Opportunity: Ice911 Executive Director
Do you share a commitment to a sustainable planet? Do you feel compelled to make a difference in the race to slow down climate change? Ice911 is looking for an outstanding individual who brings proven leadership and management skills to be our Executive Director. We are seeking a strong and experienced professional to ensure the continued success of Ice911 and lead it to the next level of global impact. Our goal is to prove and scale our solution while there is still time.
Ice911 is a 501(c)3 Silicon Valley nonprofit dedicated to Arctic climate restoration. Our Vision is to demonstrate a safe method for Arctic ice restoration in time to help stabilize the global climate. Our Mission is to prove to the world that we can preserve and restore Arctic ice, and help establish international policy, governance and funding for adoption of the solution by local communities, governments and global institutions. Our founding principles are (1) Do no harm; (2) Maximize a positive impact with the smallest possible intervention; (3) Work with accountability, transparency, and permission; (4) Take a scientifically-rigorous approach; (5) Work in partnership with indigenous, local, regional, and global communities; (6) Be excellent stewards of our financial resources to restore Arctic ice. You will help us build the organizational capacity to achieve our vision.
Ice911 is entering a dynamic growth phase. We are quickly transitioning from start-up phase to a mature organization. Significantly increasing funding is enabling rapid capacity building across all areas of the organization. For the incoming Executive Director, the next several years at Ice911 will present a rewarding leadership opportunity in an organization founded on innovation, integrity, teamwork and a commitment to diversity and equity. For more detailed information about us, our approach, values, team and partners, visit our website at https://www.ice911.org/
We conduct research and field deployments to demonstrate a safe, effective and cost-efficient method to restore Arctic ice, informed by climate modeling and on-the-ground measurement. We aim to demonstrate that we can stabilize the global climate through Arctic ice restoration and slow the devastating effects of climate change. Our ultimate goal is to provide national governments and international organizations with a proven methodology to slow global warming. These entities can then implement these proven methods at scale to give the world much-needed time to implement long-term sustainable energy and conservation solutions.
The Ideal Candidate for Executive Director:
You are a strategic and inspirational leader who will provide direction and leadership for the organization’s mission, vision and development. You will represent the organization and its work to potential funders and adopters. You will oversee the leadership team to advance the organization’s strategic vision, goals and objectives, including dialog with appropriate Federal, State and International organizations. As Executive Director you will Report to the Board of Directors, and in coordination with the Founder/CTO, you will provide direction and leadership for the organization’s mission, vision and development. You will represent the organization and its work to potential funders and adopters, oversee the leadership team to advance the organization’s strategic vision, goals and objectives. As Executive Director you will be responsible for effective and sustainable programs, management oversight of personnel, sound fiscal management, and furthering the organization’s strategic goals. While the organization undergoes rapid growth, you will use your skills to work directly to cover various operational tasks as needed, while leading in the recruitment and hiring of key new staff. You will help raise private and institutional funds to support technical programs and projects, expanding organizational capacity and policy outreach efforts. All staff members and volunteers will report directly or indirectly to you.
Strong Candidates will possess the following personal Core Competencies:
Experience building a thriving, effective and strong organization.
Know how to set a fast-organizational development pace and execute to meet that pace.
Have a strong strategic acumen.
Manage with integrity and have a high EQ.
Experience working effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
Example Ice911 Responsibilities Aligned by Executive Director Core Competencies:
Experience building a thriving, effective and strong organization
Lead the development and execution of Ice911’s strategic plan, with a deep discussion of organizational priorities and the revenues available to support them.
Manage and provide leadership to existing and future staff to build a strong and cohesive team across the organization.
Support the Board of Directors to build capacity related to priority areas identified during the strategic planning process.
Maintain a solid understanding of the different programmatic components that comprise Ice911’s portfolio.
Identify best practices and improve internal systems with an eye toward future needs and budgetary realities.
Assure that internal procedures and processes are robust, portfolio and fiscal management is transparent and accurate, and all reporting systems are high-quality and efficient.
Develop and recommend to the Board a yearly budget for approval and manage the organization's resources within those budget guidelines according to current laws and regulations.
Measure the effectiveness of all internal and external processes; implement process improvements to drive effectiveness.
Provide timely, accurate and complete reports on the operating and financial condition of the organization; implement performance improvement plans where necessary.
Manage the human resources of the organization according to authorized policies and procedures in accordance with current laws and regulations.
Assure Ice911 follows all regulatory requirements.
Know how to set a fast-organizational pace and executing to meet that pace
Expeditiously recruit, hire, and supervise a well-qualified and capable staff.
Identify and pursue donor and grant funding opportunities on a regular basis.
Understand how to manage change in a rapidly evolving organization.
Know how to manage and lead people through the difficulties associated with rapid organizational growth.
Have a strong strategic acumen
Demonstrate ability to think broadly and creatively.
Observe and respond adeptly to fluctuations and changes in the external environment and Ice911 partnerships.
Develop and maintain local, national and international professional relationships and partnerships that help attract resources and deepen organizational impact and outreach.
Lead Ice911 in a manner supporting and guiding the Organization’s vision and mission as defined by the Board of Directors.
Manage with integrity and have a high EQ
Develop trust and respect with all stakeholders.
Work effectively and constructively with the Founder/CTO.
Know how to work with a broad spectrum of personalities and differing skills and priorities. Experience working effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
Develop strong relationships with current donors and cultivate relationships with potential donors to secure the resources and the operating support necessary to meet Ice911’s goals and objectives.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with key staff at international, national, regional and state levels to facilitate exposure, permitting, public-private partnerships and new opportunities.
Identify and pursue donor and grant funding opportunities on a regular basis.
Communicate with donors, grant funders, and Ice911’s Board about the financial and operational health of the Organization.
Responsible for maintaining open channels for effective communication between the Executive Director and the Board and assuring, in a timely and accurate manner, the Board receives all information necessary for it to function properly and make timely and appropriately informed decisions.
Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, scientific and technical communities, the public, and policy regulators.
Personal Qualifications:
Strong candidates will possess many of the following
Understanding of environmental regulatory processes.
Experience with non-profit organizations.
International experience negotiating and collaborating with potential partners.
Experience in scaling up organizations, especially in the non-profit sector.
Real-world experience in bringing technical solutions to reality.
Ability to co-create and execute an exciting vision and strategic plan.
Demonstrated leadership in working with a variety of stakeholders, both internal and external, to lead an organization to success.
Required skills & experience
Minimum of five years of progressively more responsible experience in senior leadership and management of a not-for-profit, for-profit, government or a comparable organization
Advanced degree and/or demonstrated professional experience in a field directly related to Ice911’s mission and our work.
Demonstrated initiative.
Demonstrated excellent speaking and writing skills.
Demonstrated commitment to environmental issues.
A track record of thinking broadly and creatively.
A reputation for good judgment, fairness and integrity.
Proven ability to work well with others who are in a variety of roles, such as Board members, colleagues, direct reports, customers, consultants, student interns, volunteers, funders and regulators. Demonstrated success in leading effective teams.
A reputation for insisting on excellence and coaching others to deliver it.
Demonstrated skills in organizational development, personnel management, budget and resource development, and strategic planning.
Demonstrated flexibility, ability to multitask; and ability to succeed in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions.
Natural leader and motivator of people; able to attract, develop, retain and promote key talent, while driving collaborative, inclusive and respectful teamwork across the organization.
Start date: as soon as possible but no later than June 2020
Deadline for applications: January 15th or until position is filled
Travel: Estimated at 25% for meetings, fieldwork, policy outreach, fundraising and other purposes.
Compensation: Ice911 offers a competitive compensation package including full medical and dental benefits. We recognize the value of employee work-life balance and provide generous vacation and holiday benefits including paid time-off between Christmas and New Year’s Day. Though candidates from beyond the Bay Area are encouraged to apply, funds are not currently available for relocation or housing assistance.
Confidential Application Process: Email your cover letter (Word or PDF document) summarizing your interest, experience, fit with desired qualifications and compensation requirements along with a current resume to Dr. Steve Zornetzer, Search Committee Chair, at careers@ice911.org. Please put “Ice911 Executive Director Search” in the subject field. Resumes must have a cover letter in order to be considered. Inquiries from candidates are welcomed and should also be directed to Steve.
The Ice911 current office and laboratory is located in Redwood City, Silicon Valley, CA.
Equal Opportunity Employer: All candidates are welcome. Ice911 Research is committed to diversity and inclusion and prohibits discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, citizenship, political activity or affiliation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information veteran status, military status, sexual orientation sex or gender (which includes harassment and discrimination based on gender identity, gender expression transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), taking or requesting statutorily protected leave, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Nov 21, 2019
Full time
Opportunity: Ice911 Executive Director
Do you share a commitment to a sustainable planet? Do you feel compelled to make a difference in the race to slow down climate change? Ice911 is looking for an outstanding individual who brings proven leadership and management skills to be our Executive Director. We are seeking a strong and experienced professional to ensure the continued success of Ice911 and lead it to the next level of global impact. Our goal is to prove and scale our solution while there is still time.
Ice911 is a 501(c)3 Silicon Valley nonprofit dedicated to Arctic climate restoration. Our Vision is to demonstrate a safe method for Arctic ice restoration in time to help stabilize the global climate. Our Mission is to prove to the world that we can preserve and restore Arctic ice, and help establish international policy, governance and funding for adoption of the solution by local communities, governments and global institutions. Our founding principles are (1) Do no harm; (2) Maximize a positive impact with the smallest possible intervention; (3) Work with accountability, transparency, and permission; (4) Take a scientifically-rigorous approach; (5) Work in partnership with indigenous, local, regional, and global communities; (6) Be excellent stewards of our financial resources to restore Arctic ice. You will help us build the organizational capacity to achieve our vision.
Ice911 is entering a dynamic growth phase. We are quickly transitioning from start-up phase to a mature organization. Significantly increasing funding is enabling rapid capacity building across all areas of the organization. For the incoming Executive Director, the next several years at Ice911 will present a rewarding leadership opportunity in an organization founded on innovation, integrity, teamwork and a commitment to diversity and equity. For more detailed information about us, our approach, values, team and partners, visit our website at https://www.ice911.org/
We conduct research and field deployments to demonstrate a safe, effective and cost-efficient method to restore Arctic ice, informed by climate modeling and on-the-ground measurement. We aim to demonstrate that we can stabilize the global climate through Arctic ice restoration and slow the devastating effects of climate change. Our ultimate goal is to provide national governments and international organizations with a proven methodology to slow global warming. These entities can then implement these proven methods at scale to give the world much-needed time to implement long-term sustainable energy and conservation solutions.
The Ideal Candidate for Executive Director:
You are a strategic and inspirational leader who will provide direction and leadership for the organization’s mission, vision and development. You will represent the organization and its work to potential funders and adopters. You will oversee the leadership team to advance the organization’s strategic vision, goals and objectives, including dialog with appropriate Federal, State and International organizations. As Executive Director you will Report to the Board of Directors, and in coordination with the Founder/CTO, you will provide direction and leadership for the organization’s mission, vision and development. You will represent the organization and its work to potential funders and adopters, oversee the leadership team to advance the organization’s strategic vision, goals and objectives. As Executive Director you will be responsible for effective and sustainable programs, management oversight of personnel, sound fiscal management, and furthering the organization’s strategic goals. While the organization undergoes rapid growth, you will use your skills to work directly to cover various operational tasks as needed, while leading in the recruitment and hiring of key new staff. You will help raise private and institutional funds to support technical programs and projects, expanding organizational capacity and policy outreach efforts. All staff members and volunteers will report directly or indirectly to you.
