Senior Botanist On-Call

Senior On‑Call Botanist – Sacramento, CA

Environment & Planning Division of ICF seeks a Senior On‑Call Botanist to support projects across Sacramento and the San Francisco Bay Area. This role focuses on vegetation mapping, wetland delineation, and rare plant surveys.

• Conduct small to large‑scale field surveys for vegetation mapping, wetland delineation, and rare plants.
• Collect and synthesize field data.
• Maintain close communication with the project manager and teammates.
• Work independently or in teams; lead single‑person or small‑group field efforts.
• Navigate uneven, steep terrain; excavate soil pits up to 18 inches using hand tools.
• Carry gear up to 20 lbs, wear a backpack during field surveys.

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

• MS in Botany, Biology, or Ecology.
• California Rapid Assessment Method (CRAM) training.
• Knowledge of special‑status plant species and wetland regulations.
• Strong knowledge of California flora, taxonomy, and use of dichotomous keys.
• Experience with federal, state, and local agency guidelines in plant identification.
• Construction monitoring experience.
• Leadership experience managing or leading staff on biological or wetland projects.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Team player able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Flexibility to handle multiple priorities and occasional overtime.
• Familiarity with GPS mapping technology.

As an on‑call employee, you will schedule work hours a few weeks in advance and may accept or decline assignments each week. You may work concurrent projects outside ICF provided there are no conflicts of interest.

$73,403 – $124,784 per year.

Sacramento, CA.

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