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Open Space Seasonal Assistant (Natural Resources) - San Rafael, CA. Marin County Parks. Final Application Date: February 25, 2012. Responsibilities: The Natural Resources Seasonal Crew will be a 4 person team that works to maintain various restoration sites under the supervision of the District's Natural Resources Program Manager. The primary responsibility of the crew is removing or otherwise treating invasive plants on MCOSD lands. Other tasks will likely include: watering and mulching newly planted native plants, collecting data on plant populations that are being monitored, mapping and recording sites worked on and new sites using a GPS/GIS, maintaining tools and equipment, and other tasks as needed. The seasonal crew will spend over 90% of its time doing work in the field under all weather conditions. Spring and summer in Marin is typically beautiful warm weather. But common hazards of the job include sun exposure, poison oak and ticks. This is a full time, 37.5 hours/4 days per week temporary position to last approximately 6 months. Must have the ability to work outdoors all day, while engaging in regular physical activity, complete a physical exam, a Livescan background check and provide a driving record. Applicants must possess or obtain a Qualified Applicator's Certificate or License(QAC/QAL) from the California Department of Pesticide Regulations. The crew leader will have added responsibilities of keeping track of past and future work assignments and should be computer literate, with some experience in databases and GIS. Start Date: March 2012 End Date: August 30, 2012 Pay: $13.36 - $16.38/hour *Depending upon qualifications. To apply go to: http://www.jobaps.com/marin/sup/images/default.asp Then click on "Parks & Open Space Seasonal Assistant" under Temporary Jobs and indicate that you are interested in Natural Resources/Resource Management on your application. Questions can be sent to Pete Frye pfrye@co.marin.ca.us (415) 342-1798

Habitat Restoration Intern, Watershed Science Intern, Native Plant Intern - Lagunitas, CA. Salmon Protection and Watershed Network (SPAWN). http://www.spawnusa.org. Application deadline: April 30, 2012. SPAWN works to protect endangered salmon in the Lagunitas Watershed and the environment on which we all depend. SPAWN uses a multi-faceted approach to accomplish our mission including grassroots action, habitat restoration, policy development, research and monitoring, citizen training, environmental education, strategic litigation, and collaboration with other organizations, land-owners, and agencies. Current Intern Positions Available: 1) Native Plant Nursery Intern: works to organize and coordinate native plant nursery operations with a focus on plant propagation, coordinating nursery operations to support SPAWN’s habitat restoration programs under the supervision of SPAWN’s staff. This includes recruiting, training, and supervising nursery volunteers as well as conducting inventory management, nursery watering and maintenance, and related tasks. 2) Watershed Science Intern: works to organize and implement research and monitoring activities for coho salmon and other terrestrial and aquatic wildlife. Responsible for recruiting volunteers to assist with monitoring, coordinating schedules for data collection and entry, and reporting monitoring results. The Watershed Science Intern will gain technical skills in fisheries biology, research and monitoring, data collection, environmental education, and salmonid restoration. 3) Coho Salmon Habitat Restoration & Events Intern: works to organize and implement public events that perform coho salmon habitat restoration projects in the field. Responsible for organizing, implementing, and improving SPAWN’s habitat restoration program under the supervision of SPAWN’s staff. Responsible for volunteer recruitment and outreach, as well as data collection and entry. The Intern Program requires a commitment of 12-30 hours per week for twelve weeks with one mandatory meeting per week in our office located in west Marin County. Interns spend eighty percent of their time on focused projects as described above and the other twenty percent of their time is spent assisting with grassroots organizing activities such as media outreach, events planning, online social networking, and fundraising. Turtle Island Restoration Network is a nonprofit environmental organization based in Marin County, California. Turtle Island carries out four initiatives: SPAWN (Salmon Protection and Watershed Network), Sea Turtle Restoration Project, Shark Stewards, and the Got Mercury Campaign. Contact: Chris Pincetich, chris@tirn.net, (415) 663-8590 x102

