[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - SCA Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps Team Member (Full-time, Temporary + Benefits)

[Hannah Jo King]

Conservation Begins Here.

The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America’s #1 conservation service 
organization seeks qualified young adult applicants (18 to 25 years of age) to 
serve with the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps 2019 Program. Members will work on a 
team of six to complete conservation, recreation and infrastructure projects in 
Pennsylvania’s State Park and Forest system. Crews meet each day in their 
program city, and are provided transportation to their worksite.

Program Dates: March 4th to December 6th, 2019 Crew Schedule: Monday - 
Thursday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
2019 Crew Locations: Philadelphia, Wilkes-Barre, Williamsport, Harrisburg, 
Altoona, St. Marys, Meadville and Uniontown
Compensation: $12.20 per hour, company-sponsored health insurance and benefits, 
breakfast and lunch provided

Program Description:
The SCA, the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and 
the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry have launched a multi-year 
partnership to field a statewide conservation corps program. The Pennsylvania 
Outdoor Corps offers paid work experience, job training, and educational 
opportunities to teens and young adults as they protect and restore public 
lands and waters.

Outdoor Corps members will tackle hands-on projects in state parks, state 
forests and other natural lands. In addition, the program provides learning 
opportunities in resource management, team leadership, environmental topics and 
recreation skills. Corps members also will be provided with career development 
training during their period of employment.

Qualifications
Applicants must:
•   Be between the ages of 18 and 25 at the start of the program.
•   Be able to conduct manual work in outdoor conditions.
•   Be enthusiastic about working on a diverse crew.
•   Have an interest in conservation and natural resource management.
•   Be able to model safe and professional behavior at all times.
•   MUST HAVE OR SECURE PERSONAL HOUSING IN OR NEAR THEIR PROGRAM CITY.
•   Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The 
Student Conservation Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified members who demonstrate exceptional leadership skills and work ethic 
during their positions on the 10-month crew will also gain the unique 
opportunity to take a 10-week leave from their position to assume the role of 
crew leader for one of the PA Outdoor Corps high school crews. These crews are 
comprised of two leaders and 10 members, ages 15 to 18, and run for seven weeks 
during July and August each summer.

To Apply: Visit our position page online for the application instruction 
details: https://www.thesca.org/serve/program/pennsylvania-outdoor-corps 

For inquiries about our program, please email us at paoutdoorco...@thesca.org.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - SCA Pittsburgh Youth Conservation Crew Leader (Full-time, Summer job, $600/wk)

[Hannah Jo King]

Conservation Begins Here.

The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America’s #1 conservation service 
organization seeks qualified applicants to lead, educate, and inspire high 
school aged students for the 2019 Pittsburgh Summer Community Program.  

Program Dates: June 24th through August 9th
Training Dates: expected: June 3rd through June 24th (mandatory paid training)

Primary Responsibilities:
As Crew Leader, you will be working with a co-lead to guide and inspire a team 
of 11 high school aged youth from Pittsburgh and Allegheny County. The crew 
will be 60-75% service work such as trail building, habitat restoration, and 
erosion control, and 25-40%  teaching environmental education and job readiness 
skills. Project monitoring, budgeting, and data collection will also be 
required throughout the season.

Specifically, the Crew Leader will:
•   Act as a Crew Supervisor, by facilitating teamwork, managing 
field-based tasks, and guiding crew dynamics
•   Serve as an Advisor, by training members in technical conservation work 
skills, mentoring personal and professional development, and teaching 
environmental stewardship
•   Act as a Project Manager, by communicating with agency park partners, 
ensuring successful and timely completion of work projects, and upholding a 
positive representation of SCA
•   Perform tasks as a Program Administrator, by organizing logistics, 
completing documentation, managing a budget, and communicating with SCA staff

Qualifications:
•   Experience working with and supervising youth or young adults (14-18 
years old)
•   Background in teaching, environmental education, social work, 
psychology, or other helping profession
•   Experience with conservation work skills or manual labor skills 
preferred – i.e. trail maintenance, trail construction, habitat restoration, 
chainsaw, carpentry, landscaping, and gardening
•   Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 6 hours per day, 
exposed to the elements and occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or more
•   Current First Aid and CPR certification required by the start of 
training
•   Must be able to attend paid Crew Leader training: expected June 3rd 
through June 24th
•   Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
•   Must have ability to legally work in the US
•   Must be able to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards
•   Local applicants strongly preferred- must have personal housing 
arrangements in the Pittsburgh metro area

Compensation: $600/week for training and program weeks

To Apply: Visit our position page online for the application instruction 
details: https://www.thesca.org/pittsburgh-summer-community-crew-leader
For inquiries about our program, please email us at pittsbu...@thesca.org.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - SCA D.C. Youth Conservation Crew Leader (Full-time, Summer job, $625/wk)

[Hannah Jo King]

Conservation Begins Here.

The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America’s #1 conservation service 
organization seeks qualified applicants to lead, educate, and inspire 
Washington DC area high school students (age 15-19) and young adult members 
(18+) for the 2019 DC area summer programs.  

Training Dates: June 10- June 20 (mandatory paid training)
One-Day Site Visit: June 3-7 or June 24-28 (this will be a one-day visit to the 
park you have been assigned to; selected candidates will be informed of the 
date in advance)
Program Dates: July 1- August 9, 2019 (must be available for the duration of 
the entire program)

Primary Responsibilities:
Mentor a crew of 6-10 local high school students either as a solo leader or 
with a co-leader, to complete much needed conservation service projects. 
Community Crew Leaders must have strong experience teaching or working with 
urban youth, be able to maintain a positive work environment and motivate 
students, and be willing to work outdoors. The crew will be working on projects 
such as invasive species removal, habitat restoration, trail maintenance, and 
trail construction in various parks across the DC metro area. Project 
monitoring and data collection will also be required throughout the season.

Specifically, the Crew Leader will:
•   Act as a Crew Supervisor, by facilitating teamwork, managing 
field-based tasks, and guiding crew dynamics
•   Serve as an Advisor, by training members in technical conservation work 
skills, mentoring personal and professional development, and teaching 
environmental stewardship
•   Act as a Project Manager, by communicating with agency park partners, 
ensuring successful and timely completion of work projects, and upholding a 
positive representation of SCA
•   Perform tasks as a Program Administrator, by organizing logistics, 
completing documentation, managing a budget, and communicating with SCA staff

Qualifications:
•   Experience working with youth or young adults (ages 15-25), teaching or 
environmental education a plus
•   Experience with conservation work skills or related skills preferred – 
i.e. trail maintenance, trail construction, habitat restoration, chainsaw, 
carpentry, landscaping, and gardening
•   Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, 
exposed to the elements and most occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or more
•   Current First Aid and CPR certification required by the start of 
training
•   Must be able to attend Crew Leader training: June 10-20, 2019
•   Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
•   Must have ability to legally work in the US
•   Must have a valid driver’s license for 3+ years and MVR that meets SCA 
standards
•   Must be able to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards
•   Must have personal housing arrangements in the Washington DC metro area

Compensation: $625/week total salary, paid training

To Apply: Visit our position page online for the application instruction 
details: https://www.thesca.org/dc-summer-conservation-crew-leader
For inquiries about our program, please email us at sc...@thesca.org

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement- UNLV Research Technician positions, spring 2019

[Lindsay Chiquoine]

Hello,

Could the following job announcement be posted? Thank you.



Job announcement

Ecology- UNLV Research Technician positions, spring 2019



The Applied Ecology Laboratory at the University of Nevada Las Vegas is
hiring a full-time field and laboratory TECHNICIAN for March and April 2019
(2 mo) and a full-time BOTANIST March-May 2019 (3 mo). All applicants must
be a United States citizen, have a valid driver’s license, and have at
least a bachelor’s degree in biology or environmental science or a related
degree, or equivalent years' experience (3-4 yrs).



Both positions are salaried positions. Please review the position
descriptions below and include in your application and email subject line
which position you are applying. To apply, please send a statement of
interest, a CV or resume, and a short list of references to

Lindsay Chiquoine

lindsay.chiquo...@unlv.edu





For BOTH POSITIONS we suggest that applicants have outdoor or field
experience (e.g., camping, hiking) and experience operating a 4WD truck or
vehicle. All applicants are encouraged to review climate and spring weather
conditions for the southern Nevada region. Field vehicles are provided for
all local and out-of-state travel. Most field work days are day trips to
field sites with some hiking. For some field sites in southeastern
California and our field site in Texas, camping is required. All camping
will be car camping. Per diem applies to specific, but not all,
out-of-state projects only. No housing is provided.





The TECHNICIAN will assist research staff and graduate students with a
range of greenhouse, laboratory, and field projects in the southern Nevada
and southeastern California regions and possibly southwest Texas. This is
an entry level position and a great opportunity to expand a resume. The
position starts no later than Monday, March 4, 2019 and ends Tuesday, April
30, 2019 with the potential to extend through May 2019 and possibly re-hire
in fall 2019. The applicant is encouraged to be available for paperwork
before March 1, 2019 (i.e., phone and email) to prevent delays in monthly
salary payments.



Duties will include:

-maintaining assigned greenhouse and laboratory studies (plant and seed
ecology),

-assisting botanists and graduate students to conduct plant surveys at
research sites (field ecology),

-assisting students conducting pollinator research (pollinator ecology), and

-assisting with data entry and maintaining a site photographic archive
(project management).



The technician position does not require botany experience, although
experience with plant identification and using dichotomous keys is
suggested (e.g., college level botany). There will be opportunities to gain
plant identification experience. Previous invertebrate experience is not
required. Previous field and laboratory experience or outdoor experience is
strongly suggested (e.g., camping, hiking).





The BOTANIST will assist research staff with a range of field projects in
the southern Nevada and southeastern California regions and possibly
southwest Texas and occasionally provide plant identification expertise and
assistance to graduate students. The position starts no later than Monday,
March 4, 2019 and ends Friday, May 31, 2019 with the opportunity for
re-hire in spring 2020. The applicant is encouraged to be available for
paperwork before March 1, 2019 (i.e., phone and email) to prevent delays in
monthly salary payments.



Duties include:

-organize and conduct plant surveys (2-person team) at long-term monitoring
sites in the southern Nevada region,

-manage the long-term monitoring site database (QA/QC tabular data,
photographic archive),

-conduct surveys at experimental field sites in southern Nevada,
southeastern California, and southwest Texas,

-assist graduate students with plant identification, and

-assist with maintaining greenhouse studies.



To qualify for this position, previous field and outdoor experience
(navigating to sites using compass, maps and GPS; camping; 4WD) and botany
experience (using dichotomous keys and other plant identification
resources) is necessary. Previous southern California and southwest plant
identification experience is not necessary although strongly suggested.
Experience with ArcGIS and Google Earth is also suggested.





See link below for more information about the Applied Ecology lab at
University of Nevada Las Vegas

 https://abellaappliedecologylab.wordpress.com/

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Virginia Division of Natural Heritage: Southwest Region Stewardship Technician, Abingdon, VA, U.S.A. - Closes Jan. 11 2019

[Patterson, Karen]

For more information and to apply:
http://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/postings/133393
***
*Southwest Region Stewardship Technician, Abingdon, VA (closes Jan. 11.
2019)*

The Southwest Region Stewardship Technician will assist DCR Natural
Heritage staff with the management of Natural Area Preserves (NAP) in the
Southwest Region of western Virginia. This is a temporary, part-time,
hourly position, averaging 32 hours per week (40 maximum – no overtime),
and no benefits other than worker’s compensation. The schedule is flexible
and will include weekends and evenings.
Job Duties:
1. Assist DCR Natural Heritage Division stewardship staff with management
of NAP in the Southwest Region of Virginia. Responsibilities include, but
are not limited to the following: management of invasive species; trail
construction and maintenance; public access monitoring, education, and
promoting responsible use among visitors to the natural area preserves;
assisting with biological monitoring and mapping; maintenance of equipment
and shop facilities; trash removal; and posting NAP boundaries. A
significant portion of this position will be focused on public access
management at 3 NAPs in Russell and Washington Counties: Pinnacle,
Cleveland Barrens, and Channels. Work will also include sites in Grayson
and Lee Counties and sites throughout western Virginia.
2. Operation of vehicles and equipment such as pickup trucks and trailers,
tractors, UTVs, ATVs, chainsaws, pesticide sprayers, hand tools, power
tools, and prescribed fire equipment.
3. Participate as DCR crewmember on prescribed burns on DCR and partner
lands. Meet, or be willing to meet, requirements for DCR Crewmember,
including the arduous work capacity test, a standardized 3-mile fitness
test carrying a 45-pound pack while walking on flat terrain in less than 45
minutes.
4. Organize and recruit volunteers to assist with stewardship projects.
5. Investigate historical land use patterns by conducting literature
searches, and locating historical aerial photography.

Claiborne Woodall
Southwest Regional Supervisor and Natural Areas Steward
DCR - Division of Natural Heritage
355 Deadmore St.,  Abingdon, VA  24210
276-676-5673 (office); 276-608-8322 (mobile)
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/natural-heritage/
http://www.facebook.com/virginianaturalheritageprogram

[ECOLOG-L] Full time job announcement: Research Technician in Environmental Science

[Jason Dobkowski]

University of Michigan
Research Technician in Environmental Science
We are seeking a laboratory and field technician to assist in research projects 
involving environmental and ecological science, including field collection of 
environmental samples, the chemical analysis of samples in the laboratory, the 
computer entry of data, and the statistical or graphical analysis of data. A 
suitable candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in a natural science 
discipline such as chemistry, biology, or environmental sciences, plus the 
ability to translate, adapt and apply this knowledge. Candidates should have 
lab experience in detailed, high-quality biogeochemical analyses of samples, 
and must show evidence of skill in computer data entry and analysis including 
graphics. In addition, desired qualifications include experience in field 
collection of environmental samples in remote areas under difficult conditions, 
and experience in operating and coordinating sample collection and analysis 
with minimum supervision. The position requires moderately strenuous field work 
in the Arctic during summer (hiking with full packs over tundra). Experience in 
photochemistry, aquatic ecology, microbiology, or with the following laboratory 
instruments is a plus: Dissolved Inorganic Carbon analyzer, Total Organic 
Carbon analyzer, nutrient autoanalyzer, Carbon-Hydrogen-Nitrogen (CHN) 
analyzer, spectrometer, fluorometer, gas and liquid chromatography.

Interested applicants can apply at the University of Michigan 
(http://www.umich.edu/~jobs/), job posting # 165700. You must include a resume 
and cover letter describing your qualifications and experience and including 
three names for letters of reference. The University of Michigan is an equal 
opportunity employer.

[ECOLOG-L] USDA-ARS Ag Sci Research Technician job announcement (closes Dec 28, 2018)

[Stevens, William (Bart) - ARS]

Agricultural Science Research Technician
USDA Agricultural Research Service

Open: 12/12/2018
Closes:  12/28/2018
Salary GS 07/08/09  ($41,365 to $65,778 per year)
Appointment type: Permanent
Work schedule: Full-Time

Summary
This position is located within the USDA, ARS, Northern Plains Agricultural 
Research Lab, Agricultural Systems Research Unit, in Sidney, MT.
The mission of the ASRU is to develop diversified irrigated and dryland 
cropping systems that enhance soil and water quality, conserve natural 
resources, and reduce dependence on agrochemicals in the Upper Missouri River 
Basin and the nation.

Major Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Collecting and evaluating soil and plant samples.
Searching for literature for new procedures or techniques to use in the 
laboratory, field, or computing environment.
Keeping exact and detailed records of data obtained from experiments.
Tabulating and statistically analyzing data using personal computers.
Maintaining and modifying laboratory equipment and automated collection systems 
used for test and evaluation procedures.
Adapting and developing new techniques or procedures to satisfy the needs of an 
agronomic research project.

Must be a US Citizen or US National

For more details and to apply, click here 
USAJobs.gov

Announcement number: ARS-S18Y-0516
Control number: 519328100




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immediately.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - Internship Program Manager - Chicago Botanic Garden

[Krissa Skogen]

The Chicago Botanic Garden seeks to hire a science intern program manager to 
oversee our college and post-graduate internship programs, including the 
Conservation and Land Management Internship Program (www.clminternship.org) and 
the Chicago Botanic Garden's Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program 
(www.cbgreu.org). The CLM and REU Programs represent the Garden’s broadest 
efforts to recruit, train, and engage current and recent graduates in the 
fields of conservation biology, ecology, botany, wildlife biology, and natural 
resource management. 

We seek an enthusiastic, outgoing, detail-oriented person to manage the 
Garden’s nationally recognized science training programs for undergraduate and 
recent college graduates. Our ideal candidate will have the following:
-Minimum of master's degree in ecology, evolution, botany, biology, or a 
related field, or bachelor’s degree with three to five years of relevant 
experience/education
-Passion for science education, training, outreach, research, and botany
-Ideally, experience managing science training programs for undergraduate or 
recent graduates in conservation, biological sciences, and/or land management, 
or keen interest in and desire to build these skills
-Excellent writing and verbal communications skills
-Excellent organizational, computer, and problem-solving skills. Must be 
well-versed in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.); 
experience with databases and data management are preferred
-Ability to maintain confidential information
-Experience coordinating and managing multiple, shifting priorities
-Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Learn more & apply here: 
https://www.chicagobotanic.org/jobs/intern_program_manager

In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, the 
Chicago Botanic Garden does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its 
programs or activities, including in employment or admissions. Please call 
(847) 835-8264 to contact our Title IX coordinator should you have questions or 
concerns.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Chief Biologist - Virginia Division of Natural Heritage, Richmond, VA, U.S.A. - closes December 13, 2018

[Patterson, Karen]

*Chief Biologist - Virginia Division of Natural Heritage
, Richmond, VA, U.S.A.*



Application deadline: December 13, 2018.

Applications must be submitted at:

http://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/postings/132060



The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is the state’s lead
conservation agency and it takes a diverse agency to work for a diverse
commonwealth. DCR protects what people care about – access to the outdoors,
natural habitats, open spaces, clean water and safe infrastructure. We
manage 37 Virginia State Parks, which has thousands of campsites, hundreds
of cabins, beaches, festivals, educational programs, more than 500 miles of
trails… the list goes on. If you’re someone who wants to love what you do,
and make a difference, DCR is the place for you!

DCR’s Division of Natural Heritage, seeks applicants to fill the full-time,
classified position of Chief Biologist
. This position
supervises all biological inventories and preliminary conservation planning
conducted by the Division of Natural Heritage through 1) the determination
of the biological status of Virginia’s biota, 2) the development of a
comprehensive vegetation classification for Virginia, 3) the documentation
of all locations for Virginia’s rare species and significant natural
communities, 4) the provision of preliminary conservation plans and
technical assistance to internal and external natural resource personnel,
5) obtaining grants and contracts to enable this inventory, and 6)
supervising a team of inventory biologists.

Additional DCR's job announcements can be viewed at:
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/job*s* 



 
__

*Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is an
Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. Women, minorities,
and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.*



*Laura Nelson PHR, SHRM – CP*

Human Resource Generalist

Department of Conservation and Recreation

600 East Main Street 24th Floor

Richmond, Virginia 23219

804-786-5657(phone) 804-371-0315 (Fax)
https://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/postings/132060

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Lead Scientist with Conservation Science Partners

[Amanda Kissel]

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Lead Scientist
Conservation Science Partners (CSP) seeks a Lead Scientist who will provide 
analytical and project
management leadership and support as part of a team of ecologists for landscape 
and conservation
planning projects. Most projects focus on US and North American terrestrial 
ecosystems, but may include
freshwater systems, as well as interactions with human systems (e.g., land use, 
water use, protected
areas, social networks). The work requires highly creative quantitative 
thinking based on in situ and
remotely sensed data, computer modeling, and advanced inferential techniques. 
Outcomes of projects
are designed to explain ecological phenomena and lead to tools and strategies 
decision‐makers can use.
This position will likely emphasize active or future projects involving: 
modeling the ecology (and
phenology) of fuels and fire in arid systems, applied statistics, mathematics, 
machine learning methods,
ecological data science, and species habitat modeling. The individual in this 
position will work with others
at CSP to help promote a culture of diversity, creativity, innovation, and 
experimentation.


About Conservation Science Partners:
CSP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit scientific collective established to meet
the analytical and research needs of diverse stakeholders in conservation 
projects. Our mission is to apply
human ingenuity to the preservation of species, populations, and ecosystems 
using scientific principles,
innovative approaches, and lasting partnerships with conservation 
practitioners. We connect the best
minds in conservation science to solve problems in a way that’s comprehensive, 
flexible, and service-oriented.

For a full job description and instructions on how to apply: 
http://www.csp-inc.org/public/CSP_Lead_Scientist_Position_Announcement_112018.pdf

For more information on CSP: www.csp-inc.org

***PLEASE DIRECT ALL INQUIRIES TO hir...@csp-inc.org ***

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - SCA Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps Team Member (Full-time, Temporary + Benefits)

[Hannah Jo King]

Conservation Begins Here.

The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America’s #1 conservation service 
organization seeks qualified young adult applicants (18 to 25 years of age) to 
serve with the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps 2019 Program. Members will work on a 
team of six to complete conservation, recreation and infrastructure projects in 
Pennsylvania’s State Park and Forest system. Crews meet each day in their 
program city, and are provided transportation to their worksite.

Program Dates: March 4th to December 6th, 2019
Crew Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
2019 Crew Locations: Philadelphia, Wilkes-Barre, Williamsport, Harrisburg, 
Altoona, St. Marys, Meadville and Uniontown
Compensation: $12.20 per hour, company-sponsored health insurance and benefits, 
breakfast and lunch provided

Program Description:
The SCA, the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and 
the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry have launched a multi-year 
partnership to field a statewide conservation corps program. The Pennsylvania 
Outdoor Corps offers paid work experience, job training, and educational 
opportunities to teens and young adults as they protect and restore public 
lands and waters.

Outdoor Corps members will tackle hands-on projects in state parks, state 
forests and other natural lands. In addition, the program provides learning 
opportunities in resource management, team leadership, environmental topics and 
recreation skills. Corps members also will be provided with career development 
training during their period of employment.

Qualifications
Applicants must:
•   Be between the ages of 18 and 25 at the start of the program.
•   Be able to conduct manual work in outdoor conditions.
•   Be enthusiastic about working on a diverse crew.
•   Have an interest in conservation and natural resource management.
•   Be able to model safe and professional behavior at all times.
•   MUST HAVE OR SECURE PERSONAL HOUSING IN OR NEAR THEIR PROGRAM CITY.
•   Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The 
Student Conservation Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified members who demonstrate exceptional leadership skills and work ethic 
during their positions on the 10-month crew will also gain the unique 
opportunity to take a 10-week leave from their position to assume the role of 
crew leader for one of the PA Outdoor Corps high school crews. These crews are 
comprised of two leaders and 10 members, ages 15 to 18, and run for seven weeks 
during July and August each summer.

To Apply: Visit our position page online for the application instruction 
details: https://www.thesca.org/serve/program/pennsylvania-outdoor-corps 

For inquiries about our program, please email us at paoutdoorco...@thesca.org.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: State Herpetologist, Massachusetts

[Peter Hazelton]

The Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Program of the Massachusetts Division 
of Fisheries & Wildlife has posted an opening for the State Herpetologist.  
Details below.

Requisition Link: 
https://massanf.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=180007TC 
Functional Title: State Herpetologist
Official Title: Conservation Biologist IV
Location: Division of Fisheries and Wildlife, 1 Rabbit Hill Road, Westboro, MA
Job Description 
State Herpetologist - (180007TC)
Description
 
The Massachusetts Department of Fish & Game works to preserve the state's 
natural resources and people's right to conservation of those resources, as 
protected by Article 97 of the Massachusetts Constitution. To carry out this 
mission, the Department exercises responsibility over the Commonwealth's marine 
and freshwater fisheries, wildlife species, plants, and natural communities, as 
well as the habitats that support them.
 
The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (DFW) is responsible for 
the conservation - including restoration, protection and management - of fish 
and wildlife resources for the benefit and enjoyment of the public.
 
The Department of Fish and Game seeks applicants for the position of the State 
Herpetologist (Conservation Biologist IV).

The State Herpetologist (Conservation Biologist IV) implements inventory, 
research and management programs to conserve the Commonwealth’s endangered, 
threatened and special concern reptiles and amphibians, compiles and analyzes 
data on the distribution of the state’s herpetofauna, especially its rare and 
endangered species, and provides technical guidance to DFW regulatory review 
staff implementing the Massachusetts Endangered Species Act.

Duties include:
 
1.Compile and analyze data on rare reptile and amphibian populations 
and habitats, and apply these data to maintaining and updating the state’s 
official rare species list; review and evaluate individual species for 
appropriateness of inclusion on or deletion from the Massachusetts Endangered 
Species Act (MESA) list; research taxonomy as necessary; develop listing 
criteria; screen rare reptile and amphibian species observation records for 
accuracy and completeness before acceptance into NHESP databases.  Prepare 
species habitat maps for reptile and amphibian species.
 
2.Plan, supervise, and/or conduct field surveys and scientific 
investigations of populations of endangered, threatened and special concern 
reptile and amphibian species; oversee and administer short-term reptile and 
amphibian research and inventory projects to be contracted-out; hire and 
supervise seasonal staff to assist in biological surveys and research, as 
needed; analyze conservation research and inventory results and prepare 
studies, technical reports and scientific papers for publication.
 
3.Develop, implement, and coordinate long range habitat and population 
management programs for endangered reptiles and amphibians, and work with 
partners to research, manage, and protect important habitat areas.
 
4.   Apply knowledge of the abundance, distribution, ecology, and 
management needs of rare reptiles and amphibians through participation in 
regulatory reviews, and protection and ecological restoration planning, and in 
other DFW/NHESP projects. 
 
5.Develop and maintain professional relationships with habitat land 
managers, the environmental and scientific communities; develop and implement 
conservation partnerships to advance reptile and amphibian conservation; 
interact professionally with biologists at the state, regional, and national 
level; coordinate efforts with the DFW Fisheries & Wildlife Sections. 
 
6.Prepare and deliver presentations, develop informational material, 
and conduct other targeted education and outreach to increase awareness of the 
status and conservation needs of the biodiversity of the Commonwealth; work 
with DFW/NHESP administrators to seek and obtain funding and/or other material 
support for reptile and amphibian conservation.
 
7.Perform other duties as assigned.
 
Qualifications Required at Hire: 
 
1.  Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of herpetology and 
biological conservation.
2.  Thorough knowledge of the identification, ecology, and habitat 
requirements of a component of the herpetofauna of the northeastern U.S. 
(especially rare species) and some knowledge of the geography and ecoregions of 
Massachusetts.
3.  Demonstrated experience with GIS technology and ability to read 
topographic maps.
4.  Experience with or knowledge of NatureServe/Natural Heritage 
methodology.
5.  Ability to speak and write clearly and effectively.
6.  Ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of people.
7.  Willingness to travel extensively throughout the state and to work in 
the field under adverse weather conditions.
Preferred qualification:  M.S. or Ph.D. degree in Biology, 

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Director NOAA/AOML

[Jim Hendee]

Apologies, I neglected to mention that the Atlantic Oceanographic and 
Meteorological Laboratory is part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric 
Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, and is located in Miami, Florida, 
USA.

http://www.aoml.noaa.gov/

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Director NOAA/AOML

[Jim Hendee]

Job Announcement:

The Director of the Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory (AOML) 
position is within the Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research. The 
laboratory conducts oceanographic investigations centering on the transport, 
thermal and chemical composition, structure and dynamical processes of ocean 
and coastal water masses; global climate change; fluxes of energy, gases, and 
materials through the air-sea interface, integrated coastal ecosystem 
management, and research in tropical meteorology.

The Director of AOML is responsible for planning, directing, and evaluating the 
operation of the Laboratory; coordinating the planning of research across NOAA 
and with the research community more broadly; providing general guidance to 
scientific program managers; appraising the progress of missions; ensuring the 
transition of research into operational NOAA capability and information 
services; administering resources in accordance with priorities; and 
authorizing and conducting negotiations with other agencies for compatible 
scientific investigations. The Director coordinates activities with the 
bargaining union that is active at AOML.

The Director is responsible for providing expert scientific and technical 
direction, conceptual development, implementation, and management of an 
integrated program that is responsive to identified National and agency needs 
for the study of environmental processes that have impact on the conduct of 
NOAA's mission.

The Director is responsible for all operational aspects of AOML including 
financial management, budget development and justification, personnel 
management, and contract administration. Based upon the expressed requirements 
and justification of program leaders and the objectives established by the 
Assistant Administrator/Deputy Assistant Administrator, the Director, AOML, 
allocates and controls funds. The Director also plays a vital role in securing 
both in-house and other-agency support, as appropriate, for AOML programs. The 
Director reviews, analyzes, and evaluates new and existing plans, programs, and 
proposals for research initiatives as submitted by project leaders within AOML.

In addition to technical program management, the incumbent may perform personal 
research. The incumbent is recognized nationally and internationally as an 
authority and leader in his/her area of scientific expertise. 

To apply and learn more, please visit this link:

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/516066000

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - Alaska Conservation Corps Teams- Project Supervisor at SCA

[Hannah Jo King]

*SCA 2019 Alaska Conservation Corps Project Leader Positions Announced*

Interested in using your outdoor trail skills to take care of the land while 
educating young adult conservation leaders? Join the Student Conservation 
Association (SCA) as an Alaska Conservation Corps Project Leader in 2019! The 
SCA already anticipates 200+ leader positions for the summer and school year of 
2019 - both in the Alaska region and throughout the rest of the country.

Benefits: $600 weekly salary depending on experience & program length, Meals 
and housing provided, Paid trainings and career-development opportunities.

