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• Program Coordinator, Missouri Native Grassland Collaborative, due 5/23

  May 12, 2025 8:45 am0 views

   

  The Conservation Federation of Missouri seeks a Program Coordinator for the Missouri Native Grasslands Collaborative (MoNGC). The Coordinator will facilitate the implementation of recommendations of the MoNGC based upon input of stakeholders from diverse interest groups and organizations. Interests include prairies, grazing lands, private and public lands, and communities. This job description outlines the expectations and responsibilities for a professional to manage and coordinate the Missouri Native Grasslands Collaborative effectively. It emphasizes strategic planning and facilitating collaborative work across partners while providing flexibility for other tasks as needed. 

   Position Overview: The Program Coordinator for the MoNGC will be responsible for leading and coordinating efforts to implement strategic recommendations, facilitate meetings, manage communications, and advance the goals of the Collaborative. The role involves close interaction with steering committee members, stakeholders, partners, and contractors to ensure key initiatives' success and support Missouri's native grassland conservation efforts. The desired candidate will have extensive experience in coordinating with diverse partners, forming partnerships and leading initiatives.  

   The position has been posted on the CFM website. https://confedmo.org/job-openings/ It will be active until May 23rd. Please contact Micaela Haymaker, mhaymaker@confedmo.org or 573-634-2322 ext. 101, with any questions. 

• Environmental Analyst -Armada Analytics (Dixon, IL)

  May 2, 2025 1:15 pm5 views

   The Environmental Analyst is a role within the Engineering Department at Armada Analytics. The position entails working with senior staff completing ASTM compliant Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.

• EcoReps Position - Institute for Sustainability, Energy, and Environment (iSEE)

  Apr 30, 2025 2:00 pm7 views

  Open part-time position for rising undergrad Sophomore, Junior, and/or Senior students in the 25-26 school year who have an interest in sustainability. 

• Eastern Tallgrass Prairie Conservation Delivery Network (CDN) Manager, Wildlife Management Institute (Des Moines, IA; due April 25)

  Apr 11, 2025 2:45 pm37 views

  The Eastern Tallgrass Prairie Conservation Delivery Network (CDN) Manager will coordinate actions and communication across the partnership to expand and accelerate grassland conservation in the Eastern Tallgrass Prairie system and associated landscapes as guided by JV science plans and products, including those developed by JV partners. The focus of this position is to support the partnership’s ability to restore, enhance, manage, and protect grassland systems to provide benefits for wildlife habitat, ecological goods and services, and society.

• Natural Resources Technician, Champaign County Forest Preserve District (Mahomet, IL, open until position filled)

  Apr 8, 2025 9:30 pm54 views

  Full-time Natural Resources Technician working out of Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve (Mahomet, IL) with regular travel to all District sites. 

• Summer Camp Counselor (summer 2025), Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation (Dundee, IL)

  Apr 4, 2025 1:30 pm17 views

  Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation is looking for a Summer Camp Counseller for 2025.

  Hourly, Temporary Position. $17/hour

  Dundee, IL

• Fisheries Aide - Spring 2025, Great Lakes Indian Fish & Wildlife Commission (Wisconsin; due March 31 or until filled)

  Mar 28, 2025 11:45 am17 views

  This is a temporary, part-time position. Dates of employment are not fixed but will run approximately 2-3 weeks after ice-out.  

• Conservation Warden, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

  Mar 20, 2025 3:45 pm18 views

  We will begin accepting applications for the 2026 class of conservation wardens starting April 10, 2025. 

  We will be hosting a virtual webinar on April 22, 2025 from 5 – 6 p.m. to discuss the hiring process, training program and more!

• Biologist, Ascent (San Diego, CA)

  Mar 20, 2025 3:30 pm11 views

  Ascent is seeking a full-time junior to mid-level biologist to join our Natural Resources team in our San Diego office.

