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4 vacancies in the following locations: Burleigh County, ND Emmons County, ND Hettinger County, ND Stutsman County, ND Summary If selected, you will be responsible for wildlife management and using techniques aimed at controlling damage caused by wildlife to help protect agriculture, natural resources, property, and threats to human health and safety. The work is primarily concerned with wildlife damage management (WDM) operations relating to the assessment, reduction, and/or elimination of problems associated with wild and/or feral animal species in urban, suburban, and rural environments. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity. The duties may include, but are not limited to: Conducts direct control operations planned and organized by...

Summary This position is located in the State & Private Forestry Group in the Eastern Region 9 Regional Office in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The position may be filled at the GS-9 with promotion potential to GS-11. The position will perform duties related to the State & Private Forestry's Forest Legacy Program. For more information please contact Mark Buccowich at email   mark.buccowich@usda.gov   or phone 484-844-0915. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities Responsibilities listed are at the full performance level. Maintain relationships with employees of Federal and State governments, local officials, and private organizations or landowners who are affected by, or have a shared interest in, the natural resource land management practices and problems. Represent management when working with various partners and others to correct improper practices and resolve misunderstanding, complaints or violations of established policies, regulations and contractual...

Job Summary AECOM   is actively seeking a highly motivated Junior Biologist for employment in the Miami, FL office. This position would support numerous natural resource projects in the South Florida region with a focus on wildlife biology and/or botany. Utilizes basic scientific principles, theories, practices and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems with limited scope. Collects and enters data, and applies technical principles and theories. Interprets and records data, conducts analyses, compares findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance. ​Entry-level position; may not require previous experience. Sponsorship assistance is not available for this role Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Ecology, Botany, or other closely related discipline Candidate must be flexible and willing to support multiple projects as needed. Valid U.S. driver...

Job Summary AECOM is actively seeking an Environmental Scientist to work out of the AECOM office located in Norfolk, VA. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and able to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision. He or she will interact extensively with internal and external clients, requiring strong oral and written communication skills. The position will involve extensive fieldwork, both managing and self-performing assigned tasks. Following field assignments, the employee will be responsible for compiling and analyzing data and report writing. Responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following: Scheduling and safely implementing field tasks on time and within budget Providing multi-media environmental support for compliance with applicable regulations, permits, and plans Conducting site inspections to ensure ongoing construction and related activities comply with all environmental requirements Identifying potential...

CH2M HILL BWXT West Valley, LLC (CHBWV) is an environmental management company under contract to the Department of Energy (DOE) whose mission is to decommission a former nuclear fuel reprocessing facility. CHBWV is located 35 miles south of Buffalo, New York, close to excellent ski resorts, boating, and fishing on Lakes Erie, Ontario and Chautauqua. Relocation May Be Authorized Job Summary: Develop regulatory strategies to achieve interim end-state goals in accordance with contract requirements.  Assure thorough coordination and involvement with CHBWV departments that operations and activities are conducted in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal environmental rules and regulations, as well as DOE Directives.  Through early involvement in planning, assure that local, state, and federal environmental permits and licenses are obtained in conformance with established schedules and program needs.  Responsible for maintaining an environmental...

Position Information The Sonoma County Water Agency (Sonoma Water) seeks a Water Agency Environmental Specialist I to join our team! The Environmental Specialist I at Sonoma Water will review, analyze, and report on the environmental effects of public and Sonoma Water projects, while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.  Additional duties include: Analyzing the effects of water resource projects on the environment and fish and wildlife habitats by coordinating and conducting the collection and analysis of ecological data  Preparing environmental compliance permit applications and documents, and technical reports and memorandums Developing and recommending measures to eliminate, minimize, or mitigate the environmental effects of projects Utilizing field and office based methods and tools (e.g., habitat surveys, geographic information systems [GIS], statistical analysis, and/or modeling) to characterize ecological conditions...

Open & closing dates:  07/07/2020   to   07/13/2020.  This job will close when we have received   50 applications   which may be sooner than the closing date.   Learn more . There is four vacancies that may be filled at any of the following locations: Reno, NV and Dixon, CA. The location will be determined when a selection is made. Summary What General Information Do I Need To Know About This Position? This is a temporary appointment not to exceed 12 months that may be extended for 12 additional months without further competition. Salary: $31,208.00 (Step 01) to $$61,722.00 (Step 10);   NOTE: First time hires to the Federal Government are typically hired at the Step 01. There is four vacancies; however, this announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies if they become available. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities As a Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) within the Western Ecological Research Center, some of your specific...

