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AmeriCorps: GIS Assistant
Mojave National Preserve, Barstow, CA
About the Opportunity
This GIS Assistant is an AmeriCorps position. The GIS products for the Park are used widely for monitoring and analyzing impacts to and the status of Cultural and Natural resources. These uses range widely from revegetation projects to combat impacts from wildfires, monitoring for invasive weeds, inspecting wildlife drinkers and springs, collecting data on endangered species fatalities, cultural surveys and monitoring, monitoring for abandoned mine land mitigation needs, and reporting damages to resources. Improving the availability and usability of these supporting GIS products will help facilitate the operations of mission critical resource needs and Park operations within both the Science and Resource Stewardship division and the Park as a whole.
Mojave Desert Land Trust (MDLT): Director of Conservation Ecology
Joshua Tree, CA
About the Opportunity
The Director of Conservation Ecology will oversee MDLT’s comprehensive stewardship approach for its protected and priority lands. As an integral part of the organization’s three-pronged, science-driven approach to our focus on ecosystem health, conservation strategy, and community engagement, the Director will lead an interdisciplinary team focused on land management, habitat restoration, plant ecology, and ecosystem science. This holistic stewardship will involve a foundation of science and desert ecology and will utilize MDLT resources such as its seed bank and native plant nursery, and dedicated field staff to conduct durable enhancement and sound management of desert conservation lands.
Mojave Desert Land Trust (MDLT): Joshua Tree Coalition Partnership Coordinator
Joshua Tree, CA
About the Opportunity
As the Partnership Coordinator, you’ll serve as the coalition’s primary connector—helping the JTCC stay aligned, communicate clearly, and take collective action. You will report to MDLT and work closely with the coalition’s Steering Committee and Working Groups to facilitate planning, track progress, and ensure that member voices are heard and elevated. This role is flexible in structure: we are open to filling it either as a part-time employee or an independent contractor.
Department of the Interior National Park Service: Seasonal Biological Science Technician
Pacific West Region (Interior Regions 8,9,10 and 12) – Multiple Parks
About the Opportunity
The typical seasonal timeframe for Hawaii Volcanoes NP is Oct to April and Mojave National Preserve is Dec to June, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: October-December 2025.
Open to the first 125 applicants or until 08/18/2025 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
Department of the Interior National Park Service: Seasonal Biological Science Technician (Plants)
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
About the Opportunity
The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument is mid October-April, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: October 19, 2025.
Department of the Interior National Park Service: Seasonal Biological Science Technician (Wildlife)
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
About the Opportunity
The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument is mid October-April, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: October 19, 2025.
SNEI: Wildlife Biologists (Temporary, Full-Time, Multiple Positions)
Mojave Desert
About the Opportunity
SNEI, a 30-year-old Biological Consulting firm based out of Las Vegas NV, is seeking to hire temporary full-time field biologists for the 2025 Fall field season working throughout the Mojave Desert (primarily in southern Nevada and possibly southern California).
This position is slated to begin late August and will terminate at the end of October or early November. There is a possibility for a permanent position after the Fall season ends.
Upon hire and depending on the level of experience, the team member may attend a brief training program consisting of field and classroom training.
This position is primarily for performing desert tortoise surveys, but some of the additional duties to expect may include performing tortoise fence checks, avian surveys, sensitive plant or cacti/yucca or weed surveys, and construction monitoring. Pay rate is flexible depending on the level of relevant experience.
CEMML: Desert Tortoise Natural Resources Specialist
Las Vegas, NV, Nellis Air Force Base (NAFB), Nevada Test and Training Range (NTTR)
About the Opportunity
The Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML), Las Vegas is seeking 25 Desert Tortoise Monitors or Desert Tortoise Authorized Biologists to assist with the Mojave Desert Tortoise Monitoring Program on Nellis Air Force Base (NAFB) and the Nevada Test and Training Range (NTTR). These positions are field work based to survey demographic plots. Field work will be limited to 4 long weekends/ 12 days of work for the year. Field work will occur when installation/range access allows (Friday – Monday including federal holidays) during desert tortoise active season (April – May, September – October). Individuals hired are not guaranteed a set schedule; these positions are hourly, as-needed. The hourly rate for Desert Tortoise Monitors or Authorized Biologists will range between $20/hr – $50/hr, commensurate with experience, education, and overall qualifications.
Quad-Knopf: Associate Environmental Scientist
Bakersfield, CA
About the Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Environmental Scientist to join our team in Bakersfield, CA. As an Associate Environmental Scientist, you’ll play a crucial role in utilizing species-specific knowledge and environmental expertise to provide essential services and protect the environment from serious hazards.
Don’t miss this chance to make a meaningful impact in environmental protection while learning from experienced Environmental Scientists. Apply now to join our team as an Associate Environmental Scientist in Bakersfield, CA!
RVA: Wildlife Biologist/Regulatory Specialist
Ontario, California
About the Opportunity
Ruth Villalobos & Associates, Inc. (RVA) is seeking a highly motivated Wildlife Biologist to join our team to conduct monitoring and environmental compliance throughout the southern California region. The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring construction activities, completing reporting requirements, and ensuring compliance with regulatory permits and other environmental commitments for projects.
Knight & Leavitt Associates: Supervising Biologist (Authorized Biologist)
Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and California
About the Opportunity
We are trying to build our biology department to an effective team. The right individual will have input into how the team will be focused and managed with their expertise. We are looking for someone with and Authorized Biologist status with the USFWS or being close to being approved as one. Knowledge of surveying and monitoring in the Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and California area is required. The position is 8 hours a day Monday through Friday (hours and days worked vary on busy seasons). This is a full time, permanent, and salary position.