• Restoration Specialist, The Wetlands Initiative (Hennepin, IL)

  Mar 20, 2025 1:45 pm28 views

  The Wetlands Initiative is hiring a restoration specialist to conduct year-round prairie, wetland, and savanna restoration. 

• Community Conservation Coordinator, Restoring Lands (Milwaukee, WI; due March 28)

  Mar 20, 2025 12:45 pm18 views

  Through this position, Restoring Lands seeks to take ownership of addressing barriers to conservation by engaging, training, and empowering underrepresented communities in the work of fostering biodiversity, promoting climate resiliency, and enhancing public access to the outdoors. 

• Life Sciences Career Trainee (Targeted title- Environmental Protection Specialist I), Illinois EPA (Springfield, IL; due Apr. 1)

  Mar 19, 2025 9:00 am21 views

  The Office of Site Evaluation conducts environmental investigations throughout Illinois. Weekly job duties will involve occasional field work conducted through the year. The selected candidate will participate in an agency sponsored training program founded by hands-on experience for a duration of six to twelve months. This trainee position receives working assignments to develop knowledge, understanding and practical skills related to environmental site assessment and various life sciences.

• Visiting Fisheries Research Coordinator (NRES), Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences (Urbana, IL; due Apr. 6)

  Mar 12, 2025 3:15 pm34 views

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  Everything we do is designed to improve the quality of life of the people in the state of Illinois, across the nation, and around the world.  We discover, develop, translate, and disseminate knowledge to address societal concerns and train the next generation of experts and leaders in a way that empowers them to expand the boundaries and applications of science and education to higher levels of understanding and influence.
  
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  The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences (NRES) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (https://nres.illinois.edu) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Visiting Fisheries Research Coordinator (NRES). 

• Plant Ecology Interns (2 positions), Archbold Biological Station (Venus, FL; due March 19)

  Mar 12, 2025 8:00 am41 views

  These 8-month internships are a great opportunity for post-bacs (especially, but not limited to 2025 graduates) interested in gaining hands-on research experience before graduate school in ecology, evolution, botany, natural resources or related fields.

• Wisconsin Aquatic Resources Seasonal Technician (2 positions), Trout Unlimited (Northern and Southwest WI)

  Feb 19, 2025 2:15 pm20 views

  Trout Unlimited (TU) is seeking two (2) Aquatic Resource Seasonal Technicians based in Northern Wisconsin and 2-4 based in southwest Wisconsin to help fulfill the organization’s mission to bring together diverse interests to care for and recover rivers and streams, so our children can experience the joy of wild and native trout and salmon. The Aquatic Resource Seasonal Technicians will assist TU staff and a Lead Seasonal Technician with projects aimed at restoring aquatic connectivity and in-stream habitat. The primary responsibility of this position is to complete road-stream crossing inventories using the Great Lakes Road Stream Crossing Inventory method. These inventories are an important first step for TU and project partners to identify aquatic organism passage barriers and prioritize streams for future restoration work. Additional duties may include assisting with fishery and habitat surveys, monitoring recently completed aquatic connectivity project sites, assisting TU and partners with in-stream habitat restoration projects, and assisting TU staff with in-stream temperature monitoring projects.  

• Watershed Programs Specialist, Clean Lakes Alliance Madison, WI; due March 28)

  Feb 19, 2025 2:15 pm16 views

  Clean Lakes Alliance seeks a Watershed Programs Specialist to join our passionate and dedicated team. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position. This position is responsible for helping the organization effectively engage with its volunteers, build and strengthen partner relationships, research and apply for grants, and support the execution of multiple programs. The individual serving in this role will report to the Deputy Director.

