We are seeking a full-time Deputy Program Advisor (LEVEL4) for our Natural Resources Group located in San Diego, California. This person is considered to be a subject matter expert (SME) in Biology/ Restoration Ecology, with specific plant and animal species experience in California, with an emphasis on southern California. This position serves as Deputy to the KMEA Operations Manager who has overall responsibility for our Natural Resources Group and provides technical advice to support the Operations Manager and the entire Group.

Responsibilities

• Advising the Natural Resources Operations Manager, as well as the Natural Resources Group, on all technical biological and habitat restoration activities.
• Experience conducting environmental impact assessments and preparing Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Statements, etc. in support of NEPA and CEQA compliance in the transportation, energy, water, and other sectors.
• Experience conducting biological studies, habitat restoration projects, and preparing environmental documents.
• Experience conducting rare/protected species habitat evaluations and making impact/effect determinations.
• Implementing/managing fieldwork in accordance with approved plans, measures, and regulations.
• Planning, oversight, and directing wildlife and habitat monitoring/restoration fieldwork.
• Collecting and managing field data and interpreting field/analytical data.
• Preparing technical reports, field reporting, and/or other client deliverables, serving as primary author, if required

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Biology, Ecology, or closely related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience working in a biology specialty or habitat restoration.
• Experienced in California and particularly southern California flora and fauna, knowledgeable in the identification of both native and non-native invasive species.
• Relevant experience conducting field surveys in the habitats of Southern California.
• Ability to perform moderate to occasionally strenuous fieldwork.
• Working knowledge of the federal Clean Water Act; Clean Air Act; Endangered Species Act; Migratory Bird Treaty Act; National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA); California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); DoD environmental policies and directives; and other applicable environmental laws.
• Knowledge of federal and DoD contracts is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in US Army Corps of Engineers 401 and 404 permitting, and California Department of Fish and Game 1600 permitting is desirable.
• Experience in management of task orders/projects, demonstrating strong managerial and technical writing skills, such as preparing work plans and health & safety plans.
• MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), PowerPoint; familiarity required.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Must be an organized, motivated, and detail-oriented team player.
• Must pass a drug test, MVR check, and federal government background check.
• Must be eligible to work legally in the US
• Must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (first two doses)

TOP REASONS TO WORK WITH US:

• Safety: The goal of the KMEA safety team is zero incidents. In support of this goal, at KMEA safety takes precedence over expediency.
• People: We value everyone’s role and collaborate to produce the best results.
• Integrity and Ethics: We say what we mean and do what we say.
• Outstanding Customer Satisfaction: Outstanding customer satisfaction established our reputation and secures our future.
• Innovation: We embrace change as an opportunity, not as a threat.
• Profitability Controlled: Sustainable profitable growth allows us to provide financial security for our employees and their families and to give back to the community.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

KMEA is a project management, environmental, energy, engineering, and sustainability consulting company providing professional engineering, scientific, and technical services to our clients throughout the United States and internationally. With technical centers throughout the country, KMEA’s award-winning services include Major Program Management, Environmental Remediation, Environmental Engineering & Consulting Services, Energy, Engineering (A/E), Sustainability, Staff Augmentation, and Third-party Inspection Services.

The goal of KMEA is simple - to provide superior client services and advocacy to cost-effectively manage our clients' environmental, energy, engineering, and sustainability issues. Since its founding in 1996, KMEA's outstanding performance is testimony to our commitment and dedication to our customers.

KMEA offers a full range of benefits, including a 99% employer-paid medical plan for employees; dental and vision plans; flexible spending account (FSA) for pre-tax medical, dental, and vision products and services and dependent care; a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan; Company-paid group life insurance; supplemental voluntary term life (VTL) policy with a guaranteed issue benefit; and 401(k) plan with a generous Company match and vesting plan.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination (first two doses) will be required or an approved accommodation for a disability/medical condition as required by federal, state, provincial, or local mandates or customer requirements.

KMEA is a federal contractor and qualified Military Veterans, and other Qualified Protected Class candidates are encouraged to apply.

EOE STATEMENT:

KMEA is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, hairstyle (including Afros, braids, twists, cornrows and dreadlocks), religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions) sex stereotype, gender identity or gender expression or transgender (including whether or not you are transitioning or have transitioned) and sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, marital status or registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation.

Reasonable Accommodation:

KMEA will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. A request for a reasonable accommodation may be made at any time during the application or hiring process or while employed KMEA.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that KMEA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, KMEA will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, KMEA explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of KMEA