Job opening: Conservation Lands Data Specialist with Virgia Department of Conservation and Recreation, Division of Natural Heritage.
Job description: The Virginia Department of Conservation & Recreation's Natural Heritage Program is implementing a comprehensive reporting process for tracking progress on Governor Kaine's new 400,000 acre land conservation goal. Duties of this position are primarily directed towards collecting and managing data from federal, state and local government, and private conservation organizations, and, assisting the Conservation Lands GIS planner with day to day tasks related to the maintenance of Conservation Lands Database/Websites. Qualification: GIS and database (e.g., Microsoft Access) knowledge, excellent communication and organizational skills, able to work in a team environment, to multitask in order to meet firm deadlines, and to stay productive with minimum supervision. Candidates with experience in conservation practices (e.g., conservation easements) and/or experience working with non-profit organizations are preferred. To apply, please log on Virginia's career website at https://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1156164561250 Search for position number: NH018, or by agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation. The close date is Sep. 8th, 2006. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about this position at [EMAIL PROTECTED]
