JOB DESCRIPTION
WHO WE ARE
Michael Baker International is a global leader in Engineering, Architecture and Consulting services dedicated to developing and implementing innovative solutions to the world’s infrastructure and environmental challenges. Supported by more than 6,000 employees in 90 offices worldwide, we provide a full continuum of life-cycle engineering consulting, specialized global construction, base operations, Green Infrastructure, security management, intelligence solutions, and environmental planning. Our company prides itself on building strong client partnerships, working with residents, businesses, developers, educational and medical organizations, state and local governments, the military and other federal agencies to successfully plan the future of their communities or institutions. At Michael Baker International, we focus on people and places, improving communities and creating more sustainable, convenient, equitable, healthful, efficient, and attractive places.

CULTURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT PRACTICE
Our Cultural Resources Management practice, embedded under our Environmental Planning practice, performs a diverse array of cultural resources services for a wide spectrum of federal, state, and local agency clients, as well as private organizations. We provide archaeological and architectural history services that include California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) environmental compliance projects.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Michael Bake r International is seeking an On-Call Paleontologist for projects in Southern California. In this role you will assist with field surveys, construction monitoring, fossil salvages, matrix washing and picking; collect and record stratigraphic, lithologic and paleontological data, and other field tasks as needed. Travel for field survey will be required throughout California with a majority of the work within southern California.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• B.A. or B.S. degree in geology, earth sciences, or a closely related field that meets the SVP qualification of Paleontological Resource monitor.
• A working understanding of the Paleontological Resources Preservation Act (PRPA) of 2009
• 3+ years of experience as a Paleontological monitor in Southern California
• Working knowledge of field geology skills, measuring stratigraphic columns, and proficiency in recognizing fossils and trace fossils as well as collection methods. Expert level knowledge of these skills is preferred.
• Must be proficient in paleontological field techniques, including use of GPS receivers and database management
• Excellent analytical skills and exceptional technical writing ability.
• Must demonstrate excellent attention to detail, a positive work ethic, reliability, and commitment to working both independently and in a team environment
• Able to communicate through all contemporary business mediums (i.e., email, telephone, video conferencing)
• Attention to detail, organization, and ability to follow instructions.
• A valid California driver’s license.
• Candidate can office out of any of our offices in Southern California and/or from home.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is $42,000-$105,000. This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.