Strong Candidates will possess the following personal Core Competencies:
Experience building a thriving, effective and strong organization.
Know how to set a fast-organizational development pace and execute to meet that pace.
Have a strong strategic acumen.
Manage with integrity and have a high EQ.
Experience working effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
Example Ice911 Responsibilities Aligned by Executive Director Core Competencies:
Experience building a thriving, effective and strong organization
Lead the development and execution of Ice911’s strategic plan, with a deep discussion of organizational priorities and the revenues available to support them.
Manage and provide leadership to existing and future staff to build a strong and cohesive team across the organization.
Support the Board of Directors to build capacity related to priority areas identified during the strategic planning process.
Maintain a solid understanding of the different programmatic components that comprise Ice911’s portfolio.
Identify best practices and improve internal systems with an eye toward future needs and budgetary realities.
Assure that internal procedures and processes are robust, portfolio and fiscal management is transparent and accurate, and all reporting systems are high-quality and efficient.
Develop and recommend to the Board a yearly budget for approval and manage the organization's resources within those budget guidelines according to current laws and regulations.
Measure the effectiveness of all internal and external processes; implement process improvements to drive effectiveness.
Provide timely, accurate and complete reports on the operating and financial condition of the organization; implement performance improvement plans where necessary.
Manage the human resources of the organization according to authorized policies and procedures in accordance with current laws and regulations.
Assure Ice911 follows all regulatory requirements.
Know how to set a fast-organizational pace and executing to meet that pace
Expeditiously recruit, hire, and supervise a well-qualified and capable staff.
Identify and pursue donor and grant funding opportunities on a regular basis.
Understand how to manage change in a rapidly evolving organization.
Know how to manage and lead people through the difficulties associated with rapid organizational growth.
Have a strong strategic acumen
Demonstrate ability to think broadly and creatively.
Observe and respond adeptly to fluctuations and changes in the external environment and Ice911 partnerships.
Develop and maintain local, national and international professional relationships and partnerships that help attract resources and deepen organizational impact and outreach.
Lead Ice911 in a manner supporting and guiding the Organization’s vision and mission as defined by the Board of Directors.
Manage with integrity and have a high EQ
Develop trust and respect with all stakeholders.
Work effectively and constructively with the Founder/CTO.
Know how to work with a broad spectrum of personalities and differing skills and priorities. Experience working effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
Develop strong relationships with current donors and cultivate relationships with potential donors to secure the resources and the operating support necessary to meet Ice911’s goals and objectives.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with key staff at international, national, regional and state levels to facilitate exposure, permitting, public-private partnerships and new opportunities.
Identify and pursue donor and grant funding opportunities on a regular basis.
Communicate with donors, grant funders, and Ice911’s Board about the financial and operational health of the Organization.
Responsible for maintaining open channels for effective communication between the Executive Director and the Board and assuring, in a timely and accurate manner, the Board receives all information necessary for it to function properly and make timely and appropriately informed decisions.
Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, scientific and technical communities, the public, and policy regulators.
Personal Qualifications:
Strong candidates will possess many of the following
Understanding of environmental regulatory processes.
Experience with non-profit organizations.
International experience negotiating and collaborating with potential partners.
Experience in scaling up organizations, especially in the non-profit sector.
Real-world experience in bringing technical solutions to reality.
Ability to co-create and execute an exciting vision and strategic plan.
Demonstrated leadership in working with a variety of stakeholders, both internal and external, to lead an organization to success.
Required skills & experience
Minimum of five years of progressively more responsible experience in senior leadership and management of a not-for-profit, for-profit, government or a comparable organization
Advanced degree and/or demonstrated professional experience in a field directly related to Ice911’s mission and our work.
Demonstrated initiative.
Demonstrated excellent speaking and writing skills.
Demonstrated commitment to environmental issues.
A track record of thinking broadly and creatively.
A reputation for good judgment, fairness and integrity.
Proven ability to work well with others who are in a variety of roles, such as Board members, colleagues, direct reports, customers, consultants, student interns, volunteers, funders and regulators. Demonstrated success in leading effective teams.
A reputation for insisting on excellence and coaching others to deliver it.
Demonstrated skills in organizational development, personnel management, budget and resource development, and strategic planning.
Demonstrated flexibility, ability to multitask; and ability to succeed in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions.
Natural leader and motivator of people; able to attract, develop, retain and promote key talent, while driving collaborative, inclusive and respectful teamwork across the organization.
Start date: as soon as possible but no later than June 2020
Deadline for applications: January 15th or until position is filled
Travel: Estimated at 25% for meetings, fieldwork, policy outreach, fundraising and other purposes.
Compensation: Ice911 offers a competitive compensation package including full medical and dental benefits. We recognize the value of employee work-life balance and provide generous vacation and holiday benefits including paid time-off between Christmas and New Year’s Day. Though candidates from beyond the Bay Area are encouraged to apply, funds are not currently available for relocation or housing assistance.
Confidential Application Process: Email your cover letter (Word or PDF document) summarizing your interest, experience, fit with desired qualifications and compensation requirements along with a current resume to Dr. Steve Zornetzer, Search Committee Chair, at careers@ice911.org. Please put “Ice911 Executive Director Search” in the subject field. Resumes must have a cover letter in order to be considered. Inquiries from candidates are welcomed and should also be directed to Steve.
The Ice911 current office and laboratory is located in Redwood City, Silicon Valley, CA.
Equal Opportunity Employer: All candidates are welcome. Ice911 Research is committed to diversity and inclusion and prohibits discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, citizenship, political activity or affiliation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information veteran status, military status, sexual orientation sex or gender (which includes harassment and discrimination based on gender identity, gender expression transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), taking or requesting statutorily protected leave, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
National Park Service
Yosemite National Park, California, USA
Open & closing dates. 12/06/2019 to 12/12/2019. This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Summary
The Pacific West Region is recruiting for summer seasonal Biological Science Technician (Wildlife-Bears), GS-0404-4/5/6 positions intended to assist permanent staff with bear management field work. Open to the first 100 applicants. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 EST on the ' applicant cut-off ' date (which may be sooner than 12/12/2019) to be considered. The duty station for the park is: Yosemite National Park
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Responsibilities
GS-4 Level: The incumbent's duties include: assisting with trapping, tagging, collaring, translocating or euthanizing bears involved in conflicts with humans and tracking bears; recording capture and patrol data, collecting numbers, distribution, reproductive success, habitat use, survival and behavior of various animal species including those species legally classified as threatened, endangered or sensitive; using GPS technology to navigate and collect data; following instructions and standardized procedures. GS-5 Level: Incumbent's duties include: assist wildlife biologist with wildlife management including bear and other large carnivore species; trapping, tagging, collaring and tracking bears. Participates in park's bear management program including the capture, data collection, and translocation or euthanizing of bears involved in conflicts with humans and using firearms to fire nonlethal rounds at large mammals to move them out of developed areas. collects data on numbers, distribution, reproductive success, habitat use, survival, and behavior of various animal species, especially those species legally classified as threatened, endangered, or sensitive; contacts park visitors to provide information about wildlife issues and to correct problems that may lead to human-wildlife conflicts; enters collected data into computer files and assists with statistical analyses; coordinates activities of volunteers, contractors, researchers, and other personnel involved in wildlife projects; and prepares correspondence and presentations regarding wildlife projects. GS-6 Level: The incumbent serves as an assistant field lead in support of the Bear Management Program under supervision of that program's lead managers. S/he provides technical assistance to design and implement bear and other wildlife management actions to mitigate human-wildlife conflicts, usually in developed areas of the park. These actions include: patrolling to detect bears and food storage violations, usually at night; capture and anesthesia of bears to tag, fitting radio and GPS collars, and collect physiological data; euthanizing bears that are a clear threat to human safety; using firearms to fire nonlethal rounds at large mammals to move them out of developed areas.The incumbent participates in technical meetings; s; drafts documents such as technical reports, environmental assessments, research or contract proposals, and management reports; resents proposals, results, and management issues associated with wildlife species.
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Dec 07, 2019
Temporary
Open & closing dates. 12/06/2019 to 12/12/2019. This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Summary
The Pacific West Region is recruiting for summer seasonal Biological Science Technician (Wildlife-Bears), GS-0404-4/5/6 positions intended to assist permanent staff with bear management field work. Open to the first 100 applicants. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 EST on the ' applicant cut-off ' date (which may be sooner than 12/12/2019) to be considered. The duty station for the park is: Yosemite National Park
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Responsibilities
GS-4 Level: The incumbent's duties include: assisting with trapping, tagging, collaring, translocating or euthanizing bears involved in conflicts with humans and tracking bears; recording capture and patrol data, collecting numbers, distribution, reproductive success, habitat use, survival and behavior of various animal species including those species legally classified as threatened, endangered or sensitive; using GPS technology to navigate and collect data; following instructions and standardized procedures. GS-5 Level: Incumbent's duties include: assist wildlife biologist with wildlife management including bear and other large carnivore species; trapping, tagging, collaring and tracking bears. Participates in park's bear management program including the capture, data collection, and translocation or euthanizing of bears involved in conflicts with humans and using firearms to fire nonlethal rounds at large mammals to move them out of developed areas. collects data on numbers, distribution, reproductive success, habitat use, survival, and behavior of various animal species, especially those species legally classified as threatened, endangered, or sensitive; contacts park visitors to provide information about wildlife issues and to correct problems that may lead to human-wildlife conflicts; enters collected data into computer files and assists with statistical analyses; coordinates activities of volunteers, contractors, researchers, and other personnel involved in wildlife projects; and prepares correspondence and presentations regarding wildlife projects. GS-6 Level: The incumbent serves as an assistant field lead in support of the Bear Management Program under supervision of that program's lead managers. S/he provides technical assistance to design and implement bear and other wildlife management actions to mitigate human-wildlife conflicts, usually in developed areas of the park. These actions include: patrolling to detect bears and food storage violations, usually at night; capture and anesthesia of bears to tag, fitting radio and GPS collars, and collect physiological data; euthanizing bears that are a clear threat to human safety; using firearms to fire nonlethal rounds at large mammals to move them out of developed areas.The incumbent participates in technical meetings; s; drafts documents such as technical reports, environmental assessments, research or contract proposals, and management reports; resents proposals, results, and management issues associated with wildlife species.
