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Green Corps
2 Eaton St., Ste. 711
Hampton, Virginia 23669
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PRSRT STD
U.S. POSTAGE PAID
HAMPTON, VA
PERMIT 683
Sustaining the environmental work force
Marketing Events &
Promotions Coordinator,
Sustainable Agriculture Division
New York, New York
The Sustainable Agriculture Division of the Rainforest Alliance is a member of the
Sustainable Agriculture Network (SAN), a coalition of independent, nonprofit conservation
groups in Latin America, and serves as the SAN’s International Secretariat as well. After
more than 15 years of proving the concept and value of sustainable agriculture practices
with farmers, scientists and coffee industry leaders, certified sustainable coffee is finding
increasing enthusiasm in the marketplace. The program faces interesting challenges
and is poised for rapid growth. RA and SAN manage a program to guide, motivate and
verify social and environmental improvements on farms, awarding a seal of approval
(Rainforest Alliance Certified) to farms that meet its comprehensive standards.
Summary of Position: The Marketing Events & Promotions Coordinator will be a
professional with experience in branding and promotion. This position will be responsible
for developing strategic marketing tools, related media and collateral that build cohesive
branding messages and strengthen brand recognition and equity for RA, its certification
programs, and its program constituents. This position will coordinate promotional events
and related trade show participation on behalf of RA’s Sustainable Agriculture Division
and its participating companies.
Skill Requirements: Bachelor’s degree required. A minimum of three to five years
progressively responsible experience in consumer marketing and promotions; Proven
experience developing promotional and/or educational campaigns. Excellent writing,
editing and message development skills; Requires ability to work within a team structure
as well as independently, a creative out-of-box thinker, take initiative and be attentive
to detail; Proven experience in juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
with frequent and concurrent deadlines; Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Word,
Excel); Spanish language skills a plus; An interest in our organization’s mission and its
goals; and Willingness to travel 20%of time; some of it may be international.
To apply: Send resume, cover letter, and salary
history to Human Resources, Rainforest Alliance,
665 Broadway, Suite 500, New York, NY 10012.
Fax: 212-677-2187. E-mail: Personnel@ra.org.
JFNew is a progressive and rapidly
growing ecological services and environmental
engineering consulting firm specializing
in watershed management, ecological
restoration, wetlands, and natural resource
consulting. With multiple Midwestern locations,
our firm’s talented professionals provide a wide
range of services to corporations, federal, state,
and municipal governments, as well as private
landowners.
Our culture, values and reputation have
attracted a diverse team with a passion for natural
resources and environmental stewardship. At
the same time, an entrepreneurial spirit and
strong leadership team has been cultivated to
combine technical and professional expertise
with sound, viable business management
practices.
Current openings:
Landscape Designer (CAD Technician)
Restoration Services Project Manager
Business Development Professional
Regional Office Manager
Senior Project Manager
Project Engineer/EIT
Project Technician
View these and other openings under JFNew at
www.environmentalcareer.com
JFNew is an Equal Opportunity Employer; minorities are
encouraged to apply.
JFNew
708 Roosevelt Road
Walkerton, Indiana 46574
www.jfnew.com
February 2006
Volume I Number 1
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Andy Black
Features:
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Editor’s Note
Conservation Biologist for Gabon Biodiversity Program
Washington, DC
Background on Gabon Biodiversity Program:
SI/MAB’s mission is to promote the conservation of biodiversity through research and
education. The Gabon Biodiversity Program, established in 2001 in Gamba, southwestern
Gabon, has conducted extensive multi-taxa biodiversity studies in national parks and
other areas; established a natural history reference collection and biodiversity laboratory;
contributed to training and capacity building of local staff; and conducted applied conservation
research to topics such as ecological connectivity of African forest elephant landscapes,
impacts of roads on wildlife, forest fragmentation and logging impacts, and best-practice oil
development in lowland rainforest habitats. See program website: http://nationalzoo.si.edu/
ConservationAndScience/MAB/researchprojects/appliedconservation/gabon/
Conservation Biologist Post-doc Description: We are seeking several post-doctoral
researchers in conservation biology to lead different axes of research in developing the
ecological monitoring plan listed above. The project could include all stages of research, from
literature review, study design, data collection, data analysis, and publication of results. We
seek individuals with background in and the desire to contribute to applied research in one or
more of the above topics, while also contributing to the program’s operation on other fronts and
studies. Fellowships will be based in Washington, D.C. with the potential to conduct research
in field sites as the operation dictates. This position will work with a variety of MAB staff. The
Director for Conservation and Development will serve as advisor to the fellowship.
Qualifications: Doctoral degree in biology, ecology or related field. Experience in gathering,
analyzing and interpreting biological data. Excellent oral and written communications skills.
Fluent in English; French desired. Ability to conduct independent research as well as part of
a research team. Must be able to start in early 2006. Stipend: 40-50k USD plus allowances.
Type: One-year with potential to be renewed. Date Closing: March 1, 2006.
Please send via email, a cover letter, CV and the name and contact information of three
individuals that can serve as references to:
Welcome to the inaugural issue of the Green Careers Journal. I want to thank
everyone who took the time to answer our online survey to help us focus the Green
Careers Journal on your needs.
In the upcoming issues of the Green Careers Journal, you will notice new features,
employer profiles, salary and career survey results, and more jobs in green energy,
sustainable planning and design, and international career fields. These new
listings will supplement our core job listings that you expect from us -- that is
comprehensive job listings in environmental science and engineering, biology and
ecology, forestry/natural resources, environmental education, environmental policy
and management, and environmental advocacy.
