Senior Botanist On-Call

Senior Botanist On-Call

Requirements

• BS in Botany, Biology, or Ecology, MS or higher preferred
• 5+ years of experience conducting botanical surveys and wetland delineations
• Must have valid driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct small to large-scale field surveys for vegetation mapping, wetland delineation, and rare plants
• Collect and synthesize data in the field
• Maintain close communication with project manager and co-workers
• Work alone or in groups; direct a small to large number of individuals in the field
• Walk on uneven and sometimes steep terrain in a variety of plant communities and landforms. On occasion, ability to excavate, using hand tools, soil pits to a depth of 18 inches. Ability to conduct field surveys wearing a backpack or carry up to 20 pounds of gear during field surveys.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in Botany, Biology, or Ecology
• California Rapid Assessment Method (CRAM) trained
• Knowledge of special-status plant species and wetland guidance and regulations
• Strong knowledge of California flora and taxonomy
• Experience using dichotomous keys and applying federal, state, and local agency guidelines to identify plant specimens, vegetation communities, and wetland types.
• Construction monitoring experience
• Experience managing or leading staff in biological or wetland projects
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities, including ability to identify existing or potential problems and recommend solutions
• Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to be flexible to handle multiple priorities and to work limited overtime as necessary
• Familiarity with GPS mapping technology