THE POSITION The primary functions of the SEMP Coordinator are to direct the Strategic Environmental Management Program (SEMP) in District 11.  The SEMP Coordinator provides guidance to District maintenance personnel on Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and evaluates the implementation of the EMS by maintenance personnel.  In addition, the SEMP Coordinator position assists in permitting activities and environmental clearances for maintenance and design projects.  These activities may include, but not be limited to, obtaining specific waterway permits, completing Categorical Exclusion Evaluations (CEE's), and other bridge maintenance related environmental activities. IMPORTANT:  YOU MUST APPLY TO THIS VACANCY POSTING, MEET ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS, COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS AND RECEIVE A SCORE.  YOUR SCORE IS ONLY VALID FOR THIS SPECIFIC VACANCY.  ONCE THIS POSITION IS FILLED, YOUR SCORE IS NO LONGER VALID. Full-time employment  Work Hours:  Monday thru...

Vacancies in the following locations: Annapolis, MD Cambridge, MD Rock Hall, MD Bismarck, ND Midway, UM Term - 1 Year (may be extended up to a total of 4 years) Summary This vacancy announcement is part of the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service coordinated advertisement for 5 positions as a Wildlife Biologist, GS- 0486-9 working in one of the locations listed below: Cambridge, MD Annapolis, MD Rock Hall, MD Midway Atoll Bismarck, ND (preferred, but location negotiable) Please use the link below to get more information on the specific locations: https://fileshare.fws.gov/?linkid=KZi4zr6VWWWOXtvUfFxxnKYdd+0JnIDi8YDODS6ncAGbVD1ehoR7uA Learn more about this agency Responsibilities As a Wildlife Biologist your duties will include but are not limited to the following: Plans and executes wildlife surveys to determine population trends, patterns in reproductive success, timing of nesting events, and...

Many vacancies in the following locations: Harrisonburg, VA Hot Springs, VA Natural Bridge, VA Newcastle, VA Sugar Grove, VA Wise, VA Summary This position is located within a National Forest. This is a standard wildland fire management position description intended for use in the USDA, Forest Service. The position is located on a fire crew as a crewmember within the fire management organization. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities Performs assignments to develop knowledge of fuels management and fire suppression techniques and practices such as fireline construction, use of pumps and engines, hose lays, foam and retardant, safety rules. Searches out and extinguishes burning materials by moving dirt, applying water by hose or backpack pump, etc. Moves dirt, chops brush, or fells small trees to build fireline using various hand tools such as axe, shovel, Pulaski, McLeod and power saws to control...

Overview Now in its second century, Audubon is dedicated to protecting birds and other wildlife and the habitat that supports them. Audubon’s mission is engaging people in bird conservation on a hemispheric scale through science, policy, education and on-the-ground conservation action.  By mobilizing and aligning its network of Chapters, Centers, State and Important Bird Area programs in the four major migratory flyways in the Americas, the organization will bring the full power of Audubon to bear on protecting common and threatened bird species and the critical habitat they need to survive.  And as part of BirdLife International, Audubon will join people in over 100 in-country organizations all working to protect a network of Important Bird Areas around the world, leveraging the impact of actions they take at a local level.  What defines Audubon’s unique value is a powerful grassroots network of nearly 500 local chapters, 23 state offices, 41 Audubon Centers, Important Bird Area...

THE POSITION The Pennsylvania Game Commission is looking to hire a black bear biologist. The Pennsylvania Game Commission's bear biologist coordinates and manages the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s statewide black bear program. The black bear biologist is responsible for coordinating black bear research, management, and population monitoring statewide. Serves as principal investigator for black bear studies and the agency’s technical advisor on black bears in Pennsylvania.  IMPORTANT:  YOU MUST APPLY TO THIS VACANCY POSTING, MEET ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS, COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS AND RECEIVE A SCORE.  YOUR SCORE IS ONLY VALID FOR THIS SPECIFIC VACANCY.  ONCE THIS POSITION IS FILLED, YOUR SCORE IS NO LONGER VALID.   Full-time employment DESCRIPTION OF WORK Research: Identify black bear research needs and develop appropriate research proposals. Participate in research projects by training participating region staff and volunteers. Develop work...

