Job Listing: Wildlife Housing Specialist

Location:

Santa Rosa, CA (Sonoma County)

Company:

Happy Bat Solutions, LLC

About Us:

Happy Bat Solutions is passionate about promoting wildlife-friendly habitats and coexistence. We specialize in creating and maintaining bat houses and owl boxes while protecting property owners from unwanted bat intrusion. Our core services include wildlife consultations, installations, relocations, maintenance, exclusion, and monitoring. We partner with organizations like Merlin Tuttle’s Bat Conservation and the Barn Owl Maintenance Program Coalition to amplify our conservation impact.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct property consultations—remotely or onsite—assessing suitability for bat and owl housing, surveying for existing wildlife, and designing custom habitat plans.

  • Perform installations of bat houses and owl boxes, considering optimal placement regarding height, sunlight exposure, guano management, and structural support.

  • Provide annual maintenance for owl boxes—cleaning, safety checks, and occupancy assessments.

  • Safely relocate and repair bat and owl boxes as needed, especially during building renovations or structural changes.

  • Execute humane bat exclusion services to keep bats out of structures while respecting wildlife safety.

  • Monitor installed habitats—tracking activity, identifying species, assessing roost conditions, and suggesting improvements.

  • Educate clients—homeowners, farmers, and vineyard owners—about bat ecology, benefits of wildlife housing (like pest control, environmental stewardship, and educational opportunities), and best practices.

Qualifications (Required)

  • Solid understanding of bat and barn owl behavior, ecology, or experience in wildlife conservation or habitat management.

  • Skilled in assessing property features (sun exposure, height clearances, proximity to water) and designing effective wildlife housing placements.

  • Experience with installations, maintenance, and repairs of wildlife housing structures.

  • Knowledge of humane wildlife exclusion techniques.

  • Strong communication skills—both with clients and conservation partners.

  • Reliable transportation for on-site visits.

  • Commitment to coexisting with wildlife and promoting conservation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Basic construction knowledge and comfort with measuring, mounting, and securing structures.

  • Familiarity with power tools, ladders, and safe installation practices.

  • Background in environmental education or public outreach.

  • Technical skills in wildlife monitoring and species identification.

Why Join Happy Bat Solutions?

  • Meaningful conservation work: Contribute to wildlife habitat creation and education, helping house more bats (and owls!) each year. The company has already provided housing for over 12,500 bats.

  • Collaborative partnerships: Work alongside respected conservation groups and construction professionals to ensure quality and impact.

  • Diverse work environment: Tasks range from hands-on installations and fieldwork to client-facing consultations and educational outreach.

  • Flexible scheduling & variety: Operate independently across Sonoma County with the option for remote consultations.

  • Growth opportunity: Join a growing small business that values passion, innovation, and environmental stewardship.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about wildlife, habitat conservation, and hands-on environmental solutions, we’d love to hear from you!

Please email your resume and a brief cover letter to happybatsolutions@gmail.com. Let us know about your relevant experience, interest in wildlife housing, and any creative ideas you’d bring to the role. We’ll be in touch to discuss next steps.