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Open & closing dates. 12/06/2019 to 12/12/2019. This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
4 vacancies in the following location:
Yosemite National Park, CA
Summary
The Pacific West Region is recruiting for summer seasonal Biological Science Technician (Wildlife-Avian), GS-0404-5/6/7 positions intended to assist permanent staff with avian field work. Open to the first 100 applicants. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 EST on the ' applicant cut-off ' date (which may be sooner than 12/12/2019) to be considered. The duty station for the park is: Yosemite National Park
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Responsibilities
At the GS-05 Level: The technician may work independently or in pairs, and will be assigned to work on bird projects that involve area searches, point counts, nest searches, and spot mapping for passerines. Duties will include: surveying for passerines using a variety of survey techniques in wilderness and front country settings; surveying for passerines for long periods of time using binoculars; navigating using GPS technology; entering, proofing, and summarizing data; interacting with the public regarding sensitive avian wildlife management issues; and presenting scientific information to peers and the public. The technician must be able to identify at least 50 species of passerines that regularly occur in the Sierra Nevada by sight and sound and have work experience surveying for passerines. At the GS-06 Level: In addition to the duties described at the GS-05 level, the incumbent's duties may include any or all of the following or similar duties: organizing and scheduling field crews; updating and maintaining Microsoft Access databases or other similar databases; producing maps using GIS; carrying out literature searches; and assisting in the preparation of reports that include a description of methods, preparation of figures and tables, and a summary of findings. At GS-07 Level: In addition to the duties described at the GS-05 and GS-06 levels, the incumbent's duties may include any or all of the following or similar duties: being responsible for data and database management; conducting data analysis using statistical software and/or GIS; and supervising crews comprising 1 to 4 people. FOR ALL GS LEVELS : Technician must have strong hiking, backpacking, and wilderness camping skills, be comfortable in remote wilderness settings with limited human contact, and be able to work in cold, hot, wet, windy, buggy, and potentially stormy conditions. The incumbent must be able to work well independently and in a small crew, be detail-oriented, able to maintain equipment and gear, and have excellent problem solving and communication skills. The incumbent must be able to hike up to 16 miles per day, on and off trail, over rough terrain, while carrying a heavy backpack (weighing a third of person's body weight). This position requires a high degree of physical fitness, navigation expertise, and hiking skills.
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Dec 07, 2019
Temporary
Open & closing dates. 12/06/2019 to 12/12/2019. This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
4 vacancies in the following location:
Yosemite National Park, CA
Summary
The Pacific West Region is recruiting for summer seasonal Biological Science Technician (Wildlife-Avian), GS-0404-5/6/7 positions intended to assist permanent staff with avian field work. Open to the first 100 applicants. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 EST on the ' applicant cut-off ' date (which may be sooner than 12/12/2019) to be considered. The duty station for the park is: Yosemite National Park
Learn more about this agency
Responsibilities
At the GS-05 Level: The technician may work independently or in pairs, and will be assigned to work on bird projects that involve area searches, point counts, nest searches, and spot mapping for passerines. Duties will include: surveying for passerines using a variety of survey techniques in wilderness and front country settings; surveying for passerines for long periods of time using binoculars; navigating using GPS technology; entering, proofing, and summarizing data; interacting with the public regarding sensitive avian wildlife management issues; and presenting scientific information to peers and the public. The technician must be able to identify at least 50 species of passerines that regularly occur in the Sierra Nevada by sight and sound and have work experience surveying for passerines. At the GS-06 Level: In addition to the duties described at the GS-05 level, the incumbent's duties may include any or all of the following or similar duties: organizing and scheduling field crews; updating and maintaining Microsoft Access databases or other similar databases; producing maps using GIS; carrying out literature searches; and assisting in the preparation of reports that include a description of methods, preparation of figures and tables, and a summary of findings. At GS-07 Level: In addition to the duties described at the GS-05 and GS-06 levels, the incumbent's duties may include any or all of the following or similar duties: being responsible for data and database management; conducting data analysis using statistical software and/or GIS; and supervising crews comprising 1 to 4 people. FOR ALL GS LEVELS : Technician must have strong hiking, backpacking, and wilderness camping skills, be comfortable in remote wilderness settings with limited human contact, and be able to work in cold, hot, wet, windy, buggy, and potentially stormy conditions. The incumbent must be able to work well independently and in a small crew, be detail-oriented, able to maintain equipment and gear, and have excellent problem solving and communication skills. The incumbent must be able to hike up to 16 miles per day, on and off trail, over rough terrain, while carrying a heavy backpack (weighing a third of person's body weight). This position requires a high degree of physical fitness, navigation expertise, and hiking skills.
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Open & closing dates. 12/06/2019 to 12/12/2019. This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
3 vacancies in the following locations:
Paicines, CA 1 vacancy
Point Reyes Station, CA 1 vacancy
Hawaii National Park, HI 1 vacancy
Summary
The Pacific West Region is recruiting for summer seasonal Biological Science Technician (Wildlife), GS-0404-5 positions intended to assist permanent staff with Wildlife field work. Open to the first 100 applicants. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 EST on the ' applicant cut-off ' date (which may be sooner than 12/12/2019) to be considered.)
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Responsibilities
The duty stations for the parks are: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - Hawaii, USA Point Reyes National Seashore - Point Reyes Station, CA Pinnacles National Park - Paicines, CA Assists in conducting wildlife censuses and surveys and assembles basic on wildlife populations such as sex, habitat use, age structure, seasonal movement and harvest characteristics. Collects data on condition of forage, range or streams, and makes preliminary determinations on the nature of the cause of problems noted, eg drought, over-abundance, toxin etc. Assists in the development of plans and guidelines on such issues as seasons of recreational use or hunting limits by collecting, entering, checking, and compiling the specified data. Uses standard statistical methods and procedures in interpreting the field data gathered and applies these findings in preparing reports and correspondence relating to field activities.
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Dec 07, 2019
Temporary
Open & closing dates. 12/06/2019 to 12/12/2019. This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
3 vacancies in the following locations:
Paicines, CA 1 vacancy
Point Reyes Station, CA 1 vacancy
Hawaii National Park, HI 1 vacancy
Summary
The Pacific West Region is recruiting for summer seasonal Biological Science Technician (Wildlife), GS-0404-5 positions intended to assist permanent staff with Wildlife field work. Open to the first 100 applicants. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 EST on the ' applicant cut-off ' date (which may be sooner than 12/12/2019) to be considered.)
Learn more about this agency
Responsibilities
The duty stations for the parks are: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - Hawaii, USA Point Reyes National Seashore - Point Reyes Station, CA Pinnacles National Park - Paicines, CA Assists in conducting wildlife censuses and surveys and assembles basic on wildlife populations such as sex, habitat use, age structure, seasonal movement and harvest characteristics. Collects data on condition of forage, range or streams, and makes preliminary determinations on the nature of the cause of problems noted, eg drought, over-abundance, toxin etc. Assists in the development of plans and guidelines on such issues as seasons of recreational use or hunting limits by collecting, entering, checking, and compiling the specified data. Uses standard statistical methods and procedures in interpreting the field data gathered and applies these findings in preparing reports and correspondence relating to field activities.
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National Park Service
Yosemite National Park, CA, USA
Open & closing dates: 12/06/2019 to 12/12/2019. This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
6 vacancies in the following location:
Yosemite National Park, CA
Summary
The Pacific West Region is recruiting for summer seasonal Biological Science Technician (Wildlife-Terrestrial Mammals), GS-0404-5/6/7 positions intended to assist permanent staff with biological science field work. Open to the first 100 applicants. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 EST on the ' applicant cut-off ' date (which may be sooner than 12/12/2019) to be considered. The duty station for the park is: Yosemite National Park
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Responsibilities
At the GS-05: The incumbent's duties may include any or all of the following or similar duties: surveying and monitoring Sierra Nevada red fox, fisher, mountain lion, bighorn sheep, and bats. Projects take place primarily in remote wilderness settings, and secondarily in front country locations. Duties include: surveying mammals using a variety of techniques, deploying remote cameras, surveying and collecting scat, collecting and recording observational data, managing data and equipment associated with bat detectors and wildlife cameras, navigating using GPS technology, interacting with the public regarding sensitive wildlife management issues, presenting scientific information to peers and public, training interns and volunteers, and entering field data in the office. Technician may assist with other wildlife projects, as needed. Technician must be able to work well independently, maintain equipment and gear, and have excellent problem solving and communication skills. At the GS-06: In addition to the duties described at the GS-05 level, the incumbent's duties may include any or all of the following or similar duties: training and organizing field crews, updating and maintaining GIS and Microsoft Access databases or other similar databases, producing maps using GIS, and assisting in the preparation of reports, plans, and guidelines. Project reports may include literature search, description of methods, data analysis, preparation of figures and charts, and summary of findings. At GS-07 level: In addition to the duties described at the GS-05 and GS-06 levels, the incumbent's duties may include any or all of the following or similar duties: being responsible for data management, conducting data analysis using statistical software and/or GIS, and scheduling and supervising crews comprising 2 to 4 people.
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Dec 07, 2019
Temporary
Open & closing dates: 12/06/2019 to 12/12/2019. This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
6 vacancies in the following location:
Yosemite National Park, CA
Summary
The Pacific West Region is recruiting for summer seasonal Biological Science Technician (Wildlife-Terrestrial Mammals), GS-0404-5/6/7 positions intended to assist permanent staff with biological science field work. Open to the first 100 applicants. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 EST on the ' applicant cut-off ' date (which may be sooner than 12/12/2019) to be considered. The duty station for the park is: Yosemite National Park
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Responsibilities
At the GS-05: The incumbent's duties may include any or all of the following or similar duties: surveying and monitoring Sierra Nevada red fox, fisher, mountain lion, bighorn sheep, and bats. Projects take place primarily in remote wilderness settings, and secondarily in front country locations. Duties include: surveying mammals using a variety of techniques, deploying remote cameras, surveying and collecting scat, collecting and recording observational data, managing data and equipment associated with bat detectors and wildlife cameras, navigating using GPS technology, interacting with the public regarding sensitive wildlife management issues, presenting scientific information to peers and public, training interns and volunteers, and entering field data in the office. Technician may assist with other wildlife projects, as needed. Technician must be able to work well independently, maintain equipment and gear, and have excellent problem solving and communication skills. At the GS-06: In addition to the duties described at the GS-05 level, the incumbent's duties may include any or all of the following or similar duties: training and organizing field crews, updating and maintaining GIS and Microsoft Access databases or other similar databases, producing maps using GIS, and assisting in the preparation of reports, plans, and guidelines. Project reports may include literature search, description of methods, data analysis, preparation of figures and charts, and summary of findings. At GS-07 level: In addition to the duties described at the GS-05 and GS-06 levels, the incumbent's duties may include any or all of the following or similar duties: being responsible for data management, conducting data analysis using statistical software and/or GIS, and scheduling and supervising crews comprising 2 to 4 people.
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U.S. Bureau of Land Management
Lewistown, Montana, USA
This is a temporary appointment, not to exceed 1039 hours (6 months). 2020 summer season - generally from May-November.
Summary
Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our greatest natural resource.
BLM is seeking a dynamic and energetic individual to join the seasonal team to serve as an Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) for the North Central Montana District Office in Lewistown, Montana. Information about the Lewistown area can be found at Lewistown Chamber of Commerce .
Housing is not provided for this position.
For additional information about the BLM, please visit our website .
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Responsibilities
Participates in inventories of wildlife and their habitats. Collects data on wildlife number, species, sex, winter kill, movement range, and habitat forage, water and cover. Identifies problems and makes preliminary determination of cause. Participates in habitat improvement projects such as planting shrubs, trees and grasses and weed control. Participates in construction projects such as water developments, and fencing. Compiles and organizes survey data, prepares narratives and reports; enters and receives data from automated databases.
GS-06: Performs the full range of aid type and a variety of technical duties in wildlife programs. Serves as crew-member and occasionally crew lead for specific projects. Work may include but is not limited to: Researches, compiles, and tabulates wildlife inventory data (population reproducing performance, food habits, prey densities, and habitat distribution, etc.); analyzes findings and proposes project need. May lead lower graded technicians/aids in the collection of field data, including counts from fixed-wing aircraft or helicopters, vegetation surveys, (raptor) nesting surveys, and prey censusing; lays out boundaries, requirements, equipment needed, etc., for each participant; verifies accuracy of data collected in the field; compiles results. Interprets aerial photos, land-sat imagery, and topographic maps to determine land use and vegetation distribution; plots, maps, and photos nest/herd breeding sites. Enters and retrieves data from automated databases. Responsible for processing samples and specimens brought in from the field; including organizing food or habitat samples and transporting injured wildlife.
