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NEIWPCC and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) are seeking a full-time Environmental Analyst to provide technical assistance and program support for the Stream Monitoring and Assessment Section (SMAS), Division of Water, Bureau of Water Assessment and Management at NYSDEC as part of the Drinking Water Source Protection Program (DWSP2). The primary goal of Source Water Protection in New York State is to develop and implement source water protection measures for public water systems throughout the state. NEIWPCC and NYSDEC are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Environmental Analyst to assist in the water quality monitoring and assessment of source waters in NYS streams and rivers. This will include assisting in the monitoring and assessment of priority waterbodies, implemented through the DOW SMAS Rotating Integrated Basin Studies (RIBS) program. This position will also support all elements of the work of SMAS programs which includes but...

NEIWPCC and the Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) are seeking a full-time Environmental Analyst to join our collaborative team as the Aquatic Organism Passage Restoration Specialist. This specialist will lead AOP restoration work at LCBP and coordinate with a broad array of stakeholders and watershed partners to further the goal of improved habitat connectivity and water quality throughout the Lake Champlain Basin . The three focus areas of this position are: improve coordination on AOP restoration and landscape-scale aquatic habitat conservation by working with federal, state, and local government agencies and non-governmental stakeholders, leading and participating in AOP-focused workgroups; directly improve native species habitat and water quality by coordinating AOP restoration grant programs and independently developing high-priority AOP restoration projects; and inform stakeholders, dam owners, and the public by conducting outreach and education on...

Summary: American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service, is seeking THREE Invasive Plant Management Members who will assist Southeast Invasive Plant Management Team (SE-IPMT) staff with the management, control, and eradication of invasive plants and forest pathogens. For the full position description and to apply, please visit: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/760987.html   Start Date: July 2022, start date flexible for the right candidate End Date: 26 weeks from the start date * A 26-week minimum commitment is required *   Location: The SE-IPMT is based in Asheville, NC. Fieldwork will primarily be conducted at the Blue Ridge Parkway, Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site, and Great Smoky Mountains National Park, with the possibility of traveling further out if travel restrictions lift later in the season. Project Background and Objectives:...

Invasive Plant Management Team Member - Carl Sandburg NHS Summary: American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service at Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site (CARL) is seeking ONE Invasive Plant Management Team Member who will work alongside CARL staff and assist the Southeast Invasive Plant Management Team (SE-IPMT) staff with the management, control, and eradication of invasive plants and forest pathogens.   For full position description and to apply, please visit: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/760986.html   Start Date: July 2022, flexibility may be available for the right candidate End Date: 14 weeks after start date *A 14-week minimum commitment is required*   Location: Carl Sandburg National Historic Site, Flat Rock, NC Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site preserves Connemara, the home of Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and writer...

Summary: American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service, is seeking ONE Assistant Volunteer Coordinator to support Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area's volunteer program. The Assistant Volunteer Coordinator would be one of the primary point-of-contacts for people interested in volunteering and would be the conduit to connect volunteers to all divisions within the park. For more information about ACE and to apply, please visit: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/805845.html   Start Date: July 2022 End Date: 12 weeks after start date * A 12-week minimum commitment is required * Location: Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area in Atlanta, GA. Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area is "an ancient river in a modern city," and offers many opportunities to get outdoors, including hiking, rafting, and fishing. Atlanta is Georgia's largest city and...

The Alldays Wildlife and Communities Research Centre (AWCRC) based within the Limpopo Province, South Africa is playing a critical role in the research and conservation of local wildlife. We are looking for hands-on and passionate research assistants to join our team and help support our critical research into the conservation value of privately owned giraffe. The project provides a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to behavioural ecology, working alongside experienced professionals. You will be working with giraffe, whilst developing a range of research skills, which is a perfect steppingstone for your future career in conservation. Our project investigates the conservation value of privately owned giraffe on different properties in the Alldays area, a population which does not currently contribute to global giraffe population counts. We will be using the ‘wild and free framework’ set out by Childs et al. to assess the ‘wildness’ of these giraffe, indicating whether they...

