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  • RESOURCE SCIENCE TECHNICIAN Statewide Mussel Program

    Sep 23, 2016 4:15 pm5 views

    We are accepting applications to fill the vacant Resource Science Technician position with the Statewide Mussel Program, stationed at the Central Regional Office and Conservation Research Center in Columbia, Missouri. Duties include work in the field, laboratory, and office, including maintenance of gear and equipment, collection of mussels and habitat data, data entry and database management, GIS work, literature searches, assistance with report preparation, and other duties.

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

    Sep 26, 2022 11:30 am5 views

    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. 

  • Forestry Job Opportunites

    Oct 12, 2015 4:30 pm5 views

  • Maryland Forest Service Contractual Forester

    Oct 22, 2015 3:00 pm5 views

  • Stewardship Field Coordinator, The Land Trust for Tennessee (Nashville, TN; due Nov. 17)

    Nov 3, 2023 11:15 am5 views

    The Stewardship Field Coordinator position is focused primarily on completing annual monitoring visits and other site visits to protected properties across TN. Annual Monitoring is the regular inspection of property protected with a conservation easement and is a core component of The Land Trust’s stewardship program. The Stewardship Field Coordinator may also assist as requested with other components of the stewardship program including: addressing requests for activity approvals, working with landowners to understand their conservation easement, enforcement, land management, GIS mapping and analysis, record keeping and data management, and other duties as assigned. This position is a key part of the Stewardship team, working with oversight and management from the Associate Director of Stewardship and Director of Stewardship. This is an entry-level position with potential for long-term growth within the organization.

  • Udall Foundation Scholarships

    Nov 9, 2016 2:00 pm5 views

    The Udall Scholarship awards $7,000 to sophomores or juniors committed to a career related to the environment *OR* to Native American sophomores or juniors interested in tribal policy or health care. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or U.S. permanent residents.

  • Habitat Specialist, Pheasants Forever, Inc. (Watertown, SD; due Dec. 5)

    Nov 18, 2022 2:30 pm5 views

    A full-time position is part of a partnership between South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks (SDGFP) and Pheasants Forever, Inc (PF). The incumbents will conduct habitat management work on public wildlife management areas. They are full-time, permanent employees of Pheasants Forever and will receive daily leadership from SDGFP Field Managers. The position location will be based at the Game Fish and Parks regional offices in Watertown, SD.

  • Recreation Positions (many vacancies), USDA Forest Service (Eastern Region; due Dec. 5)

    Nov 18, 2022 2:30 pm5 views

    The Forest Service is hiring for recreation positions across the Eastern Region. Jobs are available in a variety of exciting and rewarding locations. If your passion is working in the great outdoors the Forest Service invites you to apply! Recreation specialists and technicians perform most of their duties outdoors, which could include trail repair, campground maintenance, visitor information, wilderness protection, and even patrolling on skis.

  • Supervisory Forestry Technician

    Nov 20, 2015 11:30 am5 views

    The Grangeville Smoke Jumper Base is planning on filling a permanent  Smokejumper Foreman position at the GS-10/11 levels. The job is now posted in USA JOBS with this announcment number 16-FIRE-179048G-MAS. This position will be open to apply to from November 16, 2015 till closing.

  • Aquatic/Fisheries Field Technician (Hourly) (up to 8 positions for June-Oct. 2024), Illinois Natural History Survey (Havana, IL; due Feb. 23)

    Jan 19, 2024 3:45 pm4 views

    The Illinois Natural History Survey is seeking up to 8 field technicians to conduct applied research in aquatic ecology and large river systems throughout the state of Illinois. Technicians will assist large river ecologists in the collection of standardized long-term river monitoring data with additional targeted data collection. This position will be 40 hours per week and will be located in Havana, Illinois.  

    For full consideration, applications should be received by 02/23/2024, but the position may be filled sooner when a suitable candidate is found.         