• Prairie on Farms Program Manager, University of Northern Iowa (Cedar Falls, IA; due March 24)

  Feb 18, 2025 3:00 pm8 views

  Leads the Prairie on Farms program, developing expertise in seed-based prairie restoration and agricultural conservation programs; establishes relationships with rural stakeholders and initiates a project to address long term management of remnant and restored prairies; provides logistic support for selected Center projects and conducts prairie outreach and education; assists Director in seeking external funds for the program and manages grant budgets; and participates in common activities of the Center including improvements to Irvine Prairie 

• Full-Time, Part-Time, Temporary, & Seasonal Positions in Education • Conservation • Gardening • And more!, Douglas-Hart Foundation (Mattoon, IL; due March 1 or open until filled)

  Feb 18, 2025 2:30 pm25 views

  The Foundation's mission is "Through the responsible stewardship of Helen Douglas-Hart's gifts, the Douglas-Hart Foundation will be a leader in promoting the appreciation, enjoyment, and conservation of our natural resources by providing quality programs for all ages." The Douglas-Hart Foundation manages three unique properties: Friendship Garden, The Whiteside Garden, and the Douglas-Hart Nature Center. Employment for the Foundation includes working in one of the following areas: Administration, Education, Conservation/Grounds, or Horticulture/Gardens.  

• Various positions (Biologist, Fish Hatchery Technician, Conservation Aid), Nevada Department of Wildlife

  Feb 18, 2025 2:00 pm10 views

  Looking for a rewarding career in conservation? NDOW has a wide variety of employment opportunities with meaningful responsibilities that help shape the future of Nevada’s wildlife and wild spaces. 

• Wildlife Technician (3 positions), Wildlife Resources Division, Georgia DNR (Social Circle, GA; due Feb. 26)

  Feb 17, 2025 3:15 pm16 views

  Under general supervision, the Wildlife Technician 3 will assist biologists in the Wildlife Conservation Section with collecting biological data and conducting research on small mammals. The position will support program biologists by contributing to the development and implementation of scientific sampling protocols. Responsibilities include planning and coordinating surveys and research, identifying and tracking T&E species, as well as supervising seasonal workers, volunteers, and other personnel. This will include monitoring and research related to bats and other small mammals throughout Georgia. The Wildlife Tech 3 will also be the lead MOTUS technician supporting biologists tagging mammals and birds. The technician will be responsible for installing and maintaining MOTUS towers and equipment statewide. After initial training, the MOTUS technician will be expected to install new systems, troubleshoot technical issues, download data, and update the online data portal, and coordinate with MOTUS partners in the SE US. Under limited supervision, the Wildlife Tech 3 will oversee the duties and tasks associated with operating and maintaining assigned equipment for small mammal work, as well as maintenance of facilities and vehicles and purchasing of supplies and materials for fieldwork in accordance with state procedures. They will provide technical support and outreach to individuals, conservation partners, and assist other DNR staff as needed. Current rabies vaccinations are required for work with mammals. This position is housed in the Wildlife Conservation Section of the Wildlife Resources Division and will require overnight travel to project areas in remote regions of the state

• Conservation Student Intern (summer 2025), University of Wisconsin (Green Bay, WI; open until filled)

  Feb 14, 2025 4:00 pm20 views

  This position will assist in the creation of educational materials to reduce the incidence and severity of surface and groundwater-impacting manure spills/incidents through researching/summarizing digital, online and paper records to determine the root causes of manure spills/incidents, environmental impacts, and remediation, summarizing trends, and developing a reduction/prevention strategy. Open to undergraduates, graduate students and recent graduates. 

• Restoration Specialist, The Wetlands Initiative (Hennepin, IL)

  Feb 12, 2025 4:15 pm31 views

  The Wetlands Initiative is hiring a restoration specialist to conduct year-round prairie, wetland, and savanna restoration. This is a full-time position with benefits that is based in Hennepin, IL. This is an excellent opportunity to participate in the ongoing restoration and management of a large, high-quality natural area. The normal work week is 40 hours, Monday through Friday. 

