Desert Biologist/Ecologist

Tetra Tech, Inc., a full service environmental sciences consulting firm seeks a Biologist/Ecologist to provide support for our expanding operations in the Western Mojave Desert.  Primary duties will be to work with a team of other scientists conducting a diverse array of biological investigations at various military and commercial locations.  Regular duties will involve both field work as well as office work.  The field work will involve biological sampling of Mojave Desert flora and fauna, conducting Phase I site assessments, and other field related duties as required.  Candidates with relevant field sampling experience with Threatened and Endangered (T&E) species such as the Desert Tortoise or the Mohave Ground Squirrel are encouraged to apply for this position.  The office work shall involve the review and manipulation of environmental data sets, preparation of biological reports and site assessments, and assisting with computer modeling and statistical analysis of data sets.  Candidates with experience researching and preparing any of the following documents are suitable for this position:  BA, INRMP, EA, EIS/EIR, and ERA.  Additionally, this person will assist senior project managers and other scientific leaders on all aspects of biological/ecological investigations, project planning and provide assistance on other projects as needed.  Please note, this position requires a commitment to travel and conduct field work within the Mojave Desert Region. Job Requirements: Minimum of two years direct and relevant experience required, preferably within a consulting environment.  Must have experience writing and reviewing environmental reports as well as preparing and analyzing environmental data sets.  Experience and knowledge of Mojave Desert flora and fauna is required and additional consideration will be given to those candidates with experience/permits for handling special status species.  Experience working on DoD installations is considered a plus.  Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, capable of multi-tasking, comfortable working with limited supervision, and be able to meet and mange deadlines.  Candidates must clearly state in their application materials how they meet or exceed these essential requirements.Job Code : TtD-LCC-0010 Division/Department : DIV Travel Required : None Skills : Engineering -> Environmental Location: Palmdale, CA 93550 Job Status/Type: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Project/Program Management Occupation: Project Management Work Experience: 2+ to 5 Years Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Reference Code: 6347 Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. We are a diverse company, including individuals with expertise in science, research, engineering, construction, and information technology. Our strength is in collectively providing integrated services–delivering the best solutions to meet our clients’ needs. In a complex world with competing demands for limited resources, Tetra Tech offers clear solutions made possible with sound science, understanding, innovation, and industry-leading approaches. To be the premier worldwide consulting and engineering firm. Service Value Excellence Opportunity Tetra Tech will enhance the quality of life while creating value for customers, associates, investors, and ecosystem partners. Employees: 8,500 Revenue: $1.55 billion (FY 2007) NASDAQ Symbol: TTEK Corporate Office: 3475 East Foothill Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91107; (626) 351-4664 Geographic reach: 275 offices worldwide