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  • Directorate Resource Assistant Fellows Program, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (Various) due 2/10

    Jan 30, 2017 10:00 pm0 views

    The Directorate Resource Assistant Fellows Program (DFP) is a fellowship program in the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The DFP is designed to provide a fellowship opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to participate full time for at least 11 weeks on projects that meet the qualification of a rigorous internship program.

    Participation in the DFP will offer the selected fellows an opportunity to demonstrate to supervisors and managers their potential for success. Management may directly hire a fellow who has successfully completed their fellowship program and requirements for his or her degree program.

  • BIOLOGIST II - SURVEY COORDINATOR – Wildlife Division

    Sep 23, 2016 4:30 pm2 views

    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.  

  • 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.

  • Summer Fisheries Technician, North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (Mebane, NC) due 2/24

    Jan 30, 2017 9:00 pm5 views

    This position will assist the Eastern Region Biologists with surveying and monitoring populations of federal and state endangered, threatened, and rare freshwater species using methods such as snorkeling, seining, backpack electrofishing, and boat electrofishing. Responsibilities will include field sampling (70%), aquaculture (10%), sample analysis (10%), data entry (5%), and administrative support (5%). The work area includes the Neuse, Tar-Pamlico, lower Roanoke, Chowan, and Pasquotank river basins in North Carolina. The position will begin April 1, 2017 and end November 30, 2017. We will accept inquiries for shorter periods of work; start date is flexible.

  • 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.

  • Private Lands Wetland Easement Team Specialist (Garner, Iowa) Due 3/8

    Feb 25, 2019 2:00 pm6 views

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

    Nov 22, 2019 11:45 am6 views

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

    Oct 28, 2016 9:45 am8 views

    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.

  • WEST REGION FISH RESEARCH PROGRAM MANAGER

    Jan 7, 2016 9:15 am9 views

    Make a difference in Natural Resources! Located in Corvallis, provide administrative and technical leadership affecting the freshwater production of salmonids and monitoring coastal salmonid restoration. Provide critical input on status and trends of sensitive and threatened species, effects of management actions to achieve conservation and recovery actions and other fish management activities.

  • NATIVE FISH INVESTIGATIONS MANAGER

    Jan 7, 2016 9:30 am9 views

    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).

  • Natural Resources Lab Coordinator and Collections Curator

    Jan 21, 2016 1:30 pm9 views

    Purdue University’s Department of Forestry and Natural Resources solicits applicants to fill a full-time, fiscal-year position as Natural Resources Lab Coordinator and Collections Curator. The incumbent will: coordinate and participate in activities related to field and laboratory instruction of undergraduate natural resources courses that involve identification of plants and wildlife; develop and maintain the departmental collections of vertebrate and herbarium/arboretum specimens upon which these courses rely; organize equipment, vehicles and schedules, hire Teaching Assistants, provide orientations, and coordinate daily operations on behalf of faculty and staff as Director of the department's natural resources practicum; offer, on an annual basis, an undergraduate course in natural resources.

  • Avian Conservation Research Assistant, (eastern Ohio) due 2/13

    Jan 24, 2017 2:45 pm9 views

    RESEARCH ASSISTANT I -B/H needed to assist avian sampling (stationary point counts and nest search/monitoring), vegetation sampling (woody and herbaceous), and data entry tasks for shale gas pipeline rights-of- way (ROW) research project in eastern Ohio throughout the posted time window. The successful applicant will work alongside the project’s graduate student as well as other field technicians working on different components of the ROW research (e.g., pollinators, herpetofaunal).

  • EAST REGION FISH RESEARCH PROGRAM MANAGER:

    Jan 25, 2016 4:15 pm9 views

    Make a difference in Natural Resources! Located in La Grande, provide administrative and2technical leadership to ensure consistency regarding data collection and analyses of anadromous fish lifecyclemonitoring, population dynamics, and habitat evaluations. Manage professional staff and leadefforts in research, monitoring, and evaluation studies in Oregon's Columbia River tributaries aboveBonneville Dam.