This month, we feature solar energy jobs. Andy Black’s article from Solar Today
is an outstanding and informative insight to that niche renewable energy/
environmental career field. The solar industry is hot and getting hotter.
Next month, the Green Careers Journal will focus on green building careers. Green
building careers are not only for architects and engineers, but the field also needs
environmental scientists as our 2004 Green Building Careers Survey results show.
The field especially needs environmental professionals who know well the field of
recycling, pollution prevention, renewable energy, and green materials.
Please contact us at eccinfo@environmentalcareer.com whenever you want to
discuss environmental careers or want to contribute to the Green Careers Journal.
Keep working for a better environment!
Smithsonian Institution
MAB Program
ATTN: Alfonso Alonso
PO Box 37012
Q-3123, MRC 705
Washington, DC 20013-7012
E-mail to: aalonso@si.edu with copy to LeeMi@si.edu
Biologist
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Biologist sought for a full-time position in Albuquerque, New Mexico with
Ecosystem Management, Inc (EMI), a full services environmental firm. The position
requires a BA/BS in biology, botany, ecology, or wildlife (Master’s degree preferred).
The biologist will conduct field biological surveys, wetland delineations, and
prepare environmental documents. The projects will range from water/wastewater
resources, local and federal government, energy resources, transportation, and
ecological research including land management planning, natural resources
studies, monitoring and restoration. Individuals with expertise and permits for
handling Endangered Species, including reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates
are encouraged to apply. Direct environmental consulting experience desirable.
ARCGIS mapping skills desirable. Wetland delineation experience preferred.
Southwestern ecosystems experience desirable. Excellent writing and interpersonal
skills required. EMI performs work in several western states. Medical, dental, and
401K benefits. Send resume and three references by February 21, 2006.
The position requires a BA/BS in biology, botany, ecology, or wildlife
(Master’s degree preferred). Direct environmental consulting experience desirable.
ARCGIS mapping skills desirable. Wetland delineation experience preferred.
Southwestern ecosystems experience desirable.
John Esson
Publisher
NEPA ENVIRONMENTAL COORDINATOR
Denver, Colorado
Responsible for coordinating the development, planning, preparation and
monitoring of environmental studies and reports for assigned projects;
developing, and implementing natural resources, air, water quality,
hazardous waste, and toxic substance compliance programs.
● Bachelor’s degree in physical or biological sciences or related area, or
equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
● Five years of professional experience in environmental planning, or
related field, preferably related to electric utilities.
● One year of experience in a lead or coordinator role.
● Strong experience and working knowledge of the National Environmental
Policy Act regarding environmental planning and permitting associated
with power transmission construction projects.
Competitive
assistance.
salary
and
benefits
package,
including
relocation
Submit resume and salary history to Tri-State Generation and
Transmission Assoc., Inc., P.O. Box 33695, HR ENCRNEP, Denver, CO
80233 or submit online at www.tristategt.org, then click on Careers.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran
Ecosystem Management, Inc
4004 Carlisle Blvd NE Suite C
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87107
www.emi-nm.com
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February 2006
Feature
Finding Your Dream Job In Solar
How to build the skills, experience and
connections that will give you an edge
Solar Decathlon
Washington Mall
And the winner is … all of us!
By Andy Black
More and more people are looking for a job in the solar
business these days. With booming consumer interest,
strong public support in terms of legislation and
incentives, and growing market demand worldwide,
enormous opportunity exists for those who want to jump
into solar. Jobs are becoming available for installers,
sales people, mechanical engineers, manufacturing
personnel, R&D scientists and engineers, marketing
and finance, to name just a few positions.
Though
it
is
impossible
to
accurately predict
the number of solar
jobs that will be
created in coming
years, what is clear
is that the industry
is growing rapidly.
According to Photon
International
magazine,
sales
growth typically has
been 30 to 40 percent
per year worldwide
during the past five
years. Last year was
a breakout year at over 50 percent. This growth
in sales is expected to continue at over 30 percent
for the next five years as well, making solar the
fastest-growing industry of significant size in
the world. The solar industry exceeded the 1gigawatt mark in annual production in 2004,
and represents a $6 billion to $7 billion industry
worldwide.
Do you have the skills, desire and attitude to get
involved? Are you willing to obtain the required
expertise? This article will encourage you to
develop a useful skill and a network of colleagues.
Is a Solar Career for You?
First, let’s determine if a solar career is a good fit for
you. Do you want a rewarding job where you feel great
about your work, and can be proud of what you do? Do
you want people to respond “Cool!” when you tell them
what you do? If so, solar may be a great field for you.
Now for the harder questions: Are you willing to
take a cut in pay? Most people and positions I know
of pay about half what you might earn in the rest of
the “for-profit industrial world.” For example, while a
salesperson working outside the industry might earn
$100,000 to $400,000 per year, a solar salesperson
might make an annual salary of $40,000, up to $100,000
if they’re especially good. An installer (rarely unionized
in the solar field) generally earns $8 to $16 per hour
— again, about half what a similar job might pay in
another field. Are you willing to put job satisfaction
ahead of pay?
What about work hours? Most people I know in this
business work a lot more than 40 hours a week. They
do so because they love it. The successful people in the
solar field generally are committed to their jobs and
expend a considerable amount of extra effort. This
extra effort benefits not only your employer and the
industry as a whole, but also yourself, through the
extra experience, skills and knowledge acquired.
If you’re serious about getting into solar, then the long
hours are an opportunity for you to spend more time
doing something you love. I encourage you to think
hard about whether the extra commitment
required in solar works for your life.
