SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking an Assistant Project Paleontologist to support our West Region which includes California, Nevada, Arizona, Oregon, and Washington, and on occasion the North/Rocky Mountain region. The Assistant Project Paleontologist is responsible for assisting in the preparation of defensible paleontological resources reports and other related documents, serving as a technical specialist for multi-disciplinary projects, leading field and laboratory efforts as needed, mentoring or training junior staff, and executing all stages of project implementation on-time, within scope, and within budget. This is a temporary position that can transition to a regular, full-time position and is a wonderful career -growth opportunity for the right candidate to join SWCA's expanding paleontology practice. Remote work locations within California, Nevada, Arizona, Oregon, and/or Washington will be considered for highly qualified candidates. Main office locations include: Pasadena, San Diego, Sacramento, Half Moon Bay, and San Luis Obispo, CA; Las Vegas and Reno, NV; Tucson, Flagstaff, Phoenix, AZ; and Portland, OR.

SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing, 1,650+ staff, employee-owned firm, providing a full-spectrum of environmental services. Our Vision (the North Star) is to make SWCA the best workplace and industry leader in sustainability, bringing sound science and creative solutions to global environmental challenges while maintaining a dedication to employee-ownership. We live our core values: we collaborate as #OneSWCA; we are #AlwaysLearning, we #NeverSettle, and we #GiveBack.

Application deadline: Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basis. The application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified suitable individuals, we may close the application process without prior notice. We appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission.

• Assist in the organization and tracking of project key performance indicators to ensure project requirements are met.
• Mentor personnel in the field, office, and laboratory, as well as communicate technical needs to Principal Investigators, Project Managers, and Environmental Planners.
• Ensure quality and completeness of data collection and analysis.
• Preparation of deliverables, including impact assessments and management recommendations.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of technical methodologies, tools, and standards.
• Develop and nurture productive relationships with relevant regulators, industry experts, academics and clients.
• Build collaborative relationships across offices/geographies to share resources and expertise.
• Comply with SWCA and client safety programs, and assist in the development of such programs.

• Bachelors degree in paleontology, geology (with an emphasis on paleontology), biology (with an emphasis on paleontology and experience with geology), or a closely related field is preferred.
• Three (3) years of professional consulting experience on a variety of project types, sizes, and agencies, with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Knowledge of local geology and paleontology with paleontological field and reporting experience in California, Nevada, Arizona, Oregon, and Washington.
• Field skills, including ability to locate, document, excavate, and identify fossils while documenting their geographic, taphonomic, and stratigraphic context.
• Prior experience with paleontological mitigation projects including construction monitoring is highly desirable.
• Exceptional technical writing skills and a record of completing and editing technical reports in a timely fashion.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes in project needs, agency requests, and more.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a variety of colleagues, clients, and agency representatives.

SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full spectrum of environmental services. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks amongEngineering News-Record'sTop 200 Environmental Firms.

If you are seeking an opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled and diverse professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions, then SWCA will be a great fit for you! If you would like to contact SWCA regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please email or call 480-581-5378. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges on all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency.

An employee in this Pasadena, CA - based position can expect an hourly pay rate of $29.25 - $37.13/hr. Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law. Regular-status employees are also eligible for performance bonuses. Candidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA's Total Rewards package, which includes a competitive package, forward-thinking workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning career development, and more.

EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success

SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA's continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers.

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