• Grassland Bird Point Count Technician (mid-May - June 2025), American Bird Conservancy (TX and OK; open until filled)

  Feb 12, 2025 4:15 pm16 views

  One Point Count Technician is needed for grassland bird and quail population monitoring as part of a coordinated bird monitoring effort to assess the impacts of grassland management in the Oaks and Prairies region of northern Texas and central Oklahoma. Point counts will be performed on private lands as part of an effort to assess the effectiveness of private lands management. Basic plant monitoring is included to tie together bird populations and habitat. This is an opportunity to be part of a large-scale grassland bird conservation effort involving partner conservation agencies and organizations in Texas and Oklahoma. 

• Ecological Restoration Technician (Full-Season and Summer), EcoNorth LLC (Ashland, WI; due March 31)

  Feb 12, 2025 3:45 pm15 views

  EcoNorth LLC is hiring summer and full-time Ecological Restoration Technicians for the 2025 season. The job would be out of our headquarters in Ashland WI, near Lake Superior. Our work takes us to a variety of northern ecosystems including pine barrens, coastal estuaries, northern forests, and lakeshores. Because of our unique location, we get to work in old growth forests, remnant prairies, dune-swale complexes, and rare plant communities that few others have the opportunity to see. The bulk of our time is spent controlling invasive species, but we also survey plants, plant prairies, and create habitat for rare wildlife. 

• TPWD - Natural Resources Specialist I-II-III (Wildlife District Biologist), Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (statewide locations in TX; due Feb. 28)

  Feb 12, 2025 3:45 pm16 views

  Two biologist positions available. One will office in Woodville, TX (counties of responsibility: Tyler, Hardin, and Liberty); one will office at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX (counties of responsibility: Walker and Montgomery).

  Under the direction of the District 7 Leader, these positions are responsible for performing the professional planning and implementation of natural resource management, monitoring, and research duties associated with wildlife and habitat resources within the Pineywoods ecological region of the District 7 Wildlife District.  Provides technical assistance and public outreach programs to the general public, private landowners/land managers, sportsmen, and new constituencies.  Develops comprehensive wildlife management plans for private landowners upon request.  Disseminates information to the general public through news releases, radio/TV interviews, program presentations, and other public outreach and educational opportunities.  Performs administrative duties and prepares technical reports, popular articles, and professional journal publications.  Responsible in assigned area for public relations and educational/extension efforts to involve private citizens and organizations in support of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) programs.  Identifies public hunting and non-consumptive use opportunities on public and private lands.  Performs additional duties as assigned.  Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures. 

• Nature Program Instructor- Seasonal position (summer 2025), Round Lake Area Park District (Round Lake, IL; due April 15)

  Feb 12, 2025 3:45 pm18 views

  The Round Lake Area Park District is seeking a seasonal outdoor nature recreation instructor! 

  Are you looking for extra work this summer? Are you interested in working in parks and recreation? Do you enjoy getting outside in nature? Does environmental education interest you?  Then, our seasonal nature program instructor position is the position for you!  

  The Prairie Grass Nature Museum is seeking one seasonal nature program instructor to work with staff on outdoor nature  programs in the 2025 summer season. The Recreation instructor position is a seasonal hourly position (10-15 hours per week). The position will approximately run from June - August 2025.  

• Natural Resource Instructor (summer 2025), Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department (Castleton or Woodbury, VT; open until filled)

  Feb 11, 2025 2:45 pm11 views

  Natural Resource Instructors (NRIs) work under the Camp Director and Camp Coordinator. Instructors will be involved in teaching courses at a residential camp ranging from first aid education, hunter firearm safety, fishing, forestry, ecology, fish and wildlife management, and outdoor recreation. NRIs also directly supervise and support 8-10 campers, ages 12-16, on a weekly basis. They will also be responsible for mentoring campers in educational, social, and personal matters and assisting all staff members in carrying out camp goals, objectives, and the Vermont State Fish & Wildlife Department’s mission. Please note: this is a residential position at either the Edward F. Kehoe Camp in Castleton, VT or the Buck Lake Camp in Woodbury, VT. 