Informational interviews are a great way to
gather more information about a particular
job or the industry in general. They can help
you determine if this line of work is right
for you. To do a successful informational
interview, seek out someone in the industry
at or above the level of the position you’re
targeting. Explain that you’d like 30
minutes for an informational interview.
Be concise with
your
questions,
respect their time
and don’t look to
this person to hire
you.
Have fun with
this
evaluation
process; enjoy it,
and make sure
you enjoy the
industry and job
you’re
getting
serious
about.
If you take no
pleasure in it, you
probably won’t be good at it, and eventually you may
become frustrated and move on. Save yourself and
everyone around you that agony — give up the job so
that someone else can enjoy it and succeed. It will free
you to find what you really want to do.
Learning the Business
Don’t try to rush the process. And don’t be surprised if
it takes a while. The industry has been challenged in
dealing with lots of people with good intentions who
seek to get into solar, but who often don’t last because
they hadn’t considered the downsides. Employers have
learned to evaluate a candidate’s long-term interest
before investing a significant amount of training time
to teach the specialized skills and knowledge for this
line of work. You can demonstrate consistent long-term
interest by getting involved in the industry. Consider
starting your involvement well before you quit your
other line of work.
Two ways to get involved are through training
and education and volunteer (continued on page 15)
The Solar Decathlon was recently held
on the National Mall in Washington DC. It is an
international
solar energy
competition
comprised of
18 college and
university
s t u d e n t
t e a m s .
The
teams
compete by
designing,
University of Maryland solar house
building, and
operating the most attractive and energy-efficient
solar-powered home. The solar homes are then
transported to the National Mall, where they
comprise a solar village. The teams compete in
10 categories which include architecture, energy
balance, lighting, hot water, communications,
documentation and comfort.
Using only solar
energy, the teams generate enough electricity
to power a modern household. With a focus on
energy efficiency, the students choose the systems,
products, and appliances for their solar home.
The University of Colorado successfully
defended their championship and took first place
overall in the competition. Cornell University
placed second and California Polytechnic State
University finished third. Competing university
teams included Maryland, Virginia Tech, NYIT,
Texas, Missouri Rolla, Madrid, Pittsburgh, Puerto
Rico, Crowder (MO), Florida International,
Washington State, and Canada.
The Solar Decathletes are tomorrow’s
engineers, architects and researchers.
They
utilized the newest technologies and products in
the competition. The solar homes were built for
today’s competition with the promise of a brighter
future for us all.
Solar energy accounts for about 1 percent
of the United States energy consumption. Costs
for a typical residential solar system are over
$20,000 and average about 25 cents a kilowatthour. Programs to encourage solar use in several
states, and a new federal residential tax of up to
$2000 beginning in 2006, will help make solar
energy investment more financially attractive.
The Solar Decathlon is organized and
sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy’s
Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
in partnership with its National Renewable Energy
Laboratory, the American Institute of Architects,
the National Association of Homebuilders, BP,
the DIY Network and Sprint. The next Solar
Decathlon is scheduled for Washington DC in
2007. Details are available at: www.eere.energy.
gov/solar_decathlon/solar_decathlon_2007.html
Solar industry growth is expected to continue at over 30 percent for the next five years making solar the
fastest-growing industry of significant size in the world.
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Career Insider
What You Should Know
How to Write that Cover Letter
Improve Your Chances of Getting the Interview
by Laura Adams
Nearly all job seekers are well aware of
the importance of a resume when applying for a
professional opinion, but few realize the vital role that
an accompanying cover letter plays in the selection
process. In fact, your cover letter is just as important to
your job search as is your resume.
Consider this: recruiters and managers often
receive dozens, if not hundreds, of applicants for every
one available position. With so many applicants to
review, interviewers do not have much time to determine
if you are qualified for the job. In fact,
a recruiter typically spends between
one and two minutes quickly glancing
over a resume, hardly enough to
thoroughly investigate if your skills
set and experience is a good match for
the position.
This is why a cover letter is
such a critical tool to the job seeking
process. The purpose of a cover letter
is to clearly express your interest in
and qualifications for a position to a
prospective employer. So while the
resume is a generic advertisement,
your cover letter tailors your application to each specific
job. By condensing your resume into key points and
drawing the recruiter’s attention to the most relevant
areas of your experience, you are assisting the recruiter
in matching up your qualifications to that of the open
position. And by taking the guesswork out of your
resume, you greatly increase your chances of getting a
call for an interview.
A cover letter has to “sell” your qualifications
to a complete stranger and convince them that you are
worthy of an in-person meeting. Therefore, as you can
imagine, it is not an easy document to write. There are
several guidelines, though, that should assist you in
the cover letter development process.
Typically a cover letter is less than one page in
length and has four main sections: the introduction, a
highlight of your qualifications, a summary of why you
are interested in the position, and a concluding followup. Before you start listing a litany of skills, though, it’s
important to do some research on the company and the
position for which you are applying to give you a better
understanding of the company’s products or services,
history, values, and target customer market. This will
help give you a better idea of what recruiters are likely
to be seeking in a candidate, and allow you to tailor
your cover letter to specifically address those areas.
Part 1 - The Introduction:
Your cover letter should be addressed to the hiring
manager, whenever possible. Specifically mention
the position(s) that you are seeking Let the recruiter
know how you heard about the position. If you saw the
position advertised or were referred by someone, be sure
to include this information. Grab the reader’s attention
and stimulate their interest in you right away!!
