From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news <ecolo...@listserv.umd.edu> on behalf of Justin Ellis <justin.el...@ung.edu> Sent: Friday, July 21, 2017 1:14 PM To: ecolo...@listserv.umd.edu Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Program Coordinator Position - Environmental Leadership Center - University of North Georgia
Position Available: Program Coordinator - Environmental Leadership Center University of North Georgia UNG is currently accepting applications for a Program Coordinator for the Environmental Leadership Center (ELC) located on the Dahlonega campus. The Program Coordinator will operate activities, laboratories and projects of the ELC to include: the Ecological Protection Lab, the Water Lab, the Hurricane Creek Research Station, and additional projects related to ecological restoration and campus sustainability. The coordinator works under the direction of the ELC director and will oversee day-to-day operations of ELC facilities and laboratories, direct student workers, develop and implement QA/QC protocols and serve as a resource person on pressing issues affecting native ecosystems of North Georgia. Program Summary: The Ecological Protection Lab focuses on the rearing, release and tracking of populations of predatory beetles and other biological controls to combat the hemlock woolly adelgid, an invasive species which threatens the Eastern Hemlock throughout its native range. The Water Lab performs long-term trend monitoring of water quality conditions in the Upper Chattahoochee River Watershed Basin (30 year dataset) with implications for watershed management, protection and restoration. The Hurricane Creek Research Station is an emerging teaching and research station on the Etowah River to emphasize sustainable forest management and invasive species control, with possible programs on a range of sustainability practices, blight resistant Chestnut propagation, sustainable agriculture, and biology field laboratories. The position is focused on developing leadership in the environmental science fields for students, faculty and community members through service, teaching and research that addresses the most pressing environmental and sustainability issues in the North Georgia region. The position provides opportunities for collaborative research in the biological control of invasive species, as well as other priority project areas. The Program Coordinator will: Oversee day-to-day operations for ELC facilities and laboratories to include management of approximately 8-12 student workers. Organize and perform lab and field operations. Develop and maintain each lab’s research focus, budget, and strategic direction (w/ELC Director and associate faculty). Coordinate and provide support services to faculty, researchers, technicians, students, and volunteers involved in research, teaching and service operations of each lab. Develop, maintain and implement QA/QC protocols. Enhance policies and standards for lab operations to ensure efficiency, effectiveness and quality control. Coordinate the ordering, inventory, storage, and maintenance of supplies, laboratory supplies, and instruments essential to the operation of the lab. Represent the Environmental Leadership Center and the University of North Georgia at community events, workshops and conferences. Perform other related duties as assigned. Knowledge, skills and abilities: * Working knowledge of biology, laboratory rearing, and/or water chemistry procedures. * Familiarity with principals of ecosystem protection and restoration in the fields of forest management and/or watershed management. * Ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and students in laboratory and field settings * Strong organizational and management skills * Ability to present data to the public and outside agencies and to effectively coordinate with a variety of governmental agencies * Ability to work carefully and maintain orderly work environment. * Ability to work outdoors in rugged terrain * Proficiency with Microsoft Office software * Experience with Geographic Information Systems (strongly encouraged but not required) * Valid driver’s license Certifications/Licenses and Minimum requirements: * Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science or closely related field required * Master’s degree in similar fields encouraged but not required. * Requires three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience To Apply: Visit the UNG Jobs Site at: http://ung.hiretouch.com/ Or view the Job Posting at: https://ung.hiretouch.com/job-details?jobID=24823&job=program-coordinator-environmental-leadership-center Information on the Environmental Leadership Center: http://ung.edu/Environmental-Leadership-Center Position closes: August 4th, 2017 Justin Ellis, PhD Director / Environmental Leadership Center Department of Biology University of North Georgia justin.el...@ung.edu 706-499-2261 <https://ung.edu/Environmental-Leadership-Center>ung.edu/Environmental-Leadership-Center<https://ung.edu/Environmental-Leadership-Center> <https://ung.edu/Environmental-Leadership-Center> -- A collection of sustainability-related job and internship opportunities, specifically geared to UW-Platteville students. 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