Botanist / Invasive Plant Specialist – Edwards AFB, CA

Salary: $62,000–$68,000 | Hours: Full-time (40/week) | Employer: Colorado State University – CEMML

Overview
The Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) seeks a Botanist/Invasive Plant Specialist to support natural resource management at Edwards Air Force Base, CA. This hybrid role (minimum 3 days on-site) focuses on invasive plant control, restoration, and vegetation management while collaborating with base staff and CSU project managers.

Key Duties

• Conduct field surveys, mapping, and invasive plant treatments (herbicide/manual).
• Manage restoration/revegetation projects in riparian, upland, or wildlife habitat areas.
• Collect, analyze, and report data; prepare technical reports and work plans.
• Oversee subcontractors/field staff and liaise with stakeholders.
• Support related projects (wildlife monitoring, compliance, recreation, etc.).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in botany, biology, ecology, environmental science, or related field.
• 2+ years invasive plant management; 1+ year ecological restoration.
• Ability to ID Mojave Desert native/invasive species.
• Strong reporting, data analysis, and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to obtain California Qualified Applicator License.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship).

Preferred

• Master’s degree; field crew leadership; military installation experience.
• Proficiency in ArcGIS/Field Maps/Survey123.
• Strong organizational and data QA/QC skills.

Application Deadline: September 15, 2025
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