  • Hydrologic Science Technician

    Jan 21, 2016 1:45 pm4 views

    The Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory of the Southern Research Station is recruiting a Hydrologic Science Technician-GS-1316-06. The position will be advertised as a term two-year appointment. The position will be at the GS-6 level (salary range $35,306 to $46,294/yr plus standard Federal benefits). The duty station will be located at the Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory in Otto, NC.  The Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory has been in continuous operation since 1934 and the research program spans the continuum of basic to applied science. Coweeta is a Long-Term Ecological Research Site and works cooperatively with several universities, National Forests, and local, state, and other federal agencies.

  • Forestry Assistance Program Forester, Clare Conservation District (Harrison, MI) due 2/24

    Jan 24, 2017 8:45 am4 views

    The Michigan Forestry Assistance Program (FAP) provides private forestland owners with technical assistance and information regarding forestry, wildlife habitat, and related natural resource concerns, so that they may make informed decisions about the use and management of their forestlands. (“Landowners” include non-industrial private forestland owners, schools, local units of government, rural, and urban residents.) The Forester position is primarily a field position.

  • Missouri Outdoor Recreational Access Program Crew Leader, Missouri Dept. of Conservation (due Feb. 18)

    Jan 24, 2022 4:45 pm4 views

    The Missouri Outdoor Recreational Access Program (MRAP) Crew Leader position will be approximately 12 months in duration, with the potential for extension anticipated. The anticipated start date is March 16, 2022.

  • RESTORING RELATIONS YOUTH CORPS LEADER

    Jan 25, 2016 3:15 pm4 views

    The position seeks applicants who are members of Native American Tribes, or identify as American Indian/Native American. Crew leaders will lead, teach, mentor and learn in a way that supports American Indian culture and values. In this way, leaders will help youth participants make connections between service project goals and indigenous values. -- Gain leadership skills and valuable job skills applicable to any career -- Earn an AmeriCorps education award for school expenses or to pay off qualified student loans -- Learn about current environmental issues and network with natural resource professionals -- Get field experience and gain natural resource management skills.

  • I Can Paddle! YOUTH OUTDOOR CREW/LEADER

    Jan 25, 2016 3:45 pm4 views

    Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) I Can! Programs introduce Minnesota families to a variety of outdoor activities including camping, fishing, paddling, and rock climbing. Youth Outdoors I Can Paddle! Crew Members serve as paddling instructors and guides for weekend canoe and kayak workshops. Instructors teach basic paddling technique and provide on-the-water guidance for first-time paddlers. Workshops take place on both lakes and rivers managed by the DNR. Instructors provide environmental education throughout the workshops as well, offering participants information about Minnesota’s natural resources.

  • Campground Naturalist (Seasonal) (Penfield, IL) Due 2/28

    Jan 29, 2018 2:15 pm4 views

  • Numerous US Forest Service Summer Jobs close tomorrow

    Feb 5, 2018 2:45 pm4 views

    Individuals interested in these positions need to create an applicant profile and build their resume in www.usajobs.gov to apply for these jobs. Now through midnight EST February 6, 2018:

    Engineering & surveying technicians, forestry technicians, hydrologic technicians, biological science technicians, archaeological technicians, equipment operators, motor vehicle operators, laborers, maintenance workers, visitor information/guides, office services, recreation, &  Youth Conservation Corps aids/leaders

    The linked notice also includes Pathways Internship opportunities.

  • Field Organizer

    Feb 8, 2016 10:45 am4 views

    Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Field Organizer is responsible for: 1. Empowering individuals to speak for themselves by identifying and developing a diverse group of members who agree to serve as the organization’s public voice on a variety of issues. 2. Formulating sound organizing strategies by analyzing the social and economic forces, power relationships and political agendas that shape the local communities where they live and in North Dakota as a whole.

