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ManTech International is a leader in advanced technologies to help government and industry manage and protect information, support and maintain critical systems, and develop integrated solutions for mission-critical national security programs.

However, ManTech also has a small Environmental, Range, and Sustainability Services team (~45 people) of biologists, ecologists, conservationists, environmental planners, and GIS professionals based out of California who work on federal contracts with various military installations across the Western region. This satellite team works with military and civilian personnel on federal landholdings to responsibly and effectively manage land and wildlife for conservation. See https://www.mantech.com/environmental-engineering for more information.

We are seeking an entry-level Conservation Biologist that will be responsible for implementing our invasive species control and restoration projects in wildland settings primarily on Vandenberg Space Force Base and Naval Base Ventura County San Nicolas Island. The Biologist will work under the direction of the Invasive Species & Restoration Field Managers and must have a strong interest in botanical identification.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Occasionally perform surveys for threatened and endangered flora and fauna under supervision
• Navigate using GPS
• Mix and apply herbicide with backpack and/or boom sprayers
• Identify maintenance needs of equipment, e.g., pumps, engines, trailers, vehicles, etc.
• Monitor restoration success via established protocols
• Drive 4WD and trailered loads
• Use handheld power equipment such as chain saws and brush cutters
• Install and maintain irrigation systems
• Collect and clean native seed for propagation
• Propagate and maintain native plants in a remote island greenhouse setting
• Remove non-native invasive plants primarily via chemical and manual methods
• Collect accurate data on smart phones with Esri Field Maps
• Install native outplantings
• Map various plant species

This is a non-exempt, entry-level and physical position. The candidate must work well with people as part of a field crew who work in a variety of habitats such as coastal dune, coastal scrub, chaparral, wetland, and riparian settings. Applicants must have enthusiasm for working outdoors, the ability to carry heavy loads (up to 50 lbs.) and may be exposed to pests such as ticks and poison oak. Wage is commensurate with experience and will range from $23/hr - $25/hr. Applicants must reside in or be willing to relocate near Lompoc, CA (Santa Barbara County) and occasional overnight travel will be required to various installations e.g., NBVC San Nicolas Island, Pillar Point Air Force Station, and others.

Staff are based out of Lompoc, CA and work an Alternative Workweek Schedule (AWS), Monday – Thursday, 10-hour days. This is a non-exempt position contingent on passing the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) Qualified Applicator’s Certificate (QAC) exam to apply herbicide on Dept. of Defense lands.

To apply, please include a cover letter with your resume. Applicants that do not outline how they meet the below qualifications in their cover letter will not be considered.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills, ability to work independently and as a team member, and exemplary work habits, especially related to safety, common sense, punctuality, and adaptability
• 1+ years’ experience preferred with biological resources, preferably with central and southern California coastal plant species and vegetation communities
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to identify common local vegetation types including both native and non-native plant species in a variety of habitats throughout California
• Ability to pass a written exam to obtain CA Dept. of Pesticide Regulation Qualified Applicator Certificate
• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree in Biology, Ecology, or related Natural Resources field required
• Knowledge of ecology, conservation biology, habitat restoration

Clearance: None required.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to observe and report
• Be able to communicate professionally with ManTech employees and ManTech clients
• Be able to move around the office and in the field

The projected compensation range for this position is $41,900-$52,000. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, ManTech invests in it’s employees beyond just compensation. ManTech’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

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