Conservation Manager - San Diego, CA. San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy (SDRVC). Apply by February 21, 2012. Key responsibilities of the Conservation Manager include grant writing, project concept development and management, landowner outreach, permitting, scientific data management and reporting. Collaborates with our agency partner San Dieguito River Park. Work sites are in a variety of coastal to upland habitats from Del Mar/Solana Beach inland to Julian, California. This position will be based at the award-winning River Park office and requires frequent field work and travel throughout the San Dieguito River corridor. Reports to Executive Director, SDRVC. • Identify streambed restoration, water quality, habitat restoration and flood control opportunities and develop river and upland restoration projects. • Advance species recovery and connection in the San Dieguito watershed. • Outreach to landowners and leaseholders in the watershed to achieve conservation goals. • Prepare proposals and develop grant agreements, scopes of work, deliverables, timelines and budgets for potential projects. Maintain excellence for grantors and regulators. • Facilitate technical, scientific and engineering design and construction activities through all phases of restoration projects, including training for in-kind volunteer field work. • Plan and conduct volunteer conservation work parties, hikes, educational and other outreach activities. • Ensure projects are properly permitted and remain compliant with local, state, and federal regulations and permit requirements. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required. Advanced degree desirable. Areas of interest include biology, ecology, coastal sciences, conservation biology, botany, and riparian and wetland restoration. Applied science work. Practical field restoration experience required. Please send resume, letter of interest and desired compensation range via email to:San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy Attn: Executive Director baker@sdrvc.org

Associate Natural Scientist/Engineer – Oakland, CA. Sound Watershed Consulting. Applications will be accepted until the position filled. Sound Watershed is seeking an qualified experts in natural sciences who can provide support in developing various analyses and diagnoses of environmental problems that lead to effective design and management recommendations. Projects typically involve creek and watershed restoration, sustainable forestry, land-use management, environmental policy, and support for environmental permitting and documentation. The ideal candidates for this role will have a recent degree and a demonstrated passion for working on a wide array of analytical, design and field tasks. Candidates should also have experiences that demonstrate core skills including the ability to evaluate and describe important natural processes in the field; comfort with models and other analytical tools; solid computer skills, including use of spreadsheets, scientific models, and GIS skills (primarily ArcGIS); the ability to work both independently and within multi-disciplinary teams; exceptional communication skills; the ability to focus on attention to details. This position requires some travel (up to 20%) and field work (up to 50%). Qualified applicants please visit http://www.soundwatershed.com/employment.html for more information and application procedures.        1/19/12

Senior Associate/Project Manager – Oakland, CA Sound Watershed is seeking to hire a Senior Associate/Project Manager to assist the company in providing services to clients, leading staff, and developing new markets that broaden the company's natural resource consulting expertise. The position involves field work in a wide variety of settings in Northern California; writing technical reports, grants & proposals; coordinating and managing the work of other staff and clients; review and quality control of work products; contributing to the growth and development of the business; and implementing marketing and proposal efforts in coordination with other staff. Experience with environmental analysis (CEQA, NEPA), other environmental documents and permits from state and federal agencies involved with watershed issues is an element of this position. Developing restoration designs and/or management approaches is another key element. The successful applicant may draw from expertise in a variety of fields, including earth science, hydrology, biology, engineering, planning, forestry, ecology or other natural resource background. At least 8 years of experience is required, and an advanced degree is preferred. We are primarily seeking individuals interested in a long-term position leading toward a Principal-level status in 1-5 years. Applications will be accepted until the position filled. Qualified applicants please visit http://www.soundwatershed.com/employment.html for more information and application procedures.        1/19/12

