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• State Office Administrator - Chicago, IL (Deadline October 21, 2022)

  by Miguel OrtizSep 26, 2022 11:30 am |  1 View

  We’re seeking a top-notch administrator to help run the operations of The Public Interest Network’s state advocacy team. Working closely with our staff on the ground in 29 states, the administrator plays a critical role in the day to day logistics and support for effective organizations. Specifically, the administrator: 

  • Works with our team of state-based advocacy staff.
  • Manages team data and systems.
  •  Coordinates with other Public Interest Network departments.
  •  Identifies areas to innovate and improve efficiency. 

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• I Star (campus tour guide; Spring 2023), UIUC (due Oct. 2)

  by Miguel OrtizSep 23, 2022 11:45 am |  1 View

  I STARs share their love for UIUC and knowledge of campus by leading campus tours and events for prospective students and their families. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strongly encourage applications from individuals who possess and promote these values. I STARs assist our office with hosting 40,000+ visitors to campus yearly.

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• Outreach Notice - Student Trainee Forester (Silviculture), Flathead National Forest (Kalispell, MT; respond by Sept. 28)

  by Miguel OrtizSep 23, 2022 11:45 am |  1 View

  The incumbent serves as an intern-forester in the silviculture programand is responsible for development and implementation of silvicultural prescriptions and stand diagnoses in support of the district program of work. This position will have conversion potential to the GS-09 level as a 0460 seriesForester. The Flathead National Forest currently has an active vegetation managementprogram intimber sales, fuels reduction projects, reforestation, young stand tending,and salvage sales. Thispositionispart of a forest-wide program; with primary responsibilities on the Tally Lake rangerdistrict butdepending on overall program prioritieswork may be forest-wide.

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• Upcoming Job Announcement - Biological Scientist and Data Manager, U.S. Forest Service (Knoxville, TN; respond with interest by Oct. 7)

  by Miguel OrtizSep 23, 2022 11:45 am |  6  Views

  This position serves at a Research Station in a Forest Inventory and Analysis (FIA) Work Unit.  The Unit is one of four FIA Units across the country that comprises the national FIA program. FIA is a nationwide program which collects, processes, analyzes, evaluates, and publishes comprehensive information on forest and other related renewable resources.  The FIA program is charged with conducting a nationally-consistent, strategic annual forest inventory of the United States and its territories.  Annual inventory results are widely used by public agencies, private companies and organizations to make informed natural resource decisions and policies.

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• Forest Service is hiring students and recent graduates

  by Susan HelminkSep 22, 2022 2:00 pm |  10  Views

  Learn about positions opening for application September 19-28, 2022. The Forest Service is hosting webinars to help you through the application process.

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• Database Interns (part-time, winter), The Nature Conservancy (mostly remote; due Sept. 29)

  by Susan HelminkSep 21, 2022 2:00 pm |  13  Views

  Work can be flexibly completed between mid-October 2022 to late-March 2023.

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• Biological Science Technician (Plants), Plumas National Forest (Quincy, CA; due Oct. 6)

  by Miguel OrtizSep 20, 2022 3:15 pm |  9  Views

  PLUMAS NATIONAL FOREST is hiring seasonal technicians for the 2023 Field Season!

  Biological Science Technician (Plants) and Botanists – Help protect and conserve trees, forbs, grasses and other plants by conducting surveys, inventorying threatened,  endangered and sensitive plant species, and collecting and planting seeds. Work also entails inventory of invasive plant species and may include invasive treatment. 

  Positions will be filled at the following duty locations: Quincy, CA; Blairsden, CA; and Oroville, CA.

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• Biological Science Technician (Wildlife), Plumas National Forest (Quincy, CA; due Oct. 6)

  by Miguel OrtizSep 20, 2022 3:15 pm |  18  Views

  PLUMAS NATIONAL FOREST is hiring seasonal technicians for the 2023 Field Season!

  Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) – Help protect and conserve wildlife by assessing animal populations, restoring and monitoring habitat, and evaluating projects for their effect on native species.  Survey for and work with species such as California Spotted Owl, Northern Goshawk, Sierra Nevada Yellow-legged Frog, California Red-legged Frog, Foothill Yellow-legged Frog, Peregrine Falcon, Osprey, Bald Eagle, Forest Carnivores, and more. 

  Positions will be filled at the following duty locations: Quincy, CA; Blairsden, CA; and Oroville, CA. 

  Barrack housing may be available at certain duty locations. 

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• Biological Science Technician (fisheries), Agricultural Research Service (Stoneville, MS; due Sept. 20)

  by Miguel OrtizSep 16, 2022 11:15 am |  2  Views

  This position is located within the Agricultural Research Service, Southeast Area, Warmwater Aquaculture Research Unit in Stoneville, MS.

  In this position, you will improve the efficiency, profitability, and sustainability of fish farming in the United States.

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• Biological Science Technician (plants), Agricultural Research Service (Columbia, MO; due Sept. 23)

  by Miguel OrtizSep 16, 2022 10:00 am |  1 View

  This position is in the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Plant Genetics Research Unit in Columbia, MO.In this position, you will be conducting an experiment or research project related to plants; recording and analyzing scientific data; and preparing scientific information to be included in manuscripts or preparing reports.

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