Wetland Biologist – Farm Bill Easements

National Experienced Workforce Solutions; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Health Insurance Premium for 60+ 

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

Paid Federal Holidays

Vision and Dental Insurance (optional)

Job summary

NEW Solutions seeks a Biologist to support NRCS programs in California, focusing on wetland and waterbird management for easement activities. The enrollee assists in technical review, CUAs, and field support under the ACEP and related Farm Bill programs.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the State Biologist and Conservationists, providing training and on-site support while facilitating habitat assessments and compliance. Travel to farms and landowners is required.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of wetland conservation experience.
• BA/BS Degree in Agriculture, natural resources, soil conservation.
• Valid State Driver's License.
• Professional experience as a Biologist for Wetland Reserve Easements.
• Experience with Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the State Biologist and State Resource Conservationist on the biological components of wetland and waterbird management planning for easement activities under Farm Bill programs such as WRP, ACEP-WRE, and ACEP-ALE within California.
• Responsible for preparing, reviewing, and submitting Compatible Use Authorizations (CUAs) for Farm Bill program easements, ensuring they are routed to the appropriate delegated staff for approval.
• Provides technical assistance to customers to ensure all activities on Farm Bill easements are implemented, maintained, and monitored in accordance with NRCS policies and regulations.
• In-field habitat assessments: Wildlife Habitat Assessment Guides and SVAP.

Skills

Wetland conservation

Farm landowners coordination

Biologist experience

Education

BA/BS in Agriculture or Natural Resources

Tools

Windows

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

NEW Solutions seeks a Biologist to support NRCS programs in California, focusing on wetland and waterbird management for easement activities. The enrollee assists in technical review, CUAs, and field support under the ACEP and related Farm Bill programs.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the State Biologist and Conservationists, providing training and on-site support while facilitating habitat assessments and compliance. Travel to farms and landowners is required.