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  • BIOLOGIST II - SURVEY COORDINATOR – Wildlife Division

    This position is within the Wildlife Division of the North Dakota Game and Fish Department and the employee also serves as a team member of the Game Management Section.  This section is responsible for conducting a wide variety of surveys, research and management activities for big game, upland game, furbearers, migratory game birds, and wildlife diseases in North Dakota.  The successful candidate will be the primary source for sound statistical survey design related to conducting and evaluating the aforementioned and other Department programs.  This includes working independently and providing direction to Administration and other Department staff on appropriate survey methods and courses of action.  

  • Director, US Meat Animal Reserach Center

  • ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST/PROJECT MANAGER

    Skelly and Loy is seeking a full-time Environmental Scientist/Project Manager to join our Hunt Valley, Maryland team. The ideal candidate is highly motivated individual with natural resources and environmental planning expertise in the Mid-Atlantic region (Maryland, Washington DC and Virginia).

  • Colorado State Forest Service Program Manager

    The Colorado State Forest Service is hiring for a Program Manager in the Forest Management Division.  

    Required Job Qualifications: 

    A degree in forestry, another natural resources program, or a related degree will be considered. Four years of combined field forestry and Forest Management program administration experience. Successful applicants must have a valid Colorado driver’s license or ability to acquire one upon employment.  

  • SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

    Skelly and Loy is seeking a senior environmental scientist to join our Hunt Valley, Maryland team. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated individual with natural resources and environmental planning expertise in the Mid-Atlantic region (Maryland, Washington DC and Virginia).

  • Temporary Fish & Wildlife Biologist I, Nebraska Game and Park (Lincol, NE) Due 12/13

  • Annual Technical Support Position

    Assistant Research Technician

    A highly motivated individual capable of working both independently and as part of a diverse team is being sought to provide onsite support for the Spruce and Peatland Responses Under Climatic and Environmental Change Experiment (SPRUCE) located in the USDA Forest Service's Marcell Experimental Forest in northern Minnesota. The individual will assist with managing and maintaining SPRUCE infrastructure and work with SPRUCE scientific staff to facilitate experimental activities

  • MEECS Assistant Project Coordinator, Grand Valley State University

    The Michigan Environmental Education Curriculum Support program of Grand Valley State University, seeks applicants for a part-time Assistant Project Coordinator (www.gvsujobs.org/applicants/Central?quickFind=181232). Application deadline is August 21, 2015.

  • Wood Promotion & Biomass Utilization Program Coordinator (Montana) Due 10/28

  • Natural Resources Biologist II - Three (3) vacancies Monitoring and Non-Tidal Assessment

    The Department of Natural Resources, Monitoring and Non-Tidal Assessment Division, is currently accepting applications for Natural Resources Biologist II positions. These positions are located in our Annapolis, MD office. The selected candidates will participate in the planning and implementation of freshwater stream ecological assessments and will serve as a member of a field crew responsible for the collection of data on fishes, benthic macroinvertebrates, herpetofauna, crayfishes, freshwater mussels, physical habitat, water quality, and land use in non-tidal streams and rivers as part of the Maryland Biological Stream Survey. General duties for all three positions will include field data collections, data analysis and interpretation, and reporting related to the status and distribution of Maryland's aquatic resources.

  • WQ Outreach and Citizen Monitoring Coordinator

    Utah State University’s Water Quality Extension program (www.extension.usu.edu/waterquality) is seeking a motivated, well-qualified individual to assist in coordinating our statewide water education and volunteer monitoring programs. This is a full year state AmeriCorps position through the Utah Conservation Corps with a focus on community education and volunteer mobilization. 

  • NATIVE FISH INVESTIGATIONS MANAGER

    Make a difference in Oregon’s Natural Resources. Located in Corvallis, lead a team of researchers to plan, direct, and coordinate a complex statewide research and monitoring project that provides new data on Oregon's native fish (excluding salmon and steelhead).

  • Education and Outreach Coordinator

    The primary responsibility of this position is to fulfill the education and outreach mission of Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve (CCESR), which is to providescience-based educational programs for learners of all ages to improve understanding of our planet’s ecosystems and how they are changing under humanpressures. The position involves teaching, developing, and coordinating all education and outreach activities at CCESR, which is near East Bethel, MN. Thisincludes teaching K-12 students, facilitating faculty teaching of university students at CCESR, providing professional development opportunities for K-12 teachers,and creating and leading outreach programs both at CCESR and off-site. Other duties include recruiting and training part-time teaching staff and volunteers,developing and updating programming content, evaluating programming, promoting CCESR by increasing the number of individuals participating in programs,maintaining the CCESR site usage database, reporting progress toward program goals, and working with other CCESR staff to support the research andconservation missions of CCESR.

  • SUPERVISING FISH & WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST (Fisheries Research Project Leader):

    : Make a Difference in Oregon's Natural Resources! ODFW Mission: To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations. • This position is with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife's Ocean Salmon/Columbia River Program (OSCRP) located in Clackamas (which is in the greater Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area).

