Plant Biologists Needed Description The Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) Biological Monitoring Program is seeking a field biologist to assist with rare plant surveys western Riverside County, California. We are seeking staff for our plant field crew to conduct surveys for sensitive plant species in a variety of habitats throughout the county. The hired biologist will also collect vegetation data to characterize habitat for sensitive animal species and will work under the direction of the field crew leader. Depending on workload and prior experience, the hired crew may have an opportunity to participate in mammal, bird, herpetology and/or invertebrate sensitive species surveys as well.
Application Deadline: March 5, 2007 Pay Salary ranges from $13.00 to $16.00 per hour, depending on experience, paid bi-weekly. Positions are permanent and include vacation and sick time, medical insurance, and retirement savings plan. Examples of Duties Participate in targeted searches for rare plant species; Collect habitat information at sites of rare plant occurrences including list of associated species and percent cover; Assist with gathering sensitive plant species information, preparation of maps, planning and conducting field surveys, and testing of protocols; Collect field data in the prescribed manner; Attend meetings and training as appropriate; Be prepared to work in touch, uneven terrain; Be prepared to deal with both cold and hot environmental conditions, and; Complete assigned tasks with a minimum of direct supervision in a timely fashion. Additionally, Field Crew Biologists will be expected to operate 4WD vehicles and digital equipment. Biologists will also be expected to carry a 2530 pound backpack. Qualifications Preferred qualifications include: knowledge of Southern California flora, experience using the Jepson Manual, experience estimating percent cover for plant species, one or more years of field experience with plants, B.A. in biology, ecology, plant science, botany or related field Required qualifications: Work towards a bachelors degree (with biology related course work) and one or more years of field biology experience, experience using a dichotomous key Other Requirements A valid U.S. Drivers License and U.S. citizenship, or the ability to work legally in the U.S. (Declaration of Permission to Work form), are required. These positions are full-time and intended to last at least 12 months. Qualified and interested candidates should send or preferably email their resume and a cover letter to: Diane Menuz [EMAIL PROTECTED]
