Staff Wildlife Ecologist, San Joaquin Valley (Full-time)

H. T. Harvey & Associates, an ecological consulting firm based in Northern California, is looking for staff-level wildlife ecologists to join our San Joaquin Valley, California team. The anticipated pay range for this position is $81,500-$93,500 annually. Actual compensation within the range will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

What it's like to work with us

The new wildlife ecologists will become part of the 12-person team and will work with other wildlife ecologists and experts in botany, land management, conservation planning, ecological restoration, and landscape architecture. H. T. Harvey & Associates has a reputation for deep scientific expertise and a high caliber of work. Our San Joaquin Valley team leaders have been researching and working in the region for more than three decades and have unparalleled expertise with the region's species, habitats, regulatory environment, and habitat plans. The team has long-standing experience with transportation, solar energy, land management, and conservation projects. Services provided include ESA and CESA permitting; endangered and threatened species surveys and assessments, preconstruction surveys and monitoring; and conservation land assessment, preservation, and management.

Our staff-level ecologists spend time both in the field and working on the computer. When in the field you may conduct surveys and monitoring for special-status wildlife and plant species, serve in the role of an agency-approved Designated Monitor or Biologist for specific projects, complete habitat assessments, and assist with research and data collection. When not in the field, you'll contribute to biological resource reports, support processes to obtain regulatory permits, and build your consulting skills and expertise by collaborating with senior ecologists both in person and on-line. This position does not require regular presence in a company office but will require travel to a company location in Fresno (or other regional locations) for pickup of equipment and vehicles, as well as for in-person collaboration.

Current project needs include conducting surveys and population monitoring for projects involving wildlife species including San Joaquin kit fox, giant kangaroo rat, Tipton's kangaroo rat, San Joaquin antelope squirrel, blunt-nosed leopard lizard, Burrowing owl, California tiger salamander, and / or Swainson's hawk.

Our San Joaquin Valley team works remotely, with team members living throughout the region, from the Central Coast to Sacramento. We closely collaborate both online and in person, with a strong focus on team alignment and shared learning.

Competencies, skills, and experience

We assume those who want to join our company as an ecologist have a strong and relevant academic background as well as prior applicable experience. We aim to hire team members who strive for excellence in their everyday work and who are interested in continually improving their scientific knowledge and collaborating with experts in other fields.

In addition to having strong ecological training and experience, candidates applying for a staff-level position should have :

• 4-8 years of applicable professional experience
• Ideal candidates would also have experience with a variety of special-status wildlife species and their habitats in the greater Central Valley and / or Central Coast. Specifically with one or more of the following : San Joaquin kit fox, giant kangaroo rat, Tipton's kangaroo rat, San Joaquin antelope squirrel, blunt-nosed leopard lizard, California tiger salamander, burrowing owl, and / or Swainson's hawk.
• The ability to serve as a Designated Biological Monitor or Designated Biologist for regional projects
• A commitment to learning and applying new skills
• Relentless attention to detail
• Clear and precise writing skills
• A collaborative approach to work and communication

Desired qualifications

A bachelor's or master's degree in biological studies, natural resources, wildlife management, wildlife biology, or an equivalent subject.

If you have a portion of the above items, but not all, we still welcome you to submit your application so we can learn more about your ecological expertise and experience.

Compensation

The anticipated pay range is $81,500-$93,500 annually, with a generous benefit package and bonus plan. Actual salary will depend on a range of factors including length, relevancy, and type of work experience, education, permits held, skill set, and competencies. More details on our employment package are included below.

A few other nitty gritty details

This position requires the future employee to :

How to apply

To start the application process, please submit your resume and a cover letter through our applicant portal. In your cover letter please :

Ultimately, we'll ask candidates who move forward in the process for references and a work sample and potentially academic transcripts, but if you don't have them handy now, they can be submitted later.

Please combine your cover letter and resume into one file.

Employment Package, Benefits, and Work Culture

We strive to support employees' career goals and their health and wellness. Our employment package includes a competitive salary and personal incentive bonus as well as a generous benefits package.

Health insurance

H. T. Harvey & Associates has always placed a strong emphasis on health and wellness. At the center of these offerings is our top-notch medical coverage (Cigna PPO and Kaiser Permanente HMO plans) along with Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Savings Account (FSA) options. For full-time employees who opt in to one of our plans, we cover 100% of the premiums for that employee. Additional options include 50% premium coverage for spouses, domestic partners, and children. The package also includes dental and vision coverage at no cost to the employee. Pro-rated plan options are available for those who work at least 50% time.

Retirement benefits

We offer 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans with a 33% employer match. This includes a 401(k) and Roth 401(k) catch up plan that also has an employer match. The plan offers approximately 50 fund choices including a notable number of socially responsible investment fund options.

Paid time off

We observe 9 company holidays, including Martin Luther King, Jr. Day for voluntary participation in a National Day of Service. Additionally, employees accrue paid vacation / personal and sick leave time.

Professional development

In addition to having a core value of ongoing development of scientific and professional expertise, we support participation in external training and certification programs, attendance at conferences and workshops, and membership in and engagement with scientific and professional associations. We also offer presentation, poster, and publication bonuses.

Flexible work arrangements

We offer flexible scheduling options during the work week, with employees working from project sites and from both company and home offices. Our goal is to facilitate collaboration and accommodate business needs while providing flexibility to employees.

About H. T. Harvey & Associates

H. T. Harvey & Associates is an ecological consulting firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area, with four offices in California and one in Hawaii. Our core areas of expertise are wildlife ecology, plant ecology, aquatic ecology, restoration ecology, and landscape architecture. We hire people who strive to be the best in their fields and provide training, support, and work opportunities to grow their expertise. We have been cultivating excellence in our staff and work in pursuit of our mission to create ecologically sound solutions to our clients' complex natural resource challenges for more than 55 years.

H. T. Harvey & Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.