Invasive Plant Early Detection/ Rapid Response Internship – Fort Cronkhite, Sausalito, CA. National Park Service Inventory and Monitoring Program. Final application date: February 17, 2012. POSITION DESCRIPTION: Golden Gate National Recreation Area is seeking two interns to assist with early detection, mapping, and removal of invasive plants. The interns will work closely with park staff, other interns, and volunteers for two park programs, the Inventory and Monitoring Early Detection Team and the GGNRA Habitat Restoration Team. The interns will work primarily in GGNRA but will also travel occasionally to Point Reyes National Seashore and Pinnacles National Monument. If you are excited to take on challenging fieldwork, learn to identify and control invasive plants, learn GPS and GIS mapping techniques, and work in spectacular national parks, then please contact us. REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in biological science or a related field, basic computer skills and a valid California driver’s license. Desirable qualifications include training/experience in plant taxonomy, restoration, horticulture, surveying, mapping, GPS/GIS, and Access database. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Interns must be able to work full days in difficult field conditions which may include strenuous hiking and manual labor in rugged terrain and adverse weather conditions. Work in dense poison oak will occur several days a week. Exposure to ticks is not uncommon. Although we will provide protective equipment to interns, please do not apply if you have any hesitation about these matters. ACCOMODATIONS, STIPEND AND DURATION: Shared park housing is provided, as well as a stipend of $250 every two weeks for out-of-pocket expenses. Occasionally, interns may need to drive a personal vehicle for work (mileage costs will be reimbursed). The internships will start in March and end in September, 2012. CONTACT: Please send a letter of interest, resume, and three references via email to Eric_Wrubel@nps.gov. For information about the Weed Watchers program, visit: www.weedwatcher.org. For more information about GGNRA, visit: www.nps.gov/goga

Program Assistant ­ Watsonville, CA; Wild Farm Alliance; position will be open until filled. Job Description: The Program Assistant will help improve WFA's strategic effectiveness. She/he provides communications, administrative, policy, research, outreach and on-farm support. This person is responsible for general communications of educational and policy projects, helps with program administration, conducts research, assists with implementing on-farm conservation projects, and helps with special projects as requested. Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess demonstrated expertise in helping to run projects as well as a basic knowledge of conservation and sustainable agriculture. Eligible applicants must possess the following skills and experience: Careful attention to detail with excellent administrative and organizational skills; An understanding and passion for environmental conservation and sustainable agriculture; Minimum two years experience in communications, on-farm activities or administration, preferably in a conservation or sustainable agriculture non-profit organization; Familiarity with office operations and experience handling a number of projects at once; Experience managing contracts, conducting research, and maintaining databases strongly preferred; Strong writing and verbal communications skills; Competence with research tool; Knowledge of native plants preferred; Self-directed, entrepreneurial and collaborative work style; Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with a diverse group of people; Able to perform under pressure and meet deadline; Proficiency using Mac-based computers including basic word processing, spreadsheets, and database use/maintenance; Bachelor's degree or higher with significant class or degree work in relevant field. Master's degree preferred; Commitment to Wild Farm Alliance's mission. A sense of humor. Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a full time position. Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent health coverage available. Interested applicants should download full job description at www.wildfarmalliance.org, submit a cover letter, resume, salary requirements, how you learned about the position, and the names and contact information for three references via email to Director: Jo Ann Baumgartner at job@wildfarmalliance.org. Email materials in Word documents only. No phone calls please.        1/11/12

Entry Level - Plant Biologist/Plant Ecologist - Los Gatos, California. Open until 30 March 2012. Apply to: personnel@harveyecology.com reference: Plant Biologist Entry Level. H. T. Harvey & Associates is a premier ecological consulting firm based in Northern and Central California with offices in Los Gatos, Fresno, Davis and Arcata. For over 35 years, our firm has been successfully developing sound, scientifically-based solutions to complex ecological challenges. Our firm specifically focuses on ecology and providing specialized and expert biology-based information to our clients. We are looking for an energetic, career-minded scientist with a focus in plant ecology to join us on a full-time basis in our Los Gatos office. The opening is for an entry-level plant biologist/ plant ecologist to conduct field studies, including but not limited to, plant community mapping, rare plant surveys, wetland assessments and delineations, identification of restoration opportunities, and mitigation land surveys. A qualified candidate for this position will also prepare a variety of reports/technical studies including environmental impact analyses, resource agency permits, and natural resource management plans. Our firm works on a wide variety of projects for private and public clients that vary in size from a few acres to several thousand acres, with purposes including alternative energy development, infrastructure and transportation projects, public works, and conservation bank planning. The broad spectrum of work sites can span from urbanized locations around the San Francisco Bay area to the remote wildlands of the Mojave Desert. This is an entry-level position in that no prior consulting experience is required; however, we are seeking highly qualified individuals with a solid graduate research background that are motivated to develop career skills and advance within the company. Desired qualifications include a degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in plant ecology, plant biology, or more general ecology, restoration, or biology-based degrees with an emphasis in plant, rangeland, wetland, or forest ecology. Complementary coursework or experience in soil science, community ecology, rangeland science, forestry, marsh ecology, and/or wildlife ecology will be useful and appreciated. Experience in plant identification, quantitative field surveys, plant community/association mapping, statistical analysis, environmental impact analysis, permit preparation, GPS-based field data capture, and GIS-based mapping is a real plus. Demonstrable technical writing ability and good communication skills are essential. We offer an excellent salary and benefits package and a positive, progressive work environment. Our employment package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401K program with generous match. More information about H. T. Harvey & Associates and our areas of expertise can be obtained at http://www.harveyecology.com. H. T. Harvey & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities strongly encouraged to apply.

