state and federal regulatory permitting processes; aquatic and terrestrial wildlife species identification; habitat and impact assessment in California; construction monitoring/management; worker environmental awareness training, and other suitable work experience.
  • Reliable personal transportation and internet access to attend staff meetings at the office or other work locations. Although telecommuting is generally encouraged, we also value in-person meetings.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds of equipment or supplies (such as rodent traps, field gear, or other field equipment) across uneven terrain and install equipment above ground surfaces using a ladder.
  • Be professional and organized with exceptional attention to detail, including survey protocols and budgets.
  • Ability to safely conduct fieldwork in challenging terrain and difficult weather conditions as necessary.
  • Excellent verbal communication and analytical and technical writing skills, including the ability to convey technical information to internal and external teams in a clear, concise manner.
  • Capabilities with office and field applications including the Microsoft Office Suite and field-based data collection apps such as ESRI Field Maps, Survey 123, Avenza, or Gaia. Ability to work with various file formats (e.g., KMZ, shapefile, PDF) to navigate and collect data.
  • Ability to work well with others to complete complex tasks, often pitching in on interdisciplinary planning projects, and be adaptable to self-manage and work independently.
  • Compensation: On-call, as needed employees are not eligible for benefits; however, they do accrue sick leave. The pay range is $50–100/hour, commensurate with location, skills, and experience; eligible for qualified overtime pay with supervisor approval. The number of work hours per week may fluctuate widely depending on the season, project status, and staff availability.
  • Reimbursement: Monthly telecommunication reimbursement of $35 available only during a month where work was conducted. Mileage reimbursement for use of personal vehicle compensated at current GSA rate (2025 = 0.70/mile).

How to Apply

If you meet these requirements and are passionate about the environment and improving our communities, we’d love to hear from you! Please email your resume and cover letter with list of project types you’ve worked on to: careers@migcom.com  

MIG values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer; we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Our teams enjoy a flexible work schedule, a rewarding work environment, and a creative atmosphere that allows for professional development and career advancement opportunities while promoting team spirit and camaraderie. Please make no phone calls or email inquiries. These positions are open until they are filled.

 

27 April, 2025: Biologist – Mid/Senior-level, Mason, Bruce, & Girard, Inc. Portland, OR

General position summary:

Since 1921, Mason, Bruce, & Girard, Inc., (MB&G) has provided natural resource consulting services to clients in the private and public sector. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, we are a multidisciplinary firm specializing in forestry, environmental, and geospatial services. MB&G’s Environmental Services group is excited to add an experienced mid to senior level Biologist to our group of prominent environmental professionals. Our staff enjoy supporting clients throughout the Pacific Northwest on a variety of public and private projects that include field surveys, permitting related to environmental regulatory compliance, and instream and upland mitigation and restoration. This position will serve as a technical expert and a project manager, performing both field and office-based work involving report preparation, and project and client management. In addition to project management, duties will also include report writing and analysis, supervising staff who are supporting your work, and agency/client coordination/communication. Candidates should have a background in either biology, environmental science, environmental regulatory compliance, or a related field.

  • Performs a variety of work that may require travel throughout the Portland metro area. Overnight travel may be occasionally required.
  • Has a thorough understanding of the environmental regulatory process required to comply with local, state, and federal laws within the state of Oregon including, but not limited to, the National Environmental Protection Act, Clean Water Act (CWA), and the federal Endangered Species Act (ESA).
  • Provides background research and serve as a lead author for technical documents (e.g., Biological Assessments, Biological Evaluations, Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Impact Reports).
  • Serves as a project manager, leading staff to complete a project within budget and schedule expectations.
  • Mentors staff to prepare permit applications and other environmental documentation that meet industry standards.
  • Understands and performs work using the correct level of effort appropriate for the scope, budget, and overall expectations.
  • Successfully leads business development activities to secure work for yourself and others.
  • Responsible for accurate recording of notes and documentation for all client projects.
  • Performs work with a high level of integrity.

