Description & RequirementsCurrently, ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented
Junior Wildlife Biologist to join our team in
Lompoc, CA.Job Summary: The ManTech Natural Resources Lompoc Team is seeking a junior biologist for an immediate, full-time position to support wildlife monitoring programs at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California. This position will be based at our Lompoc, CA office, though we may consider a hybrid position (ability to work from home when appropriate) for the right candidate; however, the candidate will need to live near the Lompoc, CA office. The position will require travel throughout Santa Barbara County and may require travel throughout the southwest region. Work vehicles are provided for travel to work sites. It is expected that the successful applicant will work 30% office and 70% field depending on the season.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Support established field work which will include routine night spotlight surveys for herpetofauna, daytime seine surveys, placing and maintaining audio recorders, performing habitat assessments and mapping, and mark/recapture techniques for various wildlife species.
- Responsible for leading fieldwork both independently and in a team environment, inputting and summarizing data, and occasionally contributing written information to technical reports.
Minimum Qualifications:- B.S. in ecology, wildlife biology, environmental science, or related field
- 4+ years of professional wildlife biology experience with a focus on field work
- Demonstrated experience leading field biology projects, conducting biological surveys/assessments, and strong data QA/QC skills.
- Specialized work or research experience focused in wildlife biology.
- Ability to travel.
Preferred/ Desired:- Federal 10(a)(1)(a) permits for CA wildlife species.
- Experience with natural resource management or environmental compliance and permitting for the Department of Defense.
- Master's degree in ecology, wildlife biology, environmental science, or related.
- Research experience with amphibians and/or reptiles.
- Ability to identify key characteristics of CA plant species and use dichotomous keys.
- GIS experience (e.g., spatial analysis and producing figures for reports).
- Possession of recovery permit with authorization for handling California red-legged frog, or the qualifications that would enable approval from the US Fish and Wildlife Service to do so.
Physical Requirements:- The candidate must be comfortable working outdoors and may encounter typical field hazards such as poison oak, ticks, and other nuisance species
- Office work entails stationary sitting positions up to 50% time. Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer
- Lift and haul weight occasionally up to 50 lbs at a time
- Hike rugged, uneven terrain often at night
- Operate 4WD and other all terrain vehicles occasionally trailering heavy loads
- Navigate using GPS in remote settings
The projected compensation range for this position is $79,300.00-$133,100.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, ManTech invests in it's employees beyond just compensation. ManTech's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech through its online applicant system, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.
