JOB OPPORTUNITY: Field Botanist Tucson, AZ

WestLand Resources Inc., is actively seeking on-call Field Botanists /

Technicians to support upcoming projects (expected to start in May) for our

environmental consulting practice. WestLand specializes in the technical and

procedural requirements necessary for compliance with the National

Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Clean Water Act, and the Endangered

Species Act. Our biological resources practice includes: development of

natural resources management plans; conducting ecological investigations and

base-line studies; and mitigation planning, design and implementation. This

position will be based in Tucson, with potential for travel outside of

Tucson up to 5 days per week.

Responsibilities:

The Field Botanist /Technician position will be responsible for surveying

for native fauna and flora, and reporting findings.

REQUIREMENTS

=95Associate’s degree in a biologically related field required. Bachelor’s

degree preferred

=95Prior experience with identification of Southwest plants required

=95Ability to work as a member of a cohesive team

=95Ability to work in a fast-paced and creative environment

=95Ability to work in extreme desert temperatures and rough terrain

=95Experience with Microsoft office products

=95Knowledge of Southwest fauna preferred

WestLand prides itself on providing a work environment that is relaxed and

collaborative, while supporting the highest standards for project delivery

and work product quality.  Our team approach to both project and staff

development naturally fosters a tight-knit environment of uniquely skilled

and experienced professionals, learning from and helping one another.

Westland is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be

an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite applications from all interested

parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance

abuse testing

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability