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WWildlands
WildlandsEnvironmental Conservation

Desert Biologist

Location

Desert Center, California, United States

Work type

Field

Employment

Full Time

Experience

0-1 years

Compensation

$25 - $35 per hour

Posted

1d ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

Wildlands is seeking an independent and self-motivated field biologist to manage and monitor desert tortoise habitat and desert lands. Responsibilities include conducting field surveys, identifying desert flora and fauna, and performing site maintenance in remote desert locations.

Wildlands is looking to hire a full-time field biologist with desert field experience to help manage and monitor approximately 50,000-acres of preserved desert tortoise habitat and desert lands throughout the Colorado and Mojave deserts. We are seeking an extremely independent, self-motivated biologist with a strong work ethic to work in remote desert locations. The candidate should have experience conducting field surveys, identifying desert flora and fauna, familiar with desert tortoise habitat, desert vegetation habitat types, and non-native vegetation. Job duties will also include fence and sign repair, and trash removal.

Applicants should have experience working in adverse weather conditions with a positive attitude. Field work is year-round including summer months when temperatures often exceed 110˚ Fahrenheit. A substantial amount of travel will be required to monitor and maintain preserves.

Minimum requirements:

  • Familiar with desert tortoise survey field methods and habitat.

  • General knowledge and identification of desert flora and fauna.

  • Capable of working independently in isolated desert wilderness areas.

  • Physically able to walk up to 10-15 miles a day and lift 50 pounds.

  • Ability to write technical documents.

  • Basic computer skill knowledge (i.e., Word, Excel, and Teams).

  • Familiar with Field Maps.

  • Valid California driver’s license and clean driving record.

  • Experience in the operation of 4-wheel drive vehicles and all-terrain vehicles.

Preferred:

  • Bachelor’s or Associate degree in wildlife, biology, or related fields.

  • Experience with remote digital data collection systems.

  • Basic maintenance skills for vehicle operation.

  • Experience with or knowledge of Mohave ground squirrel camera trapping.

  • Familiar with State and federally listed species associated with the Colorado and Mojave Deserts.

  • Familiar with western burrowing owl survey methods.

Updated 1d ago

Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Desert field experience • 1+ yrs
Field surveys • 1+ yrs
Desert flora and fauna identification • 1+ yrs
Desert tortoise habitat knowledge • 1+ yrs
Technical writing • 1+ yrs
Microsoft Office Suite • 1+ yrs
Field Maps • 1+ yrs
Off-road vehicle operation • 1+ yrs

Experience

0-1 years

Certifications

California Driver's License • Required

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Operations

Industries

Wildlife & Conservation

Employment

Full Time

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

$25 - $35 per hour

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodHourly

Benefits and perks

Dental Insurance

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationDesert Center, California, United States
Work typeField
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleLow2/10
physicalHigh9/10
cognitiveMedium7/10
executionHigh8/10
creativityLow3/10
uncertaintyMedium6/10
communicationMedium5/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

Wildlands

Team size

Growing team

Location

Desert Center, California, United States

Wildlands is looking to hire a full-time field biologist with desert field experience to help manage and monitor approximately 50,000-acres of preserved desert tortoise habitat and desert lands throughout the Colorado and Mojave deserts.

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Desert Biologist

Desert Center, California, United StatesFull Time