Staff Wildlife Ecologist (San Joaquin Valley)

Apply Job Type Full-time Description About You You are a wildlife ecologist with experience supporting wildlife and habitat conservation projects throughout California with in-depth knowledge of regional species, habitats, regulatory requirements, and habitat conservation plans. Your background includes conducting special-status wildlife surveys, habitat assessments, biological monitoring, and conservation land management activities. You have supported federal and California Endangered Species Act permitting processes and prepared biological resource documentation. You have field experience with a variety of sensitive species and enjoy synthesizing fieldwork, data analysis, and technical reporting to help achieve successful conservation and regulatory outcomes. A lifelong learner, you want to keep growing intellectually and professionally. Collaborating with colleagues with diverse expertise is exciting for you, and you are also comfortable working independently. Quality management and integrity are among your strongest principles. About Integral Integral Consulting Inc. is a science and engineering firm delivering sound technical solutions to meet today’s challenges in the health, environmental, and natural resource arenas. We are a values-driven collaborative team that is as passionate about company culture as we are about the work we do for our clients. Since our founding in 2002, we have operated with a demonstrated commitment to the well-being, diversity, and professional development of our staff and an equal commitment to strong partnerships with our clients and teaming partners. We are a company where people come to solve today’s toughest environmental challenges through innovative ideas, exceptional teamwork, and dedication to accuracy and technical quality. About the Job We are currently seeking a staff wildlife ecologist for projects in the San Joaquin Valley, Antelope Valley, and Central Coast, California. Our staff-level ecologists spend time working both in the field and in the office. When in the field, you may conduct surveys and monitoring for special-status wildlife and plant species, serve in the role of an agency-approved designated monitor or biologist for specific projects, complete habitat assessments, and assist with research and data collection. When not in the field, you’ll contribute to biological resource reports, support processes to obtain regulatory permits, and build your consulting skills and expertise by collaborating with senior ecologists both in person and online. This position may offer in-office, remote, or hybrid opportunities based on the candidate’s location and the needs of the organization. Responsibilities Contributing to biological resource reports and supporting processes to obtain regulatory permits Applying critical thinking to develop project-specific approaches that benefit the environment in collaboration with senior ecologists Conducting surveys and population monitoring and supporting permit acquisition involving rare plants and wildlife species, including San Joaquin kit fox, giant kangaroo rat, Tipton’s kangaroo rat, San Joaquin antelope squirrel, blunt-nosed leopard lizard, burrowing owl, California tiger salamander, and Swainson’s hawk Performing endangered and threatened species surveys and assessments; preconstruction surveys and monitoring; and conservation land assessment, preservation, and management Requirements Qualifications Candidates should hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in biological studies, natural resources, wildlife management, wildlife biology, or a related discipline. The ideal candidate will have: 4+ years of applicable professional experience Experience with a variety of special-status wildlife species and their habitats in the greater Central Valley, desert, and/ or Central Coast, California, specifically with one or more of the following: San Joaquin kit fox, giant kangaroo rat, Tipton’s kangaroo rat, San Joaquin antelope squirrel, blunt-nosed leopard lizard, California tiger salamander, California red-legged frog, burrowing owl, and/or Swainson’s hawk. The ability to serve as a designated biological monitor or biologist for regional projects Excellent written and oral communication skills A desire to grow both intellectually and professionally Strong organizational abilities Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers Compensation is commensurate with experience and internal equity, within the listed range. An employee’s total compensation package includes annual salary; company-subsidized (employee and family) medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) participation with a company match of 1% to 4% of annual compensation; company-paid life and short- and long-term disability insurance; paid sick leave (10 days), paid vacation (12-15 days; determined by title at hire), and paid holidays (9 days) per year; and the potential for an annual discretionary bonus based on company performance. Paid time off will be prorated to reflect part-time scheduled hours, if applicable. Integral Consulting Inc. is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer who provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, military, veteran, or Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act-protected veteran status, gender identity or gender expression, genetic information (including testing or characteristics), or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment drives innovation and excellence, and we are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we live in and serve. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected]. We are excited to connect with individuals who share our mission and values, and those who bring diverse contributions to our team. We value unique perspectives and skills, and encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement. All offers of employment are contingent on candidates successfully passing an employment history screening, degree verification, and a federal, state, and county criminal background and Watch List screening. Candidates will receive a written notice of this requirement. All screenings will be done in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws. #LI-FT #LI-HYBRID #LI-Mid-Senior Salary Description $65,000-$115,000