  • Wildlife Biologist II, Franklin County KY

    Performs professional biological work in connection with the research and management of wildlife; and performs other duties as required.

  • Game and Park Program Specialist Engineering Division, Nebraska Game & Parks (Lincol, NE) Due 10/18

  • BANDON SENIOR HATCHERY TECHNICIAN

  • State Administrative Manager 15 - Planning & Adaptation, Natural Resources (Lansing, MI) Due 5/5

  • Restoration Project Manager, State of Indiana

    See job #119647 on I- Link @ https://i-link-illinois-csm.symplicity.com . Due September 11, 2015.

  • Wildlife Biologist III

    Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, Franklin County, Kentucky.

    This is permanent, full-time position located at the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources Headquarters, 1 Sportsman’s Lane, Frankfort, Kentucky.

  • Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation

    Under the supervision of the Wildlife Region Supervisor, participate in the development of both short and long range wildlife management and researchprojects. Is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the successful completion of assigned projects within predetermined guidelines. Must befamiliar with the principles and procedures of wildlife management and research.

  • MAEAP Technician, Ionia Conservation District, Michigan

    The Ionia Conservation District, located in Ionia, Michigan is seeking a full-time Michigan Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP) Technician.  The MAEAP Technician is responsible for delivering on-farm technical assistance in Ionia and Barry County, Michigan.  This includes conducting farm-specific risk assessments; coordinating local, state, and federal agency resources to help farmers reduce environmental risks; and assisting farmers in making progress toward MAEAP verification.  The MAEAP Technician is also responsible for collaborating with Conservation District staff to promote MAEAP and educate diverse audiences on the importance of sustainable agriculture in the Ionia and Barry County region.

    Job Description located at www.ioniacd.org

    Application Deadline: 4:00pm EST, Monday, August 24, 2015.  

  • Bat Ecologist

    EnviroScience, Inc. (ES) is recognized as a leader in environmental consulting, ecological restoration, marine services, and biomonitoring in freshwater systems throughout the USA and Canada.  ES seeks to add a full time bat ecologist to our growing natural resources division at the Stow Ohio office. 

  • Project Coordinator – Saginaw Bay Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (SB-CISMA) in Saginaw, MI

    The Saginaw Conservation District is a local subdivision of government/501 (c)3 not-for-profit hybrid organization. Our role in the community is to serve as the local lead organization in assisting private landowners with natural resources and agricultural related issues. The Saginaw Conservation District works in partnership with multiple federal, state, county, and other non-profit organizations to achieve these goals.

  • Staff Forester I, Texas A&M Forest Service (Kirbyville, TX)

  • JUNIOR WATER RESOURCES ENGINEER

    Skelly and Loy is seeking a full-time junior water resources engineer to join our Hunt Valley, Maryland team. The ideal candidate is experienced and knowledgeable in is ecosystem restoration, low impact development (LID), environmental site design (ESD), storm water management, erosion and sediment control, permitting and plan review, and construction oversight and inspection for both public and private clients within the Mid-Atlantic region.

  • Physical Science Technician

    The Northern Research Station is announcing an upcoming vacancy for a Physical Sciences Technician (GS-1311-7) position that will provide science and science support to the Center for Research on Ecosystem Change in the Northern Research Station.  The position is a permanent appointment with a full-time tour of duty, stationed in Grand Rapids, MN.

  • Senior Scientific Specialist - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (due 3/5)

  • Red River Fisheries Specialist, Department of Natural Resources (Minnesota) Due 5/6

  • Geospatial Systems Specialist

    The position is located at a Forest Service unit with responsibility for supporting managers and resource specialists in the use of geospatial technology and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for land, natural resources and ecosystem management.

  • Assistant Waterbird Ecologist

    The Stephen A. Forbes Biological Station, established in 1894, is located along the Illinois River on Chautauqua National Wildlife Refuge near Havana, Illinois. It is the oldest inland field station in North America and one of nine field stations of the Illinois Natural History Survey. The Frank C. Bellrose Waterfowl Research Center is housed at the Forbes Biological Station. Staff of the Bellrose Waterfowl Research Center conduct research on a variety of topics relevant to wetland ecosystems, with a specific focus on the ecology and management of wetlands, waterfowl, and other waterbirds. Our research efforts focus on the Illinois and Mississippi rivers and the wetlands throughout the State.

  • Program Manager for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Rock Island, IL) Due 12/18

  • NOAA Coastal Management Fellowship Program

    The NOAA Coastal Management Fellowship Program is now recruiting candidates for the2016- 2018 fellowship program. This program was established in 1996 to provide on-the-job educationand training opportunities in coastal resource management and policy for postgraduate students and toprovide project assistance to state coastal zone management programs.

  • Forest Inventory and Analysis Seasonal Crew Leader

    Full-time seasonal positions are with the Colorado State Forest Service and will generally not exceed six months, with a possibility to extend to nine months. Expected range of employment will be from April 2016 thru the end of October 2016. Actual length of employment is dependent upon workload, weather, and other factors.