Senior and Mid-level Botanists with rare plant survey experience in California deserts Location: Oceanside, CA with travel throughout southern California Desert Regions. Company: Garcia and Associates (GANDA). Final Application Filing Date: until filled. Garcia and Associates (GANDA), a natural and cultural resources consulting firm, seeks to employ botanists at several levels of experience. We anticipate filling multiple positions at the field biologist level, as well as the project management level for applicants with extensive project management or senior level consulting experience. Senior Botanist will be tasked with managing large-scale field projects in the southern California region. Botanists would be stationed out of the Oceanside office but should expect to travel to projects throughout the southern California region. Projects will be based primarily in the southern California desert regions, though travel for jobs managed out of other offices may occur occasionally. Applicants should expect extensive field work and project-related travel. The minimum education requirement for the senior position is a M.S. degree in botany or related field (B.S. minimum for mid-level). Prior experience in natural resource consulting is very desirable. Experience with California desert flora, riparian communities, wetlands, restoration of habitats and resource impact assessments is also desired. Highly qualified applicants will possess solid writing, communication and computer skills. In addition, they shall have a familiarity with standard sampling and analytical techniques, in particular, for rare plant surveys. Applicants for the senior botanist position should have experience managing projects and staff. The flexibility to work on a variety of diverse tasks and a willingness to learn and adapt to a wide range of natural resource issues is a basic requirement for this position. Garcia and Associates offers benefits package for full-time permanent employees including: 401(k), health insurance, cafeteria plan, and profit sharing. Salary for the person(s) hired to fill these position(s) is dependent on qualifications and experience. Seasonal/project hire positions are also available. See our website at www.garciaandassociates.com. www.garciaandassociates.com for more information on the firm. Contact: Please submit a cover letter referencing the position of interest, resume, and minimum of three references (faxes will be accepted) to: Susan Infalt Garcia and Associates 415 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603 fax 530/823-3138 sinfalt@garciaandassociates.com        11/17/11

Preserve Manager - San Diego. Located in San Diego County, CA. Center for Natural Lands Management. Final Application Filing Date: Applications accepted until position is filled but for fullest consideration, please apply by December 15, 2011. The Center for Natural Lands Management (CNLM) is a nonprofit 501(3)(c) organization, created in 1990, whose mission is the perpetual stewardship of natural and created conservation lands, sensitive species, and their resident ecosystems. Stewardship activities are currently divided between California and Washington states. The Preserve Manager – San Diego (hereafter, Preserve Manager-SD) will be responsible for a portfolio of preserves in San Diego County that represent a variety of habitats including coastal sage scrub, willow riparian forest, chaparral, grassland and others. All CNLM preserves have sensitive or federally or State-listed species. The anchor preserve for this management position is the Rancho La Costa Preserve. It primarily contains coastal sage scrub and grassland, with the purpose of maintaining listed species such as the coastal California gnatcatcher, San Diego thornmint, and thread-leaf brodiaea. See the CNLM website for preserve descriptions. Other preserves within this portfolio protect least Bell’s vireo. Other preserves may be added over time and responsibilities may change or be shared with the other San Diego Preserve Managers. The Preserve Manager-SD 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-SD oversees, and directly implements or facilitates all management activities on the preserves within the position’s portfolio from budgeting through planning to implementation and reporting. This position requires maintenance of a home office. There is a considerable degree of autonomy (and responsibility) associated with this position because of CNLM’s organizational structure which focuses on preserve management rather than high levels of administration and supervision. Supervision will be provided by the San Diego Regional Preserve Manager; guidance will also be provided by the Director of Conservation Science. The Preserve Manager-SD will contribute to CNLM’s expertise and documentation of ‘best management practices’ for managing, grassland, riparian, and coastal sage scrub habitats. Please see our website for full job description, requirements, and working conditions. To Apply*: *Qualified applicants must provide a detailed letter of interest, current resumé or curriculum vitae, two examples of professional writing (such as publications, professional reports, or management plans), and three professional references (names, affiliations, and contact information only). All applications will be acknowledged. Please email these materials to: careers-sdpm@cnlm.org        11/15/11