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Part 2 - Summary of your Qualifications:
Highlight your strongest qualifications for
the position you are seeking. Be sure to limit your
qualifications to only those that are the most relevant
to the position. Show, rather than simply tell, the
manager your qualifications by including specific,
credible examples from your experience. Quantify
these qualifications whenever possible by focusing on
pertinent figures, projects, awards, and equipment/
software/tools you’ve used that are relevant to the job
you want. For example, rather than highlighting your
“excellent customer service skills”
indicates that you “achieved a 98%
customer satisfaction rating” or
“increased department sales by 25%
in the first quarter”.
Part 3 - Why you are
Interested in the Position:
Let the recruiter know why
you want to work at their company.
What is it about the company that
appeals to you? Why does this
particular position appeal to you?
Indicate why you are a good fit for the company. How
will be an asset to the team?
Part 4 - Conclusion and Follow-up:
Refer employers to your enclosed resume so
that they can review your qualifications in further
detail. Request a personal interview or meeting with
the hiring manager. Indicate how the recruiter should
contact you. Be sure to provide a working phone number
or e-mail address. Set a time to follow up. For example
indicate that you “will call to follow up on Monday
afternoon”. Thank the reader for his or her time.
One final note: your cover letter is the first
impression that recruiters will get of you. A strong
focused cover letter can convey a powerful, positive first
impression. A weak non-focused letter, though, can kill
any interest a recruiter may have in your qualifications,
regardless of how strong of a fit you may be for the
position. Be sure that you proofread carefully for
grammatical and typographical errors before sending
any correspondence.
About the Author
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Employer Profile:
Green Corps
G r e e n
Corps is the nonprofit Field School
for Environmental
Organizing,
founded by leading
environmentalists
in
1992
to
identify and train
environmental
leaders.
Our
2006 Green Corps class photo
program includes
intensive classroom training, hands-on experience
running urgent environmental and public health
campaigns, and placement in permanent leadership
positions with leading environmental and social change
groups.
Green Corps’ mission is to teach the next
generation of environmental leaders the strategies and
skills they’ll need to win tomorrow’s environmental
battles while providing critical field support for today’s
pressing environmental problems.
Since our inception, we have trained thousands
of young people in the skills of organizing and advocacy
who have led scores of critical environmental campaigns,
and helped launch the careers of 200 Green Corps
graduates currently holding positions of leadership in
the environmental and social change movement.
It takes vision and courage to tackle our
planet’s massive environmental problems. But, to
actually change the practices behind the pollution,
waste and destruction, it takes leadership. Green Corps
graduates aspire to be among the leaders of the next
generation that create a greener and more sustainable
future for our communities and world.
Green Corps’ one-year, full-time, paid
Environmental Leadership Training Program gives
the best instruction and experience available to launch
an organizing and advocacy career. Our program
includes intensive classroom training, hands-on
experience running urgent environmental and public
health campaigns, and career placement in permanent
leadership positions with leading environmental
groups. There are three parts to our program.
Part One:
Classroom Training
Our intensive classroom training features
workshops such as Global Warming Strategy, Corporate
Accountability Campaigns, Community Organizing
Against Toxic Threats and Effective Media: Messaging
and Framing. Workshops are lead by the nation’s top
environmental and social change leaders, such as
Adam Ruben, Political Director of MoveOn.org, Bob
Bingaman, National Field Director of Sierra Club, and
Dolores Huerta, Co-Founder of United Farm Workers.
Our field training puts you on the front lines of today’s
most urgent environmental campaigns.
Part Two:
Field Training
With Green Corps, you’ll plan
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February 2006
ENTRIX, Inc. is an environmental
consulting services company
specializing in water resources
management, environmental risk
management, natural resources
management, natural resource
economics, and facility permitting
and compliance. Its staff includes
experts in environmental sciences,
geosciences, and environmental
engineering. ENTRIX was founded
in 1984 and currently has offices
throughout the United States and
in Canada and Ecuador.
View and a apply to a variety of
careers with ENTRIX, Inc. we
currently have listed at the
EnvironmentalCareer.com job
board.
5252 Westchester, Suite 250
Houston, TX 77005
www.entrix.com
Northland College - 1411 Ellis Avenue - Ashland, Wisconsin 54806-3999
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Brighten Your Future With Edison
Southern California Edison (SCE) is one of the nation’s
largest investor-owned, regulated electric utilities, and the
largest subsidiary of Edison International. On an average
day, SCE provides power for 11 million individuals, 800
communities and cities, 5,000 large businesses, and 280,000
small businesses in central, coastal and Southern California.
Delivering that power takes 16 utility interconnections, 4,900
transmission and distribution circuits, 365 transmission and
distribution crews, the days and nights more than 14,000
employees, and over a century of experience.
Our heritage at SCE is based on reliability, and our
history is defined by a proud tradition of service performed by
generations of diverse, dedicated, inspired individuals.
Starting with the certainty that our greatest asset is the
quality and capabilities of our employees, we strive to attract,
retain, develop, nurture and advance a diverse and talented
workforce.
Southern California Edison - 8631 Rush Street - Rosemead, California 91770
www.edisonjobs.com
Senior Manager Environmental Programs
Irvine, California
This position will be responsible for developing and managing
Gateway’s environmental programs. This includes monitoring,
interpreting, and developing/driving compliance programs for existing
and emerging global regulations for areas that include: packaging,
energy, hazardous materials/substances, recycling and recovery,
battery management/disposal, etc. The candidate must be a strong,
directive leader with excellent communication skills and the ability to
provide strategic guidance to management in setting environmental
policy and direction.