GS-07: Performs the full range of aid type and a variety of technical duties in wildlife programs. Serves as crew-member and occasionally crew lead for specific projects. Work may include but is not limited to: On-the-ground inventories of wildlife and their habitat, analyzes data and reports findings; determines factors such as occupancy and fate of reproductive efforts for selected sites, feed habits, mortality, success of growth, and adult and young behavior. Prepares reports and makes recommendations to management on the field findings. Determines likely impacts of minerals exploration, development, and operation, realty actions, recreational activities, forestry and range development or improvement projects on wildlife and their habitat. Provides information and prepares preliminary analysis of impacts on wildlife for inclusion in environmental documents. Conducts compliance checks on minerals exploration, development, and operations, realty actions, and range improvement projects to evaluate impacts and assure conformation with mitigation measures; confers with offending party to resolve nonconformance situations. Plans, aids in designing, and lays out projects for wildlife habitat improvement. Reviews forestry, watershed, and range improvement project proposals for compatibility with wildlife needs and recommends to Biologist’s construction specifications or modifications needed to safeguard or enhance wildlife habitat quality. Enters and retrieves data from automated databases.
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Dec 07, 2019
Temporary
This is a temporary appointment, not to exceed 1039 hours (6 months). 2020 summer season - generally from May-November.
Summary
Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our greatest natural resource.
BLM is seeking a dynamic and energetic individual to join the seasonal team to serve as an Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) for the North Central Montana District Office in Lewistown, Montana. Information about the Lewistown area can be found at Lewistown Chamber of Commerce .
Housing is not provided for this position.
For additional information about the BLM, please visit our website .
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Responsibilities
Participates in inventories of wildlife and their habitats. Collects data on wildlife number, species, sex, winter kill, movement range, and habitat forage, water and cover. Identifies problems and makes preliminary determination of cause. Participates in habitat improvement projects such as planting shrubs, trees and grasses and weed control. Participates in construction projects such as water developments, and fencing. Compiles and organizes survey data, prepares narratives and reports; enters and receives data from automated databases.
GS-06: Performs the full range of aid type and a variety of technical duties in wildlife programs. Serves as crew-member and occasionally crew lead for specific projects. Work may include but is not limited to: Researches, compiles, and tabulates wildlife inventory data (population reproducing performance, food habits, prey densities, and habitat distribution, etc.); analyzes findings and proposes project need. May lead lower graded technicians/aids in the collection of field data, including counts from fixed-wing aircraft or helicopters, vegetation surveys, (raptor) nesting surveys, and prey censusing; lays out boundaries, requirements, equipment needed, etc., for each participant; verifies accuracy of data collected in the field; compiles results. Interprets aerial photos, land-sat imagery, and topographic maps to determine land use and vegetation distribution; plots, maps, and photos nest/herd breeding sites. Enters and retrieves data from automated databases. Responsible for processing samples and specimens brought in from the field; including organizing food or habitat samples and transporting injured wildlife.
GS-07: Performs the full range of aid type and a variety of technical duties in wildlife programs. Serves as crew-member and occasionally crew lead for specific projects. Work may include but is not limited to: On-the-ground inventories of wildlife and their habitat, analyzes data and reports findings; determines factors such as occupancy and fate of reproductive efforts for selected sites, feed habits, mortality, success of growth, and adult and young behavior. Prepares reports and makes recommendations to management on the field findings. Determines likely impacts of minerals exploration, development, and operation, realty actions, recreational activities, forestry and range development or improvement projects on wildlife and their habitat. Provides information and prepares preliminary analysis of impacts on wildlife for inclusion in environmental documents. Conducts compliance checks on minerals exploration, development, and operations, realty actions, and range improvement projects to evaluate impacts and assure conformation with mitigation measures; confers with offending party to resolve nonconformance situations. Plans, aids in designing, and lays out projects for wildlife habitat improvement. Reviews forestry, watershed, and range improvement project proposals for compatibility with wildlife needs and recommends to Biologist’s construction specifications or modifications needed to safeguard or enhance wildlife habitat quality. Enters and retrieves data from automated databases.
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Summary
Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our greatest natural resource.
For additional information about the BLM, please visit our website .
This position is located in the North Central Montana District Office, Glasgow Field Office, located in Glasgow, Montana. Information about Glasgow and surrounding area can be found at Glasgow Chamber of Commerce .
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Responsibilities
The incumbent is responsible for performing a variety of duties including, but not limited to, the following: 1. Collecting ecological data with an emphasis on seasonal habitat characteristics of sage grouse. 2. Performing ecological investigations, requiring field sampling, and analysis of computerized data. 3. Selecting, training and mentoring seasonal crews to collect and enter vegetation data using established protocols and databases. 4. Ensuring consistent data collection and entry to meet local, regional, and national priorities. 5. Summarizing sagebrush/grassland ecology research in order to simplify technology transfers to land managers by obtaining research results through timely literature review, correspondence, personal contacts, attendance at professional meetings and symposia, and coordination with the sagebrush/grassland research community. 6. Providing sound professional judgment and scientific knowledge to solve problems and recommend solutions with alternatives. 7. Attending meetings of technical and scientific groups at the local or regional level where sage grouse habitat ecology and ecosystem management are discussed. 8. Working with resource specialists in the determination and formulation of long and short-term habitat management objectives for the North Central Montana District Office, and integrating sagebrush/grassland ecology into the District's Approved Resource Management Plan implementation activities, including recommendations for NEPA analysis.
Physical Demands: Work during field season requires strenuous physical effort and ability to periodically work long hours in the field participating in data collection or ecological assessments.
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Dec 07, 2019
Full time
Summary
Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our greatest natural resource.
For additional information about the BLM, please visit our website .
This position is located in the North Central Montana District Office, Glasgow Field Office, located in Glasgow, Montana. Information about Glasgow and surrounding area can be found at Glasgow Chamber of Commerce .
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Responsibilities
The incumbent is responsible for performing a variety of duties including, but not limited to, the following: 1. Collecting ecological data with an emphasis on seasonal habitat characteristics of sage grouse. 2. Performing ecological investigations, requiring field sampling, and analysis of computerized data. 3. Selecting, training and mentoring seasonal crews to collect and enter vegetation data using established protocols and databases. 4. Ensuring consistent data collection and entry to meet local, regional, and national priorities. 5. Summarizing sagebrush/grassland ecology research in order to simplify technology transfers to land managers by obtaining research results through timely literature review, correspondence, personal contacts, attendance at professional meetings and symposia, and coordination with the sagebrush/grassland research community. 6. Providing sound professional judgment and scientific knowledge to solve problems and recommend solutions with alternatives. 7. Attending meetings of technical and scientific groups at the local or regional level where sage grouse habitat ecology and ecosystem management are discussed. 8. Working with resource specialists in the determination and formulation of long and short-term habitat management objectives for the North Central Montana District Office, and integrating sagebrush/grassland ecology into the District's Approved Resource Management Plan implementation activities, including recommendations for NEPA analysis.
Physical Demands: Work during field season requires strenuous physical effort and ability to periodically work long hours in the field participating in data collection or ecological assessments.
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Basic Summary:
The Director of Defenders of Wildlife’s California Program leads Field Conservation staff and programs in California. The Director ensures effective on the ground implementation of imperiled wildlife and habitat conservation described in Defenders’ California program plan. The California program utilizes a wide range of policy, legal, advocacy, outreach and scientific strategies to conserve imperiled wildlife and habitat throughout the state.
The Director is responsible for supervising and providing strategic direction to California Field Conservation staff, ensuring the effective implementation of the programs for which they are responsible and efficiently and effectively managing the office. Priorities include conserving gray wolves, desert tortoises, salmon, sea otters and numerous other imperiled species in the state; promoting coexistence tools to reduce human-wildlife conflicts; influencing state legislative and administrative initiatives impacting wildlife, water, coastal areas, and other natural resources; promoting conservation planning on public and private lands; securing sustained funding for wildlife conservation needs; ensuring sound water policy that meet fish and wildlife conservation needs; addressing public land management issues on national forests, national wildlife refuges, and other federal and state public lands that impact sensitive wildlife species and important landscapes; addressing global climate change impacts on California ecosystems and wildlife, including work to meet state-mandated greenhouse gas reduction goals; and maintaining and enhancing the ecological integrity of priority wildlife habitat and the conservation of biodiversity in general. The Director provides leadership and support for outreach efforts in the state, with a priority on engagement with underrepresented communities. The Director works closely with the Vice President for Field Conservation Programs, other senior managers, field staff, and interdisciplinary teams on developing and coordinating strategies, campaigns, workplans, programs, projects, publications, coalitions, communications, organizational growth, educational materials, reports, and budgets.
Qualifications:
Education:
Advanced degree in natural resources science, public policy, conservation biology, law, wildlife management or related discipline.
Experience:
10+ years of progressively responsible, substantive experience with resource policy and with a working knowledge of water and land use planning, state and federal environmental law and regulation, and conservation biology.
Strong management, planning, and administrative skills, including 2+ years of non-profit management/supervisory experience.
Experience developing, implementing, and managing state legislative advocacy and advocacy conservation campaigns.
Other relevant experience with public policy, grassroots organizing, communications, editing, and/or development and grant writing experience.
Substantial relationships and experience working with local government, diverse stakeholders (e.g., hunting and fishing organizations, water agencies, other conservation organizations), state and federal agencies including California Natural Resources Agency, California Fish and Game Commission, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, and NOAA/National Marine Fisheries Service.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
Skills:
Strong writing and verbal communications skills, including familiarity working with the media.
Demonstrated leadership and strategic thinking skills.
Significant working knowledge of state and federal agencies, laws, and policies dealing with use and conservation of natural resources and wildlife including the California Endangered Species Act, California Environmental Quality Act, federal Endangered Species Act, Federal Land Policy and Management Act, Clean Water Act, and the National Environmental Policy Act.
Demonstrated awareness of and experience with the concerns and needs of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Ability to operate effectively as an advocate of Defenders' programs, preferably with demonstrated experience working effectively with coalitions.
Ability to analyze research, information, and produce quality work products in a consistent, efficient, and timely manner.
Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects.
Ability to supervise, coordinate, train, evaluate, and motivate program staff, interns and volunteers.
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Dec 06, 2019
Full time
Basic Summary:
The Director of Defenders of Wildlife’s California Program leads Field Conservation staff and programs in California. The Director ensures effective on the ground implementation of imperiled wildlife and habitat conservation described in Defenders’ California program plan. The California program utilizes a wide range of policy, legal, advocacy, outreach and scientific strategies to conserve imperiled wildlife and habitat throughout the state.
