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Position Summary:   This is a great opportunity to  build your  career in  environmental  and land stewardship!   The  Land Steward  Individual Placement  is an internship position  with the Virginia Outdoors Foundation  (VOF)  in  Northern Virginia.   The Land Steward Individual Placements will  serve with  the  VOF , other  partners , and private landowners   to  support  the  open -space  easement program across Northern Virginia and neighboring counties.  The position will require 40 hours per week  for 50 weeks, with frequent weekly and bi-weekly travel throughout the Piedmont region. The Individual Placements  will assist with open-space easement monitoring, digital file organization, database entry  and other duties including:   Traveling across the Piedmont stewardship region to conduct site visits.   Visiting easement properties to document any physical changes using iPhone applications, GPS and GIS....

Parametrix, a premier engineering, planning, and environmental sciences consulting firm, is seeking a  Biologist/Wetland   Scientist II  to join our Portland, Oregon location in primary support of the Oregon and southwest Washington offices.  The qualified candidate will join our talented Environmental Planning & Compliance team and provide wetlands and waters, threatened and endangered species, permitting, and general natural resources services for a variety of and transportation and other projects.    Responsibilities will include production and management of wetland delineation reports, biological assessments, permit applications, and regulatory compliance documents. The successful candidate will be able to manage small projects and support a senior project manager, leading tasks on large wetland, aquatic, and plant/wildlife resources projects.  The Scientist would lead wetland delineations, wetland and habitat functional assessments, vegetation and wildlife surveys,...

Title: Wilderness Fellow Reports To: National Program Director Classification: Hourly Locations: Positions are available nationwide, including in Alaska, California, Idaho, Nevada, New Hampshire, Oregon, and Washington Start Date: June 7, 2021 (Fellowships range from 6 months to a year) Time: Full Time (40 hours), Seasonal Salary: $15 hourly Benefits: 1 earned personal day per month (vacation is not eligible to be cashed out at any time) and federal holidays; Forest Service housing or a housing stipend provided. Application Closing Date: March 19th, 2021   Partners The Society for Wilderness Stewardship (SWS) is a non-profit organization seeking to promote excellence in the professional practice of wilderness stewardship, science, and education to ensure the life-sustaining benefits of wilderness.  In other words, we are a professional society working to set the standard for wilderness management.  The Aldo Leopold Wilderness Research...

Description Intern - Surface Water Management (Freshwater Ecology Intern) - Seasonal Spend your summer gaining valuable career experience with Snohomish County as a   Freshwater Ecology Intern . We are hiring two highly motivated internship candidates to join our Surface Water Management team for the 2021 field season.    Intern Job Summary Your internship at Snohomish County will challenge you, sharpen your skills, and start paving your way to a career.    SWM provides a wide variety of public programs and services to preserve and improve the health of Snohomish County’s water resources and natural systems and to reduce road and property flooding. Interns gain hands-on experience under the direction of water resource professionals.     As a Freshwater Ecology intern, you will:   Assist with the collection of water quality, habitat, and hydrologic data on rivers, streams and lakes. Learn to use common equipment for sampling in freshwater systems. Manage data...

Position Overview Rare inspires change, so people and nature thrive.  Our culture is results-oriented and entrepreneurial, committed to working towards ambitious goals and creating measurable results. Rare is growing and expanding its impact through a range of exciting programs, including Fish Forever – a global initiative to restore near-shore fisheries in the tropics.  Demand for fish has pushed the oceans to their limits. Coastal communities sit at the intersection of society and ecology, directly dependent on healthy ecosystems to provide fish for food and income. We believe that empowering communities to protect and manage coastal waters will help address this crisis. Delivering community, rights-based management systems for coastal fisheries, connecting managed access of fisheries with fully protected marine reserves, will result in transformative impact for both people and nature. We envision a future in which 100% of coastal fisheries are sustainably managed with...