  • Life Sciences Career Trainee (Upward Mobility) #11698, Illinois EPA (Springfield, IL; due Feb. 23)

    Feb 14, 2022 11:30 am4 views

    Assist in conducting scientific reviews of Site Remediation Program (SRP) 

  • Outreach Educator Intern (June 2021-May 2022), Dunes Learning Center (Chesterton, IN; due May 28)

    Feb 17, 2021 4:45 pm4 views

  • Academic Hourly - Crop and Soil Science, UIUC Dept. of NRES (Urbana, IL; due Feb. 28)

    Feb 20, 2023 1:00 pm4 views

    The employee will coordinate field and lab work associated with two projects exploringplant and soil traits that enhance ecosystem services (nutrient use efficiency, carbonsequestration, greenhouse gas emissions reductions and, productivity) and oversee laband field measurements in our on-campus organic systems trial and on-farms. Primaryduties will include management of the Soil Ecology Lab, sample collection andmeasurements to determine plant and soil health, and ecosystem services related toclimate change mitigation.

  • Field Technician (2 positions; forest; summer 2023), Purdue University (southern Indiana; due Mar. 1)

    Feb 20, 2023 1:15 pm4 views

    We are hiring two technicians to collect field data at sites within the Hoosier NationalForest in southern Indiana as part of a collaborative study between the Department ofForestry and Natural Resources at Purdue University and the USDA Forest Service. Basicknowledge of proper field techniques and backcountry safety are required. Applicantsmust possess a valid driver’s license.

  • Conservation Field Assistant, Horeb,WI -(due 2/28/20)

    Feb 21, 2020 8:00 am4 views

  • FACULTY RESEARCH ASSISTANT

    Mar 21, 2016 10:15 am4 views

    The purpose of this position is to collect field information on status and trends of vegetation on BLM lands across southeastern Oregon, to manage a 5 year rangelands inventory effort, and to provide assistance to the INR-Portland Director on managing the overall ecology program at INR. The Research Assistant (Ecologist) will work with the INR-Portland Director to assure the BLM inventory program is successful, and that vegetation plot and training data are integrated initially across southeastern Oregon, and eventually across the state.

  • Social Scientist, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Fort Collins, CO; due Mar. 29)

    Mar 22, 2024 5:30 pm4 views

    U.S. Citizens, Students - This College Graduate announcement is open to applicants who received a bachelors or advanced degree from a qualifying educational institution within the preceding two years OR will be receiving a degree no later than June 30, 2024. Note: Veterans who were precluded by their military service obligation from meeting this requirement will have up to six years to apply. 

  • Environmental Education and Stewardship Individual Placement, National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center - AmeriCorps (open until filled)

    Apr 20, 2020 1:30 pm4 views

  • Biological Science Technician (Fish), U.S. Geological Survey (Millersburg, MI; due Apr. 28)

    Apr 21, 2023 9:00 am4 views

    As a Biological Science Technician (Fish) within the Great Lakes Science Center Hammond Bay Biological Station, some of your specific duties will include assisting in conducting field studies and surveys to collect fisheries data and/or specimens to support scientific studies, assisting scientist in laboratory work, performing and/or coordinating the repair and maintenance of research and support equipment, operating and maintaining outboard powered boats, preparing and/or presenting environmental educational material of limited difficulty, overseeing and training new technicians and field crews in standard field data collection and analytical techniques.

  • Fisheries Management Technician (Hourly) - Illinois Natural History Survey

    Apr 24, 2023 11:00 am4 views

    The Illinois Natural History Survey is seeking multiple (up to 2) technicians to conduct field and laboratory work in support of sportfish management projects in streams and reservoirs in Illinois. Field work responsibilities include measuring limnological parameters and sampling fish using boat electrofishing in reservoirs and stream electrofishing gears in wadable streams. This position will be based out of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources Office in Gibson City, Illinois 

  • MN Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist I or II, Pheasants Forever, Inc., and Quail Forever (Caledonia, MN; due May 13)

    Apr 26, 2024 12:00 pm4 views

    An individual in this position will implement wildlife habitat-related conservation programs and provide technical assistance within a multi-county area while located in the USDA Service Center in Caledonia, MN.  