The Director is responsible for supervising and providing strategic direction to California Field Conservation staff, ensuring the effective implementation of the programs for which they are responsible and efficiently and effectively managing the office. Priorities include conserving gray wolves, desert tortoises, salmon, sea otters and numerous other imperiled species in the state; promoting coexistence tools to reduce human-wildlife conflicts; influencing state legislative and administrative initiatives impacting wildlife, water, coastal areas, and other natural resources; promoting conservation planning on public and private lands; securing sustained funding for wildlife conservation needs; ensuring sound water policy that meet fish and wildlife conservation needs; addressing public land management issues on national forests, national wildlife refuges, and other federal and state public lands that impact sensitive wildlife species and important landscapes; addressing global climate change impacts on California ecosystems and wildlife, including work to meet state-mandated greenhouse gas reduction goals; and maintaining and enhancing the ecological integrity of priority wildlife habitat and the conservation of biodiversity in general. The Director provides leadership and support for outreach efforts in the state, with a priority on engagement with underrepresented communities. The Director works closely with the Vice President for Field Conservation Programs, other senior managers, field staff, and interdisciplinary teams on developing and coordinating strategies, campaigns, workplans, programs, projects, publications, coalitions, communications, organizational growth, educational materials, reports, and budgets.
Qualifications:
Education:
Advanced degree in natural resources science, public policy, conservation biology, law, wildlife management or related discipline.
Experience:
10+ years of progressively responsible, substantive experience with resource policy and with a working knowledge of water and land use planning, state and federal environmental law and regulation, and conservation biology.
Strong management, planning, and administrative skills, including 2+ years of non-profit management/supervisory experience.
Experience developing, implementing, and managing state legislative advocacy and advocacy conservation campaigns.
Other relevant experience with public policy, grassroots organizing, communications, editing, and/or development and grant writing experience.
Substantial relationships and experience working with local government, diverse stakeholders (e.g., hunting and fishing organizations, water agencies, other conservation organizations), state and federal agencies including California Natural Resources Agency, California Fish and Game Commission, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, and NOAA/National Marine Fisheries Service.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
Skills:
Strong writing and verbal communications skills, including familiarity working with the media.
Demonstrated leadership and strategic thinking skills.
Significant working knowledge of state and federal agencies, laws, and policies dealing with use and conservation of natural resources and wildlife including the California Endangered Species Act, California Environmental Quality Act, federal Endangered Species Act, Federal Land Policy and Management Act, Clean Water Act, and the National Environmental Policy Act.
Demonstrated awareness of and experience with the concerns and needs of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Ability to operate effectively as an advocate of Defenders' programs, preferably with demonstrated experience working effectively with coalitions.
Ability to analyze research, information, and produce quality work products in a consistent, efficient, and timely manner.
Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects.
Ability to supervise, coordinate, train, evaluate, and motivate program staff, interns and volunteers.
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This is a term appointment not to exceed 13 months with possible extensions up to a total of 4 years without further competition. Appointment to this position will not convey permanent status in the Federal service.
Summary
What General Information Do I Need To Know About This Position? Salary: $51,440 (Step 01) to $66,868 (Step 10); NOTE: First time hires to the Federal Government are typically hired at the Step 01.
There is one vacancy; however, this announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies if they become available.
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Responsibilities
As a Biologist within the Southwest Biological Science Center, some of your specific duties will include:
-Participates in the planning and execution of complex studies on the response of biological soil crusts and plants of the Colorado Plateau to climate and land use.
-Plans, organizes and implements biological investigations.
-Performs data analysis including data summarization, statistical analyses, and writing code using R.
-Use field and lab equipment to collect data.
-Conduct literature reviews, summarize research findings and prepare tables and graphs, presents results at regional conferences, write reports and publish articles.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The work requires some physical exertion such as walking over wet, rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities. Work is performed in an office, laboratory, and in the field. Temperature and weather extremes may be encountered in the performance of outdoor work.
Travel Required
25% or less - Overnight travel of 4 nights per month may be required.
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Dec 04, 2019
Full time
This is a term appointment not to exceed 13 months with possible extensions up to a total of 4 years without further competition. Appointment to this position will not convey permanent status in the Federal service.
Summary
What General Information Do I Need To Know About This Position? Salary: $51,440 (Step 01) to $66,868 (Step 10); NOTE: First time hires to the Federal Government are typically hired at the Step 01.
There is one vacancy; however, this announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies if they become available.
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Responsibilities
As a Biologist within the Southwest Biological Science Center, some of your specific duties will include:
-Participates in the planning and execution of complex studies on the response of biological soil crusts and plants of the Colorado Plateau to climate and land use.
-Plans, organizes and implements biological investigations.
-Performs data analysis including data summarization, statistical analyses, and writing code using R.
-Use field and lab equipment to collect data.
-Conduct literature reviews, summarize research findings and prepare tables and graphs, presents results at regional conferences, write reports and publish articles.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The work requires some physical exertion such as walking over wet, rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities. Work is performed in an office, laboratory, and in the field. Temperature and weather extremes may be encountered in the performance of outdoor work.
Travel Required
25% or less - Overnight travel of 4 nights per month may be required.
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Position Summary
RAN seeks a proven, passionate, and dynamic leader to advance its mission. The ideal candidate is a movement-oriented activist who is visionary, strategic, and able to expand upon RAN’s strong reputation and successful history of real-world impact.
This is a highly influential position in both the national and international environmental and human rights communities.
This search has been planned and is being executed with the full support of the board and staff after the successful tenure and thoughtful transition of our outgoing executive director.
LETTER FROM RAN’S OUTGOING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR DOWNLOAD THIS OPPORTUNITY AS A PDF
Key Responsibilities
The Executive Director will perform the following and other duties as assigned:
Oversee the planning, implementation, management, and evaluation of all aspects of RAN to drive the organization’s overall strategic direction toward achieving RAN’s mission.
Effectively communicate RAN’s values , achievements, and impact to internal and external audiences, including stakeholders, media, Board members, staff , and other organizations.
Set and achieve fundraising targets by developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with major donors and philanthropic institutions that support RAN’s work.
Develop and maintain effective, authentic, and respectful partnerships with key programmatic allies across the globe.
Collaborate with senior leadership to sustain an organizational culture and structure that promotes highly effective work by fostering cooperation, communication, trust, equity, fairness, and inclusivity through direct feedback, transparent practices, collaborative workspaces, and choice points.
Contribute to an inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
Ensure implementation of Board directives, attend Board meetings as a non-voting member, provide timely reporting of organizational activities to the Board, advise the Board on strategic decisions, and lead Board development exports.
Direct the preparation of the annual budget and ensure that the organization operates within budget guidelines. Oversee the development and maintenance of sound financial practices.
Ensure RAN meets all its legal obligations and oversee all legal matters.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Profile and Qualifications
The successful candidate will have the following characteristics and qualifications:
Demonstrated record indicating a passion for, and alignment with, RAN’s mission, vision, and values.
Successful management of complex organizations serving as a CEO or senior leader in a nonprofit setting.
Strong communicator who is skilled in media and public relations strategy and comfortable with enthusiastically and persuasively representing RAN to external audiences.
Exceptional visionary and strategic thinking skills to chart programmatic directions that result in clear operational goals. Leadership skills to facilitate and motivate the organization through intense multi-program, and multi-team planning processes.
Nuanced understanding and experience with the dynamics of working with local, frontline, and indigenous groups and developing campaigns that create alliances with a variety of stakeholders.
Record of commitment to racial justice and equity and an awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and identities.
Demonstrated success in raising at least $1 million annually from a variety of sources and a commitment to helping raise an $8–10 million annual budget, including cultivating and soliciting major institutional and individual donors.
Proven experience in financial and operations management, including the preparation and presentation of organizational budgets.
Inspiring and collaborative leadership style that leads by example and fosters creativity and high-quality work from staff.
Compensation and Location
RAN offers an excellent benefits package and a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience. The target salary range for this position is $165,000–180,000 based off a competitive San Francisco Bay Area nonprofit survey. The final salary will be determined based on candidate experience and overall qualifications.
Benefits include full health coverage for the employee and their partner/family (plus an employer-funded Health Savings Account), vision and dental insurance, four weeks paid time off (increases to five weeks after two years), and a SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with a 3% fully vesting employer match. Additionally, after five years, staff becomes eligible for a three-month, fully paid sabbatical.
This position will be located in San Francisco, CA. International travel on a regular basis is expected.
HOW TO APPLY
CEA Recruiting is assisting RAN with this search. To be considered for this position, interested candidates must follow the link below to submit a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements through CEA’s job portal. Please direct all applications and inquiries to CEA Recruiting. This position will remain open until filled.
https://job.ceaconsulting.com/jobs/executive-director-san-francisco--105370
RAN provides all people with equal employment and volunteer opportunities and is committed to providing accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. We encourage applicants of color to apply for this position.
CEA Recruiting works with leading environmental nonprofits, foundations, and businesses to recruit top talent and design effective organizational staffing strategies.
For more information visit www.cearecruiting.com
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Dec 04, 2019
Position Summary
RAN seeks a proven, passionate, and dynamic leader to advance its mission. The ideal candidate is a movement-oriented activist who is visionary, strategic, and able to expand upon RAN’s strong reputation and successful history of real-world impact.
This is a highly influential position in both the national and international environmental and human rights communities.
This search has been planned and is being executed with the full support of the board and staff after the successful tenure and thoughtful transition of our outgoing executive director.
LETTER FROM RAN’S OUTGOING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR DOWNLOAD THIS OPPORTUNITY AS A PDF
Key Responsibilities
The Executive Director will perform the following and other duties as assigned:
Oversee the planning, implementation, management, and evaluation of all aspects of RAN to drive the organization’s overall strategic direction toward achieving RAN’s mission.
Effectively communicate RAN’s values , achievements, and impact to internal and external audiences, including stakeholders, media, Board members, staff , and other organizations.
Set and achieve fundraising targets by developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with major donors and philanthropic institutions that support RAN’s work.
Develop and maintain effective, authentic, and respectful partnerships with key programmatic allies across the globe.
Collaborate with senior leadership to sustain an organizational culture and structure that promotes highly effective work by fostering cooperation, communication, trust, equity, fairness, and inclusivity through direct feedback, transparent practices, collaborative workspaces, and choice points.
Contribute to an inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
Ensure implementation of Board directives, attend Board meetings as a non-voting member, provide timely reporting of organizational activities to the Board, advise the Board on strategic decisions, and lead Board development exports.
Direct the preparation of the annual budget and ensure that the organization operates within budget guidelines. Oversee the development and maintenance of sound financial practices.
Ensure RAN meets all its legal obligations and oversee all legal matters.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Profile and Qualifications
The successful candidate will have the following characteristics and qualifications:
Demonstrated record indicating a passion for, and alignment with, RAN’s mission, vision, and values.
Successful management of complex organizations serving as a CEO or senior leader in a nonprofit setting.
Strong communicator who is skilled in media and public relations strategy and comfortable with enthusiastically and persuasively representing RAN to external audiences.
Exceptional visionary and strategic thinking skills to chart programmatic directions that result in clear operational goals. Leadership skills to facilitate and motivate the organization through intense multi-program, and multi-team planning processes.
Nuanced understanding and experience with the dynamics of working with local, frontline, and indigenous groups and developing campaigns that create alliances with a variety of stakeholders.
Record of commitment to racial justice and equity and an awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and identities.
Demonstrated success in raising at least $1 million annually from a variety of sources and a commitment to helping raise an $8–10 million annual budget, including cultivating and soliciting major institutional and individual donors.
Proven experience in financial and operations management, including the preparation and presentation of organizational budgets.
Inspiring and collaborative leadership style that leads by example and fosters creativity and high-quality work from staff.
Compensation and Location
RAN offers an excellent benefits package and a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience. The target salary range for this position is $165,000–180,000 based off a competitive San Francisco Bay Area nonprofit survey. The final salary will be determined based on candidate experience and overall qualifications.
