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Predator Biologist
Location
San Diego, California, United States
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
2-4 years
Compensation
$67K - $80K per year
Posted
1d ago
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Summary
The Predator Biologist conducts research, surveillance, and management of mammalian and avian predators that threaten federally endangered species - specifically the California Least Tern and Western Snowy Plover - across coastal San Diego, Orange, and Los Angeles Counties. The role includes day and night predator surveillance of nesting habitat, post-predation site investigations, digital data collection, and targeted management of high-threat predators.
Job Summary The Predator Biologist conducts research, surveillance, and management of mammalian and avian predators threatening federally endangered species—specifically the California Least Tern and Western Snowy Plover—across coastal San Diego, Orange, and Los Angeles Counties. Responsibilities include diurnal and nocturnal surveillance, post-predation site investigations, digital data collection, targeted predator management, and supporting adaptive management.
Duties & Responsibilities
Conduct diurnal and nocturnal predator surveys via sight, sign, and remote sensing equipment.
Manage avian and mammalian predators per Wildlife Innovations protocols and applicable laws.
Investigate predation sites, and construct, set, and maintain predator traps.
Deploy, operate, maintain, and upload data from trail cameras.
Digitally collect and maintain field data, databases, and weekly, monthly, and annual technical reports.
Support ongoing predator research projects and safe wildlife handling.
Qualifications Education
Required: Bachelor's degree in Wildlife Science or a closely related field from an accredited university.
Experience
Required: Minimum 2 years of applicable experience; expertise in trapping/hunting, wildlife surveys, technical reporting, animal tracking, and identifying Southern/Central California predators by sight, sound, and track. Experience with digital cameras, optics, and firearm safety, transport, and maintenance.
Preferred: Project management, predator control in sensitive habitats, predation investigations, raptor-marking, and technical proposal writing.
Licenses & Certifications
Required: California Driver's License.
Preferred: NRA Firearms Safety Certification, Hunter Safety Certificate and Hunting License, California Trapper's License, Scientific Collecting/Master Banding Permit, ArcGIS certification, and Wilderness First Aid.
Skills & Abilities
Strong four-wheel-drive and basic vehicle maintenance skills.
Proficiency in MS Office and GIS tools.
Strong written, verbal, organizational, and time-management skills with the ability to adapt to variable schedules.
Physical Requirements
Able to hike up to 10 miles per day, lift or carry up to 50 lbs over uneven terrain, and work outdoors in all weather conditions for long periods.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $67,000–$80,000 per year, depending on experience.
Paid time off, sick leave, health plan, and SEP IRA eligibility.
Updated 1d ago
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Wildlife Innovations
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Growing team
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San Diego, California, United States
Wildlife Innovations is a DGS-certified small/micro business specializing in environmental consulting with a focus on wildlife research and management. Our mission is to support the protection and recovery of listed species, ensure environmental compliance, and reduce risks to human health and safety. We manage diverse wildlife species across a wide range of environments — including active construction sites, airports, military installations, ports, state parks, and urban/coastal areas.
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Predator Biologist
San Diego, California, United States • Full Time