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

    Feb 8, 2016 9:30 am9 views

    : 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

    Aug 2, 2016 4:15 pm9 views

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

  • Extension Educator- Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Education - Roscommon County, MI (Due 2/27)

    Feb 11, 2020 3:30 pm10 views

  • Resource Analyst, Michigan Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division (Lansing, MI) due 2/15

    Jan 30, 2017 10:15 pm11 views

  • BANDON SENIOR HATCHERY TECHNICIAN

    Mar 21, 2016 9:45 am11 views

  • Wildlife Biologist III

    Jan 21, 2016 1:30 pm12 views

    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.

  • WEST REGION FISH RESEARCH PROGRAM MANAGER:

    Jan 25, 2016 4:15 pm12 views

    Make a difference in Natural Resources! Located in Corvallis, provide administrative andtechnical leadership affecting the freshwater production of salmonids and monitoring coastal salmonidrestoration. Provide critical input on status and trends of sensitive and threatened species, effects ofmanagement actions to achieve conservation and recovery actions and other fish management activities.

  • Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation

    Jul 11, 2016 3:00 pm12 views

    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.

  • Marine Sciences Research Technician, University of North Carolina (Morehead City, NC) due 9/5

    Aug 26, 2016 9:30 am12 views

    The Coastal Fisheries Ecology and Oceanography lab (http://www.unc.edu.ims/fodrie/)at the Institute of Marine Sciences in Morehead City, NC, is looking for a full-time technician to help conduct large-scale, manipulative field experiments regarding the effects of fragmentation on fishery production within temperate seagrass meadows.

  • Bat Ecologist

    Dec 22, 2015 1:15 pm12 views

    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. 

  • EAST REGION FISH RESEARCH PROGRAM MANAGER

    Jan 7, 2016 9:15 am13 views

    Make a difference in Natural Resources! Located in La Grande, provide administrative and technical leadership to ensure consistency regarding data collection and analyses of anadromous fish life-cycle monitoring, population dynamics, and habitat evaluations. Manage professional staff and lead efforts in research, monitoring, and evaluation studies in Oregon's Columbia River tributaries above Bonneville Dam

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

    May 2, 2019 3:00 pm15 views

  • Seasonal Waterfowl Research Technician, Iowa State University (Humboldt, IA and Madelia, MN) Due 4/10

    Mar 28, 2019 2:45 pm16 views

  • Michigan Department of Natural Resources Wildlife biology Specialist

    Jul 1, 2016 1:45 pm16 views

    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)

    Nov 7, 2016 8:00 am16 views

    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

  • Invasive Species Field Technician - University of Illinois: Champaign, IL (due 3/1)

    Feb 18, 2020 3:00 pm17 views

  • Livestock Manager/Livestock Attendant

    Mar 5, 2018 1:30 pm17 views

  • $5,000 Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Scholarship Opportunity (due 4/20)

    Mar 12, 2020 2:45 pm17 views

  • Reservoir Watershed Forester

    Jan 7, 2016 1:15 pm18 views

    The Department of Natural Resources, Forest Service,  is currently accepting applications for a Watershed Forester that will support forest management planning and landscape-scale planning/forest health assessment around three drinking water reservoirs through a MD/PA partnership, including The Nature Conservancy.

  • Department of Natural Resources Citizen-based Monitoring Coordinator

    Nov 20, 2015 9:30 am18 views

    The Department of Natural Resources is dedicated to the preservation, protection, effective management and maintenance of Wisconsin's natural resources. The Bureau of Natural Heritage Conservation is seeking to fill a Citizen-based Monitoring Coordinator located in our Central Office, Madison. In partnership with individuals and organizations, the DNR staff manage fish, wildlife, forests, parks, air, and water resources while promoting a healthy, sustainable environment and a full range of outdoor activities.