Since its founding in 1985, Irvine, Calif.-based Gateway (NYSE:
GTW) has been a technology pioneer, offering award-winning PCs
and related products to consumers, businesses, government and
educational institutions. Since acquiring eMachines in early 2004,
Gateway is now the third largest PC company in the U.S. and among
the top ten worldwide. The company's value-based eMachines brand
is sold exclusively by leading retailers worldwide, while the premium
Gateway line is available at major retailers, over the web and phone,
and through its direct sales force. We are continuing to grow and have
opportunities for individuals to join our team.
Gateway Computers
7565 Irvine Center Drive
Irvine, California 92618
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February 2006
News
Center for Sustainable
Engineering Created
by Engineers at Three
Universities
Founder of The
Natural Step Visits
Northland College
Pittsburg, PA
Ashland, Wisconsin
A collaborative research team led by Carnegie
Mellon University’s Cliff Davidson, David Allen of
The University of Texas at Austin and Brad Allenby
of Arizona State University plan to revolutionize the
way engineering education is taught by creating a new
Center for Sustainable Engineering.
Sustainability guru and founder of The Natural
Step, Dr. Karl-Henrik Robèrt, spent time at Northland
College working with staff, students, faculty and
community members about how we can implement The
Natural Step at Northland College and the region.
The Chequamegon Bay region of northern
Wisconsin is one of four areas in the nation adopting
the Natural Step. Created 16 years ago by Dr. KarlHenrik Robèrt, the Natural Step is a model for
survival. Currently, companies such as IKEA, Nike
and McDonalds have adopted practices used in the
Natural Step. Regionally, Washburn and Ashland
city councils, along with Northland College, have
committed to implementing the Natural Step into their
comprehensive plan.
The fundamental goal of the natural step is
creating economic development while living within our
natural environment. Robert believes we are in reverse
evolution. “We are approaching the republic of insects
and grass,” Dr. Robèrt said. “The gap between the ‘haves’
and ‘have nots’ is growing. This is not sustainable.”
Four fundamental guidelines exist for those
wishing to reduce their ecological imprint: reduce
dependence on fossil fuels and extracted underground
metals and minerals, reduce dependence on chemicals
and other manufactured substances that accumulate
in Nature, reduce dependence on activities that harm
life-sustaining ecosystems and meet the hierarchy of
present and future human needs fairly and efficiently.
Dr. Robèrt believes that adopting this plan
has influenced countless individuals, governments,
universities and companies to consider the fate of the
earth in their operations. “It is a quest for survival. We
need to be sustainable.”
During his time at Northland College, Dr.
Robèrt presented at a workshop for faculty, staff
and community members to learn more about being
sustainable in their community. About 100 people
attended the workshop, including the several local
mayors.
Hundreds of community members and
Northland College students attended the free evening
lecture which focused more on how The Natural Step
came to be and what individuals can do. Dr. Robèrt
suggested making sustainable decisions, like buying
organic produce, when spending money. Other tips for
individuals wanting to adopt The Natural Step include
educating yourself and sharing the knowledge with
others and making it a priority when determining who
you will vote for.
Last but not least, Dr. Robèrt says the key
to making this work is having organizations stepping
back and looking at the big picture. “The details don’t
make sense until we understand the whole system.”
Dr. Karl-Henrik Robèrt speaks about Natural Step
About Northland College: Northland College
integrates liberal arts studies with an environmental
emphasis, enabling those it serves to address the
challenges of the future. The college is located in
the Chequamegon Bay of Lake Superior in northern
Wisconsin. Info: www.northland.edu
Green Corps
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and implement a series of environmental campaigns
conducted on behalf of groups like Rainforest Action
Network, the Sierra Club and Defenders of Wildlife.
Your responsibilities will include recruiting, training,
and supervising volunteers, interns, and staff; working
with the media; fundraising; and mobilizing grassroots
support.
Part Three:
Career Opportunities With Top
Organizations
Green Corps graduates are in high demand
and quickly find jobs working on issues they care
about. After you complete the training program, Green
Corps will connect you to organizations seeking fulltime professional staff. Green Corps graduates hold
leadership positions with Sierra Club, Greenpeace,
Global Exchange, Endangered Species Coalition,
Appalachian Mountain Club, ForestEthics, Natural
Resources Defense Council and more.
We will invite 25 recent college graduates
to join Green Corps in 2006-2007. We are looking for
people who are serious about saving the planet, have
demonstrated leadership experience, and want to work
for change over the long haul. We provide a salary of
$23,750, optional group health care coverage, paid sick
days and holidays, two weeks paid vacation, and a
student loan repayment program for qualifying staff.
To apply for Green Corps’ 2006-2007
Environmental Leadership Training Program, fill out
our online application. Regional deadlines, campus
interview dates, and online application are at www.
greencorps.org. For more information, contact Jesse
Littlewood, Recruitment Director, at jobs@greencorps.
org, or 617-426-8506.
The center, supported by $1.7 million from the
National Science Foundation and $350,000 from the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is designed to
help future engineers better manage increased stress
on the world’s limited resources.
The Center’s programs will include holding
workshops to improve engineering faculty teaching,
creating a Web site with peer-reviewed educational
materials about sustainable engineering with Prentice
Hall’s Pearson Custom Publishing, and conducting a
nationwide survey of sustainable engineering programs
and courses to benchmark the status of education in
this emerging discipline.
“We want this new center to help the nation’s
1,500 engineering programs realize that being green
may not be easy, but it is vitally important,” said
Davidson, a professor in Civil and Environmental
Engineering at Carnegie Mellon.
“One of the most challenging jobs to fill is
an engineer position for the sustainable design/green
building industry,” advised John Esson, Director of the
Environmental Career Center in Hampton, Virginia.
