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Wildlands has an immediate opening for a full-time, experienced wildlife biologist with Desert Tortoise\/ Mohave Ground Squirrel experience. We are seeking an extremely independent, self-motivated worker to manage\/monitor approximately 25,000-acres of preserved desert tortoise and Mohave ground squirrel habitat throughout the Mojave and Colorado deserts. Responsibilities include annual monitoring, desert tortoise reconnaissance surveys, Mohave ground squirrel camera trapping, habitat assessments, non-native vegetation management, removing trash\/debris, and fencing\/signage repair. The position requires the ability to identify desert fauna, delineate State waters, and distinguish between numerous species of native and non-native vegetation. One to two weeks of travel per month may be required in certain months to maintain other preserved areas, as needed.<\/p>\n
Minimum requirements:<\/strong> Preferred:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Experience with desert tortoise surveys and techniques.
\n\u2022 General knowledge of desert flora and fauna.
\n\u2022 Ability and willingness to spend the majority of time working outdoors in extremely hot environmental conditions.
\n\u2022 Physically able to walk in excess of 20 miles\/day.
\n\u2022 One to two weeks of travel per month may be required.
\n\u2022 Basic computer skills.
\n\u2022 Ability to write technical documents.
\n\u2022 At least 18 years old with a valid California driver\u2019s license and a clean and insurable DMV record.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s or Associates Degree in Wildlife, Biology, or related fields.
\n\u2022 Agricultural or similar background.
\n\u2022 Current California pesticide applicators license.
\n\u2022 Experience in the operation of 4wd vehicles, trailers, and ATVs.
\n\u2022 Located in West Mojave Desert.
\n\u2022 Basic mechanical skills.
\n\u2022 Experience with Mohave ground squirrel camera trapping.
\n\u2022 Experience with western burrowing owl surveys.
\n\u2022 Experience with flat-tailed horned lizards.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n