Education and/or Experience:

  • S. Biology or equivalent or B.S. with a minimum of 10 years of experience as a Biologist, Environmental Planner, Environmental Regulatory Compliance Specialist, or equivalent.
  • Oregon environmental permitting experience including experience as a lead author preparing documents to comply with NEPA, the ESA, and the CWA.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience serving as a project manager for projects involving environmental permitting and associated documentation.
  • Demonstrated ability to both work independently and/or successfully lead a team through all stages of a project from design to completion.
  • Experience leading staff to perform field surveys within proper protocols.
  • Experience leading staff to prepare technical reports and permit applications that meet regulatory standards and requirements.
  • Manage successful relationships with clients, stakeholders, regulators, and teaming partners.
  • Create scopes of work reflecting an appropriate amount of time and understanding the process needed to complete a project.
  • Demonstrated success securing new contracts through business development activities.

Conditions

This is a remote office-based position that may include field work depending on the individual’s qualifications. It is anticipated that field work would compromise approximately 5-10% of the workload for this position during the spring and summer months, if appropriate. This position also involves extensive computer use, physical ability to operate a telephone, and sitting for extended periods of time.

About Us

Mason, Bruce & Girard, Inc. is a full-service natural resource consulting firm, with expertise in environmental services, forestry, and geographic information systems (GIS). A set of core values guide our work, focusing our efforts on providing responsible, sustainable solutions that meet client needs.

Our areas of expertise include forestry, wildlife, fisheries, wetlands, water quality, and GIS. Our work is characterized by the highest level of client service, the application of the best science and technology, quality processes and results, integrity, and our respect for the natural environment. We provide natural resource consulting services to both industry and government and have done so since 1921.

Join Us/Apply Now

Click here https://www.masonbruce.com/careers/ to apply and send us your resume.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact +1-503-224-3445 for assistance.

MB&G is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/Xj1QmRCVzdXJbsapNiK4wL

27 April, 2025:  Riparian Ecologist, San Francisco Estuary Institute 

The Resilient Landscapes Program at the San Francisco Estuary Institute is looking to have a Riparian Ecologist join the team. This is a part-time position that will last until March 2026 (with the possibility of extending longer if we secure more funding).

Link to the job announcement. 

21 April, 2025: Project Biologists (Botany Focused) – Southern CA, Bay Area, and Central Sierra Foothill Regions, LSA

LSA is seeking to hire qualified project biologists with a botany emphasis to provide botanical field survey services for projects in the Southern California, Bay Area, and Central Sierra foothill regions. Experience with botanical surveys in one or more of these regions, is especially important. The ideal candidate would have a minimum of 2 to 5 years of experience with botanical field surveys and biological resource assessments, including focused field surveys for special-status, state, and federally listed plant species. They will also have a strong desire to learn and grow their career.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree or higher in natural or physical sciences is required. A strong work ethic, good writing and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, solid organizational skills, and the desire to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are vital. This position is primarily a field work position, sometimes under strenuous and adverse weather conditions. Some office work will be required. Use of a personal vehicle is required (with mileage reimbursement). Candidates applying for this position must agree to abide by LSA’s driving policy for use of company and personal vehicles, which will be verified. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $25 to $45 per hour. The compensation offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

About the Organization

LSA is a diversified environmental, transportation, and community planning organization. We are recognized as innovators in the field of environmental impact assessment, and we have developed a reputation among clients and professional peers in both the public and private sectors as being thorough, innovative, and objective.

LSA’s employee-owners are its most valuable resource. LSA fosters professional development and personal growth in an environment that offers opportunities for training and enrichment. LSA takes great pride in its work and looks for talented, dedicated professionals to join its team. We are always looking for energetic and enthusiastic people. If you enjoy working with clients and colleagues to plan and manage projects, we would like to hear from you.

LSA offers competitive pay, and for all eligible employees medical, dental, vision, long term disability, long-term care, group life/AD&D insurance plans; vacation, sick, and holiday pay; an Employee Stock Ownership Plan; and a Profit Sharing and Savings Plan with 401k safe harbor match.

For more details about our employee benefits package please visit our Careers Page on our company website.