“Eco-design and green construction career opportunities
are growing while sustainability savvy engineers are in
short supply. The Center for Sustainable Engineering
will be a welcome asset for training eco-engineers to
help meet the demand.”
The Center for Engineering Sustainability’s
first workshops are scheduled for July 17-19, 2006, and
July 19-21, 2006, at Carnegie Mellon.
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Coordinator - U.S. Green Building Council, Missouri
Botanical Garden, EarthWays Center, St. Louis, Missouri.
Full time, regular. Duties: Provides leadership and support for
the U.S. Green Building Council-St. Louis Regional Chapter,
a volunteer-based organization housed in the Missouri
Botanical Garden’s EarthWays Center. Coordinates and
follows up on all Executive Committee activities including
monthly meetings and bi-annual retreats. Assists with chapter
committees’ work including recruitment and support of
chapter membership, oversight and participation in monthly
and special program arrangements. Assists in design and
implementation of support strategies to communicate
chapter activities. Initiates and supports outreach efforts
to promote green building to municipalities, institutions,
private industry and key decision makers. May assist in
promotion and development of other EarthWays Center
programs and activities. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s
degree in related field and three years related experience,
including experience and/or understanding of the building
industry, specifically issues associated with green building
design and construction principles. Demonstrated skills in
capacity building and managing volunteers required. Must
possess highly client-oriented skills and overall knowledge of
budget management. Strong communication, organizational
and interpersonal skills required. Proven record in fundraising and proposal writing a plus. Missouri Botanical
Garden accepts resumes and employment applications for
current job openings only. Please indicate the specific job
opening(Coordinator, U.S. Green Building Council) for which
you are applying on your resume or employment application.
You may apply in one of the following ways: Download and
Print: Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format or Microsoft Word format
at www.mobot.org/jobs/how.asp. Mail: Mail resumes or
application to Human Resource Management, 2345 Tower
Grove Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110; Fax: (314) 577-9597;
Email: jobs@mobot.org
Coordinator of Sustainability and Community
Development - New Mexico. F/T. Responsible for
coordinating real estate developer’s efforts to accomplish
large mixed use development in a sustainable manner while
managing employer’s community development outreach
efforts. Must have excellent interpersonal skills, be selfmotivated, team oriented, and have extensive experience
in real estate development. Job requires a minimum of
bachelor’s degree. Must pass drug test and background
check. Send resume to 801 University Blvd. SE, Suite 200,
Albuquerque, NM 87106, no later than February 15, 2006.
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Policy Associate - Alliance to Save Energy, Washington,
DC. Provides crucial support to the Alliance Policy Team in
their efforts to promote energy-efficiency at the Federal and
State levels. Specific responsibilities of the Policy Associate
include: Assisting in energy efficiency policy advocacy efforts
through direct congressional advocacy and grassroots
outreach; Developing and maintaining the Alliance to Save
Energy’s electronic activist network and corresponding
campaigns; and Conducting legislative research and
providing programmatic and administrative support to
the Policy Team. Applicants must be self-motivated and
comfortable working in a high demand, multiple task
environment with changing priorities. Bachelor’s degree
required plus at least 2 years of legislative experience.
Salary $28,000-$31,000, based upon experience; includes
3 weeks vacation, paid medical, competitive benefits. To
apply, please send a cover letter and resume by mail, fax,
or email to: Policy Director, Alliance to Save Energy, 1200
18th Street, NW, Suite 900, Washington, DC 20036-2506;
Fax 202-331-9588; Email to policy@ase.org. Say you found
the listing at Green Careers Journal.
Senior Energy Analyst - Union of Concerned Scientists,
Clean Energy Program, Berkeley, CA. Focus on renewable
energy issues in California and the western United States.
Undertake research and advocacy in support of renewable
energy and climate policies. Must have a strong background
in the energy field. See www.ucsusa.org/ucs/about/jobs-atucs.html. Qualifications: Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree
in engineering, science, economics, public policy, or other
field related to energy and solid relevant work experience
on energy issues. Proven commitment to the promotion
of clean, renewable sources of electricity generation.
Required Skills: Strong quantitative, analytical, and research
skills; proficiency with computer spreadsheet and word
processing software; ability to write well for scientific and
general audiences; ability to write and present formal briefs
and testimony, and develop UCS’s strategy in regulatory
proceedings; familiarity with economics and public policy;
excellent public speaking skills; team orientation. Knowledge
of California energy and climate change issues strongly
preferred. Preferred Skills and Experience: Senior-level
experience in the renewable energy sector. Detailed
understanding of renewable energy technologies, electric
industry operations, regulations, and legal framework,
and electricity modeling techniques. Prior experience with
advocacy before government agencies and policy-making
bodies preferred. Managerial experience preferred. Salary
commensurate with experience and training. Excellent
benefits. UCS is an equal opportunity employer continually
seeking to diversify its staff. To Apply: Please submit
letter, resume, and 1-3 page writing sample by February
10, 2006 via email to cleanenergy@ucsusa.org. No calls
please. Please submit application by February 10, 2006;
position open until filled. Say you found he listing at Green
Careers World.
Clean Energy Outreach Specialist - Combined Heat and
Power, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Climate
Protection Partnerships Division, Energy Supply & Industry
Branch, Washington, DC. GS – 11/12. Responsible for
promoting combined heat and power and clean distributed
generation to Partners and collaborators including targeted
companies and institutions. Visit www.epa.gov/chp and
www.epa.gov/cleanenergy for more information on EPA’s
progam. Requires: Experience in energy field,including
energy efficiency and/or clean energy like combined heat
and power (CHP or cogeneration). Should be enthusiastic,
organized self-starters with experience in sales or outreach;
experience with project development, engineering or clean
energy technologies is a plus. Must possess strong writing
and speaking capabilities to a variety of audiences. Must be
able to convert complex information into easy-to-understand
messages for outreach. Must also possess demonstrated
strong analytical and interpersonal skills. This is not an
official job application process, but a request for resumes.