• Various Seasonal Positions, Forest Preserve District of Kane County (Geneva, IL)

  Feb 10, 2025 3:30 pm23 views

  Various job openings and internships with the Forest Preserve of Kane County including positions in:

  - Community Engagement

  - Community Engagement & Environmental Education

  - Human Resources

  - Natural Resource Management

  - Planning & Operations

  
  

• Seasonal part-time Field Technician, National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (East Alton, IL)

  Feb 10, 2025 3:15 pm29 views

  Assist the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) in collecting ecological field data in large river floodplains, riparian zones and adjacent areas. The individuals in these positions will participate in a variety of field and laboratory research activities, providing day-to-day support for NGRREC scientists, visiting scholars, and research equipment.
  
  This position is a temporary hourly position supported by grants/contracts. Hours vary week to week during seasonal periods up to 30+ hours and the position ends within 6 months after the start date.  

• Seasonal Aquatic Field Technician (Hourly) (4 positions for summer 2025), Illinois Natural History Survey (Champaign, IL; due March 9)

  Feb 10, 2025 3:15 pm33 views

  We are seeking up to four (4) field technicians to assist with aquatic research for summer 2025, with the possibility for extension depending on funding and programmatic needs. Duties include collecting mussels by hand sampling, snorkeling, and quantitative sampling along transect lines; setting and maintaining water quality collection devices; and collecting eDNA samples. Other work may include collecting fish by dip-netting, seining, and trawling, as well as back-pack, barge, and boat electrofishing; lab and museum work, data entry, processing specimens for curation, museum maintenance; equipment cleaning and maintenance; and other duties as needed. Travel is expected, and overnight travel with 2–3 hours of travel time to research sites should be expected during some work weeks. Workdays may consist of long hours outdoors or inside a lab.  

  The position will be based in Champaign, Illinois. Housing is not provided. 

• Ecologist, Chicago Botanic Garden (Glencoe, IL)

  Feb 10, 2025 9:00 am30 views

   The ecologist works with the Garden's managing ecologists to collaboratively manage the Garden’s natural areas (including our woods, prairie, river, lakes, and shorelines) while supporting applied research and helping to grow our new Stewardship and Ecology of Natural Areas (SENA) program. 

• Natural Areas Internship, Grand Prairie Friends (various locations in east-central Illinois; open until filled)

  Feb 10, 2025 9:00 am16 views

  The Natural Areas Internship is designed for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career or college program in conservation/ ecological management. Candidates with experience or interest in natural resources, or already attending college in programs related to natural resources, are encouraged to apply. 

  Position Dates: May–August positions available, start dates may vary; alternating weekends/ holidays required. 

• Land Conservation Specialist, National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (Champaign, IL))

  Feb 7, 2025 2:30 pm21 views

  The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) is seeking a Land Conservation Specialist (LCS) to actively provide agricultural conservation assistance to USDA-NRCS in a multi-county region (Champaign, Ford, Iroquois, Vermilion, Dewitt, Macon, and Piatt) . The primary purposes of the position will be to provide conservation planning, outreach, and mid-contract management assistance to agricultural producers in order to leverage Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) and Wetland Reserve Easement (WRE) opportunities to achieve wildlife and water quality goals 

• Research Assistants in Forest Ecology (5 positions for summer 2025), Marquette University (western Cascade Mountains of Oregon; open until filled)