Seeking a   Aquatic Specialist   to join our growing team in Ball Ground, Georgia! What’s in it for you? Competitive wages with advancement opportunities Paid industry training Year round employment Benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurance available at 90 days Retirement plan after 1 year of employment Responsibilities: To manage an assigned list of water bodies within a designated region To assist in the labor associated with pond management services and assisting your team To apply, mix, and handle pesticides in accordance with state and federal regulations To set up, & tear down equipment to complete jobs as necessary Requirements: The ability to lift 50 lbs. alone & 100 lbs. with a partner The use of basic hand tools A valid drivers license Must pass a pre-employment drug test

Summary:   American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service is seeking ONE Wildlife Management Member to assist NPS Staff with natural resource management for 7 weeks at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.  For the full position description and to apply, please visit: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/796591.html Start Date :  Flexible, between June 6th and June 20th of 2022 End Date :   7 weeks from the start date  *a 7-week minimum commitment is required * Location: Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Montrose, CO (duty location) and Curecanti National Recreation Area near Gunnison, CO  Living Allowance: ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $500/week to offset the costs of food, and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly plus a $200 completion bonus . Housing: NPS dorm-style...

General Responsibilities: Conduct environmental site investigations, assessments and surveys to sample, measure and analyze air, water, material, and soil. Identify, evaluate and recommend risk and remediation strategies/designs to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Prepare applicable permit applications, risk assessments and technical documents including proposals, reports and regulatory agency correspondence. Design systems and environmental protection plans. Projects may include Phase I/II environmental site assessments, ecological and natural resource field surveys, tank closure assessments, asbestos abatement, storm water management, and site planning and permitting. Essential Roles and Responsibilities: Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management. Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects. Developing level...

The UNDerwater Lab at the University of North Dakota is seeking an M.Sc. graduate student to explore how climate change will impact recreational anglers in the Prairie Pothole Region.  Project goals include 1) assessing how changing water levels will impact boat ramps and angler access, 2) predicting how anglers will use lakes given predicted changes in fish communities and dynamic water levels, and 3) evaluating how angler expenditures could vary according to changes in water levels, angler access, and fish communities.  The successful candidate will be expected to work as part of a larger cross-disciplinary team and communicate their work to multiple stakeholders.  This project is especially suited for someone interested in translational ecology and actionable science.  The successful candidate will be primarily supported on a Graduate Research Assistantship (plus tuition waiver) and will also contribute to the teaching mission of the Department of Biology (...

Summary: American Conservation Experience (ACE), a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service (NPS), is seeking ONE Aquatic Resources Member to assist the Blue Ridge Parkway staff in drafting sections of the environmental consequences for an Environmental Assessment (EA). For more information on this position and to apply, please visit: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/790149.html Start Date : July 17, 2022 (flexibility is available) End Date : October 29, 2022 (or 15 weeks after start date) * A 15-week minimum commitment is required * Location: Asheville, NC with the potential to be remote/hybrid. Candidates must be able to access the Parkway for fieldwork. Blue Ridge Parkway Background: The Blue Ridge National Parkway is more than just a road, this varied habitat travels 469 miles through the southern Appalachian region, ranging from 649 feet at James River in Virginia to 6,047...

Summary: American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with Saguaro National Park is seeking Two Members to contribute to Trails Projects alongside NPS Staff. For more information about ACE, please visit: www.usaconservation.org . For more information on this position and to apply, please visit: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/778366.html   Start Date: June 22, 2022 End Date: November 2, 2022 *a 20-week minimum commitment is required * Location: Saguaro National Park, Tucson, AZ Saguaro National Park is located outside of the city of Tucson, AZ. The park is host to camping, hiking, and backpacking trails for every level of adventurer. The park protects its namesake, our nation's largest species of cacti, the giant saguaro. Summers in the Sonoran Desert can be extremely hot with temperatures exceeding 110 degrees and evening lows averaging 72 degrees. Winters present...