Job will be announced through EPA’s EZ hire website
soon. E-mail your resume to Patricia Younger at younger.
patricia@epa.gov, and reference the Green Careers Journal
listing. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
Part Time Sales Agents - Green Mountain Energy, Florida.
Sign up customers for cleaner, renewable electricity service
through grassroots campaigns at storefront booths and
events (festivals, concerts, trade shows, etc.) in the following
areas: Palm Beach/Martin County; Sarasota/Fort Myers/
Naples; Miami/Ft. Lauderdale. Position Duties: Setting up
tables at storefronts and events and talking to potential
customers to sign them up for cleaner renewable energy.
Educate prospective customers about the importance of
renewable energy and its growth in Florida. Requirements:
High level of personal integrity; Dependable and reliable;
Adaptable and flexible (weekend work is required); Outgoing
personality; Sincere interest in the promotion of renewable
energy; Access to reliable transportation; Minimum sales
standards met; Ability to work 12-25 hours/week. Preferred:
Knowledge of renewable energy; 1+ year of successful sales
experience; Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus. Great hourly
rate with huge commission opportunity. Please send resume
to bestjobs@greenmountain.com. Say you found the listing
in Green Careers Journal.
Research Assistant Intern - American Council On
Renewable Energy, Washington, DC. Support the
development of renewables market and technology
research. The research will support the data collection
process for upcoming publications. This unpaid position
involves: Independent style research with daily or weekly
consultation with management and staff; Researching and
collecting information on markets, industry, economics,
programs or policy by applying a variety of techniques
which may include: internet and library based research
and phone interviews; Preparing brief reports, including
writing text, assembling tables, graphs and Powerpoint
presentations. Ideal candidate will have a strong academic
record that supports their research, analytical and writing
abilities, combined with excellent interpersonal skills.
Candidates should have a strong interest in employment
in the renewable energy or renewables fuels sector, or
related fields. To apply please submit a letter or interest and
resume to Jodie Roussell at Roussell@acore.org. For more
information see www.acore.org.
Solar Commercial Sales Director - Solar Works, NY & NJ.
Responsible for increasing Solar Works business within the
commercial marketplace. Successful candidate will build
positive relationships and propose Solar Works solutions
to the key decision makers for energy utilization at major
commercial and institutional facilities. Individual will assist
in the design and implementation of marketing programs
as well as develop partnerships within the financial arena
to assist customers with financing solutions, tax credits and
rebates. Qualifications: Demonstrated sales success of
PV systems or a related sector; Experience in negotiating,
executing and managing commercial contracts; Superior
communication and relationship building skills; Team player
who listens, learns, and problem solves; Experienced
computer user, proficient in MS Office; BA/BS in Marketing,
Communications, Engineering or Finance. Send resume to:
Solar Works, Inc., 64 Main Street, Montpelier, VT 05602;
(802) 223-7804; Fax: (802) 223-8980; E-mail: info@solarworks.com
Solar Product Marketing Manager - Nanosolar, Palo Alto,
California. Nanosolar is looking for exceptional people
who like to develop innovative products with major impact.
Work with others to define and initiate product programs to
support the overall product line strategy, including: Assist
in monitoring the business environment: market evolution,
product requirements, competition analysis; identify potential
new markets and evaluate entry feasibility. Provide technical
analysis of target customer applications to determine system
cost and requirements fit. Provide feedback to R&D based on
customer interactions. Send a text (ASCII) or HTML version
of your resume to resumes@nanosolar.com. Recruitment
Agencies: Nanosolar does not accept agency resumes.
Nanosolar is an equal opportunity employer and offers
comprehensive employee benefits in addition to competitive
salaries and substantial equity participation.
Pipiping Plover Field Technicians (6-9 positions) - April
- August, 2005. Monitoring the population dynamics of
piping plovers nesting on the Missouri River in South
Dakota. Qualifications: bachelors degree in Wildlife Science,
Environmental Science, or a related field, preferred. In
addition, experience with boats, banding, and shorebirds
is preferred, but training will be provided. $400 / week
and housing included. Position will open until filled, with a
tentative deadline of February 15, 2006. Send vita including
academic background, work experience, overall and major
GPA, and contact info for 3 references to: Daniel H. Catlin,
Department of Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences, Virginia Tech,
Blacksburg, VA 24061-0321, dcatlin@vt.edu. (Prefer e-mail
attachment).Virginia Tech is an EO/AA employer.
Wildlife Ecology Graduate Research Assistantship
- Ph.D. or M.S., Division of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries
Resources Program, West Virginia U. Start May 2005 or
negotiable. Project is designed to study avian ecology with
emphasis on ruffed grouse in riparian management zones.
Student will work toward a M.S. in Wildlife and Fisheries
Resources or a Ph.D.in Forest Science (Emphasis in Wildlife
and Fisheries Science) at West Virginia University. Qual: B.
S. (for M.S. degree) or M.S. (for Ph.D.) in Botany, Wildlife,
Environmental Science, or closely related field. Minimum
GPA of 3.0 and combined quantitative/verbal GRE scores of
1100. Strong interest in avian ecology, forest management,
or riparian areas is essential. Industrious, hard-working
student that can make decisions independently, work
cooperatively with other students, and supervise technicians
preferred. Stipend: $12,000/year (M.S.), $15,000/year
(Ph.D.) plus health insurance and complete tuition waiver.