EOE Statement

LSA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

LSA provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. All employment decisions at LSA are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Except where required or permitted by law, employment decisions will not be influenced by an individual’s actual or perceived—or association with others of an actual or perceived—age, ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), denial of Family and Medical Care Leave, disability (mental and physical), marital status, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, national origin, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, State, or local laws.  

How to Apply

Please visit our Careers page to apply for these positions at: My Job Search

21 April, 2025: Seasonal Biologist, McCormick Biological, Inc., Bakersfield, CA

McCormick Biological, Inc. (MBI) is a biological consulting firm based out of Bakersfield, CA, that specializes in the biological resources of the San Joaquin Valley and surrounding areas. We are seeking applicants for several temporary positions available on or after April 15, 2025, and ending on or before September 30, 2025. Applicants do not need to be available for the entire period; however, availability for most of the period will increase an applicant’s competitiveness for a long-term position. Graduates or students majoring in biology, environmental science, or related fields who have completed at least their sophomore year are encouraged to apply. Start and end dates can be flexible, depending on availability.

General Job Description:
Under the direct supervision of experienced staff, seasonal employees will work on teams to conduct transect surveys following agency-approved methods for the detection of state- and federal-listed species including, but not limited to, blunt-nosed leopard lizard (Gambelia sila). In-house and field training will be provided. Duties may also include general maintenance/preparation of field equipment and other administrative tasks as assigned.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
• Work will be conducted in both field and typical office environments.
• These positions are based in Bakersfield, CA, but field sites may be distributed throughout the San Joaquin Valley.
• Field work may be pre-scheduled up to 1-week in advance, and crew departure times will be coordinated by crew leaders the day before field work is conducted.
• Field work will be completed over an 8-hour workday. Overtime (more than 8 hours a day) may be required to accommodate longer travel times to specific field sites. MBI offers no minimum guarantee of work hours.
• Transect surveys will consist of hiking up to several miles per day in intense sun.
• Field attire appropriate for hiking is required (e.g., shirts with sleeves, long pants, hat, sunglasses, and hiking boots). Many field sites require additional personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, high-visibility vest, safety glasses, fire-resistant clothing, steel-toed boots, hard hats, and H2S monitors. All required safety equipment will be provided by the employer.
• Potential hazards in the field may include high temperatures, poor air quality, uneven terrain, biting insects, rattlesnakes, oil production equipment, and barbed-wire fencing.
• There is a 30-day unpaid break from work activities (July 16th through August 14th). During this time, opportunities for additional part-time work and/or continuing education may be provided by senior staff.
• Other tasks include, but are not limited to, maintaining/preparing field equipment (e.g., taking company vehicles through car wash, cleaning ice chests/binoculars/etc., bagging ice for field crews), disposal of trash, gathering recyclables, and shredding paper.

Required Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid state-issued driver’s license (or ability to obtain a license) is required.
• Reliable transportation to and from MBI’s office.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment.
• Employment is conditional on successfully passing a drug test administered at an off-site laboratory.
• Position is subject to educational and criminal background check.
• A working cell phone for daily communications.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Graduation with or currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university with emphasis in biological sciences, ecology, or wildlife biology.
• Field experience with endangered and threatened species of the San Joaquin Valley.
Emphasis on reptile species identification is a plus.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate a Windows-based computer for word processing, data entry, and/or accessing the Internet.
• Previous experience working in/around developed and undeveloped oil/gas facilities is highly desired.

Location:
• Bakersfield, CA

Type:
• Part-time hourly, Seasonal, Non-exempt
• General expectation is between 25 and 40 hours per week, (Monday-Saturday)

Pay:
• $18 – $22/hour, DOE

Benefits:
• These positions do not qualify for sick leave benefits (until minimum waiting period requirements have been met), health insurance, or other benefits afforded to full time regular employees at MBI.
• Employees will be provided with a monthly cell phone use stipend, subsidized field gear, and company vehicle transportation to and from field sites.
• Returning seasonal employees may be eligible for participation in the Simple IRA plan, provided minimum qualifications are met.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to contact@mcbioinc.com . You will receive a confirmation email when your submission has been reviewed, and further instructions will be provided at that time.

