Wildlife Biologist

~ WRA, Inc. is an environmental consulting firm based in San Rafael, California, with offices in the Bay Area and Denver, Colorado.  ~

For over 30 years, WRA has provided outstanding ecological and design expertise to develop successful solutions for our clients.  We employ experts in the fields of plant, wildlife, and wetland ecology, GIS, CEQA/NEPA, mitigation banking, and landscape architecture. More information about WRA and our areas of expertise can be found at here.

Position Overview

WRA Environmental Consultants is looking for an energetic, career-minded wildlife biologist to join us on a full-time basis in our San Rafael office.  The work that this position entails is varied and may include special-status species surveys, habitat evaluation and mapping, environmental compliance (CEQA, permitting), mitigation and conservation banking/planning, and restoration planning.  Experience in these areas is preferred, but not required.  

We are particularly looking for someone with Northern and Southern California experience, regulatory permitting experience, and experience conducting surveys listed wildlife species.  Applicants with federal recovery permits for any listed species in California will be preferred.  Periodic travel is a requirement of the position.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in biology with an emphasis in wildlife studies 
• Sound technical knowledge
• Ability to work both independently and with a small team
• Demonstrable technical writing ability
• Excellent communication skills are essential

Desired Qualifications:

• Education and experience in California wildlife taxonomy and surveys
• Habitat evaluation and monitoring
• Environmental impact analysis
• Permit preparation
• Regulatory compliance
• Construction monitoring
• Mitigation analysis

Compensation: We offer an excellent salary and benefits package and a positive, progressive work environment. Our employment package includes medical, dental, and 401K with generous match. 

To Apply

Please click "Apply" below to upload your employment application, cover letter, resume, transcripts, and three references and reference “Wildlife Biologist" in the subject line.

Please also reference where you heard about the position. Close date for submission of application materials is September 22, 2017. Please, no calls.

~ WRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer ~