Sapphos Environmental, Inc., an environmental consulting company located in Pasadena, California, is seeking a Paleontological Resources Specialist. In business for over 30 years, Sapphos Environmental, Inc. continues its mission to provide environmental compliance services to both public- and private-sector clients. This full-time, exempt position encompasses technical, project management, and marketing responsibilities.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare paleontological resources reports, including, but not limited to, Paleontological Resources Mitigation Plans and Paleontological Resources Technical Reports

•Manage paleontological resources mitigation, including, but not limited to, macrofossil salvage, microfossil salvage, sample collection and preparation, specimen identification and analysis, and recording

•Perform impact assessments based on applicable federal, state and local laws, including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)

• Conduct literature reviews and museum records searches for projects

• Make recommendations to federal agencies and clients regarding the status of resources identified during fieldwork

•Manage and conduct paleontological resources construction monitoring

•Participate in marketing outreach and development of proposals, project budgets, and schedules

•Participate in field work (must be able to work in field for extended periods of time in support of projects located in the western U.S.)

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Knowledge of local geology and paleontology with paleontological field experience in the state of California

•Must meet the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology’s 2010 criteria to be defined as a Qualified Professional Paleontologist (Principal Investigator, Project Paleontologist)

•Must meet the criteria to be approved as a “Field Agent" on the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Paleontological Resource Use permits

• Ability to create stratigraphic sections, interpret geologic maps, and describe geologic formations, soils, and processes in detail and assess geological formations for their paleontological sensitivity

• Data management and geographic information systems (GIS) experience

•Must be physically able to hike for long distances in possible weather

• Possession of a driver’s license and a good driving record

OTHER SKILLS

Candidates will be detail-oriented; have a professional demeanor and strong organizational skills; and possess the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and multitask in a fast-paced environment. The candidate must be able to work as a member of a diverse team, manage multiple projects and tasks, possess strong communication skills, have the ability to work closely with clients, and be able to supervise the work of others. A mastery of verbal and written English language skills is required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Candidates will have a Masters of Science in Paleontology, Geology, or a closely related field and will have a minimum of 3 years of experience conducting paleontological assessments for environmental compliance. A record of professional research and publication will be favorably viewed

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Pasadena, CA 91107: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Pasadena, CA 91107