Plant Ecologist/Land Manager Position Platte River Whooping Crane Maintenance Trust Wood River, Nebraska
The Platte River Whooping Crane Maintenance Trust is looking for a plant ecologist/ land manager to oversee management activities of its grasslands and wetlands. The Trust mission is to protect and enhance habitat for cranes and other migratory birds along the Platte River Valley in south central Nebraska. The Trust owns and manages 10,000 acres of grasslands, meadows, riverine areas, and agricultural fields. We use grazing, prescribed burns, mechanical treatment and agriculture activities directly, or via leases, to local farmers and ranchers to maintain areas in suitable condition for cranes and variety of grassland birds. The rangeland ecologist/land manager is the primary person responsible for setting and developing all habitat and land management plans, activities, and specific actions on Trust lands. This position interacts with local landowners and lessees of our grasslands and crop fields. In addition, many activities are jointly developed and planned with local state and federal government agencies and other conservation organizations. This position also interacts and collaborates with Trust and other researchers in planning and developing research to evaluate habitat conditions and effects of land management treatments on biodiversity. Qualifications: Advanced degree (MSc or PhD) in rangeland ecology, plant ecology, fire ecology, natural resources, or other related field. Knowledge and previous experience with prescribed fire and grazing systems are highly desirable. Formal training and/or experience in prescribed fires as a crew leader is highly desirable. Knowledge of grassland ecology and Great Plains prairie plants is desired. Knowledge of, or experience with wetlands. Understanding of/or experience with farm equipment. Working knowledge and experience with computers, data bases and GIS software required. Ability to deal with, and interact with, local farmers, ranchers, and other professionals in state and federal agencies and NGO's. Salary: Commensurate with experience and educational level To apply: Send letter of interest explaining your experience in desired qualifications, CV with names of 3 references and their contact information to: Felipe Chavez-Ramirez, Platte River Whooping Crane Maintenance Trust, Inc., 6611 W. Whooping Crane Dr., Wood River, NE 68883 or via email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ----------------------------------------- Felipe Chavez-Ramirez, PhD Executive Director Platte River Whooping Crane Trust 6611 W. Whooping Crane Drive Wood River, Nebraska 68883 tel: 308-384-4633 fax:308-384-7209 webpage: whoopingcrane.org -----------------------------------------