ERM is seeking a motivated Environmental Biologist/Ecologist/Scientist to join our global consulting firm as a Consultant I in our growing Environmental Impact Assessment team in Houston, Texas . As a new consultant at ERM, you will gain a wealth of experience across different sectors, clients, geographies and services, all of which will help build your future career path at ERM. In this role, you will work closely with ERM Project Managers and Partners on a variety of environmental permitting, due diligence, and impact assessment projects to support our oil and gas, power, chemical, and low carbon / renewable energy sector clients. ERM's collaborative culture provides knowledge sharing of best practices and ongoing learning opportunities for our consultants, allowing you to build your own individualized career path. RESPONSIBILITIES: With appropriate guidance and supervision, provide creative and fit-for-purpose technical analyses in your own field of...

Many vacancies in the following locations: Ajo, AZ Cibola, AZ Saginaw, MI Manteo, NC Midway Island, UM Burbank, WA Glenwood, WA Ilwaco, WA Sequim, WA Summary This position is a Biological Science Tech (Wildlife), GS- 0404-7 working in one of these nine refuges: Willapa NWR, Conboy Lake NWR, Washington Maritime NWRC, Mid-Co River NWR, Cabeza Prieta NWR, Cibola NWR, Shiawassee NWR, Alligator River NWR or Midway Atoll NWR. Information link to the refuges (select up to 5 locations): https://fileshare.fws.gov/?linkid=KZi4zr6VWWWgbQYyzqvmlr0NhbsVIxwK8YDODS6ncAGbVD1eiXNq5A Learn more about this agency Responsibilities As a Biological Science Tech (Wildlife) your duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Planning and implementation of wildlife and/or plant censuses and surveys. Monitor and assist in control of wildlife, plant disease outbreaks, pest plant...

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career?  Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world.  This position in Cargill's animal nutrition and health business, where we improve lives through better nutrition.  Our team researches, innovates and creates solutions that deliver healthy results for our customers. JOB PURPOSE AND IMPACT The Signature Sustainability Program Lead will lead the development and execution of strategic sustainability initiatives with businesses, customers, and other external stakeholders that drive progress in key environmental and social impact areas and deliver value to our customers and commercial teams. In this role, you will build partnerships with customers and suppliers across value chains, engage external organizations to advance sustainability frameworks and engage, educate, and influence internal and external stakeholders to...

This job posting is "continuous" or "open until filled” and will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. Overview of Role :   The Wetland and Riparian Ecologist provides support and leadership in the department’s Wetland and Riparian Ecology program.  In collaboration with other ecologists, the Wetland and Riparian Ecologist ’s  work includes:  conserv ing , protect ing , restor ing , manag ing , monitor ing  and evaluat ing  wetland and riparian resources on city-owned and city-managed lands ; conducting  research and analysis to manage, protect, and evaluate wetland and riparian resources ; assisting in  the development of departmental and city policy to protect and conserve wetland and riparian resources ;  and provid ing  technical assistance to the city and department in the management of wetland and riparian resources.        Example Responsibilities and Activities  Management of Wetland and Riparian Resources...

5 vacancies in the following locations: Tucson, AZ Columbia, MO Albuquerque, NM Austin, TX Corpus Christi, TX Summary Multiple positions advertised asFish and Wildlife Biologist, GS- 0401-9/11 working in each of the following locations for the R2-Gulf Restoration Program: Albuquerque, New Mexico Austin, TX Columbia, MO Tucson, AZ Corpus Christi, TX These positions are also open to status candidates under announcement   R2-21-10990808-KL-MP . You must apply to each announcement separately if you wish to be considered under both recruitment methods. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities As a Fish and Wildlife Biologist your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: Utilize the concepts, principles, and practices of conservation biology and ecology to plan and conduct a variety of investigations to determine the impact of land and water development projects upon the fish and/or wildlife...