View Position Online: https://www.thesca.org/alaska-corps-teams-project-leader

Conservation Begins Here.

The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America’s #1 conservation service 
organization seeks qualified applicants to lead, educate, and inspire a team of 
5 young adult participants in the completion of conservation projects 
throughout the state of Alaska. 
Program Dates: April – September 2019

Primary Responsibilities:
Typical projects include trail maintenance and construction, exotic plant 
management, fuels reduction and habitat restoration. Teams will live and work 
together for the entire season and have the opportunity to build a small 
community. Project Leaders are an integral part of the success of our teams, 
and they will be expected to strive for proactive communication, create a 
culture of growth, and professionally represent themselves and SCA. The Project 
Leader position is filled with a diversity of tasks and responsibilities and 
offers a great opportunity to highly motivated candidates who are looking for 
an engaging and challenging atmosphere.

Specifically, the Project Leader will carry out:
Crew Manager Functions-
•   Lead and manage work outcomes and crew dynamics
•   Facilitate field team operations: food planning, tools & equipment, 
vehicles
•   Actively handle any behavioral and crew dynamics issues as they arise,  
in coordination with Program Staff

Technical Advisor Functions-
•   Manage the quality & technique of the work performed
•   Manage tools and equipment assigned to the team, including maintenance 
throughout the season
•   Promote leadership development within team and evaluate success & 
potential

Partnership Representative Functions-
•   Manage relationship with agency partner
•   Work collaboratively with agency on program logistics
•   Ensure successful and timely completion of work project

Program Administrator Functions-
•   Complete required program reporting and documentation
•   Assist Program Staff in budget management and reconciliation
•   Assist Program Staff in Corps Member Training held in May
•   Ensure compliance with all SCA Risk Management policies & procedures
•   Represent SCA in a positive and professional manner

Qualifications:
•   Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
•   Must have ability to legally work in the US
•   Must be able to attend mandatory Project Leader training in April
•   Current First Aid certification & CPR required by the start of the 
training, WFR preferred
•   Experience working with young adults preferred
•   Experience with conservation work skills or related skills, i.e. trail 
maintenance, trail construction, chainsaw, carpentry, landscaping, and gardening
•   Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, 
exposed to the elements and must occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or more
•   Valid driver’s license and MVR that meets SCA standards required
•   Ability to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards
•   Experience in Alaskan environment preferred

To Apply: Visit http://thesca.force.com/members to create a profile, complete 
the basic application and then select the Leader Application when prompted. 
Please be sure to upload your cover letter, resume and at least two (2) 
professional references. Once your application is complete, please email 
lead...@thesca.org with the position of interest listed in the subject line so 
we may review your application.

For questions, please contact Jacquie Braden, Alaska Program Manager 
(jbra...@thesca.org or (907)771-8491)
 
SCA is an EOE dedicated to workforce diversity.
For more information about SCA, visit us at www.theSCA.org

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - NY Excelsior Conservation Corps- Surveying & Assessment Team Supervisor at SCA

[Hannah Jo King]

*SCA 2019 NY Excelsior Conservation Corps Project Leader Position Announced*

Interested in using your outdoor trail skills to take care of the land while 
educating the next generation of conservation leaders? Join the Student 
Conservation Association (SCA) as a NY Excelsior Conservation Corps Project 
Leader in 2019! The SCA already anticipates 200+ leader positions for the 
summer and school year of 2019 - both in the Pennsylvania area and throughout 
the rest of the country.

Benefits: $780 per week starting salary, Employer-sponsored benefits (health, 
dental, vision, retirement, PTO, paid holidays), Meals and housing provided, 
Paid trainings and career-development opportunities.

View Position Online: 
https://www.thesca.org/ny-excelsior-corps-project-leader-%E2%80%93-surveying-assessment

Program Dates: ¬Flexible Start Date, position is year-round, full-time
Location: The program is currently based on the SUNY Brockport campus and will 
complete projects around the state of New York

Qualifications:
•Experience supervising youth or young adults in an outdoor setting
•Excellent communication, leadership skills, and a strong work ethic are 
required
•Self-starter with ability to work independently and as part of a team
•Ability to carry heavy loads up to 50 pounds and to work in an outdoor 
environment exposed to the elements including camping and hiking for extended 
periods of time (5-10 days per hitch)
•Have working knowledge of safely operating power and hand-tools
•Current Wilderness First Responder and CPR certification required
•Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
•Must have ability to legally work in the US
•Must have a valid driver’s license for 3+ years and MVR that meets SCA 
standards
•Must be able to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards
•Must have a personal vehicle, mileage will be reimbursed at $0.54/mile

Preferred Skills:
•Previous invasive species management experience
•Previous GIS/GPS and mapping experience
•Chainsaw experience and certification
•Rigging/Grip hoist experience
•Completion of an SCA Work Skills Session

Primary Responsibilities:
SCA Excelsior Corps works in partnership with the NYS Governor’s Office, the NYS 
Commission on National and Community Service (AmeriCorps), the NYS Department 
of Environmental Conservation, the NYS Environmental Facilities Corps and the 
NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Among other 
environmental stewardship projects, the primary responsibility of this team 
will be completing GIS/GPS projects throughout the state of New York including 
invasive species mapping, culvert assessments, and utility mapping projects.

Specifically, the Project Leader will:
Act as a Crew Supervisor, by:
•Leading and managing a crew of eight to ten 18–28 y/o AmeriCorps members for 
up to 10 days at a time, in an outdoor setting
•Leading and managing work outcomes and crew dynamics
•Facilitating team operations including; food planning, tools & equipment, and 
vehicles
•Actively managing project/member risks to maintain a safe work environment

Serve as an Advisor, by:
•Supervising and assisting the work skills training of corps members
•Managing the quality & technique of the work performed
•Promoting leadership development within the team and evaluating success & 
potential

Act as a Partnership Representative, by:
•Managing relationships with agency partners
•Working collaboratively with agencies on program logistics
•Ensuring successful and timely completion of projects

Perform tasks as a Program Administrator, by:
•Assisting the SCA Excelsior AmeriCorps Field Coordinator to complete required 
program reporting and documentation
•Assisting the SCA Excelsior AmeriCorps Field Coordinator in budget management 
and reconciliation
•Assisting the SCA Excelsior AmeriCorps Field Coordinator and Education and 
Outreach Coordinator with member recruitment and trainings
•Ensuring compliance with all SCA Risk Management policies & procedures
•Representing SCA in a positive and professional manner

To Apply: Visit http://thesca.force.com/members to create a profile, complete 
the basic application and then select the Leader Application when prompted. 
Please be sure to upload your cover letter, resume and at least two (2) 
professional references. Once your application is complete, please email 
lead...@thesca.org with the position of interest listed in the subject line so 
we may review your application.

SCA is an EOE dedicated to workforce diversity.
For more information about SCA, visit us at www.theSCA.org

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - PA Conservation Corps Team- Project Supervisor with SCA

[Hannah Jo King]

*SCA 2019 PA Conservation Corps Project Leader Position Announced*

Interested in using your outdoor trail skills to take care of the land while 
educating the next generation of conservation leaders? Join the Student 
Conservation Association (SCA) as a PA Conservation Corps Project Leader in 
2019! The SCA already anticipates 200+ leader positions for the summer and 
school year of 2019 - both in the Pennsylvania area and throughout the rest of 
the country.

Benefits: $700 per week, Employer-sponsored benefits (health, dental, vision, 
retirement, PTO, paid holidays), Paid trainings and career-development 
opportunities

View Position Online: 
https://www.thesca.org/pennsylvania-outdoor-corps-adult-program-project-leader


2019 Crew Locations: Philadelphia, Wilkes-Barre, Harrisburg, Altoona, 
Williamsport, St Marys, Meadville and Uniontown
Training Dates: February 11th - 20th, 2019 (mandatory paid training)
Program Dates: February 25th - Decemember 13th, 2019 
Crew Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Qualifications:
• Experience working with youth or young adults, teaching or environmental 
education a plus
• Experience with conservation work skills or related skills preferred – i.e. 
trail maintenance, trail construction, habitat restoration, carpentry, 
landscaping and gardening
• Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, exposed 
to the elements, and occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or more
• Current First Aid and CPR certification required by the start of training
• Must be able to attend Crew Leader training from February 11th to February 
20th, 2019
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must have ability to legally work in the US
• Must have a valid driver’s license for 3+ years and MVR that meets SCA 
standards
• Must be able to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards
• Must have or secure housing in or near program city

Primary Responsibilities:
The corps works with Pennsylvania’s Department of Conservation and Natural 
Resources to conduct land and resource management activities in the State Park 
and Forest system. Project leaders train, supervise and administer crews of 
five members, between the ages of 18 and 25, working on a variety of outdoor 
conservation projects, including trail maintenance, habitat restoration, 
invasive species removal, facility maintenance, light construction and resource 
inventory. Leaders coordinate with agency partners to plan and implement 
projects and work with SCA staff to manage safety, crew performance and 
logistics in the field. One leader is assigned to each crew.

Specifically, the Project Leader will:
• Act as a Crew Supervisor by facilitating teamwork, managing field-based 
tasks, and guiding crew dynamics
• Serve as an Advisor by training members in technical conservation work 
skills, mentoring personal and professional development, and teaching 
environmental stewardship
• Act as a Project Manager, by communicating with agency partners, ensuring 
successful and timely completion of work projects, and upholding a positive 
representation of SCA
• Perform tasks as a Program Administrator by organizing logistics, completing 
documentation, managing a budget, and communicating with SCA staff

To Apply: Visit http://thesca.force.com/members to create a profile, complete 
the basic application and then select the Leader Application when prompted. 
Please be sure to upload your cover letter, resume and at least two (2) 
professional references. Once your application is complete, please email 
lead...@thesca.org with the position of interest listed in the subject line so 
we may review your application.

SCA is an EOE dedicated to workforce diversity.
For more information about SCA, visit us at www.theSCA.org

[ECOLOG-L] USDA-ARS Ag Sci Research Technician job announcement (closes Nov 1, 2018)

[Stevens, William (Bart) - ARS]

Agricultural Science Research Technician
USDA Agricultural Research Service

Open: now
Closes:  11/01/2018
Salary GS 05, 07  ($33,394 to $53,773 per year)
Appointment type: Term (1 year, may be extended to as much as 4 years)
Work schedule: Full-Time

Summary
This position is located within the USDA, ARS, Northern Plains Agricultural 
Research Lab, Agricultural Systems Research Unit, in Sidney, MT.
This position is in a GS-5/6/7 career ladder, but is only being advertised at 
the GS-5 and GS-7 levels.
This is a term, time-limited appointment with an initial duration no less than 
13 months and can be extended up to a total of 4 years.

Major Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Collecting, preparing, evaluating and verifying crop and soil samples and 
supporting records.
Preparing solutions and reagents for use in a laboratory or field.
Collecting various samples or data to assist in evaluating complex 
biological interactions
Assisting with the technical planning and sequencing of the experimental 
design and execution related to the development and improvement of agronomic 
systems.
Recording and tabulating data using personal computers and software 
packages.
Maintaining, calibrating or modifying specialized farming equipment. 
(farming experience is desired but not required)

Must be a US Citizen or US National

For more details and to apply, click here 
USAJobs.gov

Announcement number: ARS-S18Y-0286
Control number: 514275100





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[ECOLOG-L] USDA-ARS Ag Sci Research Technician job announcement (closes Nov 1, 2018)

[Stevens, William (Bart) - ARS]

Agricultural Science Research Technician
USDA Agricultural Research Service

Open: now
Closes:  11/01/2018
Salary GS 07 - 08  ($41,365 to $59,557 per year)
Appointment type: Permanent
Work schedule: Full-Time

Summary
This position is located in the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), 
Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Agricultural Systems Research Unit, 
located in Sidney, MT.
The incumbent of this position will support a Research Soil Scientist on the 
evaluation of management practices on soil carbon and nitrogen cycling, 
greenhouse gas emissions, and crop yields and quality in dryland and irrigated 
cropping systems.
Major Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Managing field experiments by collecting, preparing and evaluating the 
following types of samples: greenhouse gases; soil; plant; and water.
Assisting with analysis of data and data management.
Keeping detailed records of data obtained from experiments.
Maintaining, calibrating and modifying complex/specialized laboratory 
equipment and automated systems used for test and evaluation procedures.
Using the following equipment to obtain, analyze and summarize 
data/samples: gas chromatographs; combustion-type elemental analyzers; 
automated ion analyzers; soil sampling hydraulic probes; and calcimeters.

Must be a US Citizen or US National

Apply at USAJobs.gov

Announcement number: ARS-S18Y-0288
Control number: 514250200





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[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement

[Ebony Murrell]

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Agricultural Plant-Insect Interactions

Location: Salina, KS
Department: Research
Status: Full-time, salary
Report to: Crop Protection Ecologist
Effective Date: Negotiable, ideally 1/7/2019
Compensation: Competitive with median salary for the region

The Land Institute is seeking a full-time postdoctoral research associate to 
work in the Crop Protection Ecology program, with Dr. Ebony Murrell.  The 
project consists of an interdisciplinary team of Dr. Murrell at The Land 
Institute, Dr. Jared Ali (chemical ecologist) at Penn State, Dr. Swayamjit Ray 
(molecular biologist) at Penn State, and Dr. Jason Kaye (soil ecologist) at 
Penn State.  The postdoctoral research associate will investigate effects of 
arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and nutrient availability on insect-induced plant 
defenses in annual and perennial grain crops.

Main duties will include:
** Conducting whole-plant greenhouse assays on foliar (Lepidoptera) and root
(Coleoptera) pests of corn and perennial sorghum
** Extracting RNA from plant tissue samples to test for induced plant defenses
** Disseminating research results through publications, scientific meetings, 
and public
outreach at The Land Institute
** Assisting with insect laboratory colonies
** Assisting with field research at The Land Institute, as needed
** Participating in education and outreach programs sponsored by The Land 
Institute
(facility tours, Prairie Festival, seminars, etc.)

The position will be for 2 years with a possible 3rd year extension.  Desired 
start date is January 7, 2019 (negotiable).  Candidates should have 
successfully defended their dissertation before the start date and have a 
proven track record of publication in agroecology, plant-insect interactions, 
plant-mycorrhizal interactions, or a closely related discipline.  Flexibility, 
good oral and written communications skills, and the ability to work with a 
wide variety of people (scientists and non-scientists) are required.

Desired, but not required, skills include any of the following: Conducting 
whole-plant insect bioassays, root staining and counting AMF colonization, RNA 
extraction, education or public outreach, grant writing, conducting field 
research or working outdoors, working with annual and perennial plants, rearing 
insects, growing plants in the greenhouse, experience with multivariate 
statistics.

The Land Institute, founded in 1976, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to 
developing perennial grains and increasing diversity in agroecosystems to 
transform agricultural from having a degenerative to a regenerative 
environmental impact.  Located next to the Smoky Hill River outside of Salina, 
Kansas, our 670-acre station includes a research farm, laboratory facilities 
for plant genetics, pathogen, pest, and soils research, and two greenhouses.  
Our research staff has collaborative research projects with 14 land-grant 
institutions throughout the United States, and also collaborates with over 20 
international institutions on six continents.

Interested applicants should provide a single pdf file containing a cover 
letter, CV, contact information for 3 references, and up to 3 published 
manuscripts.  Please email your application packet to Ebony Murrell at 
murr...@landinstitute.org.  Questions about 
the position may be sent to the same address.  Application review will begin on 
November 9th, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled.

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Tennessee Division of Natural Areas Natural Heritage Botanist

[David Lincicome]

This is an announcement for a full-time botanist position with the Tennessee 
Natural Heritage Program.

The position will be open from Oct 31 to Nov 13, 2018.

This Tennessee Natural Heritage Program Botanist position will assist with the 
division’s efforts to protect and conserve native plant species while serving 
as the division’s liaison with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service by 
coordinating endangered, threatened, and at-risk plant species recovery 
projects and the state’s ginseng program. The position will report to the 
Natural Heritage Program Manager in the Bureau of Parks and Conservation 
Division of Natural Areas. The position is based in Nashville, Tennessee.

The position opens on October 31, 2018. All interested candidates should submit 
applications via the Tennessee Department of Human Resources for the position 
TDEC-Environmental Consultant 3 at 
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/tennessee/default.cfm

The position will remain posted until November 13, 2018. Candidates who meet 
the minimum qualifications will then receive supplementary questions to answer 
within five business days.


Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation
TDEC-Environmental Consultant 3 (Natural Heritage Botanist)
Division of Natural Areas
https://www.tn.gov/environment/program-areas/na-natural-areas.html
Annual Salary Range: $56,832 – $90,901

About the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC)
The department is responsible for:
• Safeguarding the health and safety of Tennessee citizens from environmental 
hazards,
• Protecting and improving the quality of Tennessee’s land, air, and water, and
• Managing the system of 56 Tennessee State Parks and 85 Natural Areas
TDEC has approximately 3,200 employees supported by a total budget of more than 
$400 million
with funding from dedicated fees and state parks revenue, federal sources, and 
the state general
fund. The Department is the chief environmental and natural resource regulatory 
agency in
Tennessee with delegated responsibility from the U.S. EPA to regulate sources 
of air pollution,
radiological health issues, solid and hazardous waste, underground storage 
tanks, water pollution,
water supply, and groundwater pollution. TDEC has eight regional offices 
serving as the primary
point of contact for their respective regions.

Summary & Distinguishing Features
The Environmental Consultant 3 will serve as a Natural Heritage Program 
Botanist and will assist
with the division’s efforts to protect and conserve native plant species while 
serving as the division’s
liaison with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service by coordinating endangered, 
threatened, and at-risk
plant species recovery projects and the state’s ginseng program. The position 
will report to the
Natural Heritage Program Manager in the Bureau of Parks and Conservation 
Division of Natural
Areas. Based in Nashville, this position is may require some overnight travel.

Duties and Essential Functions
• Design, conduct and analyze plant conservation projects, using surveys, 
monitoring and
basic conservation biology research.
• Assist with the review and compilation of the state’s rare plant list, the 
maintenance of plant
species and natural community records in the natural heritage database, and the 
ecological
restoration and management of rare plant species habitats.
• Conduct field work and plant conservation projects in difficult terrain or 
habitat.
• Write grant proposals and conduct grant project management.
• Guide the assessment and ranking techniques process as it applies to the rare 
flora of a
specific region.
• Communicate with a variety of conservation partners and maintain excellent 
working
relationships. Serve as a resource of information for these business partners.
• Utilize working knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping 
software and
Global Positioning System (GPS) units.
• Operate various types of equipment used for plant conservation.
• Conduct written and verbal public outreach related to plant conservation 
including
publishing articles, serving as a guest speaker to external stakeholders, or 
partnering with
specific Tennessee State Parks to provide public interpretive programs.

Competencies
• Working knowledge of the ecological concepts and flora of the Eastern United 
States,
Endangered Species Act, Lacey Act, CITES, and related laws.
• Familiar with conservation issues in Tennessee or the region.
• Experience with assessment and ranking techniques applied to the rare flora 
of a state or
region, statistical methods and the display of data and analytical results, and 
databases used
to track rare species locations.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to organize complex projects, data, 
files, and records.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to write technical reports and 
correspondence.
• Experience guiding or implementing habitat management.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, 

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - Part-time Youth Trail Team Supervisor and Environmental Educator at SCA Seattle

[Hannah Jo King]

*SCA 2019 Youth Trail Crew Leader Positions Announced*

Interested in taking care of the land while educating the next generation of 
conservation leaders? Join the Student Conservation Association (SCA) as a 
Seattle Youth Trail Crew Leader in 2019! The SCA already anticipates 200+ 
leader positions for the summer and school year of 2019 - both in the 
Seattle area and throughout the rest of the country.

Benefits: $15/hour, paid leadership and work-skills training, breakfast and 
lunch included, the opportunity to work outside every day!

Location:Seattle, WA
Program Dates: December 2018 - May 2019
Mandatory Paid Training Dates:December 7th, 8th & 9th
Schedule: Part-time, up to 20-30 hours/month

Qualifications:
• Must have proven experience working with youth, preferably in an outdoor/ 
team-based or teaching setting
• Must have strong interest in working with and mentoring urban youth
• Outdoor living skills, and experience with conservation work
• Proven ability to manage complex logistics in an organized fashion
• Fluency/proficiency in a second language highly desirable
• Must have ability to legally work in the US
• Valid driver’s license for 3+ years and MVR that meets SCA standards 
required
• Ability to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards
• Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, 
exposed to the elements and must occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or 
more
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must be able to attend mandatory Crew Leader training: December 7th-9th
• Must possess current First Aid and CPR certifications, Wilderness First 
Aid preferred
• Must have personal housing arrangements in program city

Primary Responsibilities:
• Co-lead field based projects, such as trail building, invasive removal and 
habitat restoration
• Teach environmental education curriculum
• Mentor youth in job readiness and personal development
• Create a fun and productive atmosphere for crew members

To Apply: Visit http://thesca.force.com/members to create a profile, 
complete the basic application and then select the Leader Application when 
prompted. Please be sure to upload your cover letter, resume and at least 
two (2) professional references. Once your application is complete, please 
email lead...@thesca.org with the position of interest listed in the subject 
line so we may review your application.

SCA is an EOE dedicated to workforce diversity.
For more information about SCA, visit us at www.theSCA.org

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: 2-Year Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Species Distribution Models

[Garrett Street]

Hello EcoLoggers,

The Quantitative Ecology and Spatial Technologies Laboratory at 
Mississippi State University is seeking qualified candidates for a post-
doctoral research position in the field of species distribution modeling 
for rare and at-risk species for the purpose of informing at-risk 
species management at state and regional levels in the United States.

This 2-year term limited position will be funded from 2 January 2019 
through 31 December 2020. Salary will be $45,900 per year, including a 
full benefits package, with the possibility of extension pending 
acquisition of additional extramural funding. The Post-Doctoral 
Associate will be based out of the Quantitative Ecology and Spatial 
Technologies Lab in the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and 
Aquaculture at Mississippi State University in Starkville, Mississippi.

In addition to project duties the candidate will be expected to take a 
leadership role in the MSU QuEST lab, which includes but is not limited 
to mentorship of graduate and undergraduate researchers, involvement in 
lab research projects, coordination of lab meetings, leadership on lab-
generated publications, as well as development and curation of lab 
website content.

Minimum Qualifications:

The Postdoctoral Associate must hold a Ph.D. in wildlife and fisheries 
science, natural resource management, biological science, environmental 
science/management, or other related fields. The candidate must have 
some combination of the following skills: spatially explicit species 
distribution modeling, landscape conservation, and computer programming. 
Expertise with geographic information systems (GIS) and other related 
software applications and technologies is also required, and a general 
background in quantitative ecology and biostatistics will be viewed 
favorably. The candidate must also have excellent oral and written 
communication skills, be self-motivated, and able to work effectively 
both independently and as part of a cross-agency team.

Preferred Qualifications:

A Ph.D. in wildlife and fisheries science, natural resource management, 
biological science, environmental science/management, or other related 
fields. The preferred candidate will also have experience compiling and 
conducting QA/QC on state-level wildlife and fisheries datasets, working 
with sensitive species data (T species or Species at Risk), developing 
large-scale species and ecosystem models, and extrapolating models to 
watershed-level spatial datasets. The preferred candidate will have an 
understanding of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service At-Risk Species 
efforts, state wildlife diversity programs, and state natural heritage 
programs. Additional expertise in other species modeling (e.g., Maxent, 
GAM, GBM, GLM), urbanization and climate change predictive modeling, and 
GIS software applications (e.g., Google Earth Engine, ERDAS Imagine, 
ENVI, GRASS, QGIS, etc.) is considered a valuable asset for this 
position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Expertise with geographic information systems (GIS) and other related 
software applications and technologies is also required, and a general 
background in quantitative ecology and biostatistics will be viewed 
favorably. The candidate must also have excellent oral and written 
communication skills, be self-motivated, and able to work effectively 
both independently and as part of a cross-agency team.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

This position may require some travel to stakeholder meetings and to 
present research findings at regional and/or national conferences 
(approximately 2-4 overnight trips during the year).

Restricted Clause:

Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding. 

Instructions for Applying:

Applications must include: 1) cover letter, 2) resume or Curriculum 
Vitae, 3) one-page statement of interest and expertise, 4) contact 
information for three references, and 5) academic transcripts, 
Applicants must complete an application through the MSU HRM website 
(http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/cw/en-us/job/497830/postdoctoral-
associate), but should also email a copy of the cover letter and 
resume/CV directly to kristine.ev...@msstate.edu and gms...@msstate.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will 
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, 
religion, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), 
national origin, disability status, age, sexual orientation, genetic 
information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic 
protected by law. We always welcome nominations and applications from 
women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion 
for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our 
student population.

Garrett M. Street
Assistant Professor – Wildlife, Fisheries, and Aquaculture
Mississippi State University
Treasurer – 

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - Environmental Biologist Specialist at Kentucky Division of Water

[Colin Arnold]

The Kentucky Division of Water’s mission is to manage, protect, and 
enhance the quality and quantity of the Commonwealth’s water resources 
for present and future generations through voluntary, regulatory, and 
educational programs. Our organization presents an opportunity for you 
to make a difference in the waters of Kentucky through an exciting and 
collaborative environment.

This position is an excellent opportunity to gain water quality 
monitoring experience and in-depth knowledge of Kentucky streams through 
extensive travel and field work. Field work will include the collection 
of macroinvertebrate, diatom, fish, and water samples, primarily from 
March through September, with an emphasis on the collection of benthic 
macroinvertebrates. During the fall and winter, this position will be 
focused on picking and identifying aquatic macroinvertebrates in a 
laboratory setting. Additional responsibilities include entering and 
managing field and laboratory data.

Monitoring goals associated with this position include assessing and 
reporting on the health of the waters of the Commonwealth, evaluating 
the effectiveness of water quality improvement projects, and responding 
to incidents such as harmful algal blooms in recreational waters of the 
state.

Previous experience in collecting and/or identifying benthic 
macroinvertebrates is preferred. Experience with aquatic ecology, fish 
or algae collection and identification, general taxonomy, water 
sampling, or field work is beneficial. Important skills include 
attention to detail and data management.

Responsibilities typically include, but are not limited to, the 
following: 
•   Collecting water and biological samples (macroinvertebrates, 
pathogens, diatoms, and/or fish) in streams and rivers according to 
standard operating procedures. 
•   Sorting and identifying benthic macroinvertebrate samples and 
analyzing E. coli samples. 
•   Entering and managing field and laboratory data. 
•   Assisting with data analysis, reporting, and water quality 
assessments. 
•   Assisting with the review and development of monitoring project 
study plans. 
•   Participating in workgroups and meetings that may involve 
developing or updating water quality monitoring policies and procedures.
The Division of Water offers flexibility in work schedules, time away 
from the desk, and a chance to network with a wide range of like-minded 
professionals. If you are interested in a rewarding career with the 
Division of Water, we would love to review your application. 



JOB TITLE: Environmental Biologist Specialist 
PAY GRADE: 14
SALARY: $35,246.40
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time, Eligible for Overtime Pay|18A|37.5hr/wk 
HIRING AGENCY: Energy & Environment Cabinet - Dept for Environmental 
Protection
LOCATION: 300 Sower Blvd
Frankfort, Kentucky, 40601
United States



REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:
Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in a 
biological, environmental or natural science, which includes at least 
thirty credit hours in the biological sciences.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
One year of professional experience in research, environmental impact 
assessment, or related environmental program areas, or requisite skills. 
The experience, training, or skills requirement cannot be met with only 
requisite skills.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
NONE



For more information and to apply, please visit the following link:

http://bit.ly/2zsPNFj

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[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement posting for ECOLOG-L@listserv.umd.edu

[Lindsay Chiquoine]

Job announcement

Ecology- Research Technician position open, October-December 2018

The Applied Ecology Laboratory at the University of Nevada Las Vegas is
hiring for a full-time to part-time field and laboratory technician
position October through December. Specifically, the position requires
full-time for October to accommodate travel for a fall field schedule and
part-time for November and December, which will be split between laboratory
and field work. Housing is currently available for October only.

A successful applicant should have at least a Bachelor’s degree in biology
or environmental science or a related degree, or equivalent years'
experience, and a desire to expand field and laboratory experience working
with an applied ecology laboratory. Botany experience not required,
although suggested. Field experience required. Training will be provided
for laboratory studies.

Duties include:

- assist with data entry and laboratory analyses, including
dendrochronology, greenhouse studies, and soil analyses

-field data collection at research sites in Arizona, New Mexico,
California, and southern Nevada

-assist with implementing field studies at sites in southern California

Vehicles will be provided for local and out-of-state travel. Per diem
applies to specific out-of-state projects only.

Please contact Lindsay Chiquoine with a statement of interest, resume or CV
and two references, or to request more information.

Lindsay Chiquoine
lindsay.chiquo...@unlv.edu
*abellaappliedecologylab.wordpress.com/
<http://abellaappliedecologylab.wordpress.com/>*

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement: Small mammal project assistant (disease ecology)

[Patricia A. Jones]

Research the dynamics of mammalian communities and the relationships 
between mammals, ticks, oak trees, and Lyme disease.  Location is the Cary 
Institute of Ecosystem Studies in New York’s Hudson River Valley.  Duties 
include live-trapping small mammals, taking blood, urine, and fecal 
samples, reliably recording trapping data, sampling abundance of ticks, 
tree seed collection, and seedling surveys within eastern deciduous forest 
plots. Early morning, late afternoon, and occasional weekend hours are 
required.

Position reports to Dr. Richard S. Ostfeld.

Qualifications:

Prior experience handling small mammals is highly desirable.

Employment:

Employment may begin immediately, with an end date of approximately 
November 14, 2018. Jobs are full time, 35 hours/week. This is an hourly, 
non-benefitted position. Wage is commensurate with education and 
experience. On-site or nearby housing may be available. Finalist candidates 
will be required to complete a post-offer, pre-employment driving 
background check successfully. All candidates must be authorized to work in 
the U.S. Posting is open until August 10, 2018 or until filled.

To Apply:

Please submit job application via http://www.caryinstitute.org/who-we-
are/jobs and include a single PDF file consisting of a letter of 
application, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of 
three professional references. Be sure to cite Job Number 18002-I, "Mouse-
mast Project".  Review of applications will begin upon receipt.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - Environmental Biologist Specialist at Kentucky Division of Water

[Colin Arnold]

The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet presents an opportunity for 
you to make a difference in the waters of Kentucky through a fast paced, 
exciting, and collaborative environment. The Department for 
Environmental Protection, Division of Water's mission is to manage, 
protect and enhance the quality and quantity of the Commonwealth's water 
resources for present and future generations through voluntary, 
regulatory and educational programs. 

This position is part of a two-person Water Quality Branch team 
operating in the Madisonville Field Office. It is an excellent 
opportunity to gain water quality monitoring experience and in-depth 
knowledge of western Kentucky streams through extensive travel and field 
work. Monitoring goals include assessing and reporting on the health of 
the waters of the Commonwealth, evaluating the effectiveness of water 
quality improvement projects, and responding to incidents such as 
harmful algal blooms in recreational waters of the state. Previous 
aquatic experience such as the collection and/or identification of 
benthic macroinvertebrates, fish, or algae is beneficial. 

Responsibilities typically include, but are not limited to, the
following: 

•   Collecting water and biological samples (macroinvertebrates, 
pathogens, diatoms, and/or fish) in streams and rivers according to 
standard operating procedures. 

•   Entering and managing field and laboratory data. 

•   Working in an E. coli laboratory and sorting benthic 
macroinvertebrate samples based on family-level taxonomy. 

•   Assisting with data analysis, reporting, and water quality 
assessments. 

•   Assisting with the review and development of monitoring project 
study plans. 

•   Participating in workgroups and meetings that may involve 
developing or updating water quality monitoring policies and procedures. 

The Division of Water offers flexibility in work schedules, time away 
from the desk, and a chance to network with a wide range of like-minded 
professionals. If you are interested in a rewarding career with us, we 
would love to review your application.



JOB TITLE: Environmental Biologist Specialist 
PAY GRADE: 14
SALARY: $35,246.40
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time, Eligible for Overtime Pay|18A|37.5hr/wk 
HIRING AGENCY: Energy & Environment Cabinet
LOCATION: 625 Hospital Drive, Madisonville, Kentucky, 42431



REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:
Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in a 
biological, environmental or natural science, which includes at least 
thirty credit hours in the biological sciences.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
One year of professional experience in research, environmental impact 
assessment, or related environmental program areas, or requisite skills. 
The experience, training, or skills requirement cannot be met with only 
requisite skills.

For more information and to apply, please visit the following link and 
search for req274:

http://bit.ly/2KbnI7r

Advertisement Closes 8/10/2018

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - Environmental Biologist at Kentucky Division of Water (closes 08/10)

[Colin Arnold]

The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet presents an opportunity 
for you to make a difference in the waters of Kentucky through a fast 
paced, exciting, and collaborative environment. The Department for 
Environmental Protection, Division of Water's mission is to manage, 
protect and enhance the quality and quantity of the Commonwealth's water 
resources for present and future generations through voluntary, 
regulatory and educational programs. 

This position is part of a two-person Water Quality Branch team 
operating in the Madisonville Field Office. It is an excellent 
opportunity to gain water quality monitoring experience and in-depth 
knowledge of western Kentucky streams through extensive travel and field 
work. Monitoring goals include assessing and reporting on the health of 
the waters of the Commonwealth, evaluating the effectiveness of water 
quality improvement projects, and responding to incidents such as 
harmful algal blooms in recreational waters of the state. Previous 
aquatic experience such as the collection and/or identification of 
benthic macroinvertebrates, fish, or algae is beneficial. 

Responsibilities typically include, but are not limited to, the 
following: 

•   Collecting water and biological samples (macroinvertebrates, 
pathogens, diatoms, and/or fish) in streams and rivers according to 
standard operating procedures. 

•   Entering and managing field and laboratory data. 

•   Working in an E. coli laboratory and sorting benthic 
macroinvertebrate samples based on family-level taxonomy. 

•   Assisting with data analysis, reporting, and water quality 
assessments. 

•   Assisting with the review and development of monitoring project 
study plans. 

•   Participating in workgroups and meetings that may involve 
developing or updating water quality monitoring policies and procedures. 

The Division of Water offers flexibility in work schedules, time away 
from the desk, and a chance to network with a wide range of like-minded 
professionals. If you are interested in a rewarding career with us, we 
would love to review your application.



JOB TITLE: Environmental Biologist Specialist
PAY GRADE: 14
SALARY: $35,246.40
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time, Eligible for Overtime Pay|18A|37.5hr/wk
HIRING AGENCY: Energy & Environment Cabinet - Dept for Environmental 
   Protection
LOCATION:  625 Hospital Drive
   Madisonville, Kentucky, 42431
   United States



REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:
Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in a 
biological, environmental or natural science, which includes at least 
thirty credit hours in the biological sciences.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
One year of professional experience in research, environmental impact 
assessment, or related environmental program areas, or requisite skills. 
The experience, training, or skills requirement cannot be met with only 
requisite skills.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
NONE

For more information and to apply, please visit the following link and 
search for req274:

http://bit.ly/2LGWQli

Advertisement Closes 8/10/2018

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - DC Tree Inventory & Invasive Species Fall Team Leader at SCA

[Hannah Jo King]

Conservation Begins Here.

The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America’s #1 conservation 
service organization seeks qualified applicants to lead, educate, and 
inspire young adults for the DC Tree Inventory & Invasive Species Fall.  

Program Dates: August 23-November 16, 2018
Training: Alumni SCA Leader Preferred (N/A)

Primary Responsibilities:

The first 3 weeks will be spent working with the DC based non-profit Casey 
Trees. The crew will be surveying trees that Casey Trees has planted for 
the past 16 years and assess their growth, health and other environmental 
factors.  Casey Trees will provide an in-person inventory technical 
training at the start of the program for the team. The fourth week of the 
program will be spent in Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. The crew will work to 
maintain trails and ponds within the park. The next 8 weeks the crew will 
work in George Washington Memorial Parkway and Wolf Trap doing invasive 
species management and removal. The team will receive chainsaw 
certification as a part of the program and use this skill to remove large 
invasive throughout the park. The crew will be comprised of 5 young adult 
members and 1 crew leader. 

Specifically, the leader will:
•   Act as a Crew Manager guiding crew dynamics and facilitating 
teamwork
•   Function as a Technical Advisor assisting in training corps members 
to complete   quality work
•   Serve as a Partnership Representative managing relationships with 
agency partner and ensuring successful and timely completion of work 
projects
•   Perform tasks as a Program Administrator by communicating with SCA 
staff, completing documentation and managing a budget

Qualifications:
•   Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
•   Must have ability to legally work in the US.
•   Valid driver’s license and MVR that meets SCA standards required
•   Ability to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards
•   Previously led with SCA or comparable leadership experience
•   Current First Aid and CPR certification required by the start of 
training
•   Experience working with youth or young adults, teaching in an 
educational environment a plus
•   Experience with conservation work skills or related skills 
preferred – i.e. trail maintenance, trail construction, chainsaw, 
carpentry, landscaping, and gardening
•   Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per 
day, exposed to the elements and most occasionally lift and/or move 40 
pounds or more
•   Must be able to find housing in the Washington, DC metro area

Compensation: $625/week total salary, chainsaw training included

To Apply: Visit http://thesca.force.com/members to create a profile, 
complete the basic application and then select the Leader Application when 
prompted. Please be sure to upload your cover letter, resume and at least 
two (2) professional references. Once your application is complete, please 
email lead...@thesca.org with the position of interest listed in the 
subject line so we may review your application.

SCA is an EOE dedicated to workforce diversity.

View Position Online: https://www.thesca.org/dc-tree-inventory-invasive-
species-fall-team-leader

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - Wolf Trap and National Capital Park East Team Leader at SCA

[Hannah Jo King]

Conservation Begins Here.

The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America’s #1 conservation 
service organization seeks qualified applicants to lead, educate, and 
inspire young adult members for the Wolf Trap and National Capital Parks 
East team.

Program Dates: September 3- December 21, 2018
Training Dates: Alumni SCA Leaders Preferred (N/A)

Primary Responsibilities:

The first 4 weeks the crew will be working in Wolf Trap Center for the 
Performing Arts. The crew will be working to restore picnic area within the 
park by removing old picnic tables and building new ones. The remaining 10 
weeks will be spent working within the National Capitol Parks East region. 
The crew will be performing basic trail maintenance throughout the park. As 
a part of the position crew members and leader will receive chainsaw 
training. The crew will be responsible for clearing large trees and other 
debris in the park. The crew will be comprised of 5 young adult members and 
1 crew leader. 

Specifically, the leader will:
•   Act as a Crew Manager guiding crew dynamics and facilitating 
teamwork
•   Function as a Technical Advisor assisting in training corps members 
to complete   quality work
•   Serve as a Partnership Representative managing relationships with 
agency partner and ensuring successful and timely completion of work 
projects
•   Perform tasks as a Program Administrator by communicating with SCA 
staff, completing documentation and managing a budget

Qualifications:
•   Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
•   Must have ability to legally work in the US.
•   Valid driver’s license and MVR that meets SCA standards required
•   Ability to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards
•   Previously led with SCA or comparable leadership experience
•   Current First Aid and CPR certification required by the start of 
training
•   Experience working with youth or young adults, teaching in an 
educational environment a plus
•   Experience with conservation work skills or related skills 
preferred – i.e. trail maintenance, trail construction, chainsaw, 
carpentry, landscaping, and gardening
•   Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per 
day, exposed to the elements and most occasionally lift and/or move 40 
pounds or more
•   Must be able to find housing in the DC metro area

Compensation: $625/week total salary, chainsaw training included

To Apply: Visit http://thesca.force.com/members to create a profile, 
complete the basic application and then select the Leader Application when 
prompted. Please be sure to upload your cover letter, resume and at least 
two (2) professional references. Once your application is complete, please 
email lead...@thesca.org with the position of interest listed in the 
subject line so we may review your application.

SCA is an EOE dedicated to workforce diversity.

View Position Online: https://www.thesca.org/wolf-trap-and-national-
capital-park-east-team-leader

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - SCA/TNC Fire Preservation Corps Project Leader

[Hannah Jo King]

Conservation Begins Here.

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) seeks qualified applicants to 
lead, educate, and inspire young adults for the Preservation Fire Corps. 
Under supervision of The Nature Conservancy, the crew will conduct 
prescribed burns, prepare fire lines, and complete other conservation 
tasks. The leader will work and live with a crew of 4-5 members (18+) that 
have been recruited from JobCorps programs. These crew members will come 
from diverse backgrounds and many will not have fire experience. In 
addition to having strong conservation work skills, we are looking for a 
leader that is emotionally mature and can motivate and inspire crew 
members.

Program Dates:  Jan – May 2019
Training Dates: Jan 2019
Program Location: Southern Region

Primary Responsibilities:
•   Act as a crew leader for four to five young adults (18+) to inspire 
and teach crew members, promote healthy group dynamics, and facilitate 
effective and productive teamwork;
•   Function as a technical advisor, assisting in training corps 
members to complete quality work with guidance and direction from The 
Nature Conservancy supervisor;
•   Serve as a partnership representative managing relationships with 
the agency partner and ensuring successful and timely completion of work 
projects;
•   Perform tasks as a program administrator by communicating with SCA 
staff, completing documentation and managing a budget; and
•   Work variable hours (long days and/or weekend), at remote 
locations, on dicult and hazardous terrain, in varying weather 
conditions, and under physically demanding circumstances.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
•   Current Red Card certification with 1 – 2 years of fire and 
ecological land management experience;
•   Experience managing crews of young adults in an outdoor setting and 
working with environmental agencies to plan and complete a project;
•   Ability to operate various types of equipment in a safe and 
ecient manner (e.g. chainsaw, tractor, two-way radio, etc.);
•   Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, land 
management and natural resource preservation;
•   Ability to complete tasks independently with respect to 
timeline(s);
•   Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g.; Word, 
Excel, Web browsers); and
•   Clear communication via written, spoken and graphical means.

Minimum Qualifications:
•   Must be a minimum of 21 years of age;
•   Must have ability to legally work in the US;
•   Valid driver’s license and MVR that meets SCA standards required;
•   Ability to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards;
•   Must be able to attend mandatory Crew Leader training: Jan 2019;
•   Current First Aid and CPR certification required by the start of 
training;
•   Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per 
day, exposed to the elements and most occasionally lift and/or move 40 
pounds or more

Compensation: $600/week total salary, housing and food are provided.

To Apply: Visit http://thesca.force.com/members to create a profile, 
complete the basic application and then select the Leader Application when 
prompted. Please be sure to upload your cover letter, resume and at least 
two (2) professional references. Once your application is complete, please 
email lead...@thesca.org with the position of interest listed in the 
subject line so we may review your application.

SCA is an EOE dedicated to workforce diversity.

View Position Online: https://www.thesca.org/tnc-fire-preservation-corps-
project-leader

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - Veteran Fire Corps Project Leader at SCA

[Hannah Jo King]

Conservation Begins Here.

The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America’s #1 conservation 
service organization seeks qualified applicants to lead, educate, and 
inspire young adults for four Veterans Fire Corps fall teams. *You do not 
need to be a veteran to apply.

Program Dates:  September 4th – November 16th, 2018
Training Dates:  August 13th – 31st, 2018
Locations: Black Hills National Forest (2), Nebraska National Forest  
Grasslands (1), and Medicine Bow – Routt National Forest (1)

Primary Responsibilities:

This leader will supervise teams of five veteran members working in 
partnership with the US Forest Service to complete fire/fuels management 
work. The Veteran Fire Corps provides recent-era veterans with training, 
credentials and experience they need to competitively pursue wildland fire 
and/or forestry careers. Projects may include but are not limited to: 
hazardous fuels reduction, hand-puling of slash, constructing fire line in 
pre-fire preparation of prescribed burn units, collecting fuel inventory 
data, FIREWISE educational outreach, trail maintenance, timber marking, 
wildlife surveys, and fence construction. Project work and schedules vary 
depending on region and season.

Qualifications:
-Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
-Must have ability to legally work in the US
-Valid driver’s license and MVR that meets SCA standards required
-Ability to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards
-Must be able to attend mandatory Project Leader training: August 13th – 
17th (location TBD)
-Current Wilderness First Aid (Wilderness First Responder preferred) 
certification & CPR required by the start of the training
-Experience supervising young adults and groups in an outdoor setting
-Experience with conservation work skills or related skills, preferred  
i.e. trail maintenance, trail construction, chainsaw, carpentry, 
landscaping, and gardening
-Ability to pass the Wildland Firefighters arduous pack test
-Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 10 hours per day, 
exposed to the elements and must occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or 
more
-Preferred: previous fire or veteran programming experience
-Preferred skill set: Experience leading veterans or fire crews, S212 
federal chainsaw certification, “red card” (Firefighter Type 2) 
certification, forestry, geography, GIS, range management, outdoor 
education and/or related subjects, plant identification, map & compass 
skills, camping skills, enthusiasm for the outdoors, and a sense of 
adventure.

Compensation: Weekly salary starts at $600/week paid bi-weekly, travel 
to/from the site, most housing and food provided.

To Apply: Visit http://thesca.force.com/members to create a profile, 
complete the basic application and then select the Leader Application when 
prompted. Please be sure to upload your cover letter, resume and at least 
two (2) professional references. Once your application is complete, please 
email lead...@thesca.org with the position of interest listed in the 
subject line so we may review your application.

View Position Online: https://www.thesca.org/veteran-fire-corps-project-
leader

SCA is an EOE dedicated to workforce diversity.
For more information about SCA, visit us at www.theSCA.org

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - USACE GIS/Trail Corps Project Leader at SCA

[Hannah Jo King]

Conservation Begins Here.

The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America’s #1 conservation 
service organization seeks qualified applicants to lead, educate, and 
inspire 4 students for the US Army Corps of Engineers GIS program.  

Program Dates:  August 12, 2018 – May 6, 2019
Training Dates: July 25 – August 1, 2018
Location: Little Rock, AR & Nashville, TN

Position Description:

The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) recreation areas receive some of the 
highest visitation of any areas in the federal system. In 2012 legislation 
was passed which directed USACE to update the geospatial databases for 
those recreation areas. This updated information is crucial for the proper 
allocation of federal road improvement dollars, as well as accurately 
informing the public about the recreation facilities present at each USACE 
recreation area.  The USACE GIS Program is a partnership with SCA that 
began in 2016 to fulfill that legislative mandate. The team will be use 
hand held GPS devices to verify the accuracy of USACE roads, trails, 
buildings, and other features. Once that information is collected it is 
passed along to USACE staff for further processing and integration into 
their databases.

In addition to the primary duty of GIS data collection, this team will 
design and carry out conservation service projects. This an opportunity to 
interact with USACE rangers, project managers, and volunteers while 
exploring new skills and undertaking tasks that will impart lasting 
benefits to recreation sites. Past projects included constructing 
backcountry campsites, environmental education outreach, improving fish 
habitat, and trail maintenance.

Qualifications:
-Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
-Must have ability to legally work in the US.
-Valid driver’s license and MVR that meets SCA standards required
-Ability to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards
-Must be able to attend mandatory Project Leader training: July 25 – August 
1, 2018
-Current First Aid and CPR certification required by the start of training
-Experience working with young adults (18-25), teaching in an educational 
environment a plus
-Experience with GPS data collection and ESRI Arc software
-Experience with conservation work skills or related skills preferred – 
i.e. trail maintenance, trail construction, chainsaw, carpentry, 
landscaping, and gardening
-Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, 
exposed to the elements and most occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or 
more
-Housing is provided for the duration of the program

Compensation: $750/week total salary, benefits eligible, housing provided

To Apply: Visit http://thesca.force.com/members to create a profile, 
complete the basic application and then select the Leader Application when 
prompted. Please be sure to upload your cover letter, resume and at least 
two (2) professional references. Once your application is complete, please 
email lead...@thesca.org with the position of interest listed in the 
subject line so we may review your application.

View Position Online: https://www.thesca.org/us-army-corps-engineers-gis-
project-leader

SCA is an EOE dedicated to workforce diversity.
For more information about SCA, visit us at www.theSCA.org

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - WildCorps Desert Restoration Project Leader at SCA

[Hannah Jo King]

Conservation Begins Here.

The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America’s #1 conservation 
service organization seeks qualified applicants to lead, educate, and 
inspire four students for the WildCorps program.

Program Dates:  September 16th, 2018 – March 16th, 2019
Training Dates:  September 2nd – September 8th, 2018 (tentative)
Program Location: Crew housing in the Yucca Valley, CA area. Crew projects 
will be field based in often primitive camping locations. 

Program Description:

WildCorps is a unique part of SCA’s Desert Restoration Corps (DRC) which is 
a partnership between SCA and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The crew 
will be based in southeastern California and travel to various worksites 
throughout the California Desert District to work on projects. Projects may 
include: water, wildlife, and resource monitoring; invasive species 
monitoring and management; trail work and assessment; fence 
construction/removal; trail maintenance; public outreach events, and Off-
Highway Vehicle (OHV) restoration.

Field-life is rugged, and members should expect to live without 
electricity, running water, and cell phone reception during the field-based 
hitches of up to 10 days in length. Members will typically have 3-5 days 
off between hitches. The crew will have housing in the Yucca Valley, CA 
area, which will be a base of operations for their project. 

Primary Responsibilities:

Responsible for daily management and supervision of a Conservation Corps 
project in either a backcountry or front-country site with members 18  
older. Manage member and group safety and development while working on 
conservation projects. Represent SCA on-site and coordinate with Agency 
partner on designated project(s).

-Act as a Crew Manager guiding crew dynamics and facilitating teamwork
-Function as a Technical Advisor assisting in training corps members to 
complete quality work
-Serve as a Partnership Representative managing relationships with agency 
partner and ensuring successful and timely completion of work projects
-Perform tasks as a Program Administrator by communicating with SCA staff, 
completing documentation and managing a budget

Qualifications:
-Experience working with young adults 18-25 years old, teaching in an 
educational environment a plus
-Experience with conservation work skills or related skills preferred – 
i.e. habitat restoration, trail maintenance, trail construction, chainsaw, 
carpentry, landscaping, and gardening
-Current Wilderness First Responder and CPR certification required by the 
start of training
-Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
-Must have ability to legally work in the US.
-Valid driver’s license and MVR that meets SCA standards required
-Ability to meet SCA’s criminal background check standards
-Must be able to attend mandatory Crew Leader training: September 2-8, 2018
-Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, 
exposed to the elements and most occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or 
more

Compensation: $600/week total salary, paid biweekly and benefits eligible. 
Housing and field-based meals provided. Tents and group gear provided.

To Apply: Visit http://thesca.force.com/members to create a profile, 
complete the basic application and then select the Leader Application when 
prompted. Please be sure to upload your cover letter, resume and at least 
two (2) professional references. Once your application is complete, please 
email lead...@thesca.org with the position of interest listed in the 
subject line so we may review your application.

View Position Online: https://www.thesca.org/wildcorps-project-leader

SCA is an EOE dedicated to workforce diversity.
For more information about SCA, visit us at www.theSCA.org

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement: Aquatic Ecology Technician - USGS

[Hitt, Nathaniel]

*Aquatic Ecology Technician*

The USGS Leetown Science Center, Kearneysville, WV USA (
https://www.lsc.usgs.gov/) seeks a full-time contractor for 1) supporting
fish and stream habitat assessments at remote field locations within
Shenandoah National Park, Virginia; 2) supporting research at our
experimental stream laboratory; and 3) providing data input and summary
assistance. This is a one-year term appointment scheduled to begin in July
or August 2018. The USGS Leetown Science Center is within the scenic and
historic Potomac and Shenandoah River valleys, and located near
Shepherdstown, WV, about 70 miles west of Washington DC.

The position includes a benefits package. Interested applicants should send
their resume and a letter of interest to Dr. Craig Snyder, csny...@usgs.gov,
by 10 July 2018.

___
*Nathaniel (Than) P. Hitt PhD*
USGS Leetown Science Center
11649 Leetown Road
Kearneysville, West Virginia USA 25430
304-724-4463
*https://www.usgs.gov/staff-profiles/nathaniel-hitt
*

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement: Aquatic Ecology Technician, USGS, Kearneysville, WV

[Kelly Maloney]

Aquatic Ecology Technician, USGS, Kearneysville, WV

The Aquatic Biology Branch within the USGS Leetown Science Center,
Kearneysville, WV USA (https://www.lsc.usgs.gov/?q=aquatic-ecology-branch),
seeks a full-time contract General Biologist to support projects centered
on spatial modelling of fish habitat and stream health throughout the
Chesapeake Bay Watershed.   The Leetown Science Center is within the scenic
and historic Potomac and Shenandoah River valleys, and located near
Shepherdstown, WV, about 70 miles west of Washington DC.

Required skills include experience working with large geospatial data sets,
and scripting in Python and R.  Knowledge of the NHDplus database is a plus
but not required.  A BS in biology, ecology, geography or related field is
required and a MS degree is preferred.  The position is a full-time
contract and includes a benefits package.  Interested applicants should
send their resume and a letter of interest to Dr. Kelly O. Maloney,
kmalo...@usgs.gov by 01 July 2018.

[ECOLOG-L] JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: GS-12 USFWS I Data Manager - Northeast Region, CLOSES 6/21/2018

[Rachel Katz]

 *Position: *Supervisory Data Manager for U.S. Fish and Wildlife*, *National
Wildlife Refuge System , Inventory and Monitoring Initiative

*APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 21, 2018*

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Wildlife Refuge System,
Division of Natural Resources and Conservation Planning in Hadley, MA has
an exciting opportunity for the right person to join us as our Inventory
and Monitoring (I) Team Data Manager. This interdisciplinary position
will be leading a team of *geospatial and data management experts* that
support our I program.* The I effort at the national and regional
levels provides data and analysis on fish, wildlife, and ecological
processes that we use to inform our conservation and management decisions*.



Please share this announcement widely! The links to the job announcements
are below.

Open to the public:

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/501748900

Current or former federal employees:

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/501749100

*As the Inventory and Monitoring Team Data Manager, duties will include,
but are not limited to the following:*

   - Develop and perform the operations necessary to support *geographic
   spatial analysis, database management, and statistical needs* for high
   priority projects.
   - Serve as the *systems analyst expert *and conduct needs analysis to
   determine system requirement and specifications for designing, maintaining,
   and improving existing applications and complex databases that bridge
   multiple workspaces.
   - *Design systems and programs for the conversion, management, analysis,
   and display of geographic data* utilizing computer graphics equipment.
   - Perform as the *lead analyst in researching and adapting new
   techniques *for inclusion in complex data management and GIS application
   software.
   - Perform I needs analysis to interpret the need for *geospatial and
   remote sensing support*; evaluate alternative approaches to accomplish
   project objectives using appropriate technologies, *determine the
   feasibility and cost effectiveness* of each alternative, making
   recommendations and working with refuge staff and others to develop the
   best conceptual approach to reaching I goals.
   - *Supervise a professional team* in a variety of scientific database
   management and I studies and programs.



*AREA INFORMATION:*

Hadley, MA in the beautiful Connecticut River Valley of western
Massachusetts has a mix of rural flavor and easy access to big city
amenities. Nearby Northampton is one of the best arts communities in the
country. Five prestigious colleges and several community colleges are
located close to our 200- employee Regional Office Headquarters building.
We have a partnership with the University of Massachusetts, whose buildings
are visible from our office. The Connecticut River and many smaller rivers
and lakes have boating and fishing. New York City is 3 hours to the south,
and Hadley is mid-way between Boston and Albany, both approximately 2 hours
away.

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns regarding
this position.
-Rachel Katz

-- 
Rachel Katz, PhD
rachelak...@gmail.com

Website: http://rachelakatz.wix.com/home
Follow me on twitter: @rachelakatz 

><º>·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸.·><º>

rachel_k...@fws.gov
Biometrician/Quantitative Ecologist
US Fish and Wildlife Service

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Temporary Marin Biological Monitor/Technician (Wildlife + Bats)

[Lisette Arellano]

Temporary Marin Biological Monitor/Technician (Wildlife + Bats)

The Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy is the nonprofit support partner of 
the Golden Gate National Parks-84,000 acres of national parkland throughout the 
Bay Area, including Muir Woods, Ocean Beach, Crissy Field, and Alcatraz. The 
Parks Conservancy is a membership organization created to preserve the Golden 
Gate National Parks, enhance the experiences of park visitors, and build a 
community dedicated to conserving the parks for the future. One Tam is the 
community initiative of the Tamalpais Lands Collaborative (TLC) in Marin - a 
partnership of the National Park Service, California State Parks, Marin County 
Parks, Marin Municipal Water District and the Parks Conservancy. The TLC 
combines the expertise and resources of its partners to ensure the long-term 
health of Mt. Tamalpais by advancing efforts to restore ecosystems, improve 
trail corridors, enhance visitor services, expand education and stewardship 
programming, and inspire community support through volunteerism and 
philanthropy.

Position Overview
The Biological Monitor Technician (Technician) is responsible for implementing 
two wildlife monitoring projects in support of the Parks Conservancy's 
Stewardship and Conservation Programs in Marin and in partnership with the One 
Tam agency partners, National Park Service (NPS), California Department of 
Parks and Recreation (CDPR), Marin Municipal Water District (MMWD), and Marin 
County Open Space District (MCOSD). This position will conduct monitoring for 
wildlife using camera traps, and monitoring for bats using acoustic detectors 
and radio telemetry. Duties include field data collection, data entry and 
management, project coordination with agency partners and consulting 
researchers, computer-based mapping, and support for report preparation. 
Additionally, the Technician is responsible for helping recruit, train, and 
provides in-field supervision of volunteers and interns performing wildlife 
monitoring activities in coordination with Program Manager. This is a full-time 
temporary position starting mid-April through September 2018. The position is 
based out of the San Rafael One Tam office, with extensive daily travel to 
field sites and some extended overtime and weekend hours.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  *   Works with Program Manager, Parks Conservancy Resource Conservation and 
data management staff, agency partners, contract biologists, and volunteer 
program managers to coordinate all monitoring activities.
  *   Conducts field monitoring activities for the Marin Bat Monitoring project 
including deploying and maintaining acoustic monitoring equipment and 
participating in radio tracking of bats to locate and characterize roost 
locations.
  *   Participates in the Marin Wildlife Picture Index project by installing 
and checking wildlife camera traps.
  *   Conducts habitat assessments at bat roost sites including quantifying 
vegetation characteristics.
  *   Enters all monitoring data onto pre-defined data sheets, records all 
monitoring locations using tablets and GPS units and supports QA/QC of 
completed data.

  *   Assists with scheduling and provides training to volunteers and staff in 
coordination with Program Manager.
  *   Assists with the preparation of documents and reports as needed.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  *   Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science preferred with 1 year experience 
in wildlife monitoring including familiarity with camera traps, radio 
telemetry, and acoustic bat detection. Experience handling bats and current 
rabies vaccination is a plus.
  *   Proven experience working independently in remote locations performing 
field survey work.
  *   Experience with working in partnership with federal, state and local 
agencies.
  *   Experience conducting habitat assessments.
  *   Competent use of Microsoft Office, especially including Word, Excel, 
Access, and PowerPoint.
  *   Familiarity with ArcGIS and mobile mapping technology.
  *   Experience driving 4wd truck in rugged, remote locations.
  *   Has worked directly with, trained or managed volunteers, considers and 
respond appropriately to the needs and capabilities of different people in 
different situations; is tactful, and treats others with respect; relates 
effectively to others when encountering difficult situations.
  *   Motivated, speaks clearly and effectively, is thoughtful, persuasive; 
writes clearly and informatively; varies writing style to meet needs.
  *   Demonstrates attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness.
  *   Pitches in and contributes to achieving group goals; supports everyone's 
efforts to succeed; balances team and individual responsibilities.
  *   Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; can clearly explain reasoning for 
decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; demonstrates 
persistence and overcomes obstacles; takes calculated risks to 

[ECOLOG-L] JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: Research Assistant and Office Manager with Mountain Studies Institute - CO

[Jeremy May]

Hello all,

Mountain Studies Institute (MSI) is an independent not-for-profit mountain 
research and education center established in 2002 in Silverton, Colorado. 
MSI develops science that people can use to address environmental issues 
facing the San Juan Mountains. We conduct and facilitate research, provide 
educational opportunities and internships, and conduct environmental 
monitoring. Our mission is to empower communities, managers, and 
scientists to innovate solutions through mountain research, education, and 
practice.

MSI is looking for a motivated and dedicated individual to become MSI’s 
Silverton lead field technical and office manager. The position will be a 
hybrid of both field and office support to help MSI with our ongoing field 
work related to ground water and mine hydrology efforts in the Upper 
Animas watershed and Bonita Peak Mining District. This position will be 
split between field and office tasks.

For the full position description, visit our webiste: 
http://www.mountainstudies.org/careers/

Thank you!

Mountain Studies Institute
Silverton, Colorado
mountainstudies.org

[ECOLOG-L] JOB ANNOUNCEMENT--Invasive Species Biologist temp position at Patuexent Research Refuge

[Sandy Spencer]

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: 

Invasive Species Biologist
Patuxent Research Refuge (US Fish and Wildlife Service)
Temp Position, 20 weeks, full time, M-F 8-4:30
April 16-30 start (flexible)
$360/week
Housing provided on National Wildlife Refuge in Laurel
Knowledge of vegetation communities, native & non-native
   plants of mid-Atlantic preferred
Will train in invasives ID and control

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  MARCH 31 2018

Send letter of interest, resume, and 3 refs to:

Sandy Spencer
Supv Wildlife Biologist
Patuxent Research Refuge
12100 Beech Forest Road, Suite 138
Laurel, Md  20708
301 497 5587
sandy_spen...@fws.gov

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Herbarium Collections Manager at the Univ. of Tennessee

[Jessica Budke]

Our current collections manager, Dr. Victor Ma, will be retiring this
summer. Below is a job advertisement for a new Herbarium Collections
Manager to fill his position at the TENN herbarium in the Ecology and
Evolutionary Biology Department at the University of Tennessee - Knoxville.


Please share the advertisement widely with your colleagues and students.


Thank you,

Jessica


J. M. Budke, PhD

Assistant Professor and Herbarium Director (TENN)

Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

University of Tennessee

Knoxville, TN 37996




Herbarium Collections Manager

Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Tennessee -
Knoxville


Description

The TENN herbarium is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented
individual to join our department as the Herbarium Collections Manager.
This key team member oversees the day-to-day management, preservation, and
accessibility of our plant and fungal biodiversity collection, which
includes specimen curation, record keeping, and monitoring specimen
inflow/outflow. In addition, the Herbarium Collections Manager leads a team
of undergraduate students and volunteer assistants with specimen curation
and scientific outreach projects. The Herbarium Collections Manager reports
to the TENN Herbarium Director, Dr. Jessica M. Budke, and collaborates with
the Director and Curators to plan and implement herbarium goals,
priorities, and programs.



The TENN herbarium houses over 600,000 plant and fungal specimens and is
one of the largest collections in the southeastern United States. The Herbarium
Collections Manager supports research in the herbarium focusing on
taxonomy, systematics, invasive species, conservation of rare plants/fungi,
and field botany/mycology.  For more information on our collection,
see the TENN
herbarium website - http://tenn.bio.utk.edu/



*Duties and Responsibilities*

Will include but are not limited to:

1. Oversee the day-to-day management, preservation, and accessibility
of this biodiversity collection, which includes specimen curation, record
keeping, and monitoring specimen inflow/outflow.

2. Hire, train, schedule, and supervise members of the public as
herbarium volunteers and undergraduate student curation technicians to
carry out tasks such as label making and mounting, filing, imaging,
databasing, and georeferencing specimens.

3. Respond to inquiries from members of the university community,
visiting scientific researchers, governmental and consulting agencies, and
members of the public.

4. Perform outreach and science communication through herbarium social
media pages/feeds.

5.   Conduct tours for visiting scholars, students, and the public.

6. Manage the TENN website to share plant information with internet
users worldwide.

7. Upload data to and manage online databases containing information on
specimens in the TENN collection.

Qualifications

1. Master’s degree or PhD from an accredited university in Plant
Sciences, Botany, Ecology, Biology, Horticulture, or related field is
required.

2. Previous herbarium/botanical experience (1-3 years) is required.

3. Knowledge of botanical museum principles, practices, and procedures
is required.

4. Strong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to lead a
team of volunteer and student assistants to complete collection management
projects are required.

5. Sound reasoning, analytical thought, attention to detail, creativity,
 high levels of organization, and innovation in solving minor problems that
occur day to day are required.

6. Proficiency with computer software (e.g., Word, Excel, Photoshop,
Dreamweaver) is required.

7. Ability to learn new programs to manage and maintain
websites/databases as needed.

8. Previous experience with plant/fungal taxonomy and knowledge of
plant/fungal families and genera are preferred.

9. Excellent verbal and written communication, including experience
communicating through social media (i.e., Twitter, Facebook), is preferred



This is a full-time (12-month), permanent position with health and
retirement benefits. Initial appointment for one year starting July 2018,
with extension pending positive performance evaluations. Salary
commensurate with education and experience.



Please submit a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three
references as a single document when applying. Application review will
begin April 19, 2018 and continue until the position is filled. To be
considered, all applications must be submitted online. https://ut.taleo.net/
careersection/ut_system/jobdetail.ftl?job=1800DM=GMT-04%3A00


Job

  Academic and Instructional Support
Primary Location

  USA-Tennessee-Knoxville
Organization

  Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Schedule

  Full-time

 *Campus/Institute *Knoxville

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement: Researcher in ecological modeling

[Anders Mårell]

Job announcement
Title: Researcher in ecological modeling on "The consideration of large
wild ungulates in an integrated territorial approach" (f/m) in Nogent-
le-Vernisson (45), France

Description
Irstea is the National Research Institute of Science and Technology for 
Environment and Agriculture. It focuses on three main social challenges: 
sustainable management of land and water, natural hazards and  
environmental quality. Within the framework of French and European 
research, the Institute carries out research in support of public 
policies and in partnership with industry. It employs 1,550 people 
across nine regional centres in France.

The Forest Ecosystems Research Unit (EFNO) located in Nogent-sur-
Vernisson is composed of about forty researchers,engineers and 
technicians. The research carried out mainly deals with lowland forest 
ecosystems and silvicultural management
practices favorable to the preservation of forest biodiversity.

Your mission will be to design and apply dynamic models of plant-
herbivore interactions that allow studying the sustainability of managed 
forest ecosystems. You are a modeler capable of integrating different 
abiotic and biotic interactions modulated by the abundance and species 
composition of large ungulates, notably through herbivory, physical-
chemical changes in the soil and plant seed dispersal. Sensitivity 
analysis of the modeling work will make it possible to identify the 
parameters that determine forest dynamics (regeneration and plant 
communities). The modeling work will finally test different forest-
ungulate scenarios for an integrated approach to the effects of large 
wild ungulates at the scale of the territory.

The research position is expected to consolidate and enhance with his 
disciplinary skills the research of the team FONA on the effects of 
large wild ungulates on the forest ecosystem. The activities will 
reinforce intra and inter team collaborations within Irstea (DTGR in 
Grenoble), particularly on aspects of forest renewal and biodiversity 
conservation. This work will benefit from a wellestablished national 
partnership on behavioral ecology (CEFS), population dynamics of large 
ungulates (LBBE and ONCFS) and their effects on biodiversity (CEFE). 
International relations focus on integrated ecosystem management 
(Université Laval & SLU), effects on regeneration (FURN & IUFRO WP 
1.01.12) and the role of wild ungulates in plant dispersal (University 
of Trier, Ghent and Warsaw, ALTER-Net).

Abilities
Holder of a PhD in applied modelling or ecology, you have solid 
knowledge in ecosystem modeling (functioning and dynamics) and ecology 
(interactions between plants and herbivory). Thematic knowledge on 
forest ecosystems, ecology of large herbivores and biotic interactions 
would be appreciated. You have great writing skills, good oral 
communication skills, work skills in a multidisciplinary team and master 
the English language perfectly.

Contacts
Anders MÅRELL – Researcher, team leader FONA - anders.mar...@irstea.fr + 
33 238 95 04 53
Frédéric ARCHAUX – Assistant Regional Director - Director of the 
Research Unit EFNO - frederic.arch...@irstea.fr -
+ 33 238 95 66 79

How to apply
Application form can be obtained :
- on the website: www.irstea.fr link "Nous rejoindre" and then link 
"concours externes"
- or by contacting the recruitment centre: conco...@irstea.fr - +33 140 
96 60 37 or 60 91

Full application should be submitted before April 12th 2018 and sent to:
Irstea
Direction des Ressources Humaines et des Relations
Sociales – Pôle RMDC
1 rue Pierre-Gilles de Gennes CS 10030
F-92761 ANTONY Cedex

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement with BitLink inserted

[Ebony Murrell]

Research Technician (Crop Protection Ecology)

Location: Salina, KS
Department: Research
Status: Exempt, Full-time, 40 hr/wk
Report to: Crop Protection Ecologist
Effective Date: Negotiable, ideally 5/1/2018
Compensation: Competitive with median salary for the region

Does the idea of bringing the "ecology" to "agroecology" appeal to you? Would 
you like to be part of a network of really interesting people who are 
revolutionizing row crop agriculture?  Most of all, do you enjoy playing with 
insects, plants, and soil?  If your answer to these questions are "YES," then 
consider applying for our Research Technician in Crop Protection Ecology at The 
Land Institute!

Founded in 1976, The Land Institute is a non-profit organization whose mission 
is to develop perennial grain agricultural systems.  The Crop Protection 
Ecology lab is devoted to managing crop pests and beneficial insects within 
these systems using a variety of sustainable approaches, including building 
healthy soils to improve plant health, increasing plant diversity to promote 
natural enemy and pollinator abundance, and establishing new management 
strategies for pests unique to our perennial grain crops.

Duties will include:

  *   Rearing and maintaining colonies of pest and beneficial insects, such as 
aphids, lepidopterans, lady beetles, and honey bees
  *   Collecting field samples for long- and short-term research projects at TLI
  *   Identifying insect specimens from field collections (training will be 
provided if needed)
  *   Training and overseeing summer interns in data collection and field plot 
management procedures
  *   Preparing and shipping soil, plant, and insect samples for analyses
  *   Entering and updating data in spreadsheets
  *   Assisting with greenhouse studies
  *   Periodically assisting with research projects conducted by other TLI 
researchers when needed

Education Requirements:

  *   BS degree in Biology, Ecology, Entomology, Agronomy, or a related field, 
plus 1 or more years' experience as a research technician (or equivalent 
position).  1+ years' experience conducting independent research as an 
undergraduate OR a Master's degree may be substituted for postgraduate research 
technician experience.

Other Requirements:

  *   Computer literacy, especially proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
  *   Good oral and written communication skills
  *   Experience and ability working outdoors
  *   Observe safety and security procedures; use equipment and materials 
properly.
  *   Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
  *   Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; look for ways to improve and 
promote quality.
  *   Ability to work well with others throughout the organization to build 
positive teamwork.
  *   Prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently.
  *   Consistently at work and on time; punctual; ensure that work 
responsibilities are covered when absent.
  *   Follow policies and procedures; complete administrative tasks correctly 
and on time; support organization's goals and values.
  *   Willing to adjust schedule to meet the demands of the organization.

Desired Skills:

  *   Experience rearing insects in a laboratory setting
  *   Taxonomic proficiency with common row crop pest and pollinator species
  *   Experience collecting insects in the field using any one or more of the 
following techniques: sweep net, light traps, sentinel traps, pitfall traps, or 
sticky cards
  *   Previous experience managing students, interns, or other adult workers

For the official job posting and more information about The Land Institute, 
visit http://bit.ly/TLIPostRT

Please email your CV/Resume and contact information for three references to Dr. 
Ebony Murrell, murr...@landinstitute.org.  
Review of applications will begin March 9, 2018 and will continue until the 
position is filled.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Gila Native Plant Nursery manager

[Melanie Tluczek]

 The Gila Watershed Partnership is looking for an innovative and
team-oriented manager for the Gila Native Plant nursery, a greenhouse and
nursery dedicated to providing native plants and seeds for numerous
restoration and education projects.

The Nursery Manager is responsible for building the capacity of the Gila
Native Plant Nursery as well as managing the daily operations. The position
requires the management of inters and volunteers, maintenance of
facilities, and horticultural responsibilities. The Nursery Manager will
ensure the availability of container stock for numerous ecological
restoration projects, carry out the nursery business plan, and work to
expand the customer base and retail inventory.


Click here for a full job description

.

The Gila Watershed Partnership  offices are located
in Safford, Arizona, a small, friendly city on the edge of the Sonoran
Desert and nestled in the shadow of Mount Graham. Safford and the Gila
Valley offer numerous outdoor recreation opportunities, natural hot
springs, and vibrant local festivals.

*To apply, please send cover letter, resume, and 3 references to Melanie
Tluczek, Executive Director at **mela...@gwpaz.org* * by
February 28th, 2018.*


-- 


Melanie Tluczek
Executive Director
Gila Watershed Partnership
*Please note new office number*: 928-348-4462
Cell: 602-909-3713

[image: GWP Logo]

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Data Scientist Position

[Sarah McCord]

Dear Colleagues,

The Jornada Experimental Range is seeking applicants for a Data Scientist 
position with a focus on managing Long-Term Agroecosystem Research Network 
(LTAR) databases in support of research activities for the National Wind 
Erosion Research Network. Duties include:
•   Establish and maintain metadata, quality assurance, and quality 
control protocols for ecological, sediment transport and meteorological 
databases.
•   Develop a database system that enables integration of National Wind 
Erosion Research Network data with national ecological monitoring databases 
maintained by e.g., the Bureau of Land Management and Natural Resources 
Conservation Service. 
•   Maintain and ensure quality of databases.
•   Develop data extraction tools to couple monitoring databases with 
aeolian sediment transport models.
•   Support data entry, analysis and reporting of monitoring data and 
related model data products.

Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, informatics, 
computer science, or other quantitative field (e.g., physical sciences) and 
five (5) years of professional experience related to the duties as outlined. 
Solid command of computer software/applications such as Python, R, Microsoft 
Access, SQL, ArcGIS, etc. Ability to effectively evaluate, prioritize, and 
solve complex situations and multitask. Ability to effectively establish and 
manage projects. Possess strong organizational skills and be detail 
oriented. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively collaborate with 
co-workers across multiple partner agencies.

Preferred Qualifications
We seek a highly collaborative Data Scientist with experience in 
ecoinformatics and big data management. Preference will be given to 
candidates who have completed coursework in one or more programming 
languages and/or focussing specifically on data manipulation and analysis. 
Fieldwork and data collection experience are desirable. Successful 
applicants should be highly motivated and creative. They should be willing 
to work independently and as a part of a diverse and multi-disciplinary 
team.

Appointment
This appointment is wholly or partly funded by extramural funds (e.g., 
grant) which is renewed under provisions set by the granter. Employment will 
be contingent upon performance and continued receipt of funding. This is a 
full-time appointment based at the Jornada Experimental Range in Las Cruces, 
New Mexico, USA. The Jornada Experimental Range is a USDA-ARS laboratory 
located on the New Mexico State University campus. The incumbent would 
therefore be expected to work closely with both USDA and NMSU employees.

Salary and Benefits
The position will be hired at the level of Program Manager, Sr.

To Apply
Interested individuals should submit applications at: 
https://jobs.nmsu.edu/postings/30488 

Additional information
Contact Dr. Nicholas Webb (nw...@nmsu.edu) 

http://winderosionnetwork.org 

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement- Laukahi Hawaii Plant Conservation Network Coordinator

[Matthew Keir]

Aloha!

Laukahi: The Hawai‘i Plant Conservation Network is seeking a new
Coordinator.

Laukahi is a nonprofit entity that operates under guidance from an elected
Advisory Council and employs a Network Coordinator to lead the planning,
fundraising, project development, coordination, and collaborative work of
the Hawaiʻi Plant Conservation Network.

Title: Laukahi Network Coordinator
Type: Full-time
Compensation : Minimum annual salary of $60,000 with full benefits
Location : H.L. Lyon Arboretum, O‘ahu, Hawai‘i, occasional travel required
Employer : The Hawaiʻi Conservation Alliance Foundation
Application Deadline : Review of applications will start on February 19,
2018
Application Instructions : Email cover letter, résumé, & contact
information for 3 references: su...@hawaii.edu
Please see the full job announcement here:
http://laukahi.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Laukahi-Network-Coordinator_20180119.pdf

Thank you,

-- 
Matthew Keir

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Leadership Coordinator

[Jennifer Kelley]

The Organization for Tropical Studies (OTS) is a nonprofit consortium of 
nearly sixty universities and research institution worldwide. OTS was 
founded to provide research and leadership in research, education and 
responsible use of natural resources in the tropics. OTS works to 
sustain our tropical ecosystems, by driving scientific discovery and 
knowledge, by enriching human perception of nature and by enhancing 
worldwide policy actions in the tropics. OTS has offices in the U.S., 
Costa Rica and South Africa and operates research stations in Costa Rica 
(Las Cruces, La Selva and Palo Verde) and Kruger National Park in South 
Africa (Skukuza Science Center, a partnership with South African 
National Parks and Nsasani Trust).

OTS is hiring a Leadership Coordinator to support the President & CEO. 
You will report directly to the President & CEO, and play a key role in 
ensuring the success of the President’s office. You are energetic, 
thoughtful, positive and creative, willing to roll up your sleeves to 
get the job done, whatever it may be, while keeping things hyper-
organized. You are flexible, strategic, thrive at multi-tasking in a 
fast-paced environment, while also paying exquisite attention to detail. 
You are collaborative and are always willing to go the extra mile. You 
are a good writer.  You have the maturity, professionalism and 
confidence to function as a liaison to the Board of Directors and to the 
senior staff leadership team.  Finally, you are excited about tropical 
ecology.

Whether you are interested in a career enabling executives and 
organizations to be successful or whether you see this as an opportunity 
to learn up close and have an impact on research, education and 
conservation in tropical ecosystems, this position could be for you. 

Key Responsibilities

Executive Support

Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the President & 
CEO including managing an extremely active calendar of appointments; 
completing expense reports; arranging (and re-arranging) complex and 
detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; scheduling and managing 
conference calls involving multiple time zones; creating and compiling 
documents for meetings and to facilitate decisions by the President & 
CEO.

Edits documents and composes and prepares correspondence that is 
sometimes confidential.

Coordinates and ensures the CEO's schedule is followed and respected. 
Proactively manages the CEO’s time effectively, delegating meetings to 
others as appropriate. 

Plans and manages logistics and organizes documents for Board meetings, 
which are held both domestically and internationally.

Communicates directly, and on behalf of the President and CEO, with 
board members, donors, member institution representatives and others, on 
matters related to CEO's programmatic initiatives.

Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns 
addressed to the President, including those of a sensitive or 
confidential nature. Determines appropriate course of action, referral, 
or response.

Works closely and effectively with the CEO to keep her well informed of 
upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately. 
Acts as a "barometer," having a sense for the issues taking place in the 
internal and external environment and keeps her updated.

Provides leadership both internally and externally, to build 
relationships crucial to the success of the organization, and manages a 
variety of special projects for the President, some of which may have 
organizational impact.

Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, 
proactively, and follows-through on projects to successful completion, 
often with deadline pressures.

Relevant Experience, Skills and Abilities

Required (critical to successful job performance.  Applicants not 
meeting required skills may not be hired)

• 3-5 years of Executive Assistant experience, or experience in a 
similar role supporting senior leaders
• Undergraduate degree
• Professional demeanor and ability to exercise discretion
• Highly organized, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, manage 
and keep track of multiple requests and projects and adapt to urgent 
requests and changes in priorities
• A strategic thinker who anticipates future opportunities and 
consequences, thinks innovatively and can organize chaos into a coherent 
plan
• Ability to evaluate risks and opportunities, uses analytical and 
problem-solving skills and takes initiative and drives for results
• Highly skilled in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Creative Suite 
(especially InDesign), social media web platforms, distance 
communication and meeting technology, and ability to learn new 
applications quickly
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills

Preferred

• Fluency in Spanish would be a big plus
• Personal interest in tropical ecosystems, international research, 
education and conservation
• Knowledge and 

[ECOLOG-L] JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: Southwest Seed Partnership Coordinator - Santa Fe, NM

[Shawn Stone]

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT:  Southwest Seed Partnership Coordinator, Santa Fe, NM

Applications due by February 1, 2018

The Institute for Applied Ecology (IAE) is a nonprofit organization whose
mission is to conserve native species and habitats through restoration,
research and education.  Our Southwest Program works in New Mexico and
Arizona.  We cultivate partnerships to facilitate large-scale, regional
conservation projects, develop ecologically appropriate sources of native
seed, provide native species education opportunities and materials, and
conduct on-the-ground habitat restoration and applied research. 

IAE SW seeks to hire a Southwest Seed Partnership Coordinator with
exceptional communication skills and a background in botany, crop science,
restoration, ecology, or related field to lead a multi-regional seed
program.  The goal of the Southwest Seed Partnership (SWSP) is to increase
the supply and diversity of appropriate native plant materials by
coordinating the needs of restoration partners and facilitating the native
seed industry for the southwest. The SWSP is implementing the National Seed
Strategy.

Specific responsibilities include:  Make high quality native plant materials
available for restoration by leading several activities:  

Native seed collection
- Work with partners to develop target species lists.
- Supervise IAE NM seed crew and collection activities and help provide
direction and support to all SWSP seed teams.  Collect seed using Seeds of
Success (SOS) protocols. Coordinate with AZ partners and collection crews.
Properly store and clean seed. 
- Build accessions for grow-out.   Assess appropriate seed zones and
research needed working with geneticists and other researchers.

Native seed production
- Facilitation of production contracts
- Oversight of production fields in NM and AZ
- Support and expand the native seed industry for the southwest.
- Data organization and management: Coordinate with seed teams to manage
native seed collection and accessions data using physical records, Access,
and geodatabase.

SWSP Coordination
- Work with project funders (US Forest Service R3 and NM Bureau of Land
Management) and other stakeholders (public and private land managers,
conservation organizations, contractors, and native seed producers) to
address diverse restoration needs in NM and AZ.
- Facilitate 2 stakeholder meetings per year (NM & AZ) and help the
partnership reach consensus on important plant materials decisions. 
- Lead 1-4 subcommittees.
- Maintain content/design for the SWSP webpage/website.  Write reports,
newsletters, and give presentations. 
- Develop a strategic plan for the Southwest Seed Partnership to increase
capacity, create a budget and 5-year plan for collection and production, and
identify program benchmarks.

Write grant proposals to advance program goals and contribute to the
continuation of the Coordinator position.

Out-of-town travel (New Mexico and Arizona) and field work (up to 40% of the
time) may be required as needed to complete these tasks.  Overnight travel
is expected about 10-20 times per year.  Most trips would be to southern New
Mexico during summer months and may include periodic camping.

Minimum Qualifications:  
- Bachelor’s degree in biology/botany, agriculture, or related field with 2
years of experience.
- Outgoing, energetic, and flexible. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and
written communication skills. Experience working in groups, networking, and
engaging in public speaking and ability to effectively facilitate large
meetings.  Crew lead or supervisory experience.
- Highly organized.  Ability to manage multiple/complex objectives.  Able to
set priorities and take initiative.
- Knowledge and experience with native seed and plants, restoration, and
ecology.  Interest in working with farmers.
- Proficient with MS Office, especially Excel and Access.

 

Preferred Skills:
- Master’s degree plus 2 years of relevant experience
- Strong GIS skills
- Field experience working in southwest habitats and familiarity with the
flora.  Knowledge of southwest restoration needs and potential native seed
stakeholders
- Knowledge of the Bureau of Land Management SOS protocols and seed transfer
zone considerations
- Experience working with native seed producers and understanding of the
nursery trade and seed production at different scales
- Experience designing and implementing a research project
- Successful grant writing track record

Compensation and start date:
- The pay rate for this position will be $19-21 per hour depending on
experience.
- This is a full-time position (40 hour work week) and is eligible for IAE’s
competitive benefits package, including health insurance and 401k retirement
plan.
- Funding for this position is secured for one year of employment.  However
the position is intended to be long term and has a high probability of being
extended past one year, pending additional funding.
- Preference given to applicants who can s

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement: Aquatic Ecology Technician, USGS, Kearneysville, WV

[Kelly Maloney]

Aquatic Ecology Technician, USGS, Kearneysville, WV

The USGS Leetown Science Center, Kearneysville, WV USA (
https://www.lsc.usgs.gov/), seeks a full-time contract Research Technician
to support projects centered on spatial modelling of fish habitat and
stream health throughout the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.  Required skills
include experience working with large geospatial data sets, and scripting
in Python and R.  Knowledge of the NHDplus database is a plus but not
required.  A BS in biology, ecology, geography or related field is required
and a MS degree is preferred.  Interested applicants should send their
resume and a letter of interest to Dr. Kelly O. Maloney, kmalo...@usgs.gov by
18 January 2018.

[ECOLOG-L] JOB Announcement: Forest Technician, Summer 2018

[Stephanie Perles]

Job Opportunity:
Forest Monitoring Technicians
Summer 2018

The Pennsylvania State University Department of Ecosystem Science and 
Management is hiring a seasonal technician to collect forest monitoring 
data in eight national parks in Pennsylvania and West Virginia, 
including the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, New River 
Gorge National River, and Gauley River National Recreational Area. This 
work is part of a long-term monitoring program that provides park staff 
with crucial information on the condition of the parks’ vegetation and 
how this condition is changing over time. 

The position will begin in mid-May 2018 and continue for 12 – 15 weeks 
with compensation of $14-16 per hour depending on experience.  The 
technician will travel to and be housed in or near a national park each 
week.  Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed. 

Demonstrated experience in forest ecology, meticulous data collection 
skills, strong work ethic, and positive attitude are required.  
Applicants should enjoy working outdoors in a variety of conditions and 
be able to identify common trees and shrubs of Pennsylvania and West 
Virginia. Applicants must be able to follow complex detailed field 
protocols and work as a member of a team.  The ability to hike long 
distances carrying a 25+ pound backpack and work long hours in adverse 
conditions (e.g. steep terrain, hot/humid weather, stinging/biting 
insects, irritating plants) and in remote field sites is a must.  
Applicants should be able to navigate in the woods by compass and using 
GPS. Additional tasks may include data entry and quality control of 
data. 

To apply, please send: 1) a brief cover letter, 2) a resume, and 3) 
contact information for three references in a single Word or PDF 
document to Stephanie Perles [sjp16 at psu dot edu] by February 2, 2018.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Director of Finance & Operations

[Amy Gladding]

The Walker Basin Conservancy, a Nevada-based nonprofit organization, is seeking 
a full-time Director of Finance & Operations.



POSITION TITLE: Director of Finance & Operations

STATUS: Full Time

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

POSITIONS REPORTING TO THIS POSITION: Half Time Staff Accountant

LOCATION: Reno, Nevada with travel to WBC's Yerington, NV office and other 
locations within the Walker Basin.

BACKGROUND: Established in 2014, the Walker Basin Conservancy (WBC) is leading 
the effort to restore and maintain Walker Lake while protecting agricultural, 
environmental and recreational interests in the Walker Basin 
(www.walkerbasin.org). The dynamic nature of the 
WBC and its diverse management obligations provide unique opportunities to 
develop operations from the ground level up, working closely with staff who are 
passionate about their mission. The WBC team is comprised of approximately 
18-20 employees that increases up to 30 during our field season.
WBC manages a complex real property acquisition program, acquiring land, water 
and related interests from willing sellers in the Walker Basin, for the benefit 
of Walker River and Lake.  In addition, WBC manages and implements significant 
restoration and stewardship activities on thousands of acres and multiple 
properties in the Walker Basin.  The ideal candidate will have the ability to 
be hands on as well as grow as this organization seeks and obtains additional 
funding sources and develops new programs and initiatives. The successful 
candidate will have proven ability to effectively communicate with all levels 
of the organization and primary business partners.
JOB PURPOSE: The Director of Finance & Operations, in close collaboration with 
the Executive Director and others, will be responsible for effective and 
efficient financial processes including: oversight of the general ledger, 
managing payroll, developing organizational budgets and developing processes 
for efficient financial operations, ensuring proper management of Federal funds 
and diversifying funding resources. The WBC's diverse management 
responsibilities provide opportunity for the Director of Finance & Operations 
to develop innovative financial solutions for complex organizational operations.

SHORT TERM POSITION GOALS:

* Identification and implementation (oversight of contractor) of new 
financial accounting software package including asset management inventory 
system

* Review and streamline accounting processes and procedures

* Develop cash flow projection model for multiple funding sources and 
organization as whole

* Coordinate A-133 Audit

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Finance, Accounting and Administration

  *   Oversee financial management, planning, systems and controls
  *   Oversee cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds as needed
  *   Oversee financing strategies and activities related to creation and 
maintenance of Long Term Assurance / Donor Directed Funds
  *   Prepare and/or review appropriate ledger entries and reconciliations
  *   Maintain the general ledger system
  *   Prepare and communicate monthly, quarterly and annual financial 
statements to Executive Director, Board of Directors, and Funders
  *   Ensure organizational compliance with generally accepted accounting 
principles (GAAP)
  *   Ensure proper management and oversight of federal funds under OMB Uniform 
Guidance
  *   Manage a significant and diverse asset portfolio
  *   Oversee payroll management including tabulation of accrued employee 
benefits
  *   Ensure maintenance of appropriate internal controls and financial 
procedures (e.g., procurement)
  *   Ensure timeliness, accuracy, and usefulness of financial and management 
reporting for federal and state funders, foundations, and board of directors
  *   Coordinate audits, including A-133 Audits, and proper filing of tax 
returns
  *   Manage negotiation of, and reporting under, complex grant agreements; 
respond to and coordinate with Finance Department of Sole Member Organization 
and major funders
  *   Support structuring and negotiation of complex real property acquisitions 
and funding arrangements
  *   Ensure legal and regulatory compliance regarding all financial functions
  *   Coordinate the development and management of budgets
  *   Develop short, medium, and long-term financial plans and projections
  *   Coordinate with and utilize existing predictive models and activity-based 
financial analyses to provide insight into the organization's operations and 
business plans
  *   Represent the organization to financial partners, including financial 
institutions, investors, foundation executives, auditors, public officials, etc.

Operations, Human Resources and Policy

* Work in consultative fashion with the leadership team in a fashion 
that supports the organizations culture, mission and core values

  *   Participate in 

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement: Postdoc for woodpecker demography study

[Rivers, James]

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER: WOODPECKER DEMOGRAPHY

Position Description
The Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society at Oregon State University is 
soliciting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to work in the laboratory 
of Dr. Jim Rivers (http://people.forestry.oregonstate.edu/jim-rivers/). The 
incumbent will lead a collaborative research project that is evaluating 
woodpecker demographic response to wildfire and forest management in the rugged 
and scenic Crater Lake area of southern Oregon. The primary research focus will 
be on collecting data on nest success and post-fledging survival and movement, 
with an emphasis on species of conservation importance (e.g., Black-backed 
Woodpecker). The development of additional research by the incumbent that 
enhances core project objectives is expected. The position involves extensive 
field work during the breeding season (April-August) in a remote location with 
the remainder of the year spent at Oregon State University. Appointment will be 
intended for a term of one (1) year, with renewal of an additional year based 
upon a satisfactory performance review and available funding. Start date is 
negotiable but no later than mid-March 2018. Salary is $48,000-$52,000/year 
(depending on experience) and position includes health insurance.

Minimum/ Required Qualifications
-  Ph.D. in ornithology, animal ecology, or a closely related field
-  Demonstrated competence in leading field studies of bird 
demographic rates (i.e., nest survival, post-fledging survival)
-  Demonstrated competence in planning, designing, executing, and 
coordinating research
-  Professional expertise in handling, tagging, and obtaining 
biological samples from wild birds
-  Experience quantifying space use of birds via VHF radio-tracking
-  Ability to traverse steep, rugged, and/or uneven terrain while 
carrying up to 25 pounds in all weather conditions
-  Computing skills including statistical software (e.g., R), 
spatial analysis software (e.g., ArcGIS, Google Earth), and database programs
-  Proficiency to independently write scientific publications for 
peer-reviewed journals
-  Strong communication skills, including excellent command of the 
English language, that allows for working effectively as a member of a research 
team

Preferred Qualifications
-  Experience conducting demographic research with forest-nesting 
woodpeckers
-  Proficiency with safe tree climbing practices
-  Knowledge and experience with forest management practices of the 
Pacific Northwest
-  A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity

Application Instructions
Applicants should create a single PDF or Word file that contains (1) a cover 
letter addressing qualifications as they relate to the specific duties and 
qualifications for the position; (2) a full-length curriculum vitae (CV); (3) 
the name and contact information (email and telephone) of three references who 
may be contacted; and (4) two examples of peer-reviewed publications; this 
document should be emailed to Dr. Jim Rivers (jim.riv...@oregonstate.edu) with 
"Woodpecker Postdoc Position" in the subject line. Applications will be 
accepted starting 12/18/2018 and will close on 01/24/2018 or until the position 
has been filled. Only those applications selected for consideration on a 
shortlist will be contacted and asked to provide letters of recommendation.

Oregon State University commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and 
diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity 
employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically 
underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, 
veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to 
help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

James W. Rivers, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Dept. Forest Ecosystems & Society
Oregon State University
Corvallis OR 97331-5752

Office: +1 541 737-6581
Forest Animal Ecology Lab: http://people.forestry.oregonstate.edu/jim-rivers/ 

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement: Field assistants for woodpecker demography study

[Rivers, James]

WOODPECKER FIELD ASSISTANTS (2) needed from mid-April-early August 2018 (start 
date is weather-dependent) for a large-scale study assessing how woodpecker 
demographic rates vary relative to wildfire and forest management activities. 
This work is being conducted in the lab of Dr. Jim Rivers at Oregon State 
University (http://people.forestry.oregonstate.edu/jim-rivers/) and will take 
place in the rugged and scenic Crater Lake area of Oregon, an area of 
exceptional woodpecker diversity. Field work will consist of early mornings, 
hiking alone in difficult terrain, and working long days under challenging 
field conditions (cold, rain, intense sun, loose rock, hazard trees), including 
some weekends. Primary duties will consist of conducting call playback surveys, 
locating and monitoring of woodpecker nests, climbing nest trees, using radio 
telemetry to measure juvenile survival (Black-backed Woodpecker only), 
surveying vegetation, undertaking regular data entry, and assisting with 
additional project-related duties as needed. Salary range is $2000-$2300/month 
based on prior experience; free US Forest Service housing and project-related 
transportation are also provided.

Successful applicants will have demonstrated experience with (1) bird 
identification by sight and sound, (2) nest-searching, (3) bird handling, (4) 
tracking tag attachment, and (5) VHF radio telemetry to quantify movement and 
habitat use; prior experience with woodpeckers is desirable but not necessary. 
They will also be self-motivated, have a strong work ethic, be in top physical 
condition, be able to work harmoniously in a group living situation, have a 
valid driver's license and clean driving record, and be able to maintain a 
positive disposition under difficult conditions.

To Apply: Email a single document that consists of (1) a cover letter outlining 
qualifications for the position, (2) a resume, and (3) the name, email, and 
phone number of 3 references to Dr. Jim Rivers (EM: 
jim.riversoregonstate.edu) with "2018 Woodpecker Field Assistant Position" 
in the subject line. Positions will be filled as qualified applications are 
received.

James W. Rivers, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Dept. Forest Ecosystems & Society
Oregon State University
Corvallis OR 97331-5752

Office: +1 541 737-6581
Forest Animal Ecology Lab: http://people.forestry.oregonstate.edu/jim-rivers/ 

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement: aquatic ecology technician

[Hitt, Nathaniel]

Job announcement: aquatic ecology technician

The USGS Leetown Science Center (Kearneysville WV) seeks a full-time
aquatic ecology technician to support research in population and community
ecology. Required skills include familiarity with stream biological
sampling methods, data management protocols, basic GIS, and statistical
analysis in R. A BS in biology or a related field is required, and a MS
degree is preferred. Applicants should send their CV and a letter of
interest to Dr. Nathaniel Hitt <nh...@usgs.gov> by December 31, 2017.
<https://profile.usgs.gov/nhitt>

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Two Field Technician Positions Studying Pollinator Communities in California Agriculture

[Kaysee Tom]

The Ponisio, McFrederick and Woodard Labs at UC Riverside are beginning a
new three-year study in the Central Valley of California asking how bees on
farms using pollinator-friendly practices (Bee Better Certified farms)
might experience 1) lower pesticide exposure, 2) lower parasite loads, and
3) higher nutrition, compared to those on conventional farms. The project
is in collaboration with the Hladik Lab at the USGS, Hillary Sardiñas the
creator of the Bee Better certification program, and Houston Wilson, UCR
tree crop extension specialist.

Two temporary field technician positions are available for approximately
2.5 months, starting around mid-January 2018 and ending around the end of
March. These two field technicians will join a team sampling pollinator
communities in almond orchards across California during February and March
2018. We will conduct hand-netting and stationary trapping of pollinator
species, focusing on native bees, butterflies, flies, and wasps. We are
also recruiting for a three-year position as a project/lab manager starting
around June 2018 and would be open to having one of our field technicians
stay on in this expanded role with additional lab responsibilities, if
interested (however, interest in this project/lab manager job is not a
requirement for the temporary field technician positions).

*Responsibilities*

   - Field monitoring and collection of pollinators
   - Processing insect specimens in the lab including pinning bees and
   labeling samples
   - Data entry into spreadsheets
   - Periodic monitoring of trap nesting surveys or other miscellaneous
   pollination experiments



*Required Qualifications*

   - Interest in botany, entomology, conservation biology and field ecology
   - Previous field or lab experience or coursework related to botany
   and/or entomology
   - Attention to detail (will be collecting and working with original data)
   - Highly motivated and able to work independently
   - Basic computer skills (Word, Excel)
   - Ability to work in field for long hours
   - Valid Drivers License



*Preferred Qualifications*
Bachelors degree in relevant field
Previous experience with pollinators, especially native bees and/or
monitoring other insect populations
Previous field experience in agricultural areas



*Salary & Benefits*The salary for this position is $2641- $3082 monthly,
depending on previous experience



*How to Apply*To apply submit the following to kathleen.c@gmail.com
with "Field Tech Application - YourLastName" as the subject line, e.g., "
Field Tech Application - Ponisio":

1) Cover letter describing your qualifications and interest in this position
2) C.V.
3) The names and contact information for 2-3 references

Please also specify whether you would be interested only in this temporary
position or if you would also like to be considered for the potential
expansion into a full-time project /lab manager position after the end of
the field season.



*About the Ponisio Lab*The Ponisio Lab is a new lab at the University of
California, Riverside. With continued degradation of ecosystems, we need to
know how to restore biodiversity, both for conservation and to ensure the
provision of essential services provided by nature. To manage and restore
diversity in human-modified systems, however, we need to understand the
mechanisms that originally maintained biodiversity. The Ponisio Lab studies
the mechanisms operating in complex systems, specifically ecological
communities, that underlie diversity maintenance.

The questions we are currently tackling are along these lines: 1) How do
the characteristics of communities affect interaction patterns? 2) How do
interaction patterns feedback to affect the characteristics of communities?
3) How can we design (restore) degraded communities to promote stability
and evolutionary potential (applying all the principles learned from the
above)?

[ECOLOG-L] FW: job announcement - Oregon Dept Fish and Wildlife

[Dennis Riecke]

FYI. Note new closing date.

Natural Resource Specialist 4 (Instream Flow 
Specialist)

**This posting has been reopened with a new close date of December 5,  2017**

Please contact Human Resources at 503-947-6051 with any questions.



Tim Hardin
Instream Flow Specialist
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
4034 Fairview Industrial Drive SE
Salem, OR 97302
ph. 503-947-6093
fax 503-947-6070
email:   tim.s.har...@state.or.us

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement: Conservation Science Coordinator Position, Missouri Botanical Garden

[Matthew Albrecht]

We are seeking a Science Coordinator (permanent position) in the Applied 
Plant Ecology and Conservation Lab at the Missouri Botanical Garden. Under 
the direction of Dr. Matthew Albrecht, this position will coordinate and 
implement scientific research projects and activities related to the 
population dynamics, restoration and reintroduction, and seed conservation of 
threatened plant species. The Science Coordinator will maintain scientific 
experiments in growth chambers and in natural communities throughout the 
south-central United States, including the Missouri Botanical Garden’s Shaw 
Nature Reserve. The position will also be responsible for maintaining ex situ 
seed collections of globally imperiled plants, managing day-to-day activities 
in CCSD’s Plant Conservation Science Lab with or without direct supervision, 
and coordinating relationships with collaborative partners and governmental 
agencies. 
  
For an overview of the Applied Plant Ecology and Conservation Lab, please 
see: https://plantconservation.weebly.com/

For a detailed job description and instructions for applying, please follow 
this link: https://missouribotanicalgarden.applicantpro.com/jobs/666328.html

[ECOLOG-L] FW: Job announcement: Instream Flow specialist for Oregon Dept. Fish and Wildlife

[Dennis Riecke]

ODFW’s Water Program is hiring an Instream Flow Specialist (NRS4) - Natural 
Resource Specialist 4 (Instream Flow 
Specialist)
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking to fill their state 
“Instream Flow Specialist” position and is inviting candidates to apply for the 
position.  This position will participate in a statewide effort to restore 
watersheds and recover fish and wildlife species.  The purpose of this position 
is to be the ODFW’s expert on water flow needs for fish and wildlife and 
provide the Department with the expertise to identify flow needs for fish and 
wildlife and their habitat. The State of Oregon follows the prior appropriation 
doctrine in allocating water and does have state statutes which allow for 
allocation of in-stream water rights.  The state holds “in trust” in-stream 
water rights on most major streams.  The successful candidate should have an 
understanding of the relationships between habitat needs of fish and wildlife 
and the physical nature of streams systems, stream flows, climate change, and 
the use and application of in-stream flow methodologies.  If you are interested 
in a challenging position assisting the State of Oregon in addressing water 
needs for fish and wildlife please submit an application.   The position will 
stay open until filled; the first review of applications will be on 11/2/2017.

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement: Senior Lecturer in Remote Sensing and Ecohydrology

[David Hamilton]

Senior Lecturer in Remote Sensing and Ecohydrology

The Australian Rivers Institute (ARI), Griffith University, Brisbane, 
has a full-time position available for an initial period of three years, 
to work collaboratively in the water sciences by providing high level 
technical and research expertise in remote sensing and ecohydrology, and 
supporting collaborative research within the Australian Rivers 
Institute. 

The position will transition after three years to a Senior Lecturer role 
in the Griffith School of Environment, with a requirement to develop, 
convene and teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Griffith University has a long-established reputation for research 
excellence in the environmental sciences, especially in relation to the 
water sciences. ARI was established in 2006 as one of the University's 
areas of strategic research investment. The Griffith School of 
Environment is a research and teaching element where staff, graduate and 
undergraduate students gain valuable training, inter alia, in the 
identification, management and remediation of human impacts on the 
environment. A holistic study of the environment with an emphasis on 
sustainability underpins the degree programs offered by the School.

The successful applicant will have completed a PhD in a relevant field 
with extensive research experience and leadership responsibilities in 
remote sensing and ecohydrology, will have demonstrated strengths and 
knowledge of diverse research approaches and methodologies and have a 
developing or existing academic profile. High level analytical skills 
will be essential in this role. The ideal candidate will have excellent 
interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work 
effectively within a team. 

Closing date: Friday, 8 September 2017 at 5 pm AEST.

Further information: please contact Professor Stuart Bunn, Director, 
Australian Rivers Institute via email: s.b...@griffith.edu.au

URLs: 
https://www.seek.com.au/job/34187565
griffith.edu.au/ari

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement for an Assistant Professor of Anthropology -- Sustainability and Community Engagement

[Fowler, Cynthia T.]

Assistant Professor of Anthropology
The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Wofford College invites 
applications for an Assistant Professor of Anthropology to start in late-August 
2018. This is a full-time, tenure track position with a 9-month renewable 
contract.
Applicants should hold a PhD in anthropology or related field by the 
appointment date.  Strong candidates will have strengths in both social theory 
and its application to real world scenarios.  We expect applicants to have 
substantial experience doing ethnographic fieldwork and participant observation 
with a strong commitment to public, participatory, and community work.  Strong 
candidates will have expertise in sustainability studies, placemaking, critical 
urban studies, and/or community engagement.

Tenure and promotion will be based on six areas: 1) teaching, 2) advising and 
mentoring, 3) service to the Wofford community, 4) community engagement, 5) 
publications, and 6) professional involvement.  Performance evaluations will be 
conducted by faculty in the Sociology and Anthropology Department, faculty 
peers on the Tenure Committee, and the Provost.

The new Assistant Professor will teach two undergraduate courses per semester 
plus one course in the January term.  One of the two regular-semester courses 
will be embedded in the Spartanburg community of Northside, which is adjacent 
to the college. In lieu of teaching a third course per semester (which is 
required of regular social science faculty at Wofford), the new professor will 
mentor undergraduate student internships and community-based research projects, 
which will require the professor to engage with the Northside community to 
generate productive internships for our students.  The job will also entail 
working with staff in Wofford's Center for Community-Based Learning to build 
meaningful local partnerships with both public and private organizations for 
curricular and co-curricular activities. The new hire will be encouraged to 
include comparative analyses of personal welfare in global and local 
communities, including the cases of Spartanburg's Northside and Glendale 
neighborhoods.

Please submit a cover letter; a curriculum vitae with educational background, 
employment history, and list of publications; a one-page teaching statement; a 
one-page statement on your philosophy about community engagement; and at least 
two syllabi of undergraduate courses that you would be interested in teaching.  
Address the cover letter to Sustainability Search Committee and email all 
materials as a single PDF file to 
sustainabilitysea...@wofford.edu.  The 
Committee will begin reviewing applications on October 16, 2017.  The Committee 
will request letters of recommendation after the initial review of applications.

Wofford College is recruiting diverse faculty, staff, and students in 
accordance with the College President's new strategic plan for diversity. We 
welcome applications from ethnic minorities, Indigenous persons, women, persons 
with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identities, 
visible minorities, and others who may contribute to its diversity.
Wofford College is a selective, nationally known Phi Beta Kappa liberal arts 
college offering an integrated undergraduate experience that weaves a 
traditional liberal arts curriculum into a range of high-impact educational 
experiences, including study abroad, living-learning communities, internship 
and entrepreneurship opportunities, and many more.  Wofford is located a few 
blocks north of the central business district of 
Spartanburg, SC, an international 
commercial center.  The college has operated continuously on its original 
campus, which was designated a National Historic District in 1974.  Wofford 
College is located approximately 30 miles from the neighboring city of 
Greenville, SC, and less than an hour from the major urban area of Charlotte, 
NC with a population of 827,097.


Cynthia Twyford Fowler
Associate Professor, Department of Sociology and 
Anthropology
Affiliate, Medical Humanities 
Program and Asian Studies 
Program
President, Society of Ethnobiology
Co-Editor, Global Change/Global Health Monograph 
Series
Founding Editorial Board Member, Ethnobiology 
Letters
Wofford College
Tel: 864-597-4698
Email: fowle...@wofford.edu
Webpage: http://sites.wofford.edu/fowlerct/

[ECOLOG-L] JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: DATA SCIENCE FELLOW IN CONSERVATION

[hir...@csp-inc.org]

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT AND DESCRIPTION: DATA SCIENCE FELLOW IN CONSERVATION

Conservation Science Partners (CSP; csp-inc.org) is looking for general and
project-specific support on a wide array of high-profile, data-driven
projects. The focus of projects is expected to vary, but will likely
include: phenology and climate change, wildfire and invasive species,
vegetation monitoring, and land use/cover change. This position will provide
support as part of a team of ecologists involved in landscape and
conservation planning across the US. Strong candidates will need to have
well-developed problem-solving, statistical, and analytical thinking
capabilities, in addition to significant experience as a programmer.
Candidates should also be willing and able to quickly learn new methods and
software as needed for specific projects, should have excellent
organizational and communication (oral and written) skills, and should be
able to work on several projects simultaneously. Ideal candidates would help
to cultivate and propel an internal culture of innovation, creativity, and
diversity.

 

Educational and professional experience:

We are seeking someone with a formal science background and not from a
particular discipline or field of emphasis. A MSc or PhD is desirable but
not required. Post-graduate experience in ecology or the natural resources
field also is desirable, but may not be necessary. Applied experience will
be looked upon favorably.

 

Required skills:

 Programming in Python, R, and JavaScript (some HTML/CSS would be 
helpful,
but is not necessary) and bash-scripting experience

 Data wrangling / munging skills for large datasets

 Experience working with online repositories for code (e.g., GitHub,
GitLab, Bitbucket) — preferably in a group setting, including at least some
knowledge of branching or forking workflows

 Model fitting / evaluation (either using machine learning methods or
inferential statistics — maximum likelihood or Bayesian parameter estimation
methods, for example). A background or training in statistical and sampling
design, and experience specifying hierarchical models would be highly desirable.

 

Desired skills:

 Experience working with geospatial and remote sensing data

 Data visualization

 Web application development

 Experience building software images (using, e.g., Dockerfiles), working
with containers, etc.

 Continuous integration / deployment

 Experience provisioning and leveraging resources in the cloud (i.e.,
storage and compute resources) via Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform

 Using / building / linking APIs (data/service interoperability via API 
calls)

 Experience working with either relational or NoSQL databases (e.g., 
using
MongoDB)

 Some experience with the following APIs / libraries: Earth Engine,
TensorFlow, and perhaps some experience using command-line utilities to move
data between various clients and cloud-based servers

 

Expected start date: September/October 2017

Deadline to apply: Open until filled

Location: This position is located in Truckee, CA

Salary: A highly competitive salary commensurate with experience

Benefits: CSP offers a comprehensive group medical, dental, and vision
insurance package, as

well as retirement benefits

If interested, please send a cover letter, current CV, and contact
information for three professional references to: hir...@csp-inc.org. Please
place DATA SCIENCE FELLOW in the subject line. Applications will be handled
electronically and by email only.


Conservation Science Partners, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Conservation Science Partners is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit scientific collective
established to meet the analytical and research needs of diverse
stakeholders in conservation projects. Our mission is to apply human
ingenuity to the preservation of species, populations, and ecosystems using
scientific principles, innovative approaches, and lasting partnerships with
conservation practitioners.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - Coral Aquarist/Lab Technician

[Carly Kenkel]

Aquarist/Laboratory Technician

University of Southern California, Los Angeles

The Kenkel lab is looking for an Aquarist/Lab Technician to join our growing
research group. The primary role of this position will be working to get our
new aquarium system for coral husbandry and manipulative experiments
running, and being responsible for subsequent maintenance of life support
systems and coral collections. Day to day responsibilities will include
feeding, water quality testing, maintenance of tanks and life support
systems and appropriate record keeping. The ideal candidate will have
maintained aquaria in a public aquarium or research laboratory, with proven
experience of running successful tropical coral systems, with a knowledge of
coral propagation and husbandry and water chemistry management.

Secondary responsibilities will include basic laboratory management, such as
ordering and inventory of lab consumables, and overseeing EH compliance of
all lab spaces. The candidate will also have the opportunity to participate
in field and laboratory experiments related to the focus of the lab – for
more information on potential projects, please see our website at
http://dornsife.usc.edu/labs/carlslab. Though an open water diver
certification is desirable, support will be provided to the candidate to
obtain necessary training and qualifications. Additional opportunities for
career development include training in molecular genetic techniques, such as
DNA/RNA extractions and PCR, and methods in coral ecophysiology.

This is a full-time/fixed-term position and includes benefits. The initial
appointment will be for a 6-month probationary period, after which yearly
reappointments are possible for successful and productive candidates.
Desired start date is 1 October 2017.

Apply at:
https://usc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/ExternalUSCCareers/job/Los-Angeles-CA---University-Park-Campus/Research-Lab-Technician-II_REQ20048316-1

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: GIS Biology Technician Position

[Gogol-Prokurat, Melanie@Wildlife]

We are hiring a GIS Biology Technician to work on updating the California 
Wildlife Habitat Relationships Program (CWHR). Tasks are primarily focused on 
developing and updating range maps, life history information, and habitat 
suitability ranks for California species and subspecies, updating the CWHR 
database, and conducting training and outreach on CWHR use. This is a temporary 
position with 1-2 years of funding.

Job Location: California Department of Fish and Wildlife office, Sacramento, 
California

Applications are due Friday, August 18.

More information and application instructions can be found here: 
http://www.csuchico.edu/rfdn/documents/hr-job-openings/GIC%20-%20Biology%20Tech%20II%207.20.17.pdf

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement (Temporary): Winter 2017 Technician at Canyonlands Research Station, UT

[Rebecca Mann]

Temporary Employment Opportunity
Nov. 27 – Dec. 8, 2017
$10/hour + lodging

Job Overview
We are hiring technicians to assist with the installation of a research 
project. The project is assessing novel restoration methods in arid, 
actively grazed rangelands; our goal is to understand how innovative 
restoration technologies can improve soil stabilization and native plant 
establishment, as well as restore ecosystem services such as air 
quality, water quality, erosion control, and soil fertility. 
Experimental treatments include using small barriers to improve 
establishment of seeded plants, inoculating the soil with biological 
soil crust, and manipulating grazing deferment lengths. Technicians will 
be hired as non-student hourly employees though the University of 
Colorado.

Tasks
*Installing experimental structures, which will involve carrying 
equipment (up to 15 lbs), kneeling or squatting for long periods of 
time, and using simple tools such as hammers and hand rakes. 
*Seeding native plants by hand. 
*Assisting with baseline data collection, taking measurements such as 
soil aggregate stability, line-point intercept, water infiltration, and 
soil sampling for chemical analyses. 

Qualifications
*An interest in working in a desert ecosystem on applied restoration 
science 
*Attention to detail, with an ability to stay motivated and focused 
while performing repetitive tasks 
*Ability to work up to a 10-hour days outside in variable weather and 
temperatures 
*Ability to bend over and kneel for extended periods of time, carrying 
up to 25 lbs
*Capable of working both independently and in small groups.

Compensation
*Technicians will be hired as Colorado University employees, and receive 
$10/hour
*Lodging in Canyonlands National Park housing will be provided

How To Apply
*Send an email to rm...@usgs.gov with a brief Cover Letter, resume, and 
contact information for two professional references.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Urban & Community Forestry Coordinator - US Virgin Islands

[Louis Hilgemann]

POSITION TITLE: URBAN & COMMUNITY FORESTRY COORDINATOR
Exempt & 100% Federally Funded
LOCATION: St. Croix, US Virgin Islands
SALARY: $45,360.00
POSITION DURATION: Secured funding to October 2019, extension ancipated
CLOSING DATE: August 28, 2017 or until filled

JOB DEFINITION:
This is work in designing and encouraging citizen involvement in urban and
community forestry projects throughout the territory. Work is performed
under the direction of the State (Territorial) Forester, who is the
Commissioner of Agriculture. The incumbent is expected to provide
leadership, use considerable judgment, initiative and creativity in the
management and development of the program overall.

PRIMARY DUTIES (Not all inclusive):
Develop and manage the overall Urban and Community Forest program at the
territorial level, including formulation of local policies and objectives,
and the establishment of program priorities.
Coordinate urban forestry program efforts between the territorial forestry
agency, government agencies, non-profit organizations and other volunteers
in the community.
Coordinate program activities between the Virgin Islands Department of
Agriculture, the USDA Forest Service – International Institute of Tropical
Forestry (IITF) and the national office.
Oversee the administration of Urban and Community Forestry program federal
grant funds, which includes budgeting, monitoring and reporting on
expenditures and sub-grants.
Facilitate the awarding of subgrants and provide technical assistance at
the local level.
Serve as a technical advisor in problem solving with government agencies
and non-profit organizations relative to grant administration and
volunteerism.
Conduct site visits to monitor and evaluate U project activities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
M.S. or B.S. degree in Urban Forestry, Forestry, Natural Resource
Management, or related field. Experience working/living abroad, especially
in the tropics. Certified arborist, with the International Society of
Arboriculture (ISA) or another accredited organization.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of program
participants and stakeholders from a wide range of educational and economic
backgrounds, and to provide assistance to such participants in the
development of their proposals and projects in urban and community
forestry. Knowledge of tree species, maintenance, planting, selection, etc.
Considerable knowledge of grant administration and monitoring.  Previous
work with non-profit, community, youth organizations. Strong written and
oral skills, along with organizational, record keeping and time management
skills required.  Some inter-island travel required.

HOW TO APPLY:
Qualified applicants should submit:

1) Cover letter addressing qualifications and relevant experience
2) A current resume/CV including education and employment history with
contact information for two references.

Completed package should be emailed to louis.hilgem...@doa.vi.gov

All applicants will be screened to identify the best qualified and suitable
candidate. Only the best qualified candidates will be invited for an
interview.

*Government of the Virgin Islands is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Auburn University Eminent Scholar in Ag Econ and Rural Soc

[Loka Ashwood]

Dear All,

Apologies for for crosspostings. Please see the below job announcement. Note 
that applications are due August 15th.

Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology ALFA Endowed Eminent Scholar Chair

The Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology is seeking 
candidates at the Full or Associate Professor level for an Eminent Scholar 
position. The holder of the Alfa Endowed Eminent Scholar Chair will demonstrate 
excellence in research, teaching and service /outreach. The successful 
candidate will have received national and international recognition through 
publications in scholarly journals, success in acquiring external funding, 
teaching, and stakeholder engagement.  Key stakeholders include agricultural 
producers, industry, non-profit organizations, and organizations involved in 
the formulation of policies for food and agriculture.

The ALFA Eminent Scholar endowment will provide support for the successful 
candidate to: 1) continue and extend an outstanding record of scholarly 
research, 2) teach in the Department's undergraduate and/or graduate programs; 
and 3) provide leadership in a specific research area in partnership with the 
Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Auburn University, state, national, and 
international organizations and stakeholders. Applications are encouraged from 
scholars who research a diverse range of topics that relate to natural 
resources (energy, water, soil, biodiversity), food and nutrition (health, 
consumer issues), community development (rural development, labor, 
entrepreneurship), farm and agribusiness management (marketing, production, 
finance, technology), or agriculture policy (farm policy, domestic ag policy, 
trade policy, ag law).

Position: This ALFA Eminent Scholar Chair is a nine-month, teaching and 
research appointment. The position has a five-year renewable term with tenure 
in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in agricultural economics or related field. The candidate 
must meet university and departmental standards for tenure and promotion at the 
Associate or Full Professor level. See criteria at the following website:
http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyHandbook/chapter%203-personnel_policies.php#promotionandtenure

Salary/Appointment: The salary for the ALFA Eminent Scholar is negotiable and 
competitive based on qualifications. The endowment provides a salary supplement 
and funds annually to support the incumbent's research program. The starting 
date is negotiable after closing date. Research/teaching percentages in the 
appointment are also negotiable.

Application Procedures: Applicants must apply for the position electronically 
through: https://aufacultvpositions.peopleadmin.com/postings/ and submit 
the following: 1) cover letter addressing the candidate's experience pertinent 
to the responsibilities of the position, and should include statements on their 
research, teaching, and stakeholder engagement philosophy (and plans), 2) 
current curriculum vita, and 3) reprints of the candidate’s three most 
important contributions to the scholarly literature, which should include at 
least one recent paper. When prompted during the on-line application process, 
please provide names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional 
references. Applicants will remain anonymous throughout the process, and 
references will not be contacted until authorized by the candidate. Only 
complete applications will be considered. Active review of applications will 
begin August 15, 2017, but the search will continue until the position is 
filled.

Questions about the position should be directed to:
Dr. Joseph Kloepper. Search Committee Chair
303 Life Sciences Building
Auburn University, AL 36849
Phone: 334-844-1950
Email:  kloe...@auburn.edu<mailto:kloe...@auburn.edu>.

The University: Auburn University is a land-grant institution with a student 
enrollment of more than 28,000. The University provides instruction in 
approximately 70 academic departments and maintains graduate research and 
public service programs of a broad scope. The University is located in the city 
of Auburn in east-central Alabama near the metropolitan areas of Montgomery and 
Birmingham, Alabama and Columbus and Atlanta, Georgia. Auburn has a mild winter 
climate, excellent public schools, a family-friendly atmosphere, and easy 
access to the world through the Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in 
Atlanta.

The Department: The Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology 
consists of 16 full-time faculty, over 200 undergraduate students and 40 M.S. 
and Ph.D. students. More information can be found at http://aers.auburn.edu/.
Auburn University is an EEO/Vet/Disability Employer



Loka Ashwood
Assistant Professor
Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology

Auburn University
310 Comer Hall
Auburn, AL  36849
(334) 844-4953
lla0...@aubu

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Graduate Program Coordinator at Boston University

[Pamela Templer]

Graduate Program Coordinator Position in Biogeoscience and Environmental 
Health at Boston University

A full-time position is available at Boston University for a Graduate 
Program Coordinator to join its National Science Foundation (NSF)-funded 
Research Traineeship (NRT) program that partners Ph.D. students in 
Biogeoscience and Environmental Health with cities to tackle urban 
environmental challenges. The Program Coordinator will be responsible 
for helping with development, planning, communication, implementation, 
and assessment of the interdisciplinary graduate program. The program 
includes Ph.D. students and faculty from three departments (Biology, 
Earth & Environment, and Environmental Health) at Boston University. 
Specific activities of the Program Coordinator include recruitment of 
students into the program, management and coordination of workshops and 
the program's website, help with assessment of the program, development 
of outreach and educational materials, and coordination of placement of 
students in internships with cities, non-governmental organizations, 
and/or the private sector. We expect to enroll 60 Ph.D. students over 
the next 5 years. This position offers an opportunity that fuses 
creativity and leadership at the interface of graduate education, 
science, and urban policy.  

Applicants with MA/MS/MPH or Ph.D. in fields related to Biogeoscience, 
Biology, Biogeochemistry, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or 
Environmental Health are desired. Experience in field-based education, 
hands-on experiential teaching, curriculum development, and/or program 
assessment are a plus. Successful candidates need to have 
excellent communication and organizational skills.

Interested applicants should send their letter of interest and resume 
(including relevant course work) and contact information of 2-3 
professional references to Pamela Templer at ptemp...@bu.edu. Please use 
"NRT Program Coordinator" in the Subject of your email message.

One of our Directors will be at the Ecological Society of America 
meeting in Portland, OR. Please contact Pamela Templer at 
ptemp...@bu.edu if you want to discuss the position at the meeting. 
Please use "NRT Program Coordinator" in the Subject of your email 
message.

Boston University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified 
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to 
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, 
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any 
other characteristic protected by law. 

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Tenure-Track Molecular Microbial Ecologist at Michigan State University

[Ashley Shade]

Hello ECOLOG,

Please find below the job announcement for a tenure-track Molecular
Microbial Ecologist at Michigan State University.

Cheers,
Ashley Shade


POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Molecular Microbial Ecologist
DEPARTMENT OF PLANT, SOIL AND MICROBIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY AND MOLECULAR GENETICS
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY

MISSION: Explore the interface of microbial ecology, genomics, and microbial
mediated processes in the context of basic and applied questions in
agroecosystems (including plants and soils) and other managed or natural
environments. 

Microbial Ecology. PSM, MMG and MSU faculty have been international leaders
in this area for decades through the Center for Microbial Ecology. Faculty
such as Bonito, Cole, Dazzo, Evans, Friesen, Hashsham, Lenski, Marsh,
Reguera, Rose, Schrenk, Shade, Tiemann, Tiedje and Walker form a strong core
in microbial ecology at MSU, and link with other MSU faculty members who
apply microbial ecology to problems in plant stress resilience,
bioremediation and pollutant fate, plant pathology, human health,
biogeochemistry, and more.
 
Position: The Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences and the
Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics invite applications for a
9- month, tenure-track position at the rank of Associate or Assistant
Professor in microbial ecology with experience in using technological
advances in genomics and applications in the field to study agricultural,
managed or natural ecosystems. The position is 75% research and 25%
teaching. The position is funded by AgBioResearch and the General Fund.
 
Responsibilities and Performance Expectations: The successful candidate is
expected to develop a vigorous research program in microbial ecology,
emphasizing research using genomics approaches, sequencing analyses, and
other new approaches to characterize microbial communities and their
interactions with other organisms and the environment. The candidate should,
ideally, have experience with bioinformatics. Research will contribute to
programs that integrate faculty across the microbiological and ecological
disciplines to address the interactions of microorganisms with plants,
animals, water, and soils (cell to cell interactions) including elucidating
the molecular mechanisms that control these interactions. Environmental
analyses of microbial ecosystems often incorporate concepts that require a
fundamental understanding of ecosystem functions, community interactions,
and environmental microbiomes, allowing questions related to biodiversity,
systems analysis, and complexity to be explored. 

Candidates are welcome who use molecular approaches to work in any area of
microbial ecology. However, preference may be given to researchers who
address basic and applied questions in agroecosystems (including plants and
soils) and other managed environments. The candidate should, ideally, have
interests and the ability to work in interdisciplinary teams. 
The person filling this position will be responsible for teaching modules in
undergraduate courses that address microbial ecology and will develop and
teach a graduate course in an area of expertise. 

Qualifications: Applicants must have an earned doctorate in microbiology,
ecology or a closely related field, and show evidence of excellence in
research and teaching through scholarly activities, and postdoctoral
research experience. Candidates are expected to emphasize microbial ecology
in their research, with additional expertise in metagenomics techniques,
molecular tools, and bioinformatics, focusing on agricultural systems (soil,
plants and water) or other managed and natural environments. Candidates
should have a strong research record, an interest in multidisciplinary
research and concerned commitment to teaching and graduate education. There
should be a demonstrated ability to obtain competitive external grants in
support of research and/or educational programs and experiential teaching.
The successful candidate is expected to have strong communication skills. 

Application Procedure: Qualified individuals should submit: a) a letter of
application; b) a statement of research and teaching interests; c)
curriculum vitae; d) a summary of your experience with diversity in the
classroom and/or in your research endeavors, any experience mentoring
diverse students, and an explanation of how you will contribute to our goals
of inclusive excellence; and e) names and contact information for three
references. Applications for this position should be submitted online at
https://careers.msu.edu (posting #454097). Review of applications will begin
October 1, 2017 and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about
the position should be addressed to Dr. Joan B. Rose (ros...@msu.edu), Chair
of the Search Committee. 

MSU is a land-grant university and one of the top research universities in
the world committed to engagement and solving community and global problems.
The Department of Plant, Soil

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Kellogg Biological Station Director

[Ashley Shade]

Hello ECOLOG,

Please find below the job advertisement for the director position at Kellogg
Biological Station.  

Cheers,

---
Ashley Shade, Ph.D.
Michigan State University
Microbiology and Molecular Genetics
Biomedical Physical Sciences rm 6179
517-884-5399
ShadeLab


~~~
Director and Professor
W.K. Kellogg Biological Station  Michigan State University 

Michigan State University seeks a director for the W. K. Kellogg Biological
Station (KBS) to provide leadership and promote a creative environment that
fosters innovation and excellence in the Station's research, education, and
outreach programs in ecology, evolution, agriculture, and conservation
biology. This is an annual-year (12-month) full-time academic appointment
based at KBS at the level of Full Professor, with a tenure appointment in a
campus department appropriate to the candidate's expertise.  The position is
expected to be filled beginning August 2018.

Candidates should have a PhD and demonstrated potential to lead and manage a
dynamic program of interdisciplinary research, education, and outreach, a
record of research excellence in any area of ecology, evolution,
agriculture, or conservation biology, and strong interpersonal skills. The
position carries minimally a 60% administrative assignment; the remainder of
the appointment can be split among research, teaching, and outreach.
Continuation of an active research program is encouraged and will be
supported.  

KBS is one of the world’s leading biological field stations, and is located
in southwest Michigan, 65 miles southwest of the MSU main campus in East
Lansing.  The Station includes 13 resident faculty, ~30 graduate students,
postdoctoral scholars, and academic specialists.  KBS programs are fully
integrated into the academic and outreach programs of MSU. All faculty hold
academic appointments in departments on the MSU campus, and they participate
in campus teaching and departmental and interdepartmental graduate programs.
 KBS comprises over 1300 hectares of natural and managed, aquatic and
terrestrial habitats, as well as modern research laboratories.  In addition
to the academic personnel, KBS includes the Kellogg Farm, Bird Sanctuary,
and Conference Center.  Additional information about KBS can be found at
www.kbs.msu.edu.

The KBS Director reports to the deans of the College of Agriculture and
Natural Resources (lead college) and the College of Natural Science at MSU.
 The Director oversees the research and education programs at KBS and
coordinates these programs with campus departments. The Director also leads
major development efforts in support of KBS programs, and is responsible for
promoting KBS to local, regional, national, and international organizations.  

Applicants for the position of Director should submit 1) a CV and 2) a cover
letter describing your interest in the position with an emphasis on your
leadership experience and philosophical approaches to faculty development,
student success, and achieving a culture of diversity and inclusion. At the
end of the cover letter, please include names and contact information for
three (3) references who are familiar with your work and leadership
experience. Letters are not initially required, but these individuals may be
approached for additional information only after obtaining the applicant's
permission to do so.  Applications should be submitted on line at
https://careers.msu.edu (posting #453174). Review of applications will begin
15 September 2017, and will continue until a suitable candidate is
identified. Questions regarding this position may be directed to the Search
Committee Co-Chairs, Dr. Michael Jones (jones...@msu.edu) and Dr. Danny
Schnell, (schne...@msu.edu).

 

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon
will for more than 160 years. A member of the Association of American
Universities, MSU is a research-intensive institution with 17
degree-granting colleges.

MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer and is committed to
achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that
encourages all people to reach their full potential. The University actively
encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color,
veterans and persons with disabilities. MSU is committed to providing a work
environment that supports employees' work and personal life, and offers
employment assistance to the spouse or partner of candidates for faculty and
academic staff positions.”

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Yale University seeks Ucross Assistant Director

[Douglas, Kelly]

Ucross Assistant Director
http://bit.ly/2fpWG2M

Yale University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and growth in New 
Haven, Connecticut. Conveniently located between Boston and New York, New Haven 
is the creative capital of Connecticut with cultural resources that include 
three major museums, a critically-acclaimed repertory theater, state-of-the-art 
concert hall, and world-renowned schools of Architecture, Art, Drama, and Music.

Position Focus:  The Assistant Director will assist the UHPSI Director in 
program development, strategy, and outreach. The position requires significant 
time interacting with students, faculty, staff, and Western collaborators, 
often times including travel to Western states. The position is based in New 
Haven, CT during the academic year. During the summer, the Assistant Director 
will have the option to split time between New Haven, CT and the American West.

To read more about this exciting opportunity, please click 
here visit 
the Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies website!

Required Education and Experience:  Master's Degree in a scientific discipline 
and one year experience or an equivalent combination of education and 
experience.

Required skills and abilities:

  *   Demonstrated success navigating complex social dynamics and building 
trust with people from a variety of backgrounds and perspective
  *   Capacity to direct and manage numerous projects and collaborations 
simultaneously
  *   Ability to actively listen and engage. Strong written and verbal 
communication skills.
  *   Demonstrated desire to spend time in remote regions of the American West.
  *   Demonstrated ability with GIS/Remote sensing.
  *   Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: A Master's Degree (or 3-4 
years of equivalent experience) in a field related to land management, 
including ecology, data science, policy, sociology, etc. Existing network of 
relationships in the West.

Application: For more information and immediate consideration, please apply 
online at http://bit.ly/2fpWG2M. Please be sure to reference this website when 
applying for this position.

We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of 
a career at Yale University. One of the country's great workplaces, Yale 
University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true 
growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of 
insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and educational 
benefits, a variety of retirement benefits, extensive recreational facilities, 
and much more.

Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does 
not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, race, color, religion, 
age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does 
Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or 
expression.


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[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - Biological Intern

[Michiko Squires]

In addition to our previous announcement for a Science Writer, the
Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at the University of
Florida Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center is seeking an
enthusiastic individual to assist with projects related to research and
monitoring of native and invasive reptiles in South Florida. Intern will be
expected to work 40 hours a week, including some nights, for a period of
three months.
Duties

Intern will work with scientists and managers from the University of
Florida as well as state and federal agencies. Primary duties include radio
telemetry, live trapping, and camera trapping for Argentine Black & White
Tegus, as well as herpetofaunal surveys (75%), and necropsy of select
specimens (25%). This opportunity will provide necessary training and
exposure to arduous conditions of southern Florida and hands-on experience
with native and invasive exotic reptiles. Additional duties include data
entry and other tasks as assigned. Depending on availability, intern may
have occasional opportunities to participate in other research projects.
Qualifications

   - Possess or pursuing degree in ecology, biology, wildlife,
   environmental science, or related field
   - Maintain work quality and positive attitude in challenging, muddy,
   rocky, remote settings in hot and humid weather with biting insects,
   alligators, and venomous snakes
   - Experience regularly hiking long distances in heat
   - Excellent communication skills and accurate data recording are
   essential
   - Ability to work independently and with others in a fast-paced
   environment
   - Possession or ability to obtain a valid Florida driver's license
   - Experience navigating off-trail with aid of GPS and compass
   - Working knowledge of South Florida ecosystems and wildlife, experience
   operating vehicles with 4WD and manual transmissions, and first aid/CPR
   training is helpful but not required

*Salary:* $12.50/hour

*Start date:* As soon as ideal candidate is identified and available.

*To apply:* Please send letter of interest and resume or CV by email to
Mike Rochford at crocdoc_j...@hotmail.com and use subject heading
“Biological Intern”

*More information: *http://crocdoc.ifas.ufl.edu/


-- 
Michiko Squires
Wildlife Biologist
University of Florida - FLREC
3205 College Ave
Davie, Florida 33314
(954) 577-6304
http://crocdoc.ifas.ufl.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - Science Writer/Outreach Coordinator

[Michiko Squires]

*Science Writer/Outreach Coordinator*



The Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at the University of
Florida Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center is seeking an
enthusiastic individual to support efforts to extend science to technical
and general audiences. The successful applicant will prepare and edit
educational materials on a wide range of subjects including Everglades
restoration, alligators and crocodiles, invasive species, climate change,
and a variety of international topics. Position will be full time for one
year, and may be extended depending on performance and funding. The
position includes working some nights and weekend days. Descriptions of
ongoing research and education projects can be found at
http://crocdoc.ifas.ufl.edu/.



*Duties *



The Science Writer/Outreach Coordinator will work with scientists and
managers from the University of Florida and various state and federal
governmental agencies. Primary duties include editing and writing
scientific papers such as refereed publications and technical reports, and
developing and delivering outreach materials such as fact sheets,
newsletters, presentations, posters, door hangers, websites, and social
media. The candidate will also be responsible for staffing exhibit tables
at community outreach events. There will be opportunities to participate in
field work (see website above for project descriptions) and for
international travel.



*Qualifications*



·   Degree in ecology, biology, wildlife, environmental science,
journalism, or related field

·   Demonstrated strong writing and editing skills for general and
scientific audiences

·   Ability to research and synthesize information on a wide range of
scientific topics

·   Skills in graphic design and layout

·   Excellent oral communication skills and friendly personality when
interacting with public

·   Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, PowerPoint) and
publication/design software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Microsoft
Publisher)

·   Ability to work independently and with others safely in a
fast-paced environment

·   Ability to meet deadlines under pressure

·   Possession or ability to obtain a valid driver’s license



*Salary:* Target range is broad and will be commensurate with knowledge,
skills, and experience.



*Start date: *As soon as a suitable candidate is identified and available



*To Apply:* Please send letter of interest and resume or CV by email to
crocdoc_j...@hotmail.com and use subject heading “Writer/Coordinator”

-- 
Michiko Squires
Wildlife Biologist
University of Florida - FLREC
3205 College Ave
Davie, Florida 33314
(954) 577-6304
http://crocdoc.ifas.ufl.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Botanist, Illinois Natural History Survey (Full Time)

[Timothy Rye]

The Illinois Natural History Survey (INHS) has been the guardian and 
recorder of the biological resources of Illinois—the state's biological 
memory. With a staff of over 200 scientists and technicians, INHS is 
recognized as the premier natural history survey in the nation. The 
mission of INHS is to investigate and document the biological resources 
of Illinois and other areas, and to acquire and provide natural history 
information that can be used to promote the common understanding, 
conservation, and management of these resources. INHS is part of the 
Prairie Research Institute (PRI) at the University of Illinois at 
Urbana-Champaign which is centrally located between Chicago, St. Louis, 
and Indianapolis.   PRI houses five large scientific surveys covering a 
wide range of expertise including biology, water resources, climate, 
geology, sustainable technology, and archaeology.  PRI’s mission is to 
provide objective, integrated scientific research and service, in 
cooperation with other academic and research units of the University of 
Illinois and elsewhere, that allow citizens and decision-makers to make 
choices that ensure sustainable economic development, enduring 
environmental quality, and cultural resource preservation for the 
people, businesses, and governments of Illinois.
 
INHS is seeking to hire a Botanist in the Critical Trends Assessment 
Program (CTAP) to conduct research activities essential to scientific 
programs by providing support in the development of research plans and 
execution of research including collecting, analyzing, and interpreting 
data. Additional information regarding CTAP can be found by visiting 
http://wwx.inhs.illinois.edu/research/ctap/.   This position is based in 
Champaign, Illinois.
 
Major Duties and Responsibilities:  Conduct vegetation surveys in 
statewide project areas including Illinois forests, wetlands, and 
grasslands, describing typical and noteworthy plant communities present 
and their species composition, occurrence and abundance of threatened 
and endangered species, and the natural quality of the vegetation 
highlighting areas with outstanding ecological integrity (e.g., natural 
areas).  Existing data sources including literature, herbaria, and 
databases are reviewed to evaluate known historical and contemporary 
distribution of occurrence elements.  Some projects involve quantitative 
and long-term assessments. Work closely with both private landowners and 
public entities and field survey crews and may involve travel, long 
days, challenging habitat and variable weather conditions at times. 
Independently complete complex research tasks as required by projects or 
as directed by supervisor. Record data on characteristics of vegetation, 
typically involving qualitative assessments. Collect voucher specimens 
when necessary to verify species determinations and contribute to the 
botanical collections of the Illinois Natural History Survey. Prepare 
reports and support the publishing of manuscripts and INHS publications; 
present findings at professional meetings. Communicate and interact with 
recipients of services.
 
Keep abreast of developments in discipline. Provide outreach and service 
to the public, INHS, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, the 
University of Illinois, and other professional organizations. Supervise 
assigned student and hourly staff; this involves overseeing scheduling 
and task assignment, mentoring, monitoring, and evaluating performance, 
and training. Must be able to spend extensive time (up to 5 months) 
traveling during the field season and work in remote areas under adverse 
field conditions.
 
Qualifications:  Required: Master's degree in plant biology or related 
field with an emphasis on plant ecology or systematics. Alternate degree 
fields will be considered/accepted depending on the nature and depth of 
the experience as it relates to this position. Must have experience with 
required technology, such as computer systems, GPS units, data analysis 
software, etc. Experience using various plant sampling techniques. 
Extensive knowledge of the flora and botanical communities of Midwestern 
United States or Eastern United States. Basic knowledge of research 
techniques in specialized area of research. Must possess appropriate 
field and laboratory skills including scientific as well as physical 
skills necessary to carry out work in demanding conditions. Strong 
verbal and written communication skills. Must have demonstrated the 
ability for leadership and planning, supervising, and monitoring 
research activities and progress. Must have the ability to perform 
effectively in a diverse and fast-paced work environment consisting of 
multiple and changing priorities, with minimal supervision. Proficiency 
in commonly-employed software and databases. Must possess strong skills 
and training in botany. Must possess strong interpersonal skills and 
ability to work collaboratively with other 

[ECOLOG-L] Visiting Assistant Professor of Botany - Job Announcement

[Pamela MacRae]

http://unity.edu

https://unity.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=84683

Visiting Assistant Professor of Botany
Unity College in Maine is seeking to fill a one year Visiting Assistant 
Professor position in its Ecology and Management Program in the School of 
Biodiversity Conservation. Unity - America's Environmental College - is a 
small, liberal arts college dedicated to transdisciplinary teaching and 
scholarship in sustainability science.

The primary responsibilities of this position include:

  *   Teaching introductory and advanced classes in the Wildlife Biology, 
Wildlife and Fisheries Management and Marine Biology majors such as Biology, 
Ecology, Marine Botany, Systematic Botany, Dendrology and Biology of Plants as 
assigned.

* Advising and mentoring undergraduate students that are intent on 
pursuing careers in Biology, Marine Biology, Wildlife Biology, Wildlife and 
Fisheries Management or other related fields.

  *   Contribute to faculty service needs as assigned, by serving on campus 
committees as appropriate given position responsibilities.
  *   Contribute to the college's commitment to sustainability.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

  *   Ph.D degree in botany or a related field.
  *   Broadly trained botanist with experience in both terrestrial and 
aquatic/marine habitats.
  *   Previous teaching experience at the college level.
  *   Experience involving undergraduate students in research.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the 
position is filled, with an anticipated start date of August 2017.  To apply 
send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and 
research interests, and contact information for at least three professional 
references via our website, www.unity.edu.  Electronic submissions only.  
https://unity.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=84683

GENERAL INFORMATION REGARDING UNITY COLLEGE & ALL FACULTY POSITIONS
Unity is an environmentally focused academic community committed to 
experiential teaching and learning.  From our new colleagues we expect 
exceptional teaching, visionary curricular thinking and contribution to our 
Environmental Citizen Curriculum.  Teaching workload for faculty is 21 credits 
per year.  In addition, faculty are expected to mentor students, engage with 
community, pursue scholarship and share in governance.

Requirements for various appointment levels:  Candidates considered at the 
assistant, associate or full professor level will have a terminal degree.

Professional Life at Unity:  Unity College is home to a small, dedicated 
faculty of highly collaborative and versatile teacher/scholars.  Faculty are 
expected to develop professionally, to mentor students and to provide effective 
learning opportunities.  Faculty, staff and students work together to imagine, 
create and maintain a highly collegial academic community and faculty 
contribute significantly to college governance.

Experiential Education:  Unity has a well-earned reputation for providing 
students with service-learning and field, project and community-based 
educational experiences.  Student research, internships, field courses, 
independent studies and co-curricular programming all contribute to the hands 
on/minds on teaching and learning atmosphere at Unity College. Faculty are 
encouraged to pursue scholarship in which undergraduate students can be engaged.

Unity College hopes to attract employees who share a commitment to the 
environment and to human diversity, and who have an interest in helping 
students develop an understanding of the richness and complexity of individuals 
and society.

Equal Opportunity Employer


Pamela MacRae, Ph.D.
Dean of the School of Biodiversity Conservation &
Associate Professor of Sustainable Fisheries Management
KH126
Unity College
pmac...@unity.edu
207-509-7256

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement - Clinical Assistant Professor

[Howard Lasker]

University at Buffalo, State University of New York   - Clinical 
Assistant Professor for Evolution, Ecology, & Behavior

The Evolution, Ecology and Behavior program at the University at Buffalo 
invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor.  The instructor 
who will take primary responsibility for teaching an undergraduate 
ecology course, an undergraduate laboratory course in ecological 
research methods and specialized courses in the areas of ecology and the 
environment.  The instructor will also assist in the advisement of 
undergraduate students interested in degrees in the broad areas of 
ecology and environmental sciences and undertake additional 
responsibilities in support of the degree programs in Evolution, Ecology 
& Behavior; Environmental Geosciences; and Environmental Studies.

The initial 10 month appointment begins on August 24, 2017, and is 
renewable for two additional years. 

Applicants can view the complete job description and apply through the 
UBJobs website at https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/9660

UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and 
individuals with disabilities.

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement: Natural Resource Management Technician

[Tom Baldvins]

Title:  Natural Resource Management Technicians 
Work Location:  Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, Colorado
Duration:   Temporary, 4 Months (May 22nd through Mid to 
late September)
Pay Rate:   $13.85 - $14.91/hour, plus housing

Summary of Position:
The Colorado Natural Heritage Program is seeking field crew technicians 
to support natural resources management at Florissant Fossil Beds 
National Monument (FLFO), Colorado. FLFO lies within the montane life-
zone on the eastern slope of the Southern Rocky Mountains. The monument 
contains montane meadows interspersed with open woodlands of ponderosa 
pine, and forests of Douglas fir, blue spruce, and aspen. 

To protect and preserve the native vegetation species throughout the 
park and enhance visitor experiences, resource management staff at FLFO 
have implemented a noxious weed management plan as part of their overall 
vegetation management program. The CNHP technicians will work with Park 
resource managers to plan and implement the weed management and other 
vegetation management programs.

Selected applicants will evaluate, monitor, and treat noxious weeds, 
collect native seed, salvage native plants, and assist in the 
revegetation of disturbed areas using native plant species. The work 
will also include the mapping, and monitoring of new populations of 
weeds, mapping of treated areas, restoration of treated areas, and 
building data sets for the park’s Pesticide Use Proposal System annual 
report.

The results of this work will include estimates of noxious weeds status 
and ecological thresholds and management assessment points. The results 
are intended to help park staff, scientists and the public understand 
the dynamics of vegetation, and how noxious plants spread throughout the 
park.

The selected applicants will begin work May 22 and continue through 
September (total time is 16 weeks). Work location is at Florissant 
Fossil Beds National Monument. Housing will be provided at the USFS 
Manitou Experimental Station in Woodland Park, CO, or similar nearby 
location. 

Duties
1.  Work singly or with a crew to identify and safely treat areas of 
weed infestations. 
2.  Use GPS to locate infestation and treatment areas, safely and 
efficiently access remote sites, and complete field forms
3.  Enter and effectively manage electronic data (databases, 
spreadsheets, GPS, GIS).
4.  Thoroughly document all fieldwork using field notebooks, survey 
forms, maps, GPS, and digital tablets and cameras 
5.  Identify and collect seed from areas of native vegetation for 
purposes of reseeding treatment areas.
6.  Prepare and manage areas for reseeding of native species after 
treatment,
7.  Other vegetation management activities (such as brush clearing), 
as needed. 

Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree (or significant progress toward degree) in ecosystem 
sustainability, natural resources, range management, forestry, or 
related field. Equivalent field experience may be substituted for 
degree. 
1.  Knowledge of natural resources management
2.  Sufficient knowledge of native vegetation and weeds to reliably 
identify common weed species and desirable native plants of the project 
area
3.  Desire to work outdoors in various weather conditions during the 
summer field season
4.  Good physical condition and ability to work long hours in the 
field, travel by foot off-trail in rough terrain, and work through 
inclement weather
5.  Careful attention to detail in collecting data
6.  Comfort and familiarity with the use computers and GPS
7.  Experience with weed identification, weed management, or 
pesticide application
8.  A valid state driver’s license at the start of the project is 
required.

Additional Desired Qualifications
1.  Pesticide applicator’s license 
2.  Familiarity with flora of the Colorado Rocky Mountain montane 
zone
3.  Experience collecting vegetation and environmental data in the 
field
4.  Understanding of visitor experience management

Availability of positions contingent upon final approval of funding. 

-
Applications will be accepted until all positions have been filled or 
through May 12th, 2017. Send resume, cover letter, and three references 
with phone #’s to Joe Stevens at j...@colostate.edu References will not be 
contacted without prior notification of candidates.

Colorado State University is committed to providing a safe and 
productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we 
conduct background investigations for all final candidates being 
considered for employment. Investigations may include, but are not 
limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor 
vehicle history.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Hawaii Field Technician

[Derek Hogan]

The Blum Lab in the Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at
Tulane University invites applications for a full-time research
associate positions to start in Spring/Summer 2017. We are looking for
enthusiastic, conscientious and highly self-motivated individuals to
work on a project investigating the consequences of aquatic invasive
species (AIS) removal for native Hawaiian stream fishes.
The Incumbent, who will be based on Oahu in Hawaii, will participate in
field surveys and related work to support genes-to-ecosystem assessments
of at-risk species responses to AIS removal. The incumbent also will
contribute to data input and analysis for project reports and peer-
review publications.
Prior experience participating in or leading field research is desired.
Successful applicants will be expected to work independently and
collaboratively as an active member of a large research group. The
incumbent must be able to conduct stream-based field work, such as
snorkel surveys, in sometimes remote locations and in variable weather
conditions.
We are particularly interested in applicants that have experience with
Hawaiian stream ecosystems, including but not limited to AIS and native
amphidromous fauna. Strong written, verbal and analytical skills are
essential. A Bachelor’s degree or higher in ecology or a related field
is also desired.
We highly encourage Hawaiian residents and Pacific Islanders to apply.
The appointment will be for eight (8) months. Salary will be
commensurate with experience and qualifications.
A PDF-format application package including (1) a letter of interest; (2)
a curriculum vitae detailing past research experience and educational
training; and (3) contact information for three professional references
should be submitted via e-mail to Ms. Shelley Meaux (sme...@tulane.edu).
Please write “Hawaii research associate position" in the subject line.
For earliest consideration, apply by 15 May 2017. Applications will be
accepted until the position is filled.
Tulane University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment
Opportunity/ADA Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Postdoctoral Soil Carbon Fellow at NCEAS

[Geoff Willard]

Hello -

The National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis (NCEAS) seeks
candidates for a Postdoctoral Fellow position to advance understanding and
managing of soil organic matter for environmental outcomes and human
well-being. The Fellow will be responsible for leading several analyses in
a recently funded SNAPP (Science for Nature and People Partnership) working
group project aimed at developing quantitative targets to manage soil
organic matter for environmental and human outcomes. The Fellow will be
able to participate in environmental data science trainings at NCEAS and
similar organizations. The Fellow is also expected to pursue an independent
research program of her or his design that addresses soil organic matter
through analysis and synthesis of existing data.

In the role of working group participant, the Fellow will be integrally
involved in:
1) spatial analysis to determine priority areas for building soil organic
matter in California rangelands;
2) spatial analysis of the potential contribution of soil organic matter to
crop yield and yield variability in Midwestern row-crop agriculture;
3) working closely with The Nature Conservancy staff and other
practitioners to develop specific strategies to manage soil for
environmental and human outcomes in California and through the Soil Health
Partnership
4) participating in SNAPP working group meetings.

The successful candidate will work most directly with workshop PI Stephen
Wood at The Nature Conservancy and participant Mark Bradford at the Yale
School of Forestry & Environmental Studies. The SNAPP working group is
comprised of global leaders in soil science, rangeland management,
agriculture, and economics from academia, government, and NGOs. This offers
a unique opportunity to learn from and collaborate with a diverse set of
thought leaders. More information on the working group can be found here:
http://snappartnership.net/groups/managing-soil-carbon/.

The Science for Nature and People Partnership (SNAPP) is a collaboration
between The Nature Conservancy (TNC), the Wildlife Conservation Society
(WCS), and the National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis
(NCEAS) to create a fundamentally different way to identify and tackle
large-scale challenges that threaten the integrity of nature and human
wellbeing.

RESIDENCY AT NCEAS:
NCEAS (www.nceas.ucsb.edu) is a unique research center located in scenic
downtown Santa Barbara and part of the University of California, Santa
Barbara. The Center is known for fostering collaboration and data driven
analysis. NCEAS has a growing and thriving community of postdocs, resident
scientists, and analysts, and frequent influx of leading scientists and
practitioners from around the world participating in working group projects
across a diverse range of initiatives. Postdocs contribute their knowledge,
interests, and enthusiasm to the intellectual atmosphere of the Center.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum
• PhD in ecology, soil science, geography, interdisciplinary environmental
sciences, or related discipline

Additional
• Strong analytical skills, including expertise in R and familiarity with
spatial analysis
• Strong experience with applied issues related to soil in agriculture,
rangelands, and conservation
• Strong interdisciplinary experience with fields relevant to soil
conservation, especially economics
• Ability to review and synthesize large amounts of literature and complex
information
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Ability to design, manage, and help lead workshops to bring disparate
groups to consensus
• Ability to take initiative and work independently and as part of a team

Preferred
• Strong publication record
• Experience with biogeochemical and/or ecological modeling
• Experience working with groups outside of academia (government, NGOs,
etc.)

TERM OF APPOINTMENT:
18 months, with potential for reappointment.

SALARY RANGE:
Annual salary based on qualifications and prior years of postdoc
experience. Full benefits package included.

POSITION AVAILABLE:
Start date Spring or Summer 2017.

TO APPLY:
How to apply: Please apply through UC Recruit:
https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF01002
Primary consideration will be given to completed applications submitted
before May 25, 2017. Otherwise, open until filled.

Required Documents to Apply:
• Curriculum Vitae
• A 1-2 page statement of professional interests and expertise (i.e., cover
letter)
• A brief (3 page) proposal for personally-driven research that addresses
the key question(s) to be addressed, the methods proposed to tackle the
question(s), anticipated results and expected conservation relevance of
those results, and clear evidence of data available for the analyses. The
successful project needs to use existing data; projects proposing
collection of new field data will not be considered.
• Contact information for three references

The department is especially interested in candidates 

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Summer small-mammal technicians. Application closes April 25 2017.

[Abelson, Eric - FS, Davis, CA]

Job Announcement: Summer small-mammal technicians
GS - 4, 5, 6, 7/Intern
Possible duty stations: Alta, Sacramento, Placerville, CA
Applications close:  April 25, 2017

Experienced with small-mammal trapping?  Apply here:
GS-4  https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/467887600
GS-5  https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/467891800
GS-6  https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/467893400
GS-7  https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/467894800

Don't yet have small-mammal trapping experience but would like some?  Apply 
here (must be a student at an accredited California College):
Go to www.internsource.org<http://www.internsource.org>, click on "search jobs" 
and then select "Caltrans" as the worksite and "Marysville" as the city or use 
this link: https://goo.gl/Hmgeyo

Applications are being accepted for those with and without small-mammal 
trapping experience to work on a small mammal crew this summer.  Project 
focuses on wildlife movement in the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California 
(study area falls in the general area of Auburn, Cisco and Nevada City, CA) 
with a duty station in Alta, Sacramento or Placerville CA (dependent on project 
needs).  This work aims to deepen our understanding of the role of roads in 
isolating wildlife populations.  We also focus on developing a better 
understanding of how structures that provide safe passage across the road (e.g. 
culverts) help connect wildlife populations on opposite sides of the road.  We 
use small mammal traps, along with road-kill surveys, to examine the effects of 
roads broadly across the landscape.

Start and end dates: At least three contiguous month period between May 2017 to 
end of August 2017

Requirements:
For usajobs.gov applicants: Must have experience handling small-mammals, 
working with small-mammal live-traps and California small-mammal 
identification. Applicant should have previous supervisory experience and be 
comfortable managing conflict.

For internsource.org applicants: Must be enrolled or attending an accredited 
California college or university; driver license.

For all applicants: Work full-time (40 hours/week) for a three contiguous month 
period between May 2017 to end of September 2017; availability to work a split 
shift (i.e. 6 AM-10 AM & 4 PM-8 PM); work productively with a small team; 
interest in wildlife ecology and conservation.  Must be detail oriented with 
the ability to take careful notes in field and office settings (Microsoft Excel 
experience).  Applicant must be in good physical condition with the ability to 
hike at high elevation and in rugged terrain while carrying equipment.  
Applicant must be comfortable working outdoors and in challenging field 
conditions (e.g. hot/cold) including along roadsides.  Applicant should have 
basic competency using GPS/maps to locate field sites.

Duties: Work as part of a team responsible for conducting small-mammal field 
surveys.  Field teams will predominantly be working with small-mammal traps but 
may also assist in road-kill surveys, camera-traps (remotely-triggered 
wildlife-cameras) or assessing underpasses for wildlife suitability.  Field 
work will involve navigating and hiking across rugged terrain to field sites 
while carrying heavy equipment.  Field work may also be largely focused on the 
road verges and will likely require extensive work on the road-side.  During 
periods without field work, efforts will be focused on entering field data.  
Small-mammal trapping occurs in the early morning (6:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and 
again in the early evening (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM) to ensure small mammal safety.






Eric Abelson, Ph.D.
Research Wildlife Biologist

Forest Service
Pacific Southwest Research Station

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[ECOLOG-L] JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: research technician - Edgewater, MD

[Kimberly La Pierre]

The Ecosystem Conservation lab at the Smithsonian Environmental Research 
Center (SERC), led by Dr. Kim La Pierre, is recruiting a full-time 
research technician. Our lab explores community and ecosystem responses 
to global change drivers, and the role that symbioses, competition, and 
trophic interactions play in shaping those responses 
(https://serc.si.edu/labs/ecosystem-conservation). Our research projects 
occur in field, lab, and greenhouse settings and include ecological 
genetics, microbial culturing, and field-based species identification, 
often in an experimental framework. The technician will be based at SERC 
and will participate in several collaborative projects investigating the 
impacts of global change drivers such as increased nutrient 
availability, elevated CO2, altered consumer pressure, and climate 
change on plant, microbial, and invertebrate communities. SERC is a 
vibrant community of scientists set within a 1,027 field-site, and 
located near the Annapolis, MD and Washington, DC metro areas.

Field and greenhouse duties will include plant species identification 
and collection, measurement of environmental parameters, seed 
preparation, experimental set-up and monitoring, and data entry. Lab 
duties will include sample processing, microbial culturing, routine 
molecular tasks (e.g., DNA extraction, PCR, DNA visualization, 
sequencing, genotyping), and next generation sequencing library prep. In 
addition, the technician will be responsible for day-to-day lab 
organization and safety under the direction of the PI, including supply 
inventory and ordering, maintaining lab records (hardcopy and digital), 
and working collaboratively with other lab members.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in ecology (or 
related field) with at least two years of prior research experience, 
basic ecological genetic skills (PCR, sequencing, genotyping), strong 
communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work both 
independently and as part of a team. Additional experience with field 
surveys, next generation sequencing, and data analysis is preferred.

The preferred start date is late June, and the appointment will be for 
one year, with a second year contingent on satisfactory performance in 
year one. While not a federal position, salary and benefits are 
commensurate with experience, up to a salary equivalent of Grade 7, Step 
1 within the federal pay scale.

Interested candidates should send (1) a cover letter highlighting 
relevant research experience, (2) a resume or CV, (3) contact 
information for 2-3 references, and (4) an unofficial copy of 
transcripts to Kim La Pierre (lapier...@si.edu). Review of applications 
will begin on May 1st, and continue until the position is filled.

-Kim La Pierre
Senior Scientist
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center

[ECOLOG-L] JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: Summer Forestry Field Technician

[Jessika Carlstrom]

A position is available for a field technician through Utah State
University to help collect data on the landscape/stand factors that affect
Engelmann spruce regeneration following epidemic spruce beetle outbreaks.
Work will be conducted at two sites in Utah: one on the Markagunt Plateau
in southern Utah and one in the Uinta Mountains in northern Utah. Work
includes field data collection at the two sites, and potential processing
in the lab/data entry. Field work will be conducted in some of the most
beautiful natural areas in Utah. For example, the southern field site is
close to multiple national parks/monuments (e.g. Cedar Breaks National
Monument, Zion National Park, and Bryce Canyon National Park).

SPECIFIC DUTIES: The field technician will be responsible for learning and
implementing the research protocol; locating study sites using maps and
GPS, identifying tree species, taking precise stand/landscape measurements
(including but not limited to DBH, slope, aspect, canopy cover, species
diversity, etc), and recording data legibly.

WORKING CONDITIONS/SCHEDULE: Field work includes long hours under strenuous
field conditions including steep slopes, dense vegetation and variable
weather (including cool mornings to hot and dry sunny afternoons, and
torrential rain). Work will include extended periods of time in the field.
Lodging near study sites will be provided, and camping may be required at
more remote sites.

Start Date: June 1, 2017
End Date: August 24, 2017
20-40 hours/week
Wages: $9-$11/hour

QUALIFICATIONS*:* Driver’s License. Ability to work in rugged terrain.
Ability to work as a team and take orders. Organized, self-motivated, and
attention to detail. Plant identification skills and college experience (or
equivalent training) in a related field preferred.
TO APPLY visit Career Aggie (career-services.usu.edu/career-aggie) and
search for job #94532 "Forestry Field Technician"

Questions: email jessika.carlst...@aggiemail.usu.edu

[ECOLOG-L] JOB ANNOUNCEMENT PLANT CONSERVATION RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

[Joyce Maschinski]

JOB OPPORTUNITY - PLANT CONSERVATION RESEARCH ASSOCIATE at
INSTITUTE FOR CONSERVATION RESEARCH, SAN DIEGO ZOO GLOBAL

The Plant Conservation team at the Institute for Conservation Research, San
Diego Zoo Global (SDZG) seeks a PLANT CONSERVATION RESEARCH ASSOCIATE to
support the SDZG mission of saving plant and animal species worldwide. 
Major job activities are related to conservation research, endangered
species propagation, and record keeping.  Specifically the PLANT
CONSERVATION RESEARCH ASSOCIATE will propagates, maintain, and maximize seed
production of research plants at the Institute for Conservation Research;
assist with seed collections and processing; research horticulture
information on target plant species; conduct germination trials of
endangered plant species; assist with ongoing studies of several California
endangered plant populations and restoration projects; work with volunteer
groups to accomplish nursery and field projects; update and maintain plant
records and research data; assist with plant identification and labeling;
represent SDZG to the public through oral presentations and public event
displays; maintain supply inventories and prepare purchase requisitions;
track budget expenditures; contribute to written annual reports and
publications; help create plant stories about collections at the ICR, Safari
Park, and San Diego Zoo to share internally and externally; answer questions
from the public; adhere to all SDZG and department policies and practices. 
This position is grant funded with opportunity for extension as funding allows.

Qualifications:  B.S. or M.S. degree in plant sciences, botany, ecology, or
horticulture; excellent written and oral communication skills; experience in
data collection, entry and analysis; knowledge California native plants;
knowledge of horticulture and plant identification; familiarity with
endangered plant species issues; ability to work cooperatively with SDZG
colleagues as well as independently; computer literacy in MS Word, Excel,
Access; preferred experience with GPS and ArcGIS software; ability to
perform demanding outdoor physical labor in hot conditions, lift and carry
30 lbs, and hike in uneven terrain for 2 miles; and must have a valid
California driver’s license

Application Instructions: Apply online at
https://www.hrapply.com/sandiegozoo/AppJobView.jsp?link=7918=AppJobList.jsp=com.hrlogix.view.tags.bootstrap.table.JobListTable=requisition.requisition_id=1op=reset

To expedite application send letter of interest, resume, and two letters of
recommendation to: Dr. Joyce Maschinski, jmaschin...@sandiegozoo.org.  See
our website for further details about our program:
http://institute.sandiegozoo.org/plant-conservation.

 Salary commensurate with experience; SDZG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 Closing date for applications:  April 25, 2017 or until position is filled.

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement: Field Ecology Intern

[Steve Rust]

Dear ECOLOG_L Subscribers,

Nature's Capital is a small business located in Boise, Idaho. Our mission is to 
assist clients in maintaining and enhancing natural capital assets found in 
biological and physical resources. We provide scientifically sound, high 
quality ecological inventory and assessment information and management 
recommendations founded in knowledge of ecosystem processes and functions. We 
are working to fill seasonal Field Ecology Intern positions for the 2017 field 
season.

The Field Ecology Intern will work in a team of four to six individuals to 
assist in collecting and summarizing data on the ecology of forest, shrubland, 
and grassland vegetation. Duties include making observations and recording data 
on plant species composition, stand structure, and environmental factors 
influencing the distribution of plant species and communities. Duties may 
include recording, summarizing, and proofreading technical information; use of 
word processing, spreadsheet, database, or GIS software; or interpreting 
spatial imagery or other technical map products.

Work activities will require a positive orientation toward health and safety 
practices, ability to walk for several hours in (often steep) rugged terrain, 
work in extreme weather conditions, and work effectively in a team setting. 
Work schedules will require overnight travel and primitive camping in remote 
locations.

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must have completed introductory course work 
in biology within a program leading to a post-secondary degree in botany, 
ecology, environmental science, forestry, range, wildlife biology or a related 
field. Candidates for the intern position must demonstrate interest in 
acquiring skills and knowledge applicable to a career in terrestrial field 
biology (for example, identifying plants using a taxonomical key, measuring 
tree growth, sampling vegetation using standardized field protocols, rare plant 
or noxious weed survey methods, or habitat and population monitoring methods). 
Back country experience is required and must be documented either through work 
history or recreational activities such as hiking, skiing or mountaineering. 
Current certification in standard first aid is required (more advanced 
certification, for example, Wilderness First Responder, is preferred).

The Field Ecology Intern position will offer an excellent opportunity to 
acquire experience in a wide range of montane ecosystems throughout Idaho. 
Training will be provided in the use of basic tools such as a field compass, 
topographic maps, clinometer, hypsometer, and global positioning systems; 
identification of plant species; use of dichotomous keys; and in specific 
inventory and assessment protocols.

To apply for the Field Ecology Intern position, please send a cover letter, 
current resume, and contact information for three references as a single email 
attachment to sr...@naturescap.com. Please include the job title in the subject 
line. Candidates for the position should make contact as soon as possible. 
Hiring decisions are planned to begin on or before April 15, 2017.

Nature's Capital, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Salary and benefits for 
the intern position are competitive. Positions may be based in locations other 
than Boise, ID.

I will appreciate your assistance in distributing information about the Field 
Ecology Intern position.

Thank you,
Steve Rust.


Steven K. Rust
Nature's Capital
PO Box 8662
Boise, ID  83707
Office: 208.344.0388
Mobile: 208.559.6735

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement-UC Berkeley

[D Fry]

recruitment period is now open for an Associate Specialist Step I-IV 
position in the Dept of Environmental Science, Policy and Management. 
The specialist will conduct research under the supervision of the PI, Dr. 
Scott Stephens, in the field of Fire Science. 
Job description and application information is at: 
https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF01333

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Full-Time Acoustic Analyst, Santa Cruz CA

[Jeff Schlueter]

Employer: Conservation Metrics, Inc (www.conservationmetrics.com)
Title: Acoustic Analyst
Location: Santa Cruz, California

Job Description:
Conservation Metrics, Inc. is a fast-growing start-up committed to 
improving wildlife conservation through better monitoring.We specialize 
in using automated sensor networks and sophisticated detection and 
classification algorithms to increase the power of wildlife monitoring 
projects while reducing costs and logistical constraints.We have a 
global client base; including government agencies, non-government 
organizations, foundations, and energy companies. Projects include 
Before/After Control/Impact studies to quantify and compare the 
effectiveness of conservation actions, long-term monitoring projects, 
and surveys for species that may be extinct and/or data deficient.


The Acoustic Analyst processes recordings from passive acoustic sensors 
to detect and classify sounds of interest as part of wildlife survey and 
monitoring projects.Typical job duties will include managing data 
intake; applying detection models; reviewing classification outputs; 
summarizing analysis results; and drafting tables, figures, and text for 
reports. This position will be supervised by CMI’s Operations Manager, 
and will work collaboratively with our entire team of analysts and 
managers.CMI offers a fast-paced and dynamic work environment that 
encourages creativity and innovation.The position marries cutting edge 
technology (data science, sensor networks, Big Data, machine learning, 
etc.) with traditional fieldwork and research questions about 
fascinating species and ecosystems.Your work will have a direct impact 
on wildlife conservation.


Qualifications:
·1-2 years of experience in data science, script-based software (R, 
Python, Matlab), and data classification techniques


·1-2 years of experience in ecological research and/or monitoring 
projects. Experience with automated sensors and remote sensing 
technology is particularly beneficial


·BA/BS in Applied Math, Biology, Computer/Data Science, Statistics, 
Zoology or related disciplines


·Ability/Interest in learning new analysis techniques, and improvising 
and improving our own detection and classification software


·Excellent English language skills. Fluency in a second language is a plus

·Excellent organizational skill, ability to: work independently, solve 
problems with limited supervision, and prioritize workload to meet 
deadlines


Compensation: CMI offers a salary and benefits package that is 
competitive for the duties described, commensurate with experience. Our 
work schedule is 8-5:30 Monday through Thursday.


To Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume and 3 references to Jeff 
Schlueter at: analyst...@conservationmetrics.com

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement: Swarovski Waterschool Educator

[Natalie Marioni]

*Job Title:* Swarovsk Waterschool Educator
*Job Type: *part-time (approx. and no more than 29 hour/ wk)
*Job Duration: *April - December 2017, with likely extension for two years
pending additional funding
*Organization: *The National Great Rivers Research & Education Center/
Lewis and Clark Community College
*Location: *East Alton, IL (St. Louis Metro East region)
*Pay:* $18.29/hr
*Last Date to Apply:* April 3, 2017 (*Applications will be reviewed on a
rolling basis.*)

The Swarovski Waterschool educator will have an exciting opportunity to
join a project on the ground level, in advance of the summer launch of the
newly developed Swarovski Waterschool USA Mississippi River program housed
at the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC). The
Swarovski Waterschool global programs, established along many rivers of the
world including the Danube (Austria), Ganges (India), Yangtze (China), Nile
(Uganda), Amazon (Brazil), and now the Mississippi (United States),
educates children ages 8-15 and their communities about the ecological,
economic, social and cultural issues that affect water use on a local and
global level, and provides clean drinking water and sanitation in schools
and communities across the globe. The newest Swarovski Waterschool at
NGRREC is the first in North America and is located on the Mississippi
River, at the confluence of the Illinois, Mississippi, and Missouri Rivers.
NGRREC’s Swarovski Waterschool educator will join a team of professionals
to plan, develop, implement, coordinate, and evaluate educational programs
relating to the Swarovski Waterschool USA Mississippi River program. A
primary goal of this Waterschool program is to empower youth to make
tangible, positive impacts on how their community interacts with and makes
decisions about the watershed. This goal is accomplished through a
combination of hands-on educational activities and educator professional
development designed to increase student understanding of the human
connection to and reliance on a healthy, functioning river ecosystem by
people living alongside and with the Mississippi River.

*Position Description:* Work with the Education Director and Swarovski
Waterschool partner team to plan, develop, implement, coordinate, and
evaluate educational programs relating to the Swarovski Waterschool USA
Mississippi River program, a program housed at the National Great Rivers
Research and Education Center. The goal of this Waterschool program is to
empower youth to make tangible, positive impacts on how their community
interacts with and makes decisions about the watershed. This goal is
accomplished through a combination of hands-on educational activities and
educator professional development designed to increase student
understanding of the human connection to and reliance on a healthy,
functioning river ecosystem by people living alongside and with the
Mississippi River.

Candidates must have a BA or BS in environmental education, life science,
environmental science, or other related field. Graduate candidates in areas
of environmental education are encouraged to apply. For additional
qualification requirements or other  information, please see the full
announcement: http://jobs.lc.edu/postings/1110.

Natalie Marioni
Director of Environmental Education & Citizen Science
The National Great Rivers Research & Education Center (www.ngrrec.org)
Ph: #618.468.2783

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Plant Ecology Technician

[Miller, Kathryn]

The Schoodic Institute is recruiting a seasonal Plant Ecology Technician 
to conduct long-term vegetation and contribute to forest research in the 
Acadia National Park Region.
 
Job Title: Plant Ecology Technician
Job Type: full-time, temporary position
Organization: Schoodic Institute
Location: Bar Harbor, ME 
Open Period: February 16- March 2
Vacancies: 1 technician
Duration: 15 weeks mid May to August (exact dates TBD)
Pay: $14/hour
 
Job Description:
The incumbent will contribute to forest research programs with the 
Schoodic Institute, and assist with long-term vegetation monitoring 
programs in Acadia National Park. The incumbent will attend 2 weeks of 
forest crew training in Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical 
Park and Morristown National Historical Park. The incumbent will then 
rotate time between assisting the Forest Ecology Program Director with 
forest research (approx. 4-6 weeks) and sampling forest and freshwater 
wetland vegetation for long-term monitoring programs in Acadia National 
Park (approx. 7 weeks).
 
This is a field-based position, and incumbent will be required to carry a 
35+ pound pack, work in all weather conditions, and hike off trail through 
rough terrain. Incumbent may be exposed to deer ticks that carry Lyme 
disease, biting insects, poison ivy and dense brush. Park housing will be 
available at the field station (Bar Harbor, ME), and the incumbent will be 
required to pay for housing while at their field station.  When away from 
field station (approx. 2 weeks), Schoodic Institute will pay lodging and 
per diem costs.  
 
For more information and to apply, please view the announcement on the 
Schoodic website:

https://www.schoodicinstitute.org/about/employment-opportunities/plant-
ecology-technician/

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Forest Ecology Technicians

[Miller, Kathryn]

The Schoodic Institute is recruiting 3 seasonal Forest Ecology Technicians 
to be a part of a 4 person field crew that will be collecting forest 
health data in 16 parks throughout the Eastern US.
 
Job Title: Forest Ecology Technician
Job Type: full-time, temporary position
Organization: Schoodic Institute
Location: Bar Harbor, ME (Field Station first 10 weeks), and 
Fredericksburg, VA (Field Station second 9 weeks)
Open Period: February 16- March 2
Vacancies: 3 crew members
Duration: 19 weeks mid May to September (exact dates TBD)
Pay: $16/hour
 
Job Description:
Incumbents will sample permanent forest monitoring plots collecting data 
on forest health, structure and composition, regeneration, understory 
vegetation, coarse woody debris, and soil characteristics. The crew will 
work in 16 park sites from Virginia to Maine, starting with a week of 
training in Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park in 
Woodstock, VT.  The first 4 weeks of the season will be spent sampling 
National Historic Parks in New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut.  The 
crew will then spend approximately 5 weeks sampling in Acadia National 
Park, and 8 weeks working in Mid-Atlantic parks located in Virginia and 
Pennsylvania.  The crew will stay in park housing where available, and 
lodging may include hotels, historic buildings and cabins.  Other duties 
may include pressing unknown plant specimens, equipment maintenance and 
repair, preparing soil samples for processing, and data entry.
 
This is largely a field based position, and incumbents will be required to 
carry heavy field equipment (40+lbs), hike though rough terrain, learn and 
identify plants common to eastern forests, and work in all weather 
conditions.  Incumbent may be exposed to deer ticks that carry Lyme 
disease, biting insects, poison ivy and dense brush. Park housing will be 
available at the field stations (Bar Harbor, ME and Fredericksburg, VA), 
and crew will be required to pay for housing while at their field station.  
When away from field station (approx. 50% of the time), Schoodic Institute 
will pay lodging and per diem costs.  
 
For more information and to apply, please view the announcement on the 
Schoodic website:
https://www.schoodicinstitute.org/about/employment-opportunities/forest-
ecology-technician/

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Forest Ecology Field Technicians (CA)

[Marissa Goodwin]

Position Description:

We are hiring field technicians to work at the Teakettle Experimental 
Forest. Teakettle is a 1300 ha old-growth, mixed-conifer forest 80 km 
east of Fresno, CA at 2200 m elevation in the Sierra Nevada. Duties will 
include, but are not limited to mapping forest structure and shrub cover 
using a surveyor’s total station, basic tree measurements, and assisting 
visiting scientists with their projects as needed. These projects may
include: basic soils work (coring, soil moisture, etc.), small mammal 
trapping, seedling inventories, understory plant surveys, soil 
respiration measurement, microclimate data collection and tree coring. 
Desired skills include plant identification, use of a total station, 
basic knowledge of tree measurements, and previous experience working as 
a crewmember. The facilities at Teakettle are rustic due to the remote 
location of the station. The cabin has solar power, bathrooms, kitchen 
and common space; individuals will spend the summer sleeping in tents. 
The nearest town for supplies is Shaver Lake, CA, approximately a 1-hour 
drive from the field station.

The pay is $14/hr. The field season will begin in mid-June and run 
through late August 2017. Transportation to the field location is the 
responsibility of the technician.

To apply please visit https://unmjobs.unm.edu/

Title:  Field Research Assistant   
Posting Number:  0837551  

The application deadline is February 26, 2017.

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please 
email Marissa Goodwin at mjgood...@unm.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Forest Ecology Field Technicians (CA)

[Marissa Goodwin]

Position Description:

We are hiring field technicians to work at the Teakettle Experimental 
Forest. Teakettle is a 1300 ha old-growth, mixed-conifer forest 80 km 
east of Fresno, CA at 2200 m elevation in the Sierra Nevada. Duties will 
include, but are not limited to mapping forest structure and shrub cover 
using a surveyor’s total station, basic tree measurements, and assisting 
visiting scientists with their projects as needed. These projects may 
include: basic soils work (coring, soil moisture, etc.), small mammal 
trapping, seedling inventories, understory plant surveys, soil 
respiration measurement, microclimate data collection and tree coring. 
Desired skills include plant identification, use of a total station, 
basic knowledge of tree measurements, and previous experience working as 
a crewmember. The facilities at Teakettle are rustic due to the remote 
location of the station. The cabin has solar power, bathrooms, kitchen 
and common space; individuals will spend the summer sleeping in tents. 
The nearest town for supplies is Shaver Lake, CA, approximately a 1-hour 
drive from the field station.

The pay is $14/hr. The field season will begin in mid-June and run 
through late August 2017. Transportation to the field location is the 
responsibility of the technician.

To apply please visit https://unmjobs.unm.edu/

Title:  Field Research Assistant   
Posting Number:  0837551  

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please 
email Marissa Goodwin at mjgood...@unm.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal Job Announcement: High Mountain Lakes Field Assistant

[Isaac Chellman]

Term: 
Seasonal position from approximately June 1 to October 31, 2017.
(Start date is dependent on spring snow pack and trail access. End date is
subject to change due to cold weather and snow.)

Schedule: 
The schedule is typically a 40-hour work period but is dependent upon
weather, work load, etc. A 40-hour period is generally Mon – Thursday, 10
hours per day with 3 days off, but may include Mon-Friday, 8 hours per day.

Hourly pay rate: 
$12.11 – $14.36

Work Duties: 
The successful applicant will serve as a member of a 2-person field crew for
extended trips in backcountry and front country terrain. Primarily, the team
will work at restoration sites focused on the removal of non-native trout to
benefit Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frog populations (Rana sierrae). Gill
nets, and occasionally backpack electrofishers, will be used for fish
removal. The restoration sites are in three northern California wilderness
areas, range in elevation from 6,000 to 9,000’, and will require a
combination of backpacking and 4WD to access. The team will also conduct
surveys of nearby Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frog populations. In addition
to these duties, approximately 10% of the job will consist of monitoring and
resource assessment of backcountry fisheries throughout the northern Sierra
Nevada, therefore the ability to implement multiple survey protocols to
collect fish, amphibian, and habitat data for lakes, streams, and meadows in
the Sierra Nevada is necessary for success.

Physical Demands: 
Field work often involves extended travel with a backpack over rugged, high
elevation terrain, both on trail and off trail. There is potential for
exposure to all types of weather, slippery rocks, insects, poison oak, rough
or fast-moving water, and cold water temperatures. Long periods of hiking,
carrying equipment, swimming, and/or standing may be required. All survey,
backpacking, and camping equipment is provided


Minimum Qualifications: 
The successful applicant must possess the following minimum qualifications:
- Must possess a valid California driver’s license, Class C.
- Education equivalent to completion of two years of college with a minimum
of 10 semester hours in science (transcript required) OR one year of
equivalent work experience surveying, studying, or evaluation fish or
wildlife populations, data, habitats, or other related work experience.
- Ability to lift and carry heavy loads over rugged cross-country terrain
for extended periods of time in a high elevation wilderness setting.
- Ability to live and work safely in a remote wilderness setting.

Desired Qualifications: 
Ideally, the successful applicant will possess the following skills:
- Experience with fish survey techniques, including gill-netting,
electrofishing, snorkeling, or similar techniques.
- Experience and aptitude operating handheld electronic equipment, such as
digital cameras, GPS units, radios, PDAs, etc.
- Experience backpacking, traveling, or working in high elevation
backcountry wilderness settings is highly desirable.
- Sufficient experience with computer applications to input and manage data,
including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Access.
- Ability to be well organized and handle occasionally challenging field
logistics.
- Ability to thoroughly collect data.
- Ability to effectively communicate with field crew members and the public.

Contact information:
Please e-mail a resume, including 3 professional references (and copy of
your transcripts, if applicable) to isaac.chell...@wildlife.ca.gov. Cover
letters are not required.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Greenhouse Research Technician, WI

[Kern, Christel C -FS]

Greenhouse Research Assistantships Available for Summer 2017

Prescribed fire effects on seedbanks of pine barrens



Department of Forestry, Michigan State University

and USDA Forest Service Northern Research Station



Position description: The Department of Forestry at Michigan State University, 
in collaboration with USDA Forest Service Northern Research Station, is seeking 
a highly motivated seasonal research technician for Summer 2017 to assist with 
a project investigating soil heating processes and the effects of soil heating 
on soil carbon, nutrients, seedbanks and hardwood regeneration in the 
Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. The technician will be primarily 
responsible for maintaining the field-collected soil samples in a seed bank 
germination greenhouse study near Rhinelander, WI, U.S.A. The technician will 
have opportunity to also participate in field activities. The technician will 
be co-supervised by a Project Manager and Research Scientist.  The technician 
will be trained on the job and responsible for following safety and study 
protocols. In addition, opportunity exists for technician to pursue mentored 
independent research related to the overall project goals. The abstract for the 
project is available here: 
http://www.firescience.gov/JFSP_advanced_search_results_detail.cfm?jdbid=%24%26J3%3CW%40%2
 0%20%0A



Qualifications: The successful applicants will have the following knowledge, 
skills and abilities: 1) previous greenhouse experience as a technician; 2) 
strong organization and communication skills; 3) demonstrated ability to work 
well independently and in a team environment; 4) demonstrated commitment to 
completing work with a high level of initiative, skill and professionalism; 5) 
a high aptitude for adverse environmental conditions; and 6) possession of a 
valid US driver's license. We desire the technician to have experience in plant 
identification in the upper Lake States region, specifically northern dry 
forests and pine barrens.



Working conditions: This position will be largely greenhouse-based. In the 
greenhouse, the technician is responsible for providing own gear, including 
supportive, closed-toe shoes, to accommodate long periods of standing and the 
warm, humid conditions of a greenhouse.  For occasional field work, the 
conditions may include exposure to inclement weather, full sun, biting insects, 
and poison ivy and walking over uneven terrain; lifting and carrying field 
packs weighing up to 40 lb.; bending, squatting, kneeling, sitting or standing 
for prolonged periods of time; operating measurement or sampling equipment with 
a strong level of fine motor skills; and performing repetitive tasks with a 
high level of precision and accuracy. Personal protective equipment necessary 
for performing the position will be provided. The technician will be 
responsible for providing their own personal field gear (appropriate field 
clothing, footwear, daypack, etc.).


Salary: Hourly wage commensurate with experience, for 40 hours/week starting 
approximately June 5, 2017 and continuing for approximately 4.5 months. We may 
be able to accommodate earlier or later start & end dates with advance 
notification (please specify any start/end date requests in your cover letter).

Location: The position is located near Rhinelander, WI. Occasional overnight 
travel may be required to perform field measurements in Ashland, WI.

Housing: Housing is not provided.  Reasonable dormitory accommodations are 
available at a University of Wisconsin field station 20 minutes north of the 
office location.

To Apply: Applicants should email as a single PDF: 1) a letter of interest 
detailing your qualifications for the position and the dates of your 
availability, 2) resume/CV with list of relevant coursework, and 3) a list of 
three professional references with contact information (institution, email 
address, phone number), to Dr. Christel Kern at 
cck...@fs.fed.us . Please name your file as: 
LastnameFirstname_Application_MMDD.

Application deadline: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis 
beginning February 15, 2017 so you are encouraged to apply as early as possible.



For more information: Contact Dr. Christel Kern at cck...@fs.fed.us or Dr. 
Jessica Miesel at miese...@msu.edu.





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[ECOLOG-L] JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

[Carter Johnson]

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Research Assistant
Department of Natural Resource Management
South Dakota State University

The Department of Natural Resource Management at South Dakota State University 
(SDSU) is 
offering an exciting opportunity as a Research Assistant. The job duties of the 
candidate are to 
expand and enhance the digital mapping data that contribute to the overall 
mapping objectives of the 
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s National Wetlands Inventory. This is a 
12-month, full-time position. 
This position is supervised by Michele R. Dudash.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:
•   Planning and conducting field work to preview photography prior to 
interpretation, and to check 
accuracy of interpretation.  Includes accurate identification of wetland 
vegetation;
•   Compile field trip site reports, write field trip daily notes and 
summary reports, and compile and 
write user notes for 1:100:000 quadrants;
•   Write area-specific user reports to be included in metadata files for 
new and updated digital 
wetland data;
•   Organize and file aerial photography and topographic maps, maintain 
facilities and equipment;
•   Produce or update wetland data using digital GIS research procedures 
for current and future 
research projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
•   Bachelor of Sciences degree in a Natural Resource discipline or a 
closely related field completed 
by date of application;
•   Experience utilizing ESRI ArcGIS software and other software utilities; 
•   Ability to interpret color aerial imagery;
•   Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences;
•   Excellent oral and written communication skills;
•   Demonstrated organizational and time management skills;
•   Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a contributing team 
member; 
•   Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire, 
and willingness to travel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•   Identify wetland and terrestrial vegetation in the field;
•   Ability to interpret and classify wetlands from high altitude 
photographic data;
•   Ability to utilize the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) 
soil survey database;
•   Understand the standards defined in the Classification of Wetlands and 
Deepwater Habitats of 
the United States;
•   Previous National Wetlands Inventory experience;
•   Experience in producing technical materials and peer-reviewed journal 
articles; 
•   Ability to assist in developing funding proposals to support new and/or 
enhanced programming.

SALARY:
The salary will be commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications.

UNIVERSITY/COMMUNITY:
The Morrill Act land-grant university of South Dakota, South Dakota State 
University is the state’s 
largest and most comprehensive teaching and research institution. Classified by 
the Carnegie 
Foundation as a high-research activity university with more than $70 million in 
annual research 
expenditures, the university enrolls approximately 12,500 students from all 
states and 62 countries in 
six degree-granting colleges and the graduate school. Students select from 70 
undergraduate 
majors, 12 Ph.D. programs, two professional doctoral degrees, and 29 master’s 
degree programs. 
The university also offers courses at off-campus sites, as well as 
undergraduate and graduate 
courses and programs online through the Office of Continuing and Extended 
Education.  

The NRM Department is composed of three major research foci: Ecology and 
Environmental 
Sciences, Rangeland Ecology and Management, and Wildlife and Fisheries 
Sciences.  The 
department is also the home of the USGS South Dakota Cooperative Fish and 
Wildlife Research Unit. 

The university’s main campus is located in Brookings (population 22,056), the 
state’s fourth-largest 
city.  Brookings, located on Interstate 29 near the Minnesota border, is  home 
to a broad economic 
base that includes national and international manufacturers. The city offers 
many parks and 
recreational venues, the Children’s Museum of South Dakota, the annual 
Brookings Summer Arts 
Festival in July, and the Brookings Marathon each May. The public school 
district serves more than 
2,900 students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The commercial airport at 
Sioux Falls, a 
metropolitan area of more than 200,000 people, is a 45-minute drive south on 
Interstate 29. The 
Twin Cities and Omaha are within a four-hour drive of Brookings. Mount Rushmore 
and the scenic 
Black Hills recreational area, popular tourist destinations, are located on the 
western side of the 
state.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  
Position is open until filled with full consideration given to applications 
received by March 1, 2017.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
SDSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site.  To apply, visit: 
 
https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job 
announcement, and click on 
“apply

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Multimedia Science Communications Specialist (Faculty Assistant)

[Christine Maietta]

Multimedia Science Communications Specialist (Faculty Assistant)

We are searching for a science communications specialist with multimedia and 
video experience to 
support SESYNC in improving research on society’s most complex environmental 
problems. 

SESYNC is producing a series of informational and training videos on 
socio-environmental synthesis, a 
research approach focused on the complex interactions between human and natural 
systems. The 
videos will provide 1) an entry point, 2) examples, and 3) training/instruction 
to answer the questions 
‘what is socio-environmental synthesis?’ and ‘how do you do socio-environmental 
synthesis?’ The goal 
of the videos is to tell stories about socio-environmental science and why it 
is important, as well as help 
our audience realize their research goals. The videos will appear on a 
multimedia website geared toward 
helping our target audience find resources. In addition to the videos, the 
website will include 
complementary text, links to print materials (articles and references), links 
to other open-access web 
content, and other educational content developed at SESYNC. We envision a 
dynamic website with 
content that will be consistently updated and highlighted through SESYNC 
communications activities as 
well as through external channels.

We are therefore seeking a multimedia science communications specialist 
(faculty assistant) with strong 
video skills to aid our faculty in getting the word out to a largely academic 
audience. The candidate will 
provide technical support and research on best practices to manage content, 
presentation and 
promotion of these materials and the related website. Primary responsibilities 
will include identifying 
content for science videos based on guidance from SESYNC leadership, and 
working with internal and 
external collaborators to create multimedia training and storytelling products 
that build capacity for the 
socio-environmental research community. The incumbent will collaborate with 
SESYNC researchers and 
with a video production company to determine effective educational and 
communication strategies for 
video design and structure; generate multimedia content; develop a plan for web 
presentation; research 
the current state of socio-environmental synthesis work; and, if necessary, 
manage a contractor 
relationship with a web developer. The incumbent will work closely with 
SESYNC’s communications team 
and senior researchers to ensure the final product meets the Center’s goals and 
requirements. In 
addition, the incumbent will contribute to the overall SESYNC communications 
program with particular 
emphasis on producing research-based multimedia content for web and social 
media platforms.

This is a full-time, term position for a period of one year; continuation of 
the position will be determined 
based on SESYNC’s needs and incumbent performance. Position will begin in early 
2017.

Required qualifications:
•   Bachelor’s degree in science, journalism, or communications and two 
years’ professional 
experience
•   Experience using audio/video editing software (e.g. Final Cut Pro) to 
produce high quality film 
segments that include audio, visual and graphic content
•   Experience with and knowledge of best practices in web content design 
and management (e.g. 
Wordpress or Drupal) and YouTube content management
•   Demonstrated knowledge of current scientific issues related to 
socio-environmental systems
•   Excellent written and interpersonal communications abilities

Preferred qualifications:
•   Master’s degree in science, journalism, or communications
•   Proven ability to research and develop educational, training, or 
communications materials for 
academic, scientific, or non-profit organizations
•   Knowledge of and experience with graphic design principles and software 
(e.g. Adobe Creative 
Suite)
•   Experience with developing or contributing to communications plans for 
web-based content
•   Project management experience, especially managing external contractors

To Apply:
Submit resume, cover letter that includes description of above qualifications 
names and contact 
information for three professional references, and 1-3 examples of video, web, 
or (preferably) 
multimedia work. If possible, submit a web link to the examples using the 
fields below. If the examples 
are not available online, please contact Kristal Jones at kjo...@sesync.org for 
instructions on 
submitting a/v or multimedia files. For best consideration, please apply by 
Feb. 17, 2017. 

The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities and 
Women Are Encouraged to 
Apply 

[ECOLOG-L] JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: Southwest Seed Partnership Coordinator

[Tom Kaye]

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT:  Southwest Seed Partnership Coordinator

Employer: Institute for Applied Ecology, Southwest Program
100 La Salle Circle, Suite B, Santa Fe, NM  87505.  Phone: 541-207-7977

Applications due by February 20th, 2017

The Institute for Applied Ecology (IAE) is a nonprofit organization whose
mission is to conserve native species and habitats through restoration,
research and education.  Our Southwest Program works in New Mexico and
Arizona.  We cultivate partnerships to facilitate large-scale, regional
conservation projects, develop ecologically appropriate sources of native
seed, provide native species education opportunities and materials, and
conduct on-the-ground habitat restoration and applied research.

IAE SW seeks to hire a Southwest Seed Partnership Coordinator with
exceptional communication skills and a background in botany, crop science,
restoration, ecology, or related field to lead a multi-regional seed
program.  The goal of the Southwest Seed Partnership (SWSP) is to increase
the supply and diversity of appropriate native plant materials by
coordinating the needs of restoration partners and facilitating the native
seed industry for the southwest. The SWSP is an implementation of the
National Seed Strategy.

Specific responsibilities include:  Make high quality native plant
materials available for restoration by leading a number of activities:
•Native seed collection
oDevelop target species lists.
oSupervise and oversee NM seed crew and collection activities.  Collect
seed using Seeds of Success (SOS) protocols. Coordinate with AZ seed crew.
Properly store and clean seed.
oBuild accessions for grow-out.   Determine appropriate seed zones and
research needed.
•Native seed production
oProduction contracts, oversight of production fields, and support and
expand the native seed industry for the southwest.
•Native seed database tracking (in Access and geodatabase)
•SWSP Coordination
oWork with project funders (US Forest Service R3 and NM Bureau of Land
Management) and other stakeholders (public and private land managers,
conservation organizations, contractors, and native seed producers) to
address diverse restoration needs in NM and AZ.
oFacilitate 1-3 stakeholder meetings per year and help the partnership
reach consensus on important plant materials decisions.  Lead meetings for
one or more subcommittees.
oMaintain content/design for the SWSP webpage/website.  Write reports,
make web posts, and give presentations.
oDevelop a strategic plan for the Southwest Seed Partnership to
increasing capacity, create a budget and 5 year plan for collection and
production, and identify program benchmarks.
•Write grant proposals to advance program goals and the continuation of
the Coordinator position.
•Out-of-town travel (New Mexico and Arizona) and field work (up to 40%
of the time) may be required as needed to complete these tasks.  Overnight
travel is expected about 10 times per year, possibly more, and may include
periodic camping.

Minimum Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s degree in biology/botany, agriculture, or related field
with 2 years of experience.
•Outgoing, energetic, and flexible. Excellent interpersonal, verbal,
and written communication skills. Experience working in groups, networking,
and engaging in public speaking and ability to effectively facilitate large
meetings.  Crew lead experience.
•Highly organized.  Ability to manage multiple/complex objectives.
Able to set priorities and take initiative.
•Knowledge and experience with native seed and plants, restoration, and
ecology.  Interest in working with farmers.
•Proficient with MS Office, especially Access and Excel.

Preferred Skills:
•Master’s degree plus 2 years of relevant experience.
•Strong GIS skills.
•Field experience working in southwest habitats and familiarity with
the flora.  Knowledge of southwest restoration needs and potential native
seed stakeholders.
•Knowledge of the Bureau of Land Management SOS protocols and seed
transfer zone considerations.
•Experience working with native seed producers and understanding of the
nursery trade and seed production at different scales.
•Experience designing and implementing a research project.
•Successful grant writing track record.
•Some fluency with Spanish.

Compensation and start date:
•The pay rate for this position will be $19 per hour.
•This is a full-time position (40 hour work week) and is eligible for
IAE’s competitive benefits package, including health insurance and 401k
retirement plan.
•Funding for this position is secured for one year of employment,
beginning in March 2017.  However the position is intended to be extended
past one year, pending additional funding.

How to Apply:
To apply for this position, submit:
•Letter of interest – In your letter of interest state when you would
be able to work, and state that we may contact references

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Natural Resources Research Technicians, WI DNR

[Reuling, Laura F - DNR]

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Employment Announcement

Title: LTE - NAT RES RESEARCH TECHNICIAN (6 Positions)

Contact: Dustin R Bronson
Location: Rhinelander Service Center, 107 Sutliff Avenue, Rhinelander, WI 54501
Telephone Number: (608) 469-6680
Hourly Rate: $16.000 per hour.
Duration: Job starts approximately April 16, 2017

Job Description: NAT RES RESEARCH TECHNICIAN - LTE
70% A. Field data collection. 
A1. Timber cruising for tree basal area by species 
A2. Assessment of tree saplings and seedlings by species 
A3. Herbaceous plant assessments 
A4. Establishment of study infrastructure 

20% B. Laboratory work. 
B1. Establish cruise points in mapping software 
B2. Data entry, quality assurance and control 

10% C. Soil collection and processing. 
C1. Collection of soils from study sites 
C2. Drying and processing soils for analysis

Knowledge Required: The Wisconsin DNR will be hiring forestry technicians 
within the Division of Forestry, Forest Science section. These positions will 
focus on quantifying the amount and type of forest regeneration after a variety 
of silviculture techniques. Work will include forest understory assessments, 
tree basal area measurements, plant species identification, and study plot 
establishment. The majority of the work will be outside in the forests. 
Applicants will be expected to work in a wide range of weather conditions and 
be in good physical condition to handle daily hiking with gear. Preferred start 
date is mid-April, but some flexibility in the start date depending on the 
availability of qualified applicants. The position will be based out of the 
Wisconsin DNR Rhinelander Service Center, but will require extensive travel 
across Wisconsin. Independent travel in state vehicles is required so the 
successful candidate must possess a valid driver's license. 

Application Deadline: February 17, 2017
To Apply: Submit Form 9100-162 LTE Application 
(http://dnr.wi.gov/employment/lte/9100162_fillExt.pdf, hard copy also available 
at most DNR offices) , resume, cover letter and references to:

Dustin R Bronson
dustin.bron...@wisconsin.gov 
107 Sutliff Avenue 
Rhinelander, WI 54501 
RE: Job Code 10872 

Application materials will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will 
be invited for an interview.
Additional Information: You will be required to attend an on-boarding session 
on April 17, 2015, prior to your start date at the property. Start date for 
students currently enrolled in classes may be later. 
A well-qualified applicant would have interest in pursuing a career in the 
field of natural resources. Applicants should have some experience in forest 
cruising and identification of tree species native to northern Wisconsin. 
Additional preference will be given to applicants who are familiar with GPS 
navigation and ArcGIS. Applicants will be expected to work independently and 
have experience with Excel and basic Windows programs.

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Seeking Crab Research Biologist in Kodiak, AK

[Slater, Laura M (DFG)]

Please share this opportunity for a crab research biologist with Alaska 
Department of Fish and Game in Kodiak, Alaska. This position is open to all 
applicants and closes February 8.



https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska/jobs/1627181/fishery-biologist-ii-pcn-11-1428



This position serves in the regional marine fisheries research section and is 
responsible for leading the management of research projects on Chionoecetes 
crabs in the Bering Sea to provide information for management. This position 
plans and manages research projects, manages budgets, supervises staff, and 
analyzes and reports findings.





Laura Slater

Crab Research Biologist

ADF - Division of Commercial Fisheries

laura.sla...@alaska.gov

(907) 486-1831

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: GIS position with Naval Facilities Engineering Command Atlantic

[Danielle Jones]

Hello,



Naval Facilities Engineering Command Atlantic is seeking to hire a GIS
analyst with extensive expertise in marine resources data management and
analysis.



Applicants must be US citizens, eligible to receive a Secret security
clearance, and be willing to relocate to Norfolk, Virginia. The job
announcement and more information can be accessed via USA Jobs here:



INTERDISCIPLINARY COMMUNITY PLANNER/NATURAL RESOURCES SPECIALIST/PHYSICAL
SCIENTIST, GS-0020, 0401, 1301-12; RPA 570002.  Announcement is scheduled
to post on Friday 1/13/2017 and close on Friday 1/20/2017.



https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/461935200



Please do NOT contact this sender with further inquiries.



Thank you,



Danielle Jones

Marine Resources Specialist, Environmental Conservation (EV53)

Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Atlantic

6506 Hampton Blvd | Norfolk, VA | 23508-1278

Office: 757-322-4085

danielle.jo...@navy.mil

[ECOLOG-L] Research Technician job announcement

[Misty Nelson]

Job Title: Research Technician
Institution: Humboldt State University Sponsored Programs Foundation
Location: Central Valley & Mojave Desert, California
Closing date: Application review begins December 27, 2016. Position(s) will
remain open until filled.

Job Summary: 
Nine (9) Research Technicians will be hired through a contract with Humboldt
State University Sponsored Programs Foundation to support the California
Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) “Terrestrial Species Stressor
Monitoring” project.  The goal of this project is to monitor terrestrial
wildlife populations (including birds, mammals, reptiles, & amphibians) and
their vulnerability to drought and other stressors.  Under the general
direction of CDFW Project Managers, technicians will work as part of a
resource assessment team responsible for implementing field surveys at
selected sites throughout the Great Valley and Mojave Desert Ecoregions of
California. Training will take place in Sacramento, CA during late
February/early March 2017.  Field work will occur from March through June
2017, and may require working over 40 hours/week, MondayFriday, and will
require extensive travel. Teams will be assigned to either the Great Valley
or Mojave Desert for the duration of the field season. 

Duties: 
Typical duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
 • Test, calibrate, and maintain field sampling equipment, including
infrared camera traps and digital acoustic recorders
 • Assess potential sampling sites for suitability and access
 • Safely perform strenuous field work, including driving and hiking long
distances over rugged terrain in extreme weather conditions, carrying heavy
equipment (up to 50 lbs), and operating hand tools
 • Set up, check, and take down camera stations and acoustic recorders,
including following detailed protocols and troubleshooting sensitive
electronic equipment in remote locations
 • Collect biological data using standardized inventory methods, including
vegetation surveys, amphibian and reptile visual encounter surveys, and bird
point count surveys
 • Legibly and accurately enter data on paper forms
 • Download electronic data, enter survey data into databases, and perform
quality control checks of all data collected
 • Prepare monthly reports such as time sheets, travel expense claims, and
mileage logs
 • Communicate regularly with CDFW Project Managers and field personnel
regarding project logistics, completion status, equipment needs, personnel
issues, and safety concerns
 • Communicate effectively and professionally with landowners, agency
representatives, and the general public
 • Travel to study sites for up to a week at a time throughout the field
season (MarchJune), including camping in remote locations
 • Other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications: 
 • Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or a closely-related field of
study from an accredited fouryear college or university; OR
 • One to two years of experience and/or training in biological surveying,
field sampling, studying/evaluating wildlife populations and habitats, or
other related fields
 • Valid driver’s license and safe driving record

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 • Proven ability to accurately collect, record, and report data, and adhere
to data collection and safety protocols in a field setting
 • Physical capability and endurance to safely and efficiently conduct field
work in remote settings under inclement weather conditions, including the
ability to hike offtrail across steep and rough terrain, while carrying
heavy equipment
 • Strong organizational skills and proficiency using common computer
software programs (e.g., spreadsheets, word processing, databases,
electronic mail)
 • Experience conducting camera trap surveys and interpreting camera trap data
 • Experience conducting bioacoustic monitoring
 • Experience performing vegetation surveys and/or plant identification.
Familiarity with California Central Valley and/or Mojave Desert plant
species is preferred.
 • Experience conducting avian point count surveys and/or identifying bird
species by vocalizations. Familiarity with California Central Valley and/or
Mojave Desert bird species is preferred.
 • Experience identifying reptile and amphibian species and/or conducting
visual encounter surveys for these taxa. Familiarity with California Central
Valley and/or Mojave Desert species is preferred.
 • Experience identifying terrestrial mammal and bat species and/or
conducting surveys for these species.  Familiarity with California Central
Valley and/or Mojave Desert species is preferred.
 • Strong written and verbal communication skills
 • Ability to maintain professional working relationships with supervisors
and peers
 • Ability and willingness to travel for up to a week at a time throughout
the field season (MarchJune), camping in remote areas
 • Proficiency navigating with maps and handheld GPS
 • Experience driving 4x4 vehicles in rugged terrain

Wage: 

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Assistant/Associate Professor in Marine Vertebrate Biology at TAMUG

[Anna Armitage]

Position Announcement: Assistant/Associate Professor in Marine Vertebrate 
Biology
Texas A University, Galveston Campus
The Department of Marine Biology at Texas A University at Galveston (TAMUG) 
invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor position 
in the area of marine vertebrate biology, with an emphasis on modern users of 
passive and/or active acoustics, and a potential focus on marine mammals, 
marine birds, sea turtles, and/or fishes. We seek an individual with a Ph.D. 
whose research complements and enhances that of faculty in the Department of 
Marine Biology (www.tamug.edu/marb) and in other 
departments of the University. We are particularly interested in recruiting 
someone who has developed innovative research approaches to the field and who 
will be comfortable developing multidisciplinary partnerships with other 
research groups across the university. We are particularly interested in 
receiving applications from individuals with a strong record of instrumentation 
development (electronics, remote telemetry, etc.). Teaching responsibilities 
will include contributing to the need of the Department and advanced courses in 
the candidate's area of specialization. The successful applicant will be 
expected to establish and sustain a vigorous externally funded research program 
and potential collaborations with other Departments (e.g. Engineering) as well 
as mentor undergraduate and graduate students.  Salary is commensurate with 
qualifications and experience.
TAMUG is the ocean-oriented branch campus of Texas A University (TAMU) and is 
presently undergoing continuous growth and expansion of its physical 
facilities. In addition to undergraduate programs, TAMUG is the host campus of 
a graduate-level Interdisciplinary Degree Program (IDP) in Marine Biology, 
which is comprised of faculty from six departments within the Texas A 
University System. Apart from the IDP, members of the Department of Marine 
Biology can also obtain joint or graduate appointments in departments on the 
College Station and Galveston campuses. A large scale initiative in Ocean and 
Multidisciplinary Engineering on the Galveston campus offers multiple 
opportunities for multidisciplinary   collaborations. The Department occupies 
space in the Ocean and Coastal Studies Building, a LEED-certified facility home 
to over 20 research laboratories, two teaching laboratories, and a Sea Life 
Center with running sea water systems. More information on the Department and 
the campus can be found at http://www.tamug.edu

Applications should be received by January 31, 2017 for full consideration. 
Anticipated start date for the position is Fall 2017.  The department is 
especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their 
research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the 
academic community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and 
veterans are encouraged to apply. To apply, send a curriculum vitae, statement 
of current research and teaching interests and list of three references with 
contact information to: Chair, Marine Biology Search Committee PAR # 3981, c/o 
Human Resources Department, Texas A University at Galveston, P.O. Box 1675, 
200 Seawolf Parkway, Galveston, TX 77553-1675 or by email referencing PAR # 
3981 (h...@tamug.edu). For more information regarding 
the position, contact the Department Head of Marine Biology (Dr. John R. 
Schwarz) by e-mail (schwa...@tamug.edu). Employment 
is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and verification 
of eligibility to work in the U.S.

Texas A & M University, Galveston Campus is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative 
Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer committed to Diversity. Notice of 
Non-discrimination: 
http://vpfa.tamu.edu/media/642261/NoticeOfNonDiscrimination.pdf