  • Regional Biologist, Ducks Unlimited (Michigan) Due 3/4

    Feb 25, 2019 3:45 pm19 views

  • Natural Resources, Department of Director of Wildlife Management Bureau - Career Executive

    Nov 16, 2016 9:15 am19 views

    State of Wisconsin Government Jobs - Job Announcement

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has a rewarding and challenging position available as a Bureau Director of Wildlife Management.  This is a high profile and critical role within the wildlife program that will provide strategic direction and leadership of bureau staff. This position works from the DNR Central Office, 101 S. Webster Street, Madison, WI and will travel throughout the state, as needed.

  • Conservation Education Representative

    Apr 28, 2016 10:45 am20 views

  • Fish and Wildlife Biologist

    Nov 16, 2016 9:15 am21 views

    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.

  • Central Hardwoods Joint Venture Conservation Delivery Coordinator, American Bird Conservancy (Louisville, KY) Due 4/19

    Apr 12, 2019 11:30 am22 views

  • Statewide Waterfowl Coordinator

    Apr 21, 2016 8:00 am22 views

  • Working with Animals Panel Friday, November 4 at noon

    Nov 1, 2016 2:30 pm22 views

    Career Center Pizza and Professionals Lunch Series presents

    Working with Animals

    Friday, November 4th

    12:00-1:00 pm

    The Career Center Interview Suite (Room 213)

  • AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES (AIS) OUTREACH INTERNS

    Jan 7, 2016 11:00 am23 views

    Member will provide national service at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, a host site for the Nevada Conservation Corps AmeriCorps Program. Working collaboratively with Lake Mead National Recreation Area (LMNRA), the Great Basin Institute is recruiting interns to learn about and participate on multiple projects including resource management and education at LMNRA. During the main boating season (April-September), the intern will educate the boating public about aquatic invasive species (AIS) and water safety, as well as gain skills and knowledge of natural and cultural resources in the LMNRA.

  • Wildlife Biologist 3 – Davidson County

    Jan 22, 2016 9:30 am23 views

    Under general supervision, is responsible for professional wildlife or fish management work of considerable difficulty; and performs related work as required.

  • Biological Science Technician (GS 6) , The Medford-Park Falls Ranger District on the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (Park Fall, WI) Due 7/3/17

    Jun 28, 2017 4:15 pm23 views

  • Forestry Jobs in America Newsletter

    Oct 26, 2016 9:30 am24 views

  • Habitat Senior Project Assistant

    Feb 11, 2016 2:45 pm25 views

    The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) is seeking a Habitat Senior Project Assistant to assist the Project Coordinator in overseeing habitat strike team 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 work with landowners to determine the best restoration or management practice application for the particular site and utilize the necessary tools to successfully accomplish the conservation goal while preparing students and practitioners to think at landscape scale levels as it pertains to conservation application. This position is part of a partnership between Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Illinois Recreational Access Program (IRAP) and Lewis and Clark Community College/ National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC).

    https://jobs.lc.edu/postings/1018

  • Deer Biologist

    Apr 28, 2016 10:45 am25 views

    State of Wisconsin Government Jobs - Job Announcement

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is currently seeking to fill two (2) Deer Biologist positions within the Bureau of Wildlife Management. These positions will be located in the Northern and Western areas of the state. The Northern position will be located in Rhinelander (Oneida County) and the Western position will be located in Black River Falls (Jackson County).

  • Biological Science Technician (CA) Due 2/02

    Feb 2, 2018 11:00 am26 views

  • District Fisheries Biologist (Pittsburg, KS) -Due 5/4

    Apr 27, 2018 12:45 pm26 views

  • Fish Hatchery Aid (Two Positions Available), Mead Fish Hatchery, Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism ( Meade, KS)

    Jan 8, 2018 1:15 pm27 views

  • Dry Forest Ecosystems Postgraduate Opportunity

    Feb 11, 2016 10:15 am27 views

    Two postgraduate appointments are immediately available in the United States Forest Service (USFS) Research Participation Program. The USFS Research Participation Program will prepare a diverse, highly talented, educated, and skilled pool of scientists and engineers to address agricultural and technology issues and enhance the future scientific and technical workforce knowledgeable and trained in fields of specific interest to USFS.