Natural Resource Specialist
Natural Resource Specialist (3420)
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC)
Location: Burlingame, CA
Salary: $86,450–$105,196
Appointment: Full-time, up to 36 months
About the Role
Join the SFPUC’s Natural Resources & Lands Management team and help restore and protect over 61,000 acres of Bay Area watershed lands. This role is hands-on and perfect for students or early-career professionals interested in ecology, habitat restoration, wildlife conservation, and environmental fieldwork.
You’ll support a 36-month project focused on native plant restoration, invasive species control, and monitoring sensitive wildlife habitats.
What You’ll Work On
Habitat restoration and native plant stewardship
Invasive plant removal and Early Detection & Rapid Response (EDRR) work
Rare plant and nesting bird surveys
Biomonitoring during tree removal and field operations
Seed collection, propagation, and restoration planting
GIS data entry, mapping, and field documentation
Trail maintenance, erosion control, and watershed cleanup
Supporting endangered species like the Mission Blue butterfly, CA red-legged frog, and SF garter snake
Who We’re Looking For
2 years experience in natural resources, habitat restoration, ecology, or related work
Coursework in biology, ecology, botany, or environmental science can substitute
Valid California Driver License
Willing to obtain a Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) within 12 months
Comfortable working outdoors and doing hands-on fieldwork
Schedule & Worksite
Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
100 San Andreas Valley Road, Burlingame, CA
Why This Role Is Meaningful
You’ll help protect rare species, restore native ecosystems, improve watershed health, and support long-term environmental sustainability in the Bay Area.
Apply Today
Questions? Contact: ymirabueno@sfwater.org