Job Summary Exceptional Professional Planning Career Opportunity -  Be Part Of A Progressive and Recognized Land Use/Environmental Program County of San Diego  LAND USE/ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER II The County of San Diego invites you to apply for Land Use/Environmental Planner II. If selected, you will be an integral part of our departmental mission statements, as stated below.  The County's Planning & Development Services (PDS) and the Department of Public Works (DPW) have current and future vacancies for Land Use/Environmental Planner II.    Both departments are great places to work and ideal for persons who want to make a difference in the San Diego region.  PDS and DPW are located at the County Operations Center, a modern 44-acre complex in the Kearney Mesa area of San Diego.  This center consists of 18 structures and houses 19 departments, including an employee gym/workout center.  PDS recommends how and where our communities will grow through programs,...

Overview Now in its second century, Audubon is dedicated to protecting birds and other wildlife and the habitat that supports them. Audubon’s mission is engaging people in bird conservation on a hemispheric scale through science, policy, education and on-the-ground conservation action.  By mobilizing and aligning its network of Chapters, Centers, State and Important Bird Area programs in the four major migratory flyways in the Americas, the organization will bring the full power of Audubon to bear on protecting common and threatened bird species and the critical habitat they need to survive.  And as part of BirdLife International, Audubon will join people in over 100 in-country organizations all working to protect a network of Important Bird Areas around the world, leveraging the impact of actions they take at a local level.  What defines Audubon’s unique value is a powerful grassroots network of nearly 500 local chapters, 23 state offices, 41 Audubon Centers, Important Bird...

American Conservation Experience – Pacific West Region AmeriCorps Crew Membership – Fall 2020   Summary:   American Conservation Experience, a non-profit conservation corps, is currently seeking energetic, ambitious individuals to engage in national service as AmeriCorps members in a 14-week professional, outdoor skills-training opportunity. ACE intends to provide a meaningful service to regional communities and public lands by taking direct action through conservation of our valuable natural resources. Our mission is to introduce and prepare our AmeriCorps members for careers in resource management with ACE, within the conservation corps industry, or with public agencies such as California State Parks, USFS, National Park Service, National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, the Bureau of Land Management, as well as many other local and non-profit land steward organizations. Start Date: September 14, 2020*      End Date: December 19, 2020 *A 450 HOUR (14-week)...

Summary The incumbent serves as a Fish Biologist, responsible for providing scientific and technical guidance for fish, riparian, and aquatic habitats and assisting NRCS District Conservationists and Planners with implementing the NRCS nine-step planning process and duties related to aquatic resource planning. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities Integrates fish and biological science and practices, habitat restoration and management, and environmental concerns into NRCS programs through conservation planning. Provides technical assistance and training to field office personnel. Participates on or leads interdisciplinary teams in the development of biological assessments, and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance for NRCS activities. Provides direct assistance to watersheds in completing biological assessments, informal and formal consultation for listed fish and aquatic species under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Provides field offices...

Summary This is an interdisciplinary position that will be filled either as a Wetlands Conservationist, Soil Conservationist or Soil Scientist. The final official title will be assigned based on the qualifications of the incumbent. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities Serve as the team leader of the State Compliance Team (CT); Ensures that Highly Erodible Land (HEL) and Wetland Compliance (WC) technical determinations, activities, are conducted in compliance with applicable statues, regulations, policies and procedures Develops, recommends, and coordinates new or updated HEL and WC policies and procedures to the supervisor and the State Leadership Team, i.e., State Resource Conservationist (SRC), State Soil Scientist (SSS), and State Appeals Coordinator (SAC). Provides technical advice and assistance to NRCS field, area, and state professional and administrative personnel in interpreting imagery, establishing history, and making technical determinations...

Cardno is seeking an Ecological Restoration Field Technician/ Laborer. Projects will involve field labor, technical work, and/or supervision of field crews. A typical work day consists of 8‐10 hours of in‐the‐field physical labor although, in accordance with the requirements of specific assignments, may include irregular hours. This position will require overnight travel. Job Description: Cardno is seeking an Ecological Restoration Field Technician/ Laborer. Projects will involve field labor, technical work, and/or supervision of field crews. A typical work day consists of 8‐10 hours of in‐the‐field physical labor although, in accordance with the requirements of specific assignments, may include irregular hours. This position will require overnight travel. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: > Implementing restoration project work at the ground level under the direction of a Field Supervisor and/or Project Manager > Native planting, seeding,...