Fisheries Biologist (On-Call)

ICF; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is seeking an On-Call Fisheries Biologist based in Richmond, CA. The role involves field sampling of water quality, phytoplankton, zooplankton, and larval fish in the upper San Francisco Estuary and inland rivers, with up to 12 hours per day and up to 40 hours per week, including occasional night and weekend shifts.

Laboratory work sorting and identifying plankton may be required, and you may deploy and retrieve weighted receivers from boats for telemetry projects.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in field identification of fish species.
• Knowledge of sampling methods for fish, plankton, and water quality.
• Solid field skills for outdoor work and long boat days.

Responsibilities

• Assist ICF biologists on shore and aboard boats with field sampling of water quality, phytoplankton, zooplankton, and larval fish.
• May perform laboratory work sorting and identifying plankton.
• Deploy and retrieve weighted receivers from boats for telemetry projects.
• Travel up to 5 days per week may be required.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Field fish identification

Sampling methods

Field work outdoors

Education

B.S. in Biology

2 years field biology experience

Job description

Job Description

ICF is currently seeking one On-Call Fisheries Biologist to be based out of Richmond, CA. Work assignments may include working up to 12 hours per day and up to 40 hours per week, including occasional night and weekend shifts. Responsibilities will include assisting ICF biologists on shore and aboard boats with field sampling and collection of water quality, phytoplankton, zooplankton, and larval fish in the upper San Francisco Estuary and inland rivers. The position may include laboratory work, requiring hours in the lab sorting and identifying plankton. Responsibilities may also include deploying and retrieving weighted receivers from boats for telemetry projects. Travel up to 5 days per week may be required.

Description

On-Call Fisheries Biologist

Richmond, CA

Job Description

ICF is currently seeking one On-Call Fisheries Biologist to be based out of Richmond, CA. Work assignments may include working up to 12 hours per day and up to 40 hours per week, including occasional night and weekend shifts. Responsibilities will include assisting ICF biologists on shore and aboard boats with field sampling and collection of water quality, phytoplankton, zooplankton, and larval fish in the upper San Francisco Estuary and inland rivers. The position may include laboratory work, requiring hours in the lab sorting and identifying plankton. Responsibilities may also include deploying and retrieving weighted receivers from boats for telemetry projects. Travel up to 5 days per week may be required.

About On-Call Employment With ICF

Given the seasonal or project-specific nature of our environmental work, ICF often hires environmental professionals as “On-Call” employees. On-Call employees are scheduled for work hours as they become available (typically a few weeks beforehand), and each on-call employee is free to accept or refuse the hours assigned to them in a given week. On-Call employees may work concurrent projects outside of their ICF assignment (along as their outside work does not create a conflict of interest with the work they do for ICF).

Basic Qualifications

• B.S. in Biology or related field, or 2 years of field biology experience
• Valid driver's license, ability to pass an MVR check, and reliable vehicle.

Core Skills And Experience

• Strong oral and written communication skills, including ability to prepare and complete field data forms.
• Experience in field identification of common fish species in the San Francisco Estuary and/or inland rivers and streams.
• Knowledge of and experience with sampling methods for fish, plankton, and water quality monitoring in freshwater and/or estuarine environments.
• Solid field skills, including the ability to work outdoors for weeks at a time and spend long hours on boats.

Preferred Skills and Experience**

• Ability to use microscopes for plankton and fish identification from the San Francisco Estuary
• Experience operating small (15-25’) boats
• Experience with acoustic telemetry projects
• Experience in fish relocation activities
• Experience with construction monitoring for biological resources
• Motorboat operator training certificate (MOCC/MOTC)

Potential Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Possible long hours of working in a field environment for multiple days in a row
• Must be comfortable working in the aquatic environment including working from a boat platform and wading in rivers and streams
• Must be able to work effectively in inclement weather, including hot, cold, rainy and foggy conditions
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds, as needed, for telemetry receiver maintenance
• Ability to travel up to 5 days per week.
• Candidates who meet any of these criteria will be prioritized over those who meet only the core skills and experience.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail] we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

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At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $60,967.00 - $103,643.00. California Field Office (CA66)