21 April, 2025: Nursery Manager, California Botanic Garden 

Position Overview:

Working closely with the Director of Conservation Programs, the Nursery Manager will direct and oversee growing operations within the nursery facilities at the California Botanic Garden. Major duties include training and supervision of staff, project management, oversight of plant propagation and maintenance of nursery facilities, and oversight of field collection of seeds and cuttings for plant propagation. Specific projects may include seed bulking, propagation trials, and the production of thousands of plants annually under contract. 

The Nursery Manager will assist the Director of Conservation Programs in developing budgets, project proposals, and management of contracts and grants including writing reports and producing invoices. This position is responsible for meeting the deliverables outlined in contracts, grants and agreements for a variety of partners including government agencies, environmental consulting firms, non-governmental organizations, and academic institutions. 

The Nursery Manager will work closely with project partners to maintain and develop working relationships with relevant stakeholders. This position plays a central role to advance the Garden’s mission of conservation and restoration of California native plants and habitats and to promote the Garden as a leader in best practices in horticulture and restoration. This is a full-time (40 hours per week), exempt position that reports to the Director of Conservation Programs and works with the Biodiversity Science & Conservation and Horticulture teams. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Under cooperative agreements, contracts and grants between California Botanic Garden and other organizations, oversee the management of plant propagation projects for restoration and reintroduction including project management and reporting.
  • Oversee the production of plants for the Garden’s Living Collection and the Garden’s retail nursery (GNN)
  • In conjunction with the Director of Conservation Programs, prepare and adhere to the annual budget.
  • Train and supervise organizational volunteers, interns, staff, and students.
  • Oversee field collections for plant propagation projects.
  • Work with the Director of Conservation Program to prepare written proposals for grants, agreements, and contracts for propagation projects that support restoration and ex-situ conservation.
  • Oversee record keeping and data management.
  • Prepare quarterly and final reports for multiple projects.
  • Oversee the implementation of best management practices in the nursery
  • With support from the Maintenance team, manage and maintain all Nursery systems and structures including: two greenhouses (3000 sq ft), two liner houses (3000 sq ft), benches, and shaded areas (14,000 sq ft total across several areas). Coordinate with Maintenance team for repairs including routine maintenance and renovations including capital improvement projects.
  • Maintain up-to-date Best Management Practices Manual, chemical/material inventories, and other safety documentation.
  • Work with the Business Office staff to ensure accurate and complete plant inventory tracking.
  • Contribute to written articles for the Garden’s newsletters, website and social media outlets as requested.

Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree or equivalent experience in ecological restoration, horticulture or related field.
  • Extensive knowledge of California native plants, including horticultural experience working with rare and more common species
  • Supervisory experience
  • A working knowledge of basic taxonomic principles and characteristics of major plant families and California flora.
  • Experience in project management
  • Experience supervising staff and working with volunteers
  • Excellent organizational skills, accuracy in financial tracking and reporting             Knowledge of horticulture practices with an emphasis on conservation horticulture 
  • Valid driver’s license.

Physical demands

  • Ability to conduct fieldwork and nursery work under a variety of environmental conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.) is required.
  • Ability to walk in uneven terrain through thick chaparral is required.
  • Ability to lift 40 lbs is required.

Salary Range 

$69,000–80,000 commensurate with experience. Full Time, Salaried

CalBG is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, bereavement, etc.) and more.

Qualified candidates please send cover letter and resume to:

Naomi Fraga, Director of Conservation Programs nfraga@calbg.org

21 April, 2025:  Associate Director / Director, Northern Sierra Headwaters Conservation, Northern CA

American Rivers is hiring a position for the California Headwaters team: Associate Director/Director, Northern Sierra Headwaters Conservation.