Benefits include full health coverage for the employee and their partner/family (plus an employer-funded Health Savings Account), vision and dental insurance, four weeks paid time off (increases to five weeks after two years), and a SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with a 3% fully vesting employer match. Additionally, after five years, staff becomes eligible for a three-month, fully paid sabbatical.
This position will be located in San Francisco, CA. International travel on a regular basis is expected.
HOW TO APPLY
CEA Recruiting is assisting RAN with this search. To be considered for this position, interested candidates must follow the link below to submit a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements through CEA’s job portal. Please direct all applications and inquiries to CEA Recruiting. This position will remain open until filled.
https://job.ceaconsulting.com/jobs/executive-director-san-francisco--105370
RAN provides all people with equal employment and volunteer opportunities and is committed to providing accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. We encourage applicants of color to apply for this position.
CEA Recruiting works with leading environmental nonprofits, foundations, and businesses to recruit top talent and design effective organizational staffing strategies.
For more information visit www.cearecruiting.com
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This is a term appointment not to exceed 13 months with possible extensions up to a total of 4 years without further competition. Appointment to this position will not convey permanent status in the Federal service.
Summary
What General Information Do I Need To Know About This Position? NOTE: First time hires to the Federal Government are typically hired at the Step 01.
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Responsibilities
As a Biologist within the Columbia Environmental Research Center, some of your specific duties will include: Participate in the planning and execution of complex studies and investigations concerning biological, chemical, and physical processes that affect ecosystems. Perform assignments in planning the approach and collecting data needed to carry out less complex studies or portions of larger biological science investigations. Plan, organize, and implement limited biological investigations that affect wildlife and/or fishery resources and their habitat conditions. Conduct limited program analyses, and review results of small studies or investigations. Gather, organize and interpret a wide variety of biological, ecological, pathological, public use data or other information pertinent to scientific studies or investigations. Designing and conducting acute and chronic toxicity tests with aquatic organisms (preferably fish and amphibians) and creating and managing databases. Data analysis with R and SAS, ArcGIS.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work requires some physical exertion such as walking over wet, rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities. The work requires moderate physical ability and average agility and dexterity.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in an office, laboratory, and/or in the field. The office is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. Temperature and weather extremes may be encountered in the performance of the outdoor work. Field and laboratory duties may require the use of special protective gear. The incumbent is expected to conduct duties in a safe and orderly manner so as not to endanger self, fellow workers, or property with which entrusted.
Travel Required
25% or less - An average of 5 nights a month
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Dec 04, 2019
Full time
This is a term appointment not to exceed 13 months with possible extensions up to a total of 4 years without further competition. Appointment to this position will not convey permanent status in the Federal service.
Summary
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Responsibilities
As a Biologist within the Columbia Environmental Research Center, some of your specific duties will include: Participate in the planning and execution of complex studies and investigations concerning biological, chemical, and physical processes that affect ecosystems. Perform assignments in planning the approach and collecting data needed to carry out less complex studies or portions of larger biological science investigations. Plan, organize, and implement limited biological investigations that affect wildlife and/or fishery resources and their habitat conditions. Conduct limited program analyses, and review results of small studies or investigations. Gather, organize and interpret a wide variety of biological, ecological, pathological, public use data or other information pertinent to scientific studies or investigations. Designing and conducting acute and chronic toxicity tests with aquatic organisms (preferably fish and amphibians) and creating and managing databases. Data analysis with R and SAS, ArcGIS.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work requires some physical exertion such as walking over wet, rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities. The work requires moderate physical ability and average agility and dexterity.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in an office, laboratory, and/or in the field. The office is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. Temperature and weather extremes may be encountered in the performance of the outdoor work. Field and laboratory duties may require the use of special protective gear. The incumbent is expected to conduct duties in a safe and orderly manner so as not to endanger self, fellow workers, or property with which entrusted.
Travel Required
25% or less - An average of 5 nights a month
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Position Summary: RAN is looking for a motivated, passionate and hard-working Organizer in New York and other parts of the Northeast to support RAN’s Organizing Program. In this position you will use your high level of professionalism, strong organizational skills and smart strategic coordination to accelerate a global transition to truly clean energy production. This position is a 40 hour per week position that reports directly to the Director of the Organizing Program.
Specific Duties: • Support strategies in the New York area, and other parts of the Northeast U.S., that support keeping fossil fuels in the ground and keeping forests standing; • Maintain an active national network with established activist groups and allies through outreach and leadership development; • Broaden RAN’s collaborative organizing into diverse constituencies, frontline and Indigenous communities; • Develop and train new volunteer leaders and groups, especially from communities of color disproportionately impacted by climate change; • Implement agreed-upon organizing and campaign activities that expose destructive practices and build toward creative solutions; • Conduct, direct or support research to be used for crafting strategy or for specific goals and activities; • In conjunction with other departments at RAN design, create, organize and use a range of tools (direct actions, direct communication, traditional and social media, briefing sheets, and other tools) to communicate with target audiences and to achieve objectives; • Draft compelling communications and advocacy materials, including email and social media content; • Represent RAN at events as well as act as a public spokesperson for RAN; Train activists in non-violent direct action, media and communication skills, grassroots organizing; • Work openly and cooperatively with other team members; • Participate in weekly RAN staff meetings; • Share responsibilities to maintain a healthy and safe workplace.
Required Qualifications: • A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience on the ground organizing on environmental or social justice issues, including familiarity with online to offline organizing; • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; • Strong interpersonal skills; • Strong organizational, time management and project management skills; • Proven ability to multitask in a fast-paced campaign environment. • Passionate commitment to climate protection, corporate campaigning, racial justice and equity; • Understanding of non-violent direct action as both a strategy and tactic; • Ability to work on tight deadlines; • Solid computer skills (MS Office-literate); • Ability to travel regularly • Demonstrates an awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations. • Contributes to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
RACIAL JUSTICE
RAN strives to integrate values of equity and fairness into our work, which includes bringing an intentional racial justice analysis to our programmatic work and organizational structure. We are seeking candidates who have a commitment to engage in this ongoing process and work with us to create a just and inclusive work environment and world. RAN provides all people with equal employment and volunteer opportunities while also staying committed to providing accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. We encourage applicants of color to apply for this position.
Compensation: The target salary range for this position is based off a competitive San Francisco Bay Area Non-profit location, with Geographical adjustments, the salary in New York will be between $48,000 and $52,000** The final salary will be determined based on the candidate experience & overall qualifications.
**Note: Adjustments to the final salary will also be made depending on the candidate’s geographical location compared to the SF Bay Area.
Benefits include full health coverage for the employee and their partner/family (plus an employer funded HSA), VSP & dental insurance, 4 weeks PTO (increases to 5 weeks after 2 years), and a Simple IRA retirement plan with a 3% fully vesting employer match. Additionally, after 5 years, staff becomes eligible for a 3 month fully paid sabbatical.
HOW TO APPLY Please apply directly with the link below: https://rainforest-action-network.breezy.hr/p/718ebc822a31-organizer-new-york
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Dec 04, 2019
Full time
Position Summary: RAN is looking for a motivated, passionate and hard-working Organizer in New York and other parts of the Northeast to support RAN’s Organizing Program. In this position you will use your high level of professionalism, strong organizational skills and smart strategic coordination to accelerate a global transition to truly clean energy production. This position is a 40 hour per week position that reports directly to the Director of the Organizing Program.
Specific Duties: • Support strategies in the New York area, and other parts of the Northeast U.S., that support keeping fossil fuels in the ground and keeping forests standing; • Maintain an active national network with established activist groups and allies through outreach and leadership development; • Broaden RAN’s collaborative organizing into diverse constituencies, frontline and Indigenous communities; • Develop and train new volunteer leaders and groups, especially from communities of color disproportionately impacted by climate change; • Implement agreed-upon organizing and campaign activities that expose destructive practices and build toward creative solutions; • Conduct, direct or support research to be used for crafting strategy or for specific goals and activities; • In conjunction with other departments at RAN design, create, organize and use a range of tools (direct actions, direct communication, traditional and social media, briefing sheets, and other tools) to communicate with target audiences and to achieve objectives; • Draft compelling communications and advocacy materials, including email and social media content; • Represent RAN at events as well as act as a public spokesperson for RAN; Train activists in non-violent direct action, media and communication skills, grassroots organizing; • Work openly and cooperatively with other team members; • Participate in weekly RAN staff meetings; • Share responsibilities to maintain a healthy and safe workplace.
Required Qualifications: • A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience on the ground organizing on environmental or social justice issues, including familiarity with online to offline organizing; • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; • Strong interpersonal skills; • Strong organizational, time management and project management skills; • Proven ability to multitask in a fast-paced campaign environment. • Passionate commitment to climate protection, corporate campaigning, racial justice and equity; • Understanding of non-violent direct action as both a strategy and tactic; • Ability to work on tight deadlines; • Solid computer skills (MS Office-literate); • Ability to travel regularly • Demonstrates an awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations. • Contributes to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
RACIAL JUSTICE
RAN strives to integrate values of equity and fairness into our work, which includes bringing an intentional racial justice analysis to our programmatic work and organizational structure. We are seeking candidates who have a commitment to engage in this ongoing process and work with us to create a just and inclusive work environment and world. RAN provides all people with equal employment and volunteer opportunities while also staying committed to providing accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. We encourage applicants of color to apply for this position.
Compensation: The target salary range for this position is based off a competitive San Francisco Bay Area Non-profit location, with Geographical adjustments, the salary in New York will be between $48,000 and $52,000** The final salary will be determined based on the candidate experience & overall qualifications.
**Note: Adjustments to the final salary will also be made depending on the candidate’s geographical location compared to the SF Bay Area.
Benefits include full health coverage for the employee and their partner/family (plus an employer funded HSA), VSP & dental insurance, 4 weeks PTO (increases to 5 weeks after 2 years), and a Simple IRA retirement plan with a 3% fully vesting employer match. Additionally, after 5 years, staff becomes eligible for a 3 month fully paid sabbatical.
HOW TO APPLY Please apply directly with the link below: https://rainforest-action-network.breezy.hr/p/718ebc822a31-organizer-new-york
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USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Albuquerque, NM, USA
Summary
This employee supports the Rocky Mountain Research Station, Wildlife and Terrestrial Ecosystems Program located in Albuquerque, NM. This scientist will develop quantitative research focused on spatial ecology, development and analysis of broad-scale monitoring programs, disease ecology, or assessment of the effects of forest restoration treatments. For additional information about the duties of this position, contact Dr. Michael Schwartz,
Michael.k.schwartz@usda.gov (email inquiries only).
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Responsibilities
Conduct quantitative research in ecology or wildlife biology at multiple spatial scales from forest stands to landscapes.
Represent an academic and/or land management organization in matters relating to quantitative vertebrate ecology.
Develop defensible monitoring methods for assessing change in wildlife populations over time.
Analyze relationships between wildlife habitats and species abundance, survival, or movement patterns.
Develop and use advanced quantitative methods to describe relationship between wildlife and associated habitats.
Collaborate with scientists to analyze existing quantitative data sets related to quantitative vertebrate ecology.
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with scientists and partners in other federal and state agencies, institutions and universities.
Initiate or develop partnerships among federal, state and NGO entities having a vital interest in wildlife populations.
Evaluate the effects of fire, fuels, restoration, and vegetation management on wildlife and/or their habitats.
