Tracker/Biological Monitor Mojave Desert Tortoise
Listed on 2026-10-01
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Science
Environmental Compliance & Protection, Environmental Science
Spec Pro Professional Services, LLC is an environmental, energy, and facility services firm headquartered in San Antonio, TX. We are a subsidiary of Bristol Bay Native Corporation (BBNC).
Spec Pro is seeking motivated professionals to support field operations for a Mojave Desert Tortoise (MDT) Monitoring Project in, CA. We are specifically seeking individuals proficient in radio tracking who are approved (by USFWS) for transmitter removal and attachment with experience on MDT projects. The position requires working independently in desert environments in potentially extreme weather conditions. Applicants should have a vehicle capable of traversing rugged, rocky, sandy roads.
What You’ll Do:- Conduct MDT radio telemetry tracking
- Perform transmitter removals and attachments
- Collect accurate, complete scientific data. Both digitally and on paper
- Proficient, independent navigation in challenging environments
- Manage personal workload and coordinate schedules with project manager
- Other duties as assigned
Required:
- Proficient Radio Tracking experience
- Previous USFWS Approval to Attach/Remove transmitters on MDT
- Bachelor's degree in biology, environmental science, or related field
- Minimum 2 years of professional terrestrial biology experience
- MDT project specific experience
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient in technology and equipment used in environmental inspections.
- Experience preparing biological monitoring reports and collecting scientific data
- Experience conducting surveys and monitoring for wildlife species in Southern California
- Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections.
- Ability to hike long distances over varied terrain and weather conditions
Preferred:
- Previous USFWS MDT Authorized Biologist approval
Spec Pro offers a full competitive benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Plus overtime pay, full company benefits, and use of a company vehicle.
All offers are contingent upon a thorough background check conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary and per State and Federal laws.
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