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Seasonal Restoration Specialist - San Luis Obispo, CA. The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County. Final Application Filing Date: Open until filled. Initial review will begin in early October. The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County is pleased to announce recruiting for their SEASONAL (6-Month, Temporary), full-time, Restoration Specialist positions. Restoration Specialists are part of the Restoration Team which is responsible for on the ground implementation of our restoration projects. This includes exotic species removal, habitat restoration, riparian rehabilitation, and dunes restoration. The work is performed in often difficult, yet beautiful, sand dune or stream environments. The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County is a private 501(c)(3) non-profit land trust with a mission to permanently protect lands having scenic, agricultural, cultural and habitat values through voluntary and cooperative methods. Founded in 1984, The Land Conservancy is a growing organization with a strong record of successful projects. There are five positions available. The pay rate is $14.00/hr. The positions are scheduled to begin on November 1st, 2010 and end April 29th, 2011. Actual duration of employment is subject to change. Please see the Official Job Description on our website, www.lcslo.org, for more information. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. To apply please fill out the Employment Application Form and provide a Cover Letter, and Resume and mail, drop off, or email it to: The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County, Attn: Position announcement, P.O. Box 12206, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406 or 547 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, restoration@lcslo.org.   8/30/10

Conservation Director - Rolling Hills Estates/Palos Verdes Peninsula. Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Deadline: open until filled. The Conservation Director is responsible for planning and overseeing the Palos Verdes Peninsula's land protection, stewardship, and habitat restoration. This includes developing and implementing PVPLC's conservation vision, managing land stewardship activities, supporting land protection activities, overseeing the work of the stewardship staff and committees, building partnerships and the profile of the conservation program, and overseeing program work plans, budgets, expenses, and timely invoices for receivables. The Conservation Director also oversees various PVPLC projects that take place on the Preserves or that are planning efforts. These projects can be related to habitat restoration, planning, and biological studies. The ideal candidate will have a significant understanding of conservation principles, strong organizational skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, and will be comfortable and effective working in a highly collaborative environment. The Conservation Director works under the supervision and direction of the Executive Director. To learn more about the position, please visit http://www.pvplc.org/jobs.shtml or apply to info@pvplc.org    8/30/10

Preserve Manager – Riverside/Orange Counties, CA. Center for Natural Lands Management (www.cnlm.org). Final Application Filing Date: Open until filled.                 The Center for Natural Lands Management (CNLM) is a nonprofit 501(3)(c), organization created in 1990 whose mission is the perpetual stewardship of conservation lands, sensitive species, and their habitats. The Preserve Manager – Riverside/Orange Counties (RO) will be responsible for several CNLM Preserves in Riverside and Orange Counties. The Preserves represent a variety of habitats including grasslands, vernal pools, riparian wetlands, and coastal sage scrub. All CNLM preserves have sensitive or federally or State-listed species. Within this portfolio, those species include California gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica), Stephen’s kangaroo rat (Dipodomys stephensi), and vernal pool species. Three ‘anchor’ preserves for which this position is initially responsible are the March Stephen’s Kangaroo Rat, East Coyote Hills, and Mockingbird Canyon Preserves. See the CNLM website for preserve descriptions. Preserves may be added or removed from the position’s portfolio over time and responsibilities may change or be shared with other Preserve Managers.

The Preserve Manager (RO) will provide resource management in accordance with the conservation values and regulatory requirements of each Preserve. Preserves are managed as individual entities with site-specific plans, reports, and budgets. The Preserve Manager (RO) oversees and directly implements or facilitates, all management activities on the Preserves within the position’s portfolio. He or she is responsible for all activities concerning portfolio Preserves, from budgeting through planning to implementation. This position requires maintenance of a home office. There is a considerable degree of autonomy and responsibility associated with this position, because of the organizational structure of the Center which focuses on preserve management rather than high levels of administration and supervision. Supervision and guidance is provided by the Director of Conservation Science. The Preserve Manager (RO) will contribute to CNLM’s expertise and documentation of ‘best management practices’ for managing vernal pool, grassland, riparian, and coastal sage scrub habitats, in particular. Please see our website for a complete position description.   To Apply: Qualified applicants must provide a letter of interest and resumé. Electronic submissions preferred. E-mail or mail these materials to: careers-pm@cnlm.org Attn: HR Department Center for Natural Lands Management 215 West Ash Street Fallbrook, CA 92028

Senior and Mid-Level Biologist - Wildscape Restoration. The Biologist positions require a minimum of three to five years of experience providing biological services. Responsibilities include field surveys for flora and fauna of Southern California, special status species surveys, habitat assessments, wetland delineations, revegetation monitoring and data collection, vegetation mapping/surveying, habitat restoration/invasive plant removal, mitigation implementation, preparation of biological resource assessment documents (CEQA/NEPA), preparation of biological constraint/impact reports, and development of mitigation measures. Required skills include extensive knowledge of Southern California flora and fauna. Desired skills include advanced analytical, writing and communication skills, and a degree in the environmental/biological sciences. This position requires regular and frequent communication, feedback, and coordination as support to Project Managers and Principals. We are seeking self-motivated individuals who are willing and able to work in a team environment; and are willing and able to assertively seek missing information from a variety of sources to maintain forward project momentum. Knowledge of landscape construction is desirable as are strong technical accuracy, attention to detail, organizational and computer skills. Wildscape Restoration offers a salary commensurate with experience, a team-oriented work environment, and benefits that include competitive benefits. To apply and join our outstanding team of professionals, please email your résumé to: hr@wildscaperestoration.com    8/4/10

