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Description Senior Botanist/Wetland Ecologist Sacramento, San Francisco & Northern CA We are the Environment & Planning Division of ICF. We are enthusiastic about doing what is right for our clients, our people, the communities where we live and work, and the environment. We are planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists. We are collaborative, curious, and committed to excellence-these are qualities we value that make us who we are and inspire us to grow. ICF is seeking a Senior Level Botanist/Wetland Ecologist (Botanist) to support projects located throughout Sacramento, San Francisco Bay Area, and Northern CA. Although the range below is wider to accommodate growth within the job, this position will have a starting pay range of $100,000 to $130,000 based on % match of qualifications/experience/responsibilities, location, and other. **Job Description** The fulltime Senior Botanist/Wetland Ecologist (Botanist) will lead, conduct, and/or oversee botanical inventories and aquatic resources delineations mostly throughout Northern California. Priority of projects will be based on the location of the Botanist. The Botanist position includes planning and conducting small to large-scale field surveys for vegetation mapping, aquatic resources delineations, and rare plants and collecting and synthesizing data in the field. The Botanist would work independently or in small groups, maintain close communication with project managers and co-workers. and may direct the work of individuals in the field. The Botanist must have the experience to lead and conduct the aquatic resources delineations consistent with the 1987 Corps of Engineers (USACE) Wetland Delineation Manual (Environmental Laboratory 1987) and the Arid West and Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast Regional Supplements to the USACE Manuals. The Botanist must have the experience to plan, compile necessary background information prior to fieldwork, coordinate with ICF's GIS team to obtain ESRI FieldMaps or other software applications for sub-meter field data collection, and secure and oversee the field team. The Botanist must have the expertise to prepare and/or provide senior review of aquatic resources delineation reports and other technical reports. The full-time position requires routine overnight to occasional weeklong travel to field sites in the spring and summer. The fieldwork may be scheduled within the constraints of the Botanist's availability for most project work. The Botanist will join an existing team of natural resources professionals that include wildlife biologists, botanists, wetland ecologists, restoration ecologists, and regulatory specialists and will work closely with ICF project managers. The successful candidate may be required to provide other environmental services **What You Will Do** + Conduct small to large-scale field surveys for vegetation mapping, wetland delineation, and rare plants. + Travel to field sites throughout Northern California, and occasionally, Southern California. + Have the flexibility to travel one-three nights per week, fairly routinely during the spring and summer months. + Respond timely to deployment and deliverable requests, which may be last-minute. + Work collaboratively in a team environment. Use GPS and other mapping technologies proficiently to collect and synthesize data in the field. + Manage botanical and delineation tasks and coordinate with ICF regulatory specialists to support regulatory guidance. + Prepare botanical inventory reports, aquatic resources delineation reports, and other technical documents according to current regulations. + Prepare botanical and aquatic resources sections of CEQA documents and Caltrans NES reports **Basic Qualifications** + BS in Botany, Biology, or Ecology, or related field + 10+ years of wetland and related biological experience + 5+ years of experience with of California flora + 5+ years of experience with aquatic resources delineations **Additional Skills** + Knowledge and applied experience with soil science + Knowledge and applied experience with federal and state regulations surrounding wetlands and waterways (e.g., Clean Water Act Sections 404, 401, and Fish and Game Code Section 1600 et. seq.) + Ability to train less-experienced botanists and ecologists on field-related data collection and document preparation. + Geographic Information System (GIS) software skills. + Manage botanical or aquatic resources-related task orders. + Experience preparing proposal scope and budgets. + Knowledge of wildlife resources. + Knowledge and/or experience with restoration practices. This is an outstanding opportunity to work with talented and passionate individuals and to grow with a firm that believes in nurturing talent and developing long-term career success. Ask your recruiter for more details! \#eandp \#LI-CCI \#Indeed **Working at ICF** ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO ( policy. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email  Candidateaccommodation@icf.com  and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.  Read more about  workplace discrimination righ t s or our benefit offerings which are included in the  Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. **Candidate AI Usage Policy** At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.  However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at  candidateaccommodation@icf.com . We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.   **Pay Range** - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $88,817.00 - $150,989.00 Sacramento, CA (CA82)

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