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BCR Consulting, LLC

Principal Paleontologist OR Lead Paleontologist

BCR Consulting, LLC, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Principal Paleontologist OR Lead Paleontologist

Principal Paleontologist OR Lead Paleontologist

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Claremont, California (potential for hybrid work) Principal Paleontologist

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$72,000 - $123,000 Duties: The Principal Paleontologist handles projects and directs the daily efforts of BCR Consultings paleontology department. Key duties include: Managing personnel to maximize efficiency and quality of work Scheduling staff for paleontological fieldwork Writing scopes of work and developing budgets Preparing/reviewing various compliance documents such as management plans and technical reports Keeping track of project statuses and managing their priority levels Cross-training staff with varying levels of paleontological experience Manage client and agency relationships Keeping up to date with appropriate environmental regulations Acting as a representative of the company Skill Requirements: Management of laboratory analyses and fieldwork Strong technical writing Supervision Intimate knowledge of the CEQA, NEPA, PRPA, and other laws and regulations governing paleontological resource management Strong interpersonal communication and consistent follow up with clients, agencies, staff, and all stakeholders Education and Experience Must meet industry-wide and federal qualification standards for Principal Investigator/Project Paleontologist/Field Director;Society of Vertebrate Paleontology (SVP) qualificationsare welcome but not mandatory. Candidates must have: Advanced degree in geology, paleontology, biology, or related field. 10 years of experience, minimum, in paleontological resource management, including project management experience Preference will be given to those with California-based experience Must have ability to be certified as a Principal Paleontologist in all southern California Counties that require certification requirements Lead Paleontologist Pay Range:

$30 - $45 / hour Duties: Lead fieldwork activities, including paleontological surveys, testing, excavations, and compliance programs. Oversee compliance with regulations and coordinate with clients and stakeholders in the field. Document paleontological sites with precision and accuracy. Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree in paleontology, geology, earth sciences, or a related discipline. Proficiency in paleontological field skills, including fossil identification at a high taxonomic level, excavation, and collection techniques. Eligibility to be listed as a Monitor on federal paleontological resource use permits. Valid drivers license and ability to operate vehicles in off-road conditions. Willingness to travel for extended periods (typically two weeks at a time) and stay overnight. Capability to work in adverse environmental conditions, such as extreme temperatures, precipitation, and remote, challenging terrains. Strong writing and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Masters degree in paleontology, geology, or a closely related field. Advanced skills in field geology, including geologic mapping, sedimentology, depositional environment analysis, and stratigraphic column measurements. Eligibility to be listed as an Agent on federal paleontological resource use permits. Completion of geology or paleontology field school or equivalent field experience. At least three years of experience in paleontological mitigation. Familiarity with diverse fossil collection and preparation methodologies. Experience in data management and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Seniority level

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