  Feb 7, 2025 2:15 pm15 views

  The LaManna lab in the Department of Biological Sciences at Marquette University is currently looking to hire 5 enthusiastic research technicians with experience in forest-survey techniques and/or Pacific Northwest tree and plant identification skills to address questions related to the maintenance of plant species diversity in old-growth forests along a 1,000 m elevational gradient in the Western Cascade Mountains of Oregon. The work will occur at the Andrews Forest Dynamics Plots (https://forestgeo.si.edu/sites/usa/andrews) at the Andrews Experimental Forest (https://andrewsforest.oregonstate.edu/), an NSF Long-tern Ecological Research (LTER) site that is located roughly 55 minutes east of Eugene, Oregon. The area is known for its recreational opportunities including hiking and backpacking, scenic volcanoes, and the Three Sisters Wilderness Area. Pay will be commensurate with experience, and apartment- style housing at the H. J. Andrews Forest field station will be provided. Anticipated start date is 5/5/2025, and the position will run through at least 7/25/2025 (12 weeks). In addition, we will be extending one of these technician positions through 10/31/2025 (for a total of 26 weeks) and will be re-hiring 1-2 of these positions to work from 9/15/2025 to 10/31/2025 (additional 7 weeks beyond initial 12 weeks) to help set up field-based experiments in Fall 2025.

• Stream and River Research Technicians (Hourly) (6 positions for June-Oct. 2025), Illinois Natural History Survey (Champaign, IL; open until filled or due March 31)

  Feb 7, 2025 2:15 pm35 views

  The Stream Ecology lab at the Illinois Natural History Survey is seeking up to 6 research technicians to conduct bioassessments of aquatic life in streams and rivers in Illinois. 

• Seasonal Natural Areas Worker, Champaign Park District (Champaign, IL)

  Feb 6, 2025 4:00 pm18 views

  The Natural Areas Support Worker assists with the establishment and ongoing maintenance of Park District natural areas. Typical work week is 7:30am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday with typical season beginning in April and lasting through September to potentially continue into the winter months. However, work week hours may vary according to weather or seasonal demand. Some overtime hours on the weekend during peak season are required.

  
  

• Summer Technicians (2025), The Nature Conservancy Illinois Seasonal Team (multiple IL locations; open until filled)

  Feb 6, 2025 3:45 pm51 views

  The Nature Conservancy in Illinois is seeking summer Technicians across multiple locations to help manage and restore tallgrass prairies, wetlands, woodlands, and more. Some locations may include extension options into the fall. The Technician position provides opportunities to learn about plants and animals and natural areas management with an emphasis on ecological restoration including interesting, educational, and challenging outside work

• Life Sciences Career Trainee (stream and lake monitoring) (Targeted title- Environmental Protection Specialist I), Illinois EPA (Springfield, IL; due Feb. 19)

  Feb 6, 2025 3:45 pm25 views

  The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Bureau of Water (BOW), Water Pollution Control, Surface Water Section, Northern, Central, and Southern Monitoring/Central Unit is seeking to hire a Life Sciences Career Trainee (LSCT) (Option E).  The ideal candidate will participate in the agency sponsored training program for a period of six to twelve months. This trainee position receives working assignments designed to develop knowledge, understanding and practical skills consonant with various professional life sciences career discipline. As a LSCT, you will receive controlled assignments in a broad range of departmental activities with increasing difficulty and responsibility.

  
  

• Environmental Restoration Technician - Seasonal, Natural Shore Technologies (Independence, MN; due March 15)

  Jan 28, 2025 3:30 pm22 views

  As an Environmental Restoration Technician, you will work alongside experienced Crew Leaders to execute ecological restoration projects in the field. You will assist with planting, seeding, tool maintenance, brush cutting, light equipment operation, herbicide application, and more. This position provides valuable experience in plant identification, restoration techniques, and environmental management.

• Lab Assistant (spring and summer 2025), Don Ort Lab at the Institute for Genomic Biology (Urbana, IL; open until filled)

  Jan 27, 2025 11:15 am41 views

  The incumbent will assist with plant biology experiments in the lab, greenhouse, and field, including seed counting, tissue collection, planting and harvesting, etc.. 10-15 hrs per week during Spring & Fall, with up to 40 hrs per week Summer. 

• Lead Restoration Technician, Natural Shore Technologies (Independence, MN; open until filled)

  Jan 24, 2025 2:00 pm17 views

  We design, install and maintain shorelines, prairies, rain gardens and other natural landscapes for public agencies, and commercial and residential clients. Our nursery provides Minnesota native plants to a wide range of commercial and retail clients. We are in search of a motivated and dependable person, with a passion for natural resources, to monitor and maintain a variety of ecological restoration projects in the Twin Cities area.

