Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. Review engineering design plans, US Geological Survey topographical maps, DNR Geographic Information System data, aerial and satellite photography, US Department of Agriculture Soil Survey data, National Wetland Inventory data, and other resources to analyze and evaluate potential impacts to listed species. 2. Conduct presence/absence surveys for threatened and endangered species and habitats when required. 3. Conduct field work, delineate, and document the preliminary assessment for actual impacts by evaluating habitats, soil morphology and characteristics, landscape features, wildlife, and any other characteristics contributing to the presence of threatened and endangered species. 4. Use GPS, Geographic Information Systems, and/or CADD to document fieldfindings. 5. Prepare memos and/or reports detailing field reviews, life history, habitats, or other technical requirements for threatened and endangered species. 6. Prepare Determinations of Effect, documenting the potential effects of transportation projects on threatened or endangered species. 7. Prepare Biological Assessments or other documents as required under Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act. 8. Use Geographic Information System data and other remote sensing tools to locate and investigate potential threatened and endangered species mitigation sites. 9. Write site specific mitigation management plans. 10. When requested by the Iowa DOT perform biological monitoring as required by regulatory agencies. 11. Attend project meetings as required. 12. Perform other related activities as requested by the Iowa DOT.