Watershed Resources Specialist - Salary: $6,201 - $7,538/mo. Location: Brentwood, CA (Northern California). Company: Contra Costa Water District. Filing Date: Open Until Filled. Job Description: The Watershed Resources Specialist assists with the overall protection, operation, and maintenance of the Los Vaqueros Watershed and adjacent District owned lands (19,380 acres, including a 1,500- acre reservoir). This position is located at the Los Vaqueros Reservoir in Brentwood, CA (Northern Calif.) and provides managerial and supervisory support to the Watershed Superintendent. This position is responsible for maintaining land stewardship by protecting valuable natural and cultural resources; implementing environmental mitigation programs and ensuring compliance with environmental commitments; performing resource protection and management activities. Candidate will also manage contracts with consultants and vendors who provide environmental services, and will manage watershed-related agreements with agencies such as California Department of Fish and Game and US Fish and Wildlife Service. The candidate will supervise three technical staff involved in various aspects of environmental monitoring and watershed protection. In addition, the District is preparing to expand the existing reservoir beginning in 2011 to help meet CALFED Program objectives and serve the water quality and water reliability needs of the Bay Area. The project is an important component of California's long-term plan to fix the San Francisco Bay/Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta (Bay-Delta) ecosystem, while effectively meeting the needs of the millions who depend on the Delta for water. Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in watershed management, environmental protection, natural resources administration, wildlife management, forestry, or biological/ zoological sciences and four years of experience in wildland resource management with an emphasis on the administration of natural resource protection and/or conducting environmental mitigation studies. Additional experience may include environmental protection, land stewardship, land use administration, resource management, wildland fire protection, and wildland law enforcement. Candidate must have knowledge of principles of ecology, rangeland, watershed, wildland recreation, wildlife, fisheries, forestry and natural resource or agricultural sciences and management. Candidate must be in possession of, or have the ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license, receive a certification of completion for CPR and first aid within 6 months of date of hire, and a certification of completion of PC 832 "A" Powers of Arrest Course within 12 months of date of hire. The successful candidate must also pass a criminal background check. Contact: Interested candidates may submit an electronic application by mail at: www.ccwater.com/employment. Or download an application and submit to: CCWD Human Resources Division, 1331 Concord Avenue, Concord, CA 94520. Phone: (925) 688-8002.    6/9/10

Associate/Senior Biologist - Menlo Park, California. TRA Environmental Sciences, Inc. Final Application date: August 31. 2010. TRA is seeking a biologist who is able to complete biological site assessments, botanical surveys, and impact analysis for CEQA/NEPA documents; can identify California flora and fauna and map vegetation communities; complete state and federal agency biological permitting processes; and monitor construction projects in sensitive habitat. Desired skills include botany, ability to delineate wetlands per federal and California Coastal Commission guidelines, including knowledge of arid west requirements, specific endangered species survey experience or permits; and experience with conservation planning. Experience with marketing and project and client management is also desired. Minimum requirements are a Master's degree in biology, ecology, natural resources or related field, or a Bachelor's degree in such a field with 3-5 years relevant experience. Excellent organizational, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are required. This position requires an independent worker who also enjoys working in a team environment. Send Resumes to Barbara Beard, Personnel Manager at: beard@traenviro.com

*Sound Watershed* is seeking talented professionals who are interested in careers in planning, design, restoration and management of land-use practices that affect stream and watershed ecosystems. We offer significant opportunities for professional and technical advancement in a cooperative and supportive work environment. We are seeking career natural scientists, engineers, managers, planners and technicians with strong multi-disciplinary knowledge and/or interest in a variety of natural and physical sciences, including (but not limited to):

* Hydrology
* Geomorphology
* Ecology
* Forestry
* Restoration Design
* Civil Engineering
* Watershed Science
* Erosion Control
* and/or other similar skills.

Projects typically involve creek and watershed restoration, watershed management, sustainable forestry, land-use management, environmental policy, and support for environmental permitting and documentation. We are currently seeking to fill the following positions:

* Field Technician* - some college or relevant field experience required *
*Associate Scientist/Engineer *- BS with up to 5 years experience required (graduate degrees preferred) *
*Associate Principal OR Senior Associate Scientist/Engineer *- 15+ years experience * *Summer Internship (Paid) *- for undergraduates or recent BS grads with limited experience

Sound Watershed works in a variety of landscapes throughout northern California and western Nevada. Occasional travel and field work is required, and may include working late nights, early mornings and/or weekends. Tele-commuting is available (preferred), and candidates from areas outside the Oakland/San Francisco area are welcome. Interested candidates should complete the application form at: http://www.soundwatershed.com/career-opportunities.html Additional information about our company and these opportunities can be found at this site as well. Please no phone calls.    5/5/10