• Aquatic/Fisheries Field Technician (Hourly; up to 10 positions) - Illinois Natural History Survey (Havana, IL; open until filled)

  Jan 24, 2025 1:45 pm26 views

  The Illinois Natural History Survey is seeking multiple (up to 10) 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. 

  
  

• Grassland Bird Nest Technicians, Emporia State University (St. John, KS; due March 14)

  Jan 24, 2025 1:30 pm12 views

  Successful applicants will assist a research team studying grassland bird responses to cattle grazing in CRP grasslands in central Kansas, late spring-summer 2025.  Technicians will search for and monitor nests ~May 19 - July 25 and also assist with vegetation structural measures. 

• Wilderness Trail Crew Member, Southern Appalachian Wilderness Stewards (Asheville, NC; due Feb. 14)

  Jan 24, 2025 1:30 pm13 views

  Southern Appalachian Wilderness Stewards (SAWS) sets standards of excellence that inspire, connect, and equip people to steward wild landscapes. We provide stewardship to protected public lands in the Southern Appalachian region, including Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, West Virginia, Arkansas, and Kentucky. SAWS partners with federal agencies, including the Forest Service, to supplement existing stewardship efforts and provide additional support for training, skill-building, and community engagement. SAWS works to support safe, equitable access to public lands, preserve natural resources, and develop the next generation of conservation stewards. 

• LTE Invasive Species, Door County Soil & Water (Sturgeon Bay, WI; due April 30)

  Jan 23, 2025 4:00 pm16 views

  The Door County Soil & Water Conservation Department (SWCD) is looking for up to three field limited term employee (LTEs) for the 2025 season (May-Oct.) to inventory and control priority invasive species infestations and provide outreach throughout Door County. This position will work under the direction of SWCD staff. Position availability is based on available grant funding. 

• Post Bachelors Student / Forest Health Program, Los Alamos National Laboratory (Los Alamos, NM)

  Jan 23, 2025 12:30 pm15 views

  This post-bachelor's internship is for candidates who have received a bachelor's degree within the last five years.The selected candidate would work with staff from the Environmental Protection and Compliance Division, conducting field monitoring of wildland fire mitigation, forest thinning, and forest health projects across the Laboratory's approximately 40 square miles. The program collaborates with wildland fire staff in the Emergency Management Division, craft crews, biologists, archeologists, environmental monitoring staff, and scientists from the Earth and Environmental Sciences Division. 

• Fishing Clinic Instructor, Illinois Department of Natural Resources (Bloomington, IL; due Jan. 30)

  Jan 23, 2025 12:15 pm44 views

  The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is looking to hire a Conservation Education Representative for Miller Park. This position will support the mission of the Office of Resource Conservation by educating students as Fish Clinic Instructors. These instructors will inform audiences of fish, fish ecology, fishing ethics and techniques for audiences of various skills and levels and experiences.  

• Soil Microbial Ecology and Biogeochemistry Undergraduate Research Technicians (summer 2025), NRES Kent Lab (Urbana, IL; open until filled)

  Jan 23, 2025 10:30 am39 views

  This position would begin as early as May 12 (with some flexibility) and continue through summer (with the option to continue research in the fall). 

• Outdoor Education Program Seasonal Leader (summer 2025), McHenry County Conservation District (Crystal Lake, IL; open until filled)

  Jan 16, 2025 2:15 pm16 views

  Are you looking for a chance to work in the outdoors?  Working with our Education Services team as a summer camp and public program leader is a great way to gain experience in environmental education and make a positive impact!  

• Restoration Ecology Field Crew (Seasonal), McHenry County Conservation District (Woodstock, IL; open until filled)

  Jan 16, 2025 2:15 pm22 views

  Gain real life experience in the natural resources field by working alongside our skilled Ecologists!