What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Resource Specialist position at Seneca Resources?
Job Overview:
Seneca Resources is seeking a Biologist to join its team of natural resources specialists. The selected candidate will be responsible for managing flora and fauna on a 40,000-acre Air Force installation in Middle Tennessee, with a focus on bat research.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide technical expertise in restoration ecology, natural resource management, invasive species removal, and related disciplines
- Perform technical work including oversight of maintenance activities, restoration project monitoring and reporting, implementing restoration projects, providing input for landscape-level restoration planning, and site-specific design
- Conduct listed species surveys
- Perform bat mist netting and acoustic monitoring of bat species
- Participate in the development of conservation plans and habitat management plans
- Collaborate with other biologists to conduct natural resources field surveys for various species (e.g., birds, reptiles, insects)
- Promote multi-disciplinary teamwork with biologists and foresters
- Integrate natural resource analysis and project design creatively
- Coordinate with external agencies such as the TWRA and USFWS
- Prepare an annual update to the Arnold AFB Integrated Natural Resource Management Plan
- Prepare an annual Biological Opinion report
- Perform other related duties and projects as required
Qualifications:
- Must be a U.S. citizen to work on Arnold AFB
- Must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance
- Must hold a Section 10 Endangered Species Permit for bats
- Basic skills in ArcGIS Pro, as well as experience with GPS and electronic data collection
- Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, forestry, or a related field
- 3-5 years of experience in a field-related position
- Experience in biological survey fieldwork
Desired Qualification Requirements:
- Basic to intermediate skills in statistical analysis
- Experience completing Habitat Restoration Maintenance and Monitoring Reports, Monitoring Plans, Biological Assessments, and/or EIR/EIS sections
- Knowledge of major state and federal agencies (e.g., USFWS, TN Division of Natural Areas) and major regulatory frameworks (e.g., NEPA, ESA)
About Seneca Resources:
Seneca Resources is a client-driven provider of strategic IT consulting services and Workforce Solutions to government and industry. With offices in Reston, Virginia, Alabama, and Columbia, Maryland, we service clients throughout the United States. Our strong corporate culture drives our business, challenging our staff through engaging work and rewarding them through competitive compensation, extensive professional training, and excellent opportunities for career advancement. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workplace.