21 April, 2025: Biologist Supervisor- PG&E Environmental Management – Transmission Projects- Biologists Department, Oakland, CA

Link to post: https://careers.pge.com/job-invite/164448/

14 April, 2025: Staff Wildlife Biologist, SummitWest Environmental

Position Title: Staff Wildlife Biologist
Location: Various locations in California (including Bakersfield, Fresno, Lancaster, Kernville, Victorville, Visalia); potential travel to AZ, NV, NM, OR, WA
Status: On-call / Non-exempt
Compensation: $22–$28/hour (DOE)
Hours: Flexible, up to 40+ hours/week
Start Date: Rolling/hiring as needed
To Apply: Submit resume, cover letter, and 3 references to: recruitment@summitwestenv.com

About the Role:

SummitWest is seeking an early-career Staff Wildlife Biologist to support environmental compliance and field biology projects across California and the western U.S. The role is ideal for individuals looking to grow in environmental consulting with a focus on wildlife and construction compliance monitoring.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct construction monitoring and pre-construction surveys
  • Perform field surveys (wildlife, botanical, and wetland)
  • Ensure contractor compliance with mitigation measures and environmental regulations
  • Deliver worker environmental awareness programs
  • Use tools like ESRI Field Maps, Survey123, and GPS devices for data collection
  • Prepare technical reports, daily monitoring logs, and compliance documentation
  • Work independently in rugged terrain and diverse environmental conditions
  • Maintain consistent communication with project managers and contractors

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, or related field and 6+ months of field experience
    OR 3+ years of biological field experience without degree
  • Based in California
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  • Ability to work independently, manage time, and meet deadlines
  • Strong writing, communication, and data collection skills
  • Physically capable of hiking 10+ miles/day and carrying 25 lbs

Preferred:

  • California field experience in environmental consulting
  • 4×4 vehicle operation experience

Perks & Benefits:

  • Paid time off & sick leave
  • Potential eligibility for health insurance, 401(k) matching, educational stipend
  • Cell phone stipend and paid training
  • Mentorship and proposal writing support
  • Flexible scheduling and remote work options
  • Inclusive and supportive team culture

Company Values:

SummitWest is a woman-owned small business dedicated to people-first leadership, transparency, and environmental excellence. We promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and are committed to supporting career development—especially for women in STEM.

 

14 April, 2025: Wildlife Biologist, SummitWest Environmental

Position: Wildlife Biologist
Employer: SummitWest Environmental (SWE)
Location: Various locations in California; occasional work in AZ, NV, NM, OR, WA
Type: On-call / Non-exempt
Pay: $23–$45/hour (based on experience)

Role Overview

Environmental consulting role focused on helping construction contractors comply with environmental laws and mitigation measures. Includes biological surveys, compliance monitoring, and mentoring junior staff.

Core Responsibilities

  • Construction Monitoring: Worker awareness training, pre-construction surveys, on-site compliance checks
  • Field Surveys: Wildlife, botanical, and wetland surveys in rugged and varied terrain
  • Data Management: GIS and digital tools for field data, reporting, and quality control
  • Reporting: Daily reports, technical studies, and compliance documentation
  • Mentorship: Guide junior biologists in field skills and data integrity

Additional Duties

  • Desktop reviews, project management assistance
  • Fieldwork including endangered species surveys
  • Travel and remote work in challenging field conditions
  • Clear communication with multidisciplinary teams and contractors

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s in biology, ecology, or related field or 3+ years of relevant field experience
  • 2+ years of compliance monitoring
  • 3+ years of experience in surveys involving endangered species or sensitive habitats
  • At least one endangered species permit (or progress toward one)

Skills:

  • GPS/data software proficiency (Survey123, ESRI, etc.)
  • Strong technical writing, problem-solving, and communication
  • Ability to work independently and remotely
  • Physical readiness for rugged terrain and weather extremes

Additional Requirements:

  • California residency
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

14 April, 2025: Regulatory Specialist II, Resource Environmental Solutions, Sacramento, CA

RES is  seeking a Regulatory Specialist II with at least 2 years of experience to support our Sacramento, CA office.

The mission: RES is operating in a unique and inspiring industry. You will have a once-in-alifetime opportunity to shape RES’ West Region with your work! How? Armed with the knowledge of existing local, State, and federal regulatory processes, you will support efforts relevant to required regulatory authorizations for ecological restoration projects, including preparing permit applications and supporting documentation, and coordinating regulatory analyses and graphics with our GIS specialists.