Design and evaluate management, monitoring, and restoration strategies for large, mixed-ownership landscapes.
Develop management options for land management to maintain and improve conditions for wildlife at multiple scales of space and time.
Conduct research studies related to how climate change might influence management options regarding wildlife and their associated habitats.
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Dec 04, 2019
Full time
Summary
This employee supports the Rocky Mountain Research Station, Wildlife and Terrestrial Ecosystems Program located in Albuquerque, NM. This scientist will develop quantitative research focused on spatial ecology, development and analysis of broad-scale monitoring programs, disease ecology, or assessment of the effects of forest restoration treatments. For additional information about the duties of this position, contact Dr. Michael Schwartz,
Michael.k.schwartz@usda.gov (email inquiries only).
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Responsibilities
Conduct quantitative research in ecology or wildlife biology at multiple spatial scales from forest stands to landscapes.
Represent an academic and/or land management organization in matters relating to quantitative vertebrate ecology.
Develop defensible monitoring methods for assessing change in wildlife populations over time.
Analyze relationships between wildlife habitats and species abundance, survival, or movement patterns.
Develop and use advanced quantitative methods to describe relationship between wildlife and associated habitats.
Collaborate with scientists to analyze existing quantitative data sets related to quantitative vertebrate ecology.
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with scientists and partners in other federal and state agencies, institutions and universities.
Initiate or develop partnerships among federal, state and NGO entities having a vital interest in wildlife populations.
Evaluate the effects of fire, fuels, restoration, and vegetation management on wildlife and/or their habitats.
Design and evaluate management, monitoring, and restoration strategies for large, mixed-ownership landscapes.
Develop management options for land management to maintain and improve conditions for wildlife at multiple scales of space and time.
Conduct research studies related to how climate change might influence management options regarding wildlife and their associated habitats.
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Your Opportunity
Stantec is seeking an Environmental Planner to join our Impact Assessment, Permitting, and Compliance Practice in Southern California. The position is to be based out of our Bakersfield, California office. Stantec offers flexible work locations, flexible work hours and a robust compensation and benefit package.
As an Environmental Scientist/Regulatory Planner, you will provide environmental science and land use planning knowledge to help with public and private projects including Oil and Gas, Transportation Infrastructure, or Renewable Energy. Diversified experience with other business sectors such as Water, Community Development, and Mining are also desirable. You will provide support for environmental impact statement, biological and cultural assessment, CEQA/NEPA assessments and land use planning for environmental projects. Additional experience that encompasses regulatory compliance and permitting experience including with but not limited to the U.S. Clean Water Act, U.S. Endangered Species Act, Federal Land Policy and Management Act, California Endangered Species Act, California Fish and Game Code, and Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act are also desirable.
In this position, you will serve as a team member working with scientists, engineers, project managers, and junior project staff. Each day, as an environmental professional, you will contribute to multi-disciplinary project teams in all phases of the execution and delivery of projects. You should be a self-motivated professional and should also have a desire to grow personally as well as professionally with each project.
This position requires strong skills as a self-starter, with ability to participate on multiple projects simultaneously. This role will also include support to project management teams on dynamic projects.
Your Key Responsibilities
Capable of managing staff and projects
Demonstrate success with research, analysis, and reporting.
Are a self-starting, team-oriented professional with excellent written and communication skills.
Are familiar with review and analysis of scientific data, maps and drawings.
Provide support in delivering high quality work products to Stantec’s multi-disciplinary project teams.
Ability to identify opportunities and build relationships with clients.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Basic Qualifications
Environmental consulting experience is a requirement.
Experience working directly with clients.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience leading and contributing to environmental impact evaluation and environmental permit applications, including, resource and impact evaluations, preparation of NEPA/CEQA analysis and documentation.
Experience leading environmental permitting of energy facilities, pipelines, and/or other linear projects in the western United States including: USACE 404 wetland permitting, CDFW 1600 Agreements and CESA permitting, RWQCB 401 certifications, and other environmental permitting.
Demonstrated technical competence and project experience in natural resource fields applicable to environmental permitting of infrastructure projects, both public and private.
Must have a good driving record and valid Driver's License.
OSHA HAZWOPER 40 certification preferred or ability to obtain prior to employment.
Prior to employment, this position will require the successful passing of a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Preferred Qualifications
Direct experience with California independent power producers, utilities, and relevant California regulatory agencies.
Experience serving on and leading teams of staff for permitting facilities in California.
Established relationships with local, state, and federal permitting agencies.
CEQA experience.
NEPA experience.
General understanding of geographic information systems.
Ability to work independently, as well as in teams ranging from 2 to 60 staff.
Ability to direct staff technicians regarding data collection, preparation of figures and maps, and report production.
CPUC and/or CEC experience a plus
Education and Experience
BA/BS degree in Urban, Regional or Environmental Land Use Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies or a related field. 5 to 8 years of experience.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
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Dec 04, 2019
Full time
Your Opportunity
Stantec is seeking an Environmental Planner to join our Impact Assessment, Permitting, and Compliance Practice in Southern California. The position is to be based out of our Bakersfield, California office. Stantec offers flexible work locations, flexible work hours and a robust compensation and benefit package.
As an Environmental Scientist/Regulatory Planner, you will provide environmental science and land use planning knowledge to help with public and private projects including Oil and Gas, Transportation Infrastructure, or Renewable Energy. Diversified experience with other business sectors such as Water, Community Development, and Mining are also desirable. You will provide support for environmental impact statement, biological and cultural assessment, CEQA/NEPA assessments and land use planning for environmental projects. Additional experience that encompasses regulatory compliance and permitting experience including with but not limited to the U.S. Clean Water Act, U.S. Endangered Species Act, Federal Land Policy and Management Act, California Endangered Species Act, California Fish and Game Code, and Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act are also desirable.
In this position, you will serve as a team member working with scientists, engineers, project managers, and junior project staff. Each day, as an environmental professional, you will contribute to multi-disciplinary project teams in all phases of the execution and delivery of projects. You should be a self-motivated professional and should also have a desire to grow personally as well as professionally with each project.
This position requires strong skills as a self-starter, with ability to participate on multiple projects simultaneously. This role will also include support to project management teams on dynamic projects.
Your Key Responsibilities
Capable of managing staff and projects
Demonstrate success with research, analysis, and reporting.
Are a self-starting, team-oriented professional with excellent written and communication skills.
Are familiar with review and analysis of scientific data, maps and drawings.
Provide support in delivering high quality work products to Stantec’s multi-disciplinary project teams.
Ability to identify opportunities and build relationships with clients.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Basic Qualifications
Environmental consulting experience is a requirement.
Experience working directly with clients.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience leading and contributing to environmental impact evaluation and environmental permit applications, including, resource and impact evaluations, preparation of NEPA/CEQA analysis and documentation.
Experience leading environmental permitting of energy facilities, pipelines, and/or other linear projects in the western United States including: USACE 404 wetland permitting, CDFW 1600 Agreements and CESA permitting, RWQCB 401 certifications, and other environmental permitting.
Demonstrated technical competence and project experience in natural resource fields applicable to environmental permitting of infrastructure projects, both public and private.
Must have a good driving record and valid Driver's License.
OSHA HAZWOPER 40 certification preferred or ability to obtain prior to employment.
Prior to employment, this position will require the successful passing of a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Preferred Qualifications
Direct experience with California independent power producers, utilities, and relevant California regulatory agencies.
Experience serving on and leading teams of staff for permitting facilities in California.
Established relationships with local, state, and federal permitting agencies.
CEQA experience.
NEPA experience.
General understanding of geographic information systems.
Ability to work independently, as well as in teams ranging from 2 to 60 staff.
Ability to direct staff technicians regarding data collection, preparation of figures and maps, and report production.
CPUC and/or CEC experience a plus
Education and Experience
BA/BS degree in Urban, Regional or Environmental Land Use Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies or a related field. 5 to 8 years of experience.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
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National Marine Fisheries Service
Honolulu, HI, USA
Summary
This is a Direct Hire Public Notice. Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.
This position is located within the Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, National Marine Fisheries Service, Pacific Islands Regional Office, with one vacancy in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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Responsibilities
As a Biologist, you will perform the following duties: • Serve as the Endangered Species Act (ESA) Section 7 Coordinator, ensuring the effective integration of the program’s science and objectives. • Analyze and execute resolutions to difficult and complex scientific policy, procedural, and theoretical issues while advising top management officials. • Utilize data applications and systems designed to collect and assess the program’s scientific information. • Train junior biologists to implement emerging technologies into program systems and concepts and determine impact on tactics, techniques, and procedures. • Develop procedures, guidelines, and/or written reports on the investigations and assessments of human wildlife conflicts and at risk species or systems.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Up to 5% of domestic and foreign travel may be required.
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Dec 04, 2019
Full time
Summary
This is a Direct Hire Public Notice. Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.
This position is located within the Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, National Marine Fisheries Service, Pacific Islands Regional Office, with one vacancy in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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Responsibilities
As a Biologist, you will perform the following duties: • Serve as the Endangered Species Act (ESA) Section 7 Coordinator, ensuring the effective integration of the program’s science and objectives. • Analyze and execute resolutions to difficult and complex scientific policy, procedural, and theoretical issues while advising top management officials. • Utilize data applications and systems designed to collect and assess the program’s scientific information. • Train junior biologists to implement emerging technologies into program systems and concepts and determine impact on tactics, techniques, and procedures. • Develop procedures, guidelines, and/or written reports on the investigations and assessments of human wildlife conflicts and at risk species or systems.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Up to 5% of domestic and foreign travel may be required.
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Open & closing dates: 12/03/2019 to 12/09/2019. This job will close when we have received 50 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
This is a term appointment not to exceed 13 months/years with possible extensions up to a total of 4 years without further competition. Appointment to this position will not convey permanent status in the Federal service.
Summary
What General Information Do I Need To Know About This Position? Salary: $69,581 (Step 01) to $90,461 (Step 10); NOTE: First time hires to the Federal Government are typically hired at the Step 01.
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Responsibilities
As an Ecologist, with the Florence Bascom Geoscience Science Center, some of your specific duties will include:
Plan and implement research studies on the hydrologic, geomorphic, biogeochemical, and ecologic dynamics of wetland and associated stream and estuarine environments.
Lead collection of field and laboratory measurements and samples for ecosystem structure and function, biogeochemistry, soils, sediment, vegetation, water, hydrology, geomorphology, and weather, according to standard methods and develops new methods.
Analyze data, perform statistical tests, conduct hypothesis testing, create technical graphics, write and contribute to writing of project publications and data releases.
Serve as lab manager to ensure that field, laboratory, and analysis operations are efficiently organized to support science, that all appropriate safety, best management practices, and administrative requirements are followed, and plans, implements, documents, and meets requirements of USGS Quality Management System processes.
Collaborate with other scientists in interdisciplinary research on topics of priority to the USGS mission by attending project and team meetings, interacting with stakeholders and partners, contributing expert opinion, conducting peer reviews, and presenting results at professional conferences.
Work is performed in an office, lab and in the field. Lab duties require prolonged periods of standing, manual dexterity to operate equipment, occasional lifting and carrying of heavy containers and may involve exposure to hazardous chemicals. Fieldwork requires strenuous activities such as hiking, digging, and sampling in wetlands, streams, estuaries in temperature and weather extremes. All fieldwork and lab work may involve the use of power tools.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - An average of 4 nights per month.
