Salmonid Habitat Scientist - Field Research & Restoration

Marin Municipal Water District; Fairfax (CA); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Marin Municipal Water District seeks an Aquatic Ecologist to monitor salmonid populations, analyze fisheries data, and support habitat restoration projects across Marin County, with a focus on Lagunitas Creek. You will contribute to conservation of aquatic resources and advance environmental stewardship in the region.

The role involves collaboration with agencies, fieldwork in various locations, and producing technical reports to inform restoration and permitting processes.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in fishery biology, wildlife or closely related field.
• Two years of field studies, data analysis and reports experience.
• GIS knowledge and map-making skills.
• Willingness to work overtime and alternate schedules.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct aquatic surveys and monitor populations; analyze data.
• Maintain fisheries databases and field equipment.
• Support habitat restoration, monitoring and mitigation planning.
• Coordinate with agencies on fisheries and environmental matters.
• Prepare technical reports and provide staff guidance.

Conocimientos

Fisheries biology

Wildlife management

Salmonid biology

Habitat restoration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in fishery biology or related field

Herramientas

GIS

Electronic data collection

Field mapping

Descripción del empleo

Marin Municipal Water District seeks an Aquatic Ecologist to monitor salmonid populations, analyze fisheries data, and support habitat restoration projects across Marin County, with a focus on Lagunitas Creek. You will contribute to conservation of aquatic resources and advance environmental stewardship in the region.

The role involves collaboration with agencies, fieldwork in various locations, and producing technical reports to inform restoration and permitting processes.