Senior Fisheries Biologist

GEI Consultants • Full-time • Rancho Cordova, California, United States • $70k - $100k / year • 1w ago

Description

Your role at GEI.

Job Description

The Fisheries Biologist will be responsible for planning, leading, and executing, technical-based aquatic sciences programs and projects; interfacing and maintaining strong relationships with GEI staff, clients, and teaming partners; and managing and/or providing input to environmental project and proposal teams. We are seeking a respected professional with experience on small-, medium-, and large-scale projects to help seek, obtain, develop, and execute projects in fisheries, aquatic sciences, and natural resources involving aquatic systems. The candidate will lead technical and sometimes complex projects focused primarily throughout California but occasionally in other states.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

The successful applicant will provide leadership and supporting roles in fisheries and aquatic ecology technical work and projects involving fisheries sampling programs and surveys, ecological restoration, Delta and Central Valley projects, natural resource management planning, ESA compliance documents and negotiations, and biological impact analyses for ESA, FERC, SWRCB, NEPA, and CEQA processes. Experience with the FERC regulatory process is a bonus. Projects will involve complex and technical fisheries analyses and investigations; innovative mitigation and conservation planning; multi-disciplinary teamwork with biologists, planners, restoration ecologists, landscape architects, engineers, and attorneys; and creative integration of natural resource analysis and project design. Exciting opportunities exist on projects involving fisheries and aquatic ecology; watershed assessment and management; aquatic habitat restoration and enhancement; aquatic bio-assessment; large NEPA and CEQA compliance documents for major California water resources programs; flood control and levee setbacks; comprehensive natural resource planning for local, state, and federal agencies; water rights applications and other regulatory/permit proceedings; planning studies related to natural resources management, water supply, and flood management; and ESA, NEPA, and CEQA compliance for all of the above. Formal and informal staff mentoring and problem solving of complex natural resource issues in a collegial environment are important components of this position.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must have expertise and training in relevant disciplines (fisheries, aquatic ecology), as well as interest/training in one or more related disciplines (water quality, hydrology, stream restoration, watershed planning, population modeling, statistics, natural resources management, permitting, conservation biology, grant writing, FERC and Endangered Species Act analyses).
Candidates should be detail-oriented, excellent communicators (both verbal and written), and have the capability to understand and communicate complex technical, regulatory, and management issues related to aquatic ecology.
Experience with northern and central California aquatic environments is preferred (e.g., Sierra Nevada, Central Valley, Delta, North/Central Coast).
5-10 years of prior relevant consulting experience is required; 10+ years is preferred.
Bachelors Degree in fisheries biology, aquatic ecology, or related natural resources field is required; Masters Degree or PhD is preferred.

Hello. We are GEI.

Some of the world's most pressing problems - from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply - need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients' most complex challenges.

With nearly 60 offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs - we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded - which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI's career site here.

GEI's Total Rewards Package Includes

Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
Pay Range For This Position: $70,000-100,000/year
Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
Rewards and Recognition
GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
And More...

Physical Job Requirements

Sedentary

Light

X

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

Continuous

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

(1-2 hrs)

Standing

(6-8 hrs)

Walking

(3-5 hrs)

Climbing

(0-1 hrs)

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

(0-30 lbs)

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

(0-10 lbs)

Carrying objects

(6-8 hrs)

Push/pull

(0-1 hrs)

Twisting

(1-2 hrs)

Bending

(3-5 hrs)

Reaching forward

(1-3 hrs)

Reaching overhead

(0-1 hrs)

Squat/kneel/crawl

(2-4 hrs)

Wrist position deviation

(1-2 hrs)

Pinching/fine motor skills

(2-3 hrs)

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

(1-2 hrs)

Taste or smell (taste=never)

(1-2 hrs)

Talk or hear

(6-8 hrs)

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Environmental Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

X

Chemical

X

Airborne communicable diseases

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

Extreme noise levels

X

Dust/particular matter

X

Other (exposure risk):

Usual workday hours:

X

8

X

10

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.

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