Ecologist III

Position:
Staff Ecologist III

Location:

Fresno, CA

• Leads the technical direction of large‑scale ecological studies and environmental impact assessments.
• May serve as the primary client liaison for complex projects, managing project scope, budget, and schedule.
• Mentors and coaches junior and mid‑level ecologists.
• Contributes to internal knowledge management and may represent the organization in scientific or regulatory forums.
• Coordinates with regulatory agencies and clients on assigned projects, manages field crews during site investigations, and contributes to quality review of junior staff work products.
• Supports proposal development and scope‑of‑work preparation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or Biology.
• M.S. or Ph.D. preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in ecological consulting, regulatory compliance, or natural resource management.
• Demonstrated record of published work, technical leadership, or regulatory engagement.
• Advanced certifications, such as Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) or Certified Wildlife Biologist (CWB), are preferred.
• Expert‑level mastery of Ecosystem Science, Landscape Ecology, and Ecological Systems at a landscape and regional scale.
• Deep proficiency in Wildlife Ecology, Wildlife Biology, and Species Survival Planning for sensitive or threatened species.
• Advanced Riparian and Invertebrate Zoology assessment capabilities.
• Environmentalism and environmental policy literacy for regulatory navigation.
• Environmental Accounting and Sustainability Impact Integration.
• Advanced remote sensing, Silvics, and Sustainable Horticulture, where applicable to habitat restoration projects.
• Aligns ecological practice priorities with broader organizational and client objectives; influences project strategy and scientific direction.
• Embraces new tools, including AI‑driven ecological modeling and data analytics platforms, to enhance project outcomes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Critical evaluation of field and laboratory data to identify trends, relationships, and environmental implications.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical findings to clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Primarily based in the field, requiring regular travel to various project sites.
• Physical requirements include sitting and walking, with occasional lifting, pushing, and pulling.

$37 per hour.

• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays

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