Biologist III (2484) Natural Resources & Lands Management Division Millbrae, CA SFPUC (162100)

Project Name: Peninsula Bioregional Habitat Restoration (BHR) Phase 1 Including Predator Management and Oak Mitigation

This project will support the Natural Resources and Lands Management Division role in implementing aspects of Phase 1 of the San Francisco Public Utilities Bioregional Habitat Restoration program which include:

• Developing and implementing a program to benefit special-status species specifically California red-legged frog (CRLF) and San Francisco garter snake (SFGS) through habitat management and removal of non-native predators at the BHR mitigation sites and other permit required locations on the Peninsula Watershed;
• Providing technical expertise and recommendations towards development of a Long-Term Management Plan (LTMP) for the Phase 1 BHR sites;
• Developing and implementing a restoration program for oak woodlands to meet state regulatory requirements

Position Summary

Under general supervision the Senior Biologist (Biologist III) plans designs develops manages and coordinates biological and ecological monitoring for restoration and mitigation projects environmental compliance and stewardship programs on San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) watershed lands. The Biologist III works independently and with other staff to evaluate environmental conditions associated with utility operations and maintain compliance with regulations and policies in support of the mission of the Natural Resources and Lands Management Division (NRLMD). The Biologist III oversees consultants and contractors; gives technical direction to staff biologists interns and volunteers; manages contracts and directs consultants; and may exercise supervision during the absence of the Supervising Biologist.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing a program to benefit special-status species specifically CRLF and SFGS through habitat management and removal of non-native predators at the Peninsula BHR mitigation sites and other locations on the Peninsula watershed. Responsibilities also include providing specialized technical expertise and making recommendations towards development of a Long-Term Management Plan (LTMP) for the Phase 1 Peninsula BHR sites and developing and implementing a restoration program for establishment and enhancement of oak woodlands to meet state regulatory requirements.

Nature of Work

This position may require working in the field in watersheds streams and rivers and on boats in ponds lakes and reservoirs; working with mechanical and/or electrical equipment; handling hazardous materials; and driving or hiking to remote locations on unimproved dirt or mountainous roads and trails. May also require working in inclement weather and hazardous wildland conditions with little or no advanced notice for fieldwork. May be required to work overtime shifts weekends and holidays.

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Oversee and manage biological monitoring programs and biological studies.     
2. Make recommendations and participate in the development of habitat management plans or restoration projects for the conservation of rare threatened and endangered species specifically the CRLF and SFGS       
3. In conjunction with Supervising Biologist plan organize and prioritize biology projects and programs.
4. Identify knowledge gaps and data needs and develop studies and new monitoring programs. Evaluate existing monitoring programs in response to new regulatory requirements new scientific findings or to resource management needs and make recommendations.          
5. Plan and implement restoration projects and resource management activities.       
6. Develop partnerships and peer review opportunities with research institutions and other agencies to improve current scientific understanding outcomes of resource management decisions and the scientific credibility of SFPUC work products.       
7. Provide biological expertise and technical support to SFPUC managers and staff to inform water system operations watershed management stewardship planning and regulatory compliance.         
8. Provide in-house biological expertise during negotiations with regulatory agencies or other external stakeholders.
9. Write and review scopes of work and contract specifications review budgets direct work and evaluate and approve deliverables.
10. In conjunction with the Supervising Biologist identify environmental problems associated with facility and watershed operations. Propose solutions including initiation of special studies to resolve those problems and to achieve compliance with regulations or meet stewardship objectives. Develop best practices for operations and projects that minimize impacts to the environment.
11. Research scientific literature relevant to SFPUC terrestrial resource management and restoration; manage and analyze data; prepare technical memos reports presentations and papers. Communicate complex scientific information effectively verbally and in writing to diverse audiences.
12. Manage and monitor staff progress and direct consultant and contractor teams during planning; data collection data analysis and presentation; or resource management activities. Set team goals and priorities assign tasks and monitor work products.
13. Train personnel and consultants in effective field sampling survey methodology taxonomy and identification field and lab standard operating procedures and use of technical and specialized equipment.

Work Schedule: Monday Friday; 40 hrs/week

Work Location: 1000 El Camino Real Millbrae CA 94030

Qualifications :

These minimum qualifications establish the education training experience special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification. Please note additional qualifications (i.e. special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the job announcement.

1. Possession of baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in environmental biology marine biology aquatic biology wildlife biology fisheries biology limnology aquatic toxicology microbiology biochemistry or a related environmental science; AND

2. Six (6) years of verifiable environmental experience in field or laboratory biology; AND

3. Possession of a valid drivers license.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

Desirable Qualifications:

The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify job finalists at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring. 

• Education in the areas of biology terrestrial biology wildlife biology herpetology or related biological specialties
• Experience planning developing and managing projects or programs related to terrestrial biology wildlife biology and management herpetology ecology botany and restoration
• Experience managing projects to benefit special-status wildlife species including CRLF and SFGS through habitat management and removal of non-native predators such as bullfrogs
• Experience providing biological and ecological technical expertise to inform long term planning watershed management stewardship restoration planning and/or environmental regulatory compliance
• Experience working on water supply system environmental regulatory compliance issues including federal and state endangered species acts and acquiring approval from state and federal agencies to handle and collect endangered and common wildlife species

Verification of Education and Experience:

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. More information can be found at:  applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees or education from Non-Accredited Schools please visit How to Verify Education Requirements

Additional Information :

• Information About The Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview  
• Equal Employment Opportunity 
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

HOW TO APPLY

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The City and County of San Francisco encourages women minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex race age religion color national origin ancestry physical disability mental disability medical condition (associated with cancer a history of cancer or genetic characteristics) HIV/AIDS status genetic information marital status sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression military and veteran status or other protected category under the law.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time