Spotted Owl Wildlife Technician (Multiple)

Tanner Environmental Services (TES-http://tannerenvironmental.com/) is hiring multiple field biologists for full-time seasonal positions surveying for Spotted Owls in southern Oregon. Applicants must have the ability to work independently, be comfortable hiking and driving at night, take detailed field notes and fill out paperwork promptly and thoroughly. Experience surveying for spotted owls is preferred but not required (training will be provided). Work will occur from when there is access (approximately late March) through August.

Housing will be provided but extended periods of camping will be required. Personal AWD/4WD vehicle not necessary but may influence hiring decision depending on availability of company vehicles. Personal vehicle mileage reimbursed at government standard rate (.7$/mi for 2025).

Positions may also be available in southern California. If interested in this work as well, mention when applying and rank preferred work location.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and drive high clearance roads at night in remote areas
• Ability to read topographic maps use a compass and navigate using GPS and/or mapping apps like Avenza
• Ability to follow standardized survey protocols
• Physical fitness enabling off trail hiking in steep and rugged terrain
• Minimum of one season of wildlife survey experience; Spotted owl preferred
• Driver’s license required
• Use of a personal AWD/4WD vehicle is preferred