Gulf South Research Corporation is a 26-year-old Woman Owned Small Business with a mission to work with our community to identify and lead actions that achieve and sustain ecological health in the southwestern United States. We have over 36 professional staff and manage numerous large contracts across the US. We are seeking a full-time Regional Senior Biologist/Project Manager to support our Carlsbad, CA office. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Include but are not limited to): Provide technical oversite for biological projects and fieldwork in California. Work with the CA Regional Operations Manager to prioritize project needs, allocate staff resources, equipment resources and ensure task deliverables are met effectively and on budget. Attend kickoff meetings and maintaining a close working relationship with client project managers Supervise and conduct performance reviews for all staff in California in conjunction with the Regional Operations Manager....

Position Information Join the Environmental Resources Division as a Fish and Wildlife Technician I - Extra-Help! The Sonoma County Water Agency (Sonoma Water) is hiring several temporary, extra-help Fish and Wildlife Technicians. Starting pay will be $24.34/hour. Some positions may start immediately, most positions will have start dates in April and May and hiring could continue into Fall 2021. Fish and Wildlife Technicians in the Environmental Resources Division primarily focus on fish and wildlife biology in streams, rivers, and estuaries. These positions support and assist senior staff in the development, implementation, and management of fish and wildlife populations and habitat monitoring programs. Typical responsibilities include: Surveying a variety of fish habitats and species using various techniques such as electrofishing (boat and backpack) and spawner and snorkel surveys Surveying bird and mammal habitats and species primarily through visual...

Summary Temporary positions not-to-exceed 1039 regular hours in a service year may be terminated sooner or extended depending on management needs. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Acadia National Park is mid April to mid October, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities Work will consist of removing non-native plants from the park using herbicide as well as with manual and mechanical means as a crew member, data manager, or crew leader. The work requires using global positioning and geographic information system equipment (GPS, GIS) to collect and analyze location data, conduct computer data entry, and records management. Duties also include maintaining the park's native plant nursery and revegetating disturbed areas, and monitoring vegetation using established protocols. Incumbents will obtain a Maine commercial pesticide applicator license, and ensure that all...

Description The City of Boulder is a great place to live, work, grow and play. With over 300 miles of dedicated bikeways and more than 150 miles of hiking trails, Boulder values active lifestyles and access to nature. Forty-five thousand acres of land provide open space for parks and a green belt around the city.  With world class restaurants and art and music venues, The City of Boulder values diverse culture.  Respect is one of our five  City Values   (including Customer Service, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation)  and we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We celebrate and support our differences across all spectrums, including but not limited to ethnicity, gender, age, disability and sexuality. Through our focus on  Racial Equity , our  employee benefits , and the many programs resources we offer our staff, we continually strive to weave respect for one another into the fabric of our organization.  Add your voice and talents to...

Organization Solano Resource Conservation District (Solano RCD) is a special district to the State of California who works closely with a variety of local and regional partners to restore and protect Solano County watersheds through strategic restoration activities, water education and outreach programs, and by offering conservation planning and watershed coordination services to local residents and landowners. Solano RCD staff and its Board of Directors strive towards excellence, equity, collaboration, and appreciation in the work performed and welcomes candidates who share these same values. Position Summary The employer is the Board of Directors of the Solano Resource Conservation District. Day to day supervision is provided by the Education Program Director. This position is approximately 25-50%% of full time equivalent (FTE) in the months of May-September. Required hours will be Saturday and Sunday from approximately 7:30AM to 5:00PM at Lake Berryessa and Monday or...

About the opportunity SWCA is seeking a Natural Resources Summer Intern for Summer 2021 for our Westborough, MA location.  SWCA provides a range of services including ecological design, landscape architecture, environmental site assessment, resource identification, environmental planning, permitting, mitigation, restoration, and remediation. The Firm employs designers and scientists with expertise, interest, and experience to perform tasks with professional acumen and attention to detail. The Natural Resources department employs professional wetland scientists, certified soil scientists, certified wildlife biologists, GIS specialists, environmental designers and planners, and environmental engineers. What you will accomplish The Natural Resources Internship is specifically targeted to assisting wetland scientists with wetland delineations in the field. However, the intern may also have the opportunity to work on other projects such as rare species and...