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Dec 04, 2019
Full time
Open & closing dates: 12/03/2019 to 12/09/2019. This job will close when we have received 50 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
This is a term appointment not to exceed 13 months/years with possible extensions up to a total of 4 years without further competition. Appointment to this position will not convey permanent status in the Federal service.
Summary
What General Information Do I Need To Know About This Position? Salary: $69,581 (Step 01) to $90,461 (Step 10); NOTE: First time hires to the Federal Government are typically hired at the Step 01.
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Responsibilities
As an Ecologist, with the Florence Bascom Geoscience Science Center, some of your specific duties will include:
Plan and implement research studies on the hydrologic, geomorphic, biogeochemical, and ecologic dynamics of wetland and associated stream and estuarine environments.
Lead collection of field and laboratory measurements and samples for ecosystem structure and function, biogeochemistry, soils, sediment, vegetation, water, hydrology, geomorphology, and weather, according to standard methods and develops new methods.
Analyze data, perform statistical tests, conduct hypothesis testing, create technical graphics, write and contribute to writing of project publications and data releases.
Serve as lab manager to ensure that field, laboratory, and analysis operations are efficiently organized to support science, that all appropriate safety, best management practices, and administrative requirements are followed, and plans, implements, documents, and meets requirements of USGS Quality Management System processes.
Collaborate with other scientists in interdisciplinary research on topics of priority to the USGS mission by attending project and team meetings, interacting with stakeholders and partners, contributing expert opinion, conducting peer reviews, and presenting results at professional conferences.
Work is performed in an office, lab and in the field. Lab duties require prolonged periods of standing, manual dexterity to operate equipment, occasional lifting and carrying of heavy containers and may involve exposure to hazardous chemicals. Fieldwork requires strenuous activities such as hiking, digging, and sampling in wetlands, streams, estuaries in temperature and weather extremes. All fieldwork and lab work may involve the use of power tools.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - An average of 4 nights per month.
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Summary
This position is located in the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Alaska Fisheries Science Center (AFSC), Resource Assessment and Conservation Engineering (RACE) Division with one vacancy in Kodiak, AK.
This position is also announced under vacancy number NMFS-AKC-2019-0070, which is open to status candidates. You must apply to both announcements if you want to be considered for both
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Responsibilities
As a Fish Biologist, you will perform the following duties:
Maintain laboratory cultures of organisms; Conduct laboratory experiments including data collection and analysis assignments to support stock assessment of federally managed ground fish and crab species in Alaska.
Collect data at sea during assessment surveys and individual research projects.
Prepare equipment and conduct logistics planning & execution for fieldwork on commercially important crab species.
Contribute to staff presentations involving research projects at management related meetings and/or scientific venues; Assist in publishing research findings in reports and/or in peer-reviewed journals.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Incumbent will spend up to 60 days a year at sea. Travel will be less than 10% of time.
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Dec 04, 2019
Full time
Summary
This position is located in the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Alaska Fisheries Science Center (AFSC), Resource Assessment and Conservation Engineering (RACE) Division with one vacancy in Kodiak, AK.
This position is also announced under vacancy number NMFS-AKC-2019-0070, which is open to status candidates. You must apply to both announcements if you want to be considered for both
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Responsibilities
As a Fish Biologist, you will perform the following duties:
Maintain laboratory cultures of organisms; Conduct laboratory experiments including data collection and analysis assignments to support stock assessment of federally managed ground fish and crab species in Alaska.
Collect data at sea during assessment surveys and individual research projects.
Prepare equipment and conduct logistics planning & execution for fieldwork on commercially important crab species.
Contribute to staff presentations involving research projects at management related meetings and/or scientific venues; Assist in publishing research findings in reports and/or in peer-reviewed journals.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Incumbent will spend up to 60 days a year at sea. Travel will be less than 10% of time.
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This is a temporary appointment, not to exceed 1039 hours (6 months). 2020 summer season - generally from May-November.
Summary
Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our greatest natural resource. BLM is seeking a dynamic and energetic individual to join the seasonal team to serve as a Biological Science Technician (Plants) for the Billings Field Office in Billings, Montana. Information about the Billings Area can be found at www.billingschamber.com .
Housing is not provided for this position.
For additional information about the BLM, please visit Our website .
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Responsibilities
Biology Technicians (Plants) make observations and record data relating to plant studies; documents occurrence and distribution of identified species; inventories rare and endangered species habitat; participate in environmental studies documenting factors affecting plant species and habitat; they lead or conduct field searches for populations of sensitive, threatened or endangered plant species; photograph, collect and mount plant specimens encountered at different stages of development; collect ecological site information for population distribution, condition, trend, associated species, geology, soil type and prepare reports. Work is performed in an outdoor environment that ranges from very cold and wet to very hot and dry. This work may require physical exertion over very steep, wet, muddy, slippery, rough, uneven or rocky surfaces; and also may include bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, and similar activities.
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Dec 03, 2019
Full time
This is a temporary appointment, not to exceed 1039 hours (6 months). 2020 summer season - generally from May-November.
Summary
Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our greatest natural resource. BLM is seeking a dynamic and energetic individual to join the seasonal team to serve as a Biological Science Technician (Plants) for the Billings Field Office in Billings, Montana. Information about the Billings Area can be found at www.billingschamber.com .
Housing is not provided for this position.
For additional information about the BLM, please visit Our website .
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Responsibilities
Biology Technicians (Plants) make observations and record data relating to plant studies; documents occurrence and distribution of identified species; inventories rare and endangered species habitat; participate in environmental studies documenting factors affecting plant species and habitat; they lead or conduct field searches for populations of sensitive, threatened or endangered plant species; photograph, collect and mount plant specimens encountered at different stages of development; collect ecological site information for population distribution, condition, trend, associated species, geology, soil type and prepare reports. Work is performed in an outdoor environment that ranges from very cold and wet to very hot and dry. This work may require physical exertion over very steep, wet, muddy, slippery, rough, uneven or rocky surfaces; and also may include bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, and similar activities.
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Open & closing dates: 11/29/2019 to 12/13/2019. This job will close when we have received 50 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more .
Summary
This position is located in National Parks of Eastern North Carolina, in the Resource Management and Science Division. Open to the first 50 applicants or until 12/13/2019 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
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Responsibilities
Serves as the supervisory lead biological technician in the Outer Banks Group for field resource management activities. Supervises career seasonal GS-5 biological technicians and seasonal GS-5 biological technicians within their district. Conducts supervisory activities such as hiring of seasonals, payroll, approval of annual leave and sick leave, scheduling of staff, performance evaluations, etc. Oversees the Group's natural resources management activities related to the park Off-Road Vehicle Management Plan. Activities include wildlife and vegetation management, hydrological monitoring, water quality and meteorological monitoring, pest management, observations of shorebird nesting and breeding behaviors, sea turtle nesting monitoring. Assist with the implementation of scientific monitoring and research planning through the development of science plans and internal park science programs. Inputs resource management data into appropriate databases. Assist in planning and conducting biological surveys for the conservation and recovery of listed and at-risk species and their habitats. Assist in studying and preparing reports on monitoring and research projects for shorebirds, sea turtles, and/or other wildlife with emphasis on federally listed species. Develop and use automated databases to enter, organize, and perform preliminary analysis of collected field data. Provide work direction and guidance to lower graded technicians, volunteers, students and others who are involved in resources management activities. Conduct outreach and provide information on fish and wildlife resources. Operate a variety of field equipment commonly used in research studies. Locate, capture, census, mark, and tag terrestrial and aquatic species of fish, wildlife, and plants. Communicate with other divisions to ensure compliance with resource management activities.
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Nov 29, 2019
Full time
Open & closing dates: 11/29/2019 to 12/13/2019. This job will close when we have received 50 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more .
Summary
This position is located in National Parks of Eastern North Carolina, in the Resource Management and Science Division. Open to the first 50 applicants or until 12/13/2019 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
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Responsibilities
Serves as the supervisory lead biological technician in the Outer Banks Group for field resource management activities. Supervises career seasonal GS-5 biological technicians and seasonal GS-5 biological technicians within their district. Conducts supervisory activities such as hiring of seasonals, payroll, approval of annual leave and sick leave, scheduling of staff, performance evaluations, etc. Oversees the Group's natural resources management activities related to the park Off-Road Vehicle Management Plan. Activities include wildlife and vegetation management, hydrological monitoring, water quality and meteorological monitoring, pest management, observations of shorebird nesting and breeding behaviors, sea turtle nesting monitoring. Assist with the implementation of scientific monitoring and research planning through the development of science plans and internal park science programs. Inputs resource management data into appropriate databases. Assist in planning and conducting biological surveys for the conservation and recovery of listed and at-risk species and their habitats. Assist in studying and preparing reports on monitoring and research projects for shorebirds, sea turtles, and/or other wildlife with emphasis on federally listed species. Develop and use automated databases to enter, organize, and perform preliminary analysis of collected field data. Provide work direction and guidance to lower graded technicians, volunteers, students and others who are involved in resources management activities. Conduct outreach and provide information on fish and wildlife resources. Operate a variety of field equipment commonly used in research studies. Locate, capture, census, mark, and tag terrestrial and aquatic species of fish, wildlife, and plants. Communicate with other divisions to ensure compliance with resource management activities.
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National Park Service
Coastal Nc Refuges Gateway Visitor Center, conservation Way, Manteo, Nags Head, NC, USA
Open & closing dates: 11/29/2019 to 12/13/2019. This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
18 vacancies in the following locations:
Buxton, NC 10 vacancies
Nags Head, NC 3 vacancies
Ocracoke, NC 5 vacancies
Summary
These positions are located in National Parks of Eastern North Carolina, in the Natural Resources Division. 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 National Parks of Eastern North Carolina is March to October, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding.
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Responsibilities
This job announcement is open to receive applications from the first 100 applicants. The job announcement will remain open until either the quota of 100 applicants, or 12/13/2019 is reached. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration, even those that exceed the 100 applicant limit. Assist in conducting wildlife (shorebirds, water birds, sea turtles and marine mammals) censuses and surveys. Assists with vegetation management. Assemble basic information on wildlife populations such as habitat use, sex, age structure, seasonal movement, and harvest characteristics. Uses standard statistical methods and procedures in performing routine and recurring tests of the field data collected, and applies these findings in assisting with the presentation of reports relating to field activities. Enters and retrieves data from Geographic Information System (GIS) or other information management systems.
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Nov 29, 2019
Seasonal
Open & closing dates: 11/29/2019 to 12/13/2019. This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
18 vacancies in the following locations:
Buxton, NC 10 vacancies
Nags Head, NC 3 vacancies
Ocracoke, NC 5 vacancies
Summary
These positions are located in National Parks of Eastern North Carolina, in the Natural Resources Division. 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 National Parks of Eastern North Carolina is March to October, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding.
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Responsibilities
This job announcement is open to receive applications from the first 100 applicants. The job announcement will remain open until either the quota of 100 applicants, or 12/13/2019 is reached. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration, even those that exceed the 100 applicant limit. Assist in conducting wildlife (shorebirds, water birds, sea turtles and marine mammals) censuses and surveys. Assists with vegetation management. Assemble basic information on wildlife populations such as habitat use, sex, age structure, seasonal movement, and harvest characteristics. Uses standard statistical methods and procedures in performing routine and recurring tests of the field data collected, and applies these findings in assisting with the presentation of reports relating to field activities. Enters and retrieves data from Geographic Information System (GIS) or other information management systems.
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