  • Biological Science Laboratory Technician, USDA Agricultural Research Service (Orono, ME; due May 9)

    Apr 30, 2024 11:30 am4 views

    In this position, you will assist scientists conducting research that will solve problems limiting production efficiency of coldwater marine aquaculture. 

  • Administrative Coordinator, Champaign County Soil and Water Conservation District (Champaign, IL)

    May 10, 2024 1:00 pm4 views

    The Champaign County Soil and Water Conservation District (CCSWCD) is seeking an Administrative Coordinator to coordinate and implement soil and water conservation practices as a vital member of the SWCD team and in accordance with the goals set by the CCSWCD Board of Directors.

  • Field Technician, Humane Wildlife Solutions LLC (St. Louis, MO)

    May 23, 2023 2:00 pm4 views

    Humane Wildlife Solutions LLC is now hiring!
    ...and looking to fill one or two positions immediately!

    Humane Wildlife Solutions LLC seeks to transform the way we address conflicts with urban wildlife in St. Louis City, County, and surrounding areas. We offer to residents and businesses in these areas a variety of completely humane services designed especially for the welfare of wildlife.

    In short, we provide long-term solutions at affordable prices without harming wild animals.

  • Science Education Specialist, Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission (Albany, NY; due 6/19)

    May 27, 2020 3:15 pm4 views

  • Conservation Education Representative (temporary), Illinois Dept. of Natural Resources (Lerna and Zion, IL; due July 7 or 8)

    Jun 24, 2021 11:00 am4 views

  • Biological Science Field Technician - Fort McCoy, WI, Colorado State University - Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (due July 1)

    Jun 27, 2024 8:30 am4 views

    A Biological Science Field Technician position is available with Colorado State University and the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands(CEMML) to be located at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin.

  • Physical Science Technician, New Orleans, LA (Due Date 7/7/23)

    Jun 28, 2023 1:30 pm4 views

    Duties include collecting, preparing, evaluating, and verifying samples and supporting records, keeping detailed records of experimental data, performing routine and recurring techniques and studies using a variety of fiber and textile testing and processing equipment, tabulating, statistically analyzing, and summarizing data using personal computers and software packages, and more.

  • Biological Science Technician, USDA Agricultural Research Service (Hagerman, ID; due July 5)

    Jun 28, 2023 2:00 pm4 views

    Duties include collecting, preparing, evaluating, and verifying biological samples and supporting records, searching for literature pertinent to research projects for new procedures or techniques to use in the laboratory or field, maintaining, calibrating, and modifying complex/specialized equipment and automated systems used for test and evaluation procedures, using laboratory and field equipment pertinent to research, tabulating, statistically analyzing, and summarizing data using personal computers and software packages, and more.

  • Biological Science Technician, Agricultural Research Service (Pendleton, OR; due July 14)

    Jul 5, 2022 4:15 pm4 views

    In this position, you will assist in one or more phases of the research process by performing a variety of standardized or routine duties, in a laboratory, field, or greenhouse environment, related to soil and conservation research.

  • Wildlife Technician - Wetlands and Waterbirds (Aug. 21 start), Illinois Natural History Survey (Havana, IL; open until filled)

    Jul 24, 2023 3:00 pm4 views

    The Forbes Biological Station is seeking two research technicians to assist with multiple studies assessing wetland and waterfowl ecology along the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers. These positions will include a mix of field and lab work. Primary field duties will include automated recording unit (ARU) monitoring/maintenance and waterfowl trapping. Successful candidates will be required to climb ~10ft using climbing sticks to check ARUs in trees and structures. Primary lab duties will include ARU data processing and soil core sample processing. Other research opportunities include participating in marking waterfowl with GSM transmitters, vegetation and waterfowl surveys; sampling waterfowl for avian influenza; vegetation identification and cover-mapping of wetland basins; safe operation of small and large boats, ATVs, and 4-wheel drive trucks; data entry and management; maintenance of equipment and facilities; and other duties as assigned.

