The Irvine Ranch Land Reserve Trust (http://www.irlrtrust.org), Orange County, CA, is seeking a Conservation GIS Consultant as well as a Field Ecologist (both position descriptions are below).
The announcement for the Field Ecologist has been revised slightly from the version posted to the Ecolog list-serv on 8/4/07. The current announcement does not contain a requirement for GIS experience. If you already replied to the previous announcement, there is no need to do so again, but if you are interested, please review the current description before applying. Contact David Olson, [EMAIL PROTECTED], with application materials and any questions you may have about either position. ***POSITION #1 JOB TITLE: FIELD ECOLOGIST FLSA STATUS: Exempt REPORTS TO: Director of Science & Stewardship, David Olson CORE FUNCTIONS: Field-oriented natural resource management position, responsible for planning, coordinating and implementing activities related to the Trust's mission to encourage the highest quality stewardship of the permanently protected Irvine Ranch wildlands. Includes species and habitat monitoring, exotic species control, habitat restoration, fire and fuels management, review of trail project design and assisting with field trips and volunteer workdays. Assists landowners with Natural Communities Conservation Plan compliance, as well as developing and implementing resource management plans. Coordinates with regional scientific teams and individuals, and plans and directs or leads preserve management teams. May recruit and supervise seasonal staff and interns, and supervise professional consultants and contractors. Serves on the Science and Resource Management team of the Trust and provide consultation and advice to other projects as appropriate. May serve as lead or participant in multi-organizational scientific teams and partnerships, and will work closely with partners. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, natural resources management or similar field and 3 to 5 years related work experience in land management. Master's degree preferred. Knowledge of general ecological principles and experience with basic experimental design and field sampling. Ability to conduct and/or direct resource management field work, and evaluate habitat conditions and trends. Experience with statistical and computer analysis of a variety of environmental data on natural communities. Familiarity with the biological systems, flora, and fauna of the California South Coast ecoregion. Knowledge of the Natural Communities Conservation Planning program and biological compliance requirements. Successful experience developing, directing and managing multiple projects and timelines. Experience in safe use and maintenance of field tools and equipment. Familiarity with remote sensing and geographic information systems and analysis. Knowledge of current trends in conservation and land management including urban ecology. Foreign language skills (Spanish) desirable. DECISION-MAKING/PROBLEM SOLVING: Design, implement and direct projects, setting deadlines and ensuring high quality outcomes. Ability to make or recommend sometimes complex scientific decisions relative to species and habitat conservation in consultation with supervisors and colleagues. Ability to compile, organize and use scientific information in decision-making. Experience developing creative approaches and strategies to conserve natural communities and their components. COMMUNICATION/INTERPERSONAL: Good communication and presentation skills. Experience preparing clear, accurate reports and documents. Ability to manage group processes and objectives and to participate constructively on multi-disciplinary teams. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work frequently involves physical exertion, variable weather conditions, and demanding field circumstances with exposure to disagreeable elements in an open space setting. Frequent travel within immediate/local area. Willingness to work variable hours appropriate to project objectives. CONTACT: Please send letter of interest and Curriculum Vitae to David Olson ([EMAIL PROTECTED]). The Irvine Ranch Land Reserve Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer ........................................................................................................................ ........................................................................................................................ ****POSITION #2: CONSERVATION GIS CONSULTANT Irvine Ranch Land Reserve Trust (http://www.irlrtrust.org) Orange County, CA We are seeking a creative, motivated, team-oriented Conservation GIS Specialist. This position is responsible for coordinating and implementing GIS-related analysis and research for the 50,000-acre Irvine Ranch Wildlands. Major projects are to: 1) map vegetation dynamics over time from aerial photography; 2) support an effort to map and characterize fire history and impacts; and 3) support efforts to model wildlife impacts of human access. Other responsibilities include data acquisition and management, map making, and GIS training. Qualifications: Master's degree or PhD in geography, ecology, natural resources management or a similar field and 3-5 years of related experience with a GIS focus required. Experience with remote sensing, aerial photography and image orthorectification a plus. Term: Six months, no benefits. Please send letter of interest and Curriculum Vitae to David Olson ([EMAIL PROTECTED]).