What your day-to-day might look like?

80% of the time you will be working on permitting applications and participating in project coordination. Working with the Regional team of project managers, ecologists,  engineers, construction managers, and GIS specialists, you will be drafting and compiling technical documents and reports in support of permitting applications for submittal to the relevant regulatory agencies. You will be interpreting and applying data and concepts including ecological data, cultural resource information, construction methods and protocols, compliance measures and ecosystem restoration design plans ensuring applications include project-specific details and analysis to support a complete application submittal in support of obtaining regulatory authorizations coinciding with Project milestones. Be ready to showcase your technical writing skills, as well as knowledge of data analysis and organization during the interview process!

20% of your time will be spent participating in internal team meetings – at the office and in virtual meetings, you will be participating in team meetings discussing project progress, timelines, critical path tasks, and other topics relevant to entitling and permitting restoration and/or mitigation projects.

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities that this position entails.

Qualifications

We would love to speak with you if you have many of the following:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Ecology or Biology, Environmental Policy, Planning, or a closely related field
  • 2+ years of experience in environmental permitting, jurisdictional determinations, and technical report writing
  • Knowledge of environmental policy and regulations including those under the Federal Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 404/401, California Fish and Game Code and California State water Resource Control Board Policies and Regulations
  • Knowledge of endangered species regulations in California
  • Ability to interpret restoration design plans and other engineering design and details

What will make you stand out?

  • GIS Experience
  • Experience conducting ecological assessments
  • Experience conducting aquatic resource delineations, vegetation surveys and/or hydrological monitoring
  • Existing positive professional resource agency relationships
  • Master’s Degree in a Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or similar discipline

Salary: $71,500 – $96,500

VEVRAA Federal Contractor

RES is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

https://careers-res.icims.com/jobs/3562/regulatory-specialist-ii/job

 

9 April, 2025: Program Coordinator, Golden Gate Raptor Observatory (GGRO)

The Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy is hiring a Program Coordinator during an exciting time of transformation. Despite recent challenges, the Parks Conservancy and the National Park Service remain deeply committed to GGRO’s raptor banding and Hawkwatch programs.

𝙆𝙚𝙮 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨:

  • Coordinate and train GGRO volunteers
  • Bird care and facility management in coordination with staff & volunteers.
  • Raptor banding during the fall migration season

𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙒𝙚’𝙧𝙚 𝙇𝙤𝙤𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙁𝙤𝙧:

  • Prior raptor banding/handling experience is *required* (please see full announcement for specifics)
  • Curious, flexible, and works well with teams.
  • Committed to maintaining a safe work environment.

𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙏𝙚𝙖𝙢:

The GGRO program is housed under the Parks Conservancy’s Conservation and Community Science (CCS) department. CCS supports the climate adaptive work of the Parks Conservancy, National Park Service, and agency partners by engaging our local communities and regional conservation practitioners in efforts that address the information needs of park scientists. We develop and carry out biological monitoring and conservation science studies designed to fill critical data gaps, spark curiosity, and engage a more diverse cross-section of Bay Area residents to understand how to improve the climate resilience of our parks as temperatures and seas rise. We work to demystify the scientific process by building bridges between community members, land managers and practicing scientists. We also work to rectify historic injustices built into the practice of science by expanding our collective understanding of what it means to “do science’ and by re-connecting with non-institutional ways of understanding our relationship to the natural world.

𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘: https://www.parksconservancy.org/careers?gnk=job&gni=8a78879e95f85374019603201f373ce8&gns=Wildlife+Society

For questions, please contact Lisette Arellano larellano@parksconservancy.org

 

3 April, 2025: Program Director, Southern California, Audubon

Audubon is hiring a Program Director for Southern California to lead community-driven conservation efforts at the Salton Sea and across the surrounding desert landscapes.

This is a key leadership role that will support habitat work, public health, and equitable access to nature across the region. The person in this role will collaborate closely with our team and with partners like you to advance meaningful, community-centered conservation.

Here’s the job posting: https://audubon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Audubon/job/Oakland-Ca/Program-Director–Southern-California_JR732