  • Resource Conservationist, Champaign County Soil and Water Conservation District (Champaign, IL; due Aug. 14)

    Jul 27, 2022 11:30 am4 views

    The Champaign County Soil and Water Conservation District is seeking a full-time Resource Conservationist toadminister and implement soil and water conservation outreach, education, and technical assistance.

  • Forestry Technician

    Aug 30, 2016 11:45 am4 views

    The Six Rivers National Forest will soon be advertising for a GS-0462-10/11 Forestry Technician (Timber Sale Administration) position.  This position is permanent full time. The duty station for this position is Eureka, California.

  • Habitat Strike Team Coordinator, National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) (Alton, IL)

    Sep 13, 2023 11:15 am4 views

    The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) is seeking a Habitat Strike Team Coordinator (HST) to work alongside, coordinate, and supervise the Habitat Strike Team (HST) staff in utilizing common ecological restoration tools to establish and manage a suite of conservation practices. The primary purposes of the position will be to supervise and coordinate the NGRREC Habitat Strike Team to safely implement best restoration or management practices for particular sites and utilize the necessary tools to successfully accomplish the conservation goal on specific properties.

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

    Sep 16, 2022 10:00 am4 views

    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.

  • Physical Science Technician (soil, water, and plants), Agricultural Research Service (Oxford, MS; due Oct. 6)

    Sep 28, 2022 11:15 am4 views

    This position is located in the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), National Sedimentation Laboratory Water Quality and Ecology Research Unit in Oxford, MS.

    In this position, you will be responsible for is assisting in collecting or preparing soil, water or plant samples in a field or laboratory environment; recording scientific data; and operating basic laboratory equipment.

  • Consumer Safety Officer (open to recent graduates or those graduating by 12/31/2023), Food and Drug Administration (many vacancies in IL and other states; due Nov. 14)

    Oct 27, 2023 2:45 pm4 views

    Duties include, but are not limited to collecting samples of foods, drugs, cosmetics, and hazardous substances and examining company records to document evidence of interstate origin, assessing the degree of consistency with Good Manufacturing Practices and efficacy of quality controls, preparing written report showing results of inspections and investigations, and communicating with other Consumer Safety Officers, inspectors, and laboratory staff.

  • USDA Forest Service Temporary Student Position: Administrative Clerk

    Oct 28, 2015 4:15 pm4 views

  • USDA Agricultural Research Service Jobs for the week of 11/09/2015

    Nov 9, 2015 3:45 pm4 views

  • Sr. Wildlife Habitat Technician, Idaho Dept. of Fish & Game (Roberts, ID)

    Nov 13, 2020 3:00 pm4 views

  • Senior Scientific Specialist, Terrestrial Ecologist. (Illinois Natural History Survey) (Champaign, Illinois)

    Nov 15, 2022 11:30 am4 views

    The Illinois Natural History Survey is seeking a Terrestrial Ecologist to conduct basic and applied research assisting with ongoing surveys for terrestrial reptile, bat, and noctuid moth species that are threatened, endangered, and Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN) and assist with planning and analysis of research studies associated with the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority. This position will be based in Champaign, Illinois.

  • Assistant Professor (Practice) - Coastal Fisheries

    Nov 20, 2015 9:15 am4 views

    This is a full-time, 12-month, fixed-term, Assistant Professor of Practice position with Oregon Sea Grant (OSG) and Oregon State University Extension Service (OSUES) serving the Oregon Coastal Region with specific emphasis on the North Coast & lower Columbia River. The position will be based in Astoria, Oregon and will report to the OSU Regional Administrator in consultation with the OSG Outreach & Engagement Leader.