Land Steward - Santa Cruz, CA. Land Trust of Santa Cruz County. Applications will be accepted until this position is filled. We will begin reviewing resumes on December 5, 2011. The Land Trust of Santa Cruz County is a well-funded, rapidly growing conservation organization with the mission of protecting the beauty and natural, cultural, and agricultural resources of Santa Cruz County. We are seeking an experienced person to join our team to implement the Land Trust's overall land stewardship goals by assisting the Stewardship Manager with resource management on over 3000 acres of fee and easement lands. The Land Steward will assist with writing and implementing preserve management plans, conduct literature searches, field observations and coordinate studies to assess the status of natural and cultural resources, and prepare maps and graphics in support of preserve management activities. The position will also assist the Conservation Easement Steward with conservation and agricultural easement monitoring and stewardship. On our working lands, the Land Steward will interact with growers, grazers and foresters. Work with researchers, environmental educators, contractors and work crews. Job Knowledge, Skills, Ability & Experience: A bachelor's degree or equivalent in biology or related field, three or more years' experience working on conservation land stewardship, easements and project management, an understanding of conservation of natural, agricultural, cultural and open space resources and the role of land trusts in that effort, competence in GIS and GPS, identification of native and non-native species in Santa Cruz County, stewardship practices, and infrastructure maintenance, familiarity with conservation and agricultural easements and physical capacity to safely work long hours outdoors in any weather condition. Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and benefits compensation package, including paid medical, generous leave, support for training and professional development, and a flexible work schedule. To view the full job description, please visit: www.LandTrustSantaCruz.org. To apply: Send resume to lynn.overtree@landtrustsantacruz.org        11/15/11

Senior Biologist/Manager - TRA Environmental Sciences, Inc. is seeking to hire a Senior Biologist/Manager for its Menlo Park, CA office to lead our biological resources group and assist the company in developing new markets and broaden the company's biological expertise. This position is on a senior management track. The position includes field work, technical report writing, and project management; coordinating and managing the work of five or more biologists; review and quality control of biology group's work products; leading the development and implementation of strategies, goals and actions for the biological resources group, directing sales and marketing efforts in coordination with TRA's senior management and communicating biology group status to senior management. The successful applicant will have technical expertise as a field biologist and extensive experience with environmental analysis (CEQA, NEPA) and projects requiring permits from state and federal agencies, specifically the California Department of Fish and Game, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, State and Regional Water Boards, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The applicant should also have had experience managing and directing staff. Writing ability, communication skills, and a sincere commitment to client service are essential. Minimum requirements are a Master's degree in biology, ecology, natural resources or related field and 8 years of relevant experience. TRA Environmental Sciences, Inc. specializes in the preparation of a wide range of environmental documents for a variety of private and governmental clients. We are a small firm of team-oriented professionals that prepare high quality work products and who value the work environment that TRA provides.TRA offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits including a profit sharing plan. Pay dependent on experience. TRA is an equal opportunity employer. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Qualified applicants please send a cover letter and resume to: Barbara Beard, Personnel Manager at HR@traenviro.com.        11/4/11