Garcia and Associates

With the growing demand for biological and cultural consulting services, Garcia and Associates frequently has openings in a variety of disciplines. Feel free to send us a cover letter and resume even if you don't currently see an opening in your discipline.

Botanist - Hawai'i

Garcia and Associates (GANDA) seeks to hire a full-time botanists in Hawai'i. Minimum qualifications include a B.S. degree in botany or a closely related field, and one to three years of professional botany experience in Hawai'i. Desirable skills include: demonstrated knowledge of local rare and sensitive plant species and their associated habitats, expertise with Garmin and Trimble GPS units, and experience with Microsoft Office. Successful applicant must possess competent technical writing skills, be able to travel, and be willing to work in remote locations. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated plant taxonomic skills with the flora of the Hawaiian Islands (Hawaiian native and sensitive plant experience). Wetland related experience also very helpful.

Garcia and Associates offers a relaxed working environment and a compensation package that includes competitive pay; professional memberships, meeting participation, and continuing education; medical coverage; retirement plan; and paid vacation, illness, and holiday leave. See our website at www.garciaandassociates.com for more information on the firm. Flexible work hours are possible. Seasonal and permanent positions are available.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
Please send resumes, cover letter and a minimum of three references to:
Mr. Michael Desilets, Regional Manager, GANDA 146 Hekili St., Suite 101, Kailua, HI 96734 Fax [(808) 262-1384] or email [mdesilets@garciaandassociates.com]

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Field Botanist

Garcia and Associates (GANDA) seeks to hire several full-time botanists to assist with field surveys in California. Minimum qualifications include a B.A. or B.S. degree in botany or a closely related field, and three years of professional field botany experience in California. Desirable skills include: demonstrated knowledge of local rare and sensitive plant species and their associated habitats, expertise with Garmin and Trimble GPS units, experience with Microsoft Office, and experience driving 4WD vehicles. Successful applicant must possess competent technical writing skills, have an excellent driving record, be able to travel, and be willing to work in remote locations.

Responsibilities: conducting rare plant surveys and vegetation community mapping. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated plant taxonomic skills with the flora of the Mojave Desert.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
Please send resumes, cover letter and a minimum of three references to:
Mr. Dave Kelly, Regional Manager, GANDA, 435 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA 95603 Fax [(530) 823-3138] or email [dkelly@garciaandassociates.com] acceptable.

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Ecologist/Wetlands Biologist - Guam

Garcia and Associates (GANDA) seeks to hire a full-time wetlands biologist/ecologist to work in Guam. Minimum qualifications include a training and experience in wetlands delineations, B.A. or B.S. degree in botany, ecology, or a closely related field, and knowledge of Pacific Island flora and fauna. Desirable skills include: knowledge of flora and fauna of Guam, expertise with GPS units, experience with Microsoft Office, and experience driving 4WD vehicles. Successful applicant must possess competent technical writing skills, have an excellent driving record, and be willing to work in remote locations.

Responsibilities include conducting wetlands delineations and general biological surveys (mostly terrestrial) on Guam. The ideal candidate will have previous experience on Guam.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
Please send resumes, cover letter and a minimum of three references to:
Mr. John Garcia, Principal, GANDA, One Saunders Ave, San Anselmo, CA 94960. Fax [(415) 458 - 5829] or email [jgarcia@garciaandassociates.com] acceptable.

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Senior Aquatic Ecologist

Responsibilities: Job responsibilities include leading a team of several aquatic biologists. Applicant will provide senior fisheries or benthic macroinvertebrate expertise and will be responsible for technical oversight of aquatics projects, project management, and some business development. Typical projects include impact assessment, mitigation planning, technical writing, data analysis, and modeling in compliance with NEPA, state environmental quality acts, FERC regulations, ESA, etc. Position will entail a combination of field and office work. Applicant must be willing and able to work on a variety of tasks and issues and handle tight deadlines.

Qualifications: The person hired will be based in the San Anselmo, San Francisco, or Auburn CA offices. Minimum education is an M.S. degree in aquatic ecology, fisheries science or related field. Experience in consulting, especially with aquatic resource impact assessments pertaining to hydropower and water resource development, is highly desirable. Qualified applicants will possess solid writing, communication, and computer skills, and be familiar with standard fisheries sampling and analytical techniques. Experience with hydrology, geomorphology, stream habitat assessment, and water quality assessment is also desirable.

Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience. We offer a competitive benefits package, including 401(k), health insurance, cafeteria plan, and profit sharing.

Contact: Please send resumes, cover letter and a minimum of three references to:
Mr. John Garcia, Principal, GANDA, One Saunders Ave, San Anselmo, CA 94960. Fax [(415) 458 - 5829] or email [jgarcia@garciaandassociates.com] acceptable. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage minorities and women to apply.

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