  • Michigan Department of Natural Resources Wildlife biology Specialist

    The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is currently recruiting a full-time Wildlife Biology Specialist 13 in the Wildlife Division. This position is located in Lansing, Michigan.  The position is open to all applicants. Interested applicants must apply through NEOGOV.

  • Wabash Valley Waterfowl: Mallard and Teal Migration Project – Field Technicians (2)

    Technicians are needed for a project investigating stopover duration and habitat use of spring migrating Mallards in the Wabash River region of southeastern Illinois and southwestern Indiana. Duties include, but are not limited to: baiting and deploying duck capture traps, rocket netting, taking metrics and banding ducks, deploying radio transmitters, using radio telemetry to track and monitor ducks, equipment maintenance, and data management. Work will involve early mornings (e.g., 4 am departures), long days in the field, and a variable work schedule. Field vehicle and housing provided and overtime is authorized

  • Job Vacancy with the Colorado State Forest Service

    The Colorado State Forest Service is hiring for four Forester (2 –year) positions located in Boulder, Golden, Gunnison (2 positions), and Gunnison.

  • Forestry Assistance Program Forester

    The Alcona and Iosco Conservation Districts (CD) are seeking a Forestry Assistance Program Forester.

  • Land Stewardship Manager (Jo Daviess County, Illinois) Due 3/16

  • Summer Educator Intern

    Conduct wolf education and natural history programs for the public and groups. + Teach large and small groups, as well as answer wolf natural history questions from visitors. +Lead interpretive hikes and field trips. +Assist in program development for people of all ages.

  • U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE FOREST SERVICE SOUTHERN RESEARCH STATION RESEARCH BIOLOGIST

    The scientist is a Research Biologist in the Southern Research Station’s Eastern Forest Environmental Threat Assessment Center (SRS-4854). The mission of the Eastern Forest Environmental Threat Assessment Center (EFETAC) is to generate knowledge and tools needed to anticipate and respond to environmental threats. The most serious threats to forests and the benefits they provide inevitably involve complex factors interacting across multiple spatial and temporal scales. The Center’s challenge is to maintain a comprehensive and integrated research program to tackle these complex issues, while delivering knowledge to forest landowners, managers, decision-makers, scientists, and other interested audiences in a timely, useful, and user-friendly manner.

  • M.S. Environment and Society, Department of Environment and Society (Utah State University)

  • Field Research Specialist Department of Plant Biology School of Integrative Biology University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    The Department of Plant Biology/School of Integrative Biology is searching for a full time Field Research Specialist. The Field Research Specialist will have responsibility for maintenance and operation of infrastructure to impose experimental drought treatments and to lead phenotyping of setaria mapping populations.

  • COASTAL CONSERVATION PROJECT COORDINATOR:

    The Coastal Conservation Project Coordinator works in a program or preserve office and provides project management, research, administrative, and other general assistance to program staff working toward the achievement of protection, conservation or stewardship goals.

  • Soil Scientist

    The position requires participation in the land management planning and NEPA process, providing professional soils input into the development of the Forest Plan as well as Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements.  The incumbent will provide support for a wide variety of land management programs including ski area management, timber, range, special uses, and recreation management while serving as a technical expert on projects that involve complex and conflicting program goals and requirements

  • RESEARCH SCIENTIST/ENGINEER 1

    The Stand Management Cooperative (http://www.cfr.washington.edu/research.smc/) based out of the University of Washington, School of Environmental and Forest Sciences is currently seeking applicants to fill a position in support of the Stand Management Cooperative's (SMC) field operations and research. This person will provide field research support and field project management oversight and will assist SMC research staff and students in the following areas: forest nutrition, forest growth modeling, silviculture, and or wood quality studies.

  • Texas A&M Forest Service Forester Positions (2)

    These Forester positions are considered a training position with a training/mentoring period up to 2 or more years . During this training time the Forester position will be located at a TFS office with a District Forester or Regional Forester. Once the training period is complete the employee will be expected to relocate to fill vacancies in TFS offices, if vacancies exist, to assume the duties of a District Forester I.

  • Seasonal Forester

  • Biological Science Laboratory Technician, USDA (Peoria, IL) Due 11/6

  • Fish and Wildlife Biologist

    USAJOBS - Job Announcement 

    You too can make a difference in our world.  The work of the US Fish and Wildlife Service is meaningful and varied.  Want to know more about what it is like to work for us?  Click here to watch short podcasts entitled Meet Your New Boss! and Diversity is our Strength

    This vacancy announcement is part of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Hiring Initiative to fill professional biological science/natural resource management positions at the GS-05, 07, 09 and 11 grade levels. One or more positions may be filled at various locations.

    YOU MUST APPLY FOR ALL OF THE DUTY STATIONS FOR WHICH YOU ARE INTERESTED.

    Students who will complete the requirements for their degree by December 31, 2016, may apply to the national recruitment vacancy announcements.