Contact: Interested individuals should send a letter of
interest, resume, a 500-word statement of purpose (why
you want to work on this project at WVU, your research and
career interests, etc.) copy of transcripts and GRE scores,
and contact information for 3 references to Jim Anderson.
Dr. James T. Anderson, West Virginia University, Division
of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries Resources Program,
322 Percival Hall, P. O. Box 6125, Morgantown, WV
26506-6125; (304) 293-2941, x2445; Fax (304) 293-2441;
jander25@wvu.edu.
Avian Conservation Biology Interns (6 positions)
- needed mid-March to mid-June 2006 (3 months) to
assist in an NSF-sponsored study, on the effects of habitat
fragmentation and edge on avian reproductive success and
survival in coastal sage scrub habitat near San Diego, CA.
Successful applicants will be part of a field team that includes
faculty, post-doc, graduate students, and other interns.
Salary of $600/mo.; apartment housing provided. Previous
nest-finding experience preferred but not required. Training
provided. Duties likely will include determining breeding
territories, nest searching, nest monitoring, radiotelemetry
tracking, banding birds, predator, arthropod, and vegetation
surveys. Must be enthusiastic, self-motivated, hardworking, reliable, and work well as part of a group. We
especially encourage applicants that are considering going
to graduate school. To Apply: Send resumé / curriculum
vitae, the names of 3 references (including your association
with, address, phone number, and email), a statement of
interest on why you are applying for the position, what
makes you uniquely qualified, and what your future career
plans are. Send completed application materials by email
to sandiego2006@dartmouth.edu (preferred) or by mail
(non-preferred method) to Dr. Eric L. Walters, Environmental
Studies Program, 6182 Steele Hall, Dartmouth College,
Hanover, NH 03755. Please visit http://www.dartmouth.
edu/~ewalters/sandiego.htm for more information on the
project. Evaluation of applicants is underway and will
continue until the positions are filled in January.
Postdoctoral Associates - The National Center for
Ecological Analysis and Synthesis, at the University
of California, Santa Barbara, invites applications for
Postdoctoral Associates. NCEAS promotes the analysis and
synthesis of scientific data to address important ecological
questions. Applications are open to all areas of inquiry, with
interdisciplinary projects ranging across the sciences and
into many allied disciplines. Postdoctoral appointments
offer an unusual opportunity with the advantages of both
independence and collaboration with working groups
including scores of researchers in diverse fields. Since
1995, NCEAS has hosted 3,500 individuals and supported
370 projects that have yielded more than 1,000 scientific
articles. The Center’s work is based on the use of existing
data and information and does not support field or laboratory
research. Associates are appointed for up to two years
with a third year possible. Associates receive a salary of
approximately $40,500, plus benefits, a discretionary fund,
mentoring funds, and access to all Center and UC Santa
Barbara facilities. For additional information and application
instructions, go to: http://www.nceas.ucsb.edu/opportunity
Or, contact the Center: Telephone: (805) 892-2500, Fax:
(805) 892-2510, Email: proposal@nceas.ucsb.edu. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Wildlife Biologist - The Modoc National Forest will soon be
advertising for a Wildlife Biologist, GS-0486-11, position for
the Big Valley Ranger District Office in Adin, California. The
position is not as yet listed but an outreach form is included
in the position information linked here. For more information
about the position and how to apply, please contact Laurence
Crabtree at lcrabtree@fs.fed.us or 530-299-3215. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Conservation Ecologist – Alaska. We seek an applied
ecologist who can synthesize existing information and
develop new information critical for improving understanding
and recommending land management and protection
decisions in Alaska. The Ecologist is responsible for
designing, developing and implementing a program of
ecological and conservation biology research in support of,
and in collaboration with, The Wilderness Society’s Alaska
conservation campaigns. Major issues addressed include:
identifying ecologically significant areas in need of protection,
building the scientific justification for protection, and
understanding and documenting current and future threats
to ecosystem integrity. This person has the opportunity to
develop some innovative research projects in collaboration
with our Alaskan Resource Economist in Alaska. To apply
please submit a cover letter explaining your qualifications for
this position, resume, writing sample, and names, addresses,
phone numbers of three references to: Ms. Geri Wardlow,
Recruiting Consultant; 1615 M Street, Washington DC
20036; fax #703-327-0415;email: ert2@cornell.edu. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Research Assistant – Kingsville, TX. Research assistant
will assist with the South Texas Quail Research Project.
Primary duties include northern bobwhite trapping, radiotracking, density estimates, predator surveys (mammalian
and raptor), vegetation measurements, & data entry.
February 2006
Biology & Ecology
Opportunities for professional growth exist via participation
at professional meetings and publications, as well as
opportunities for graduate school. Qualifications: B.S. in
wildlife science, range science, or closely related discipline.
Strong work ethic, excellent interpersonal skills, and good
verbal and written communication skills are essential. Ability
to work under harsh environmental conditions in remote
areas is essential. Contact: Dr. Fidel Hernandez at fidel.
hernandez@tamuk.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.
Field Research Assistant – Avon Park, FL. Needed for
project on the population dynamics of Florida scrub-jays
(FSJs) at the Avon Park Air Force Range, in south-central
Florida. The position requires independent work in oak
scrub habitat, often in remote areas of a 100,000-acre
military reserve. Duties include nest-searching, monitoring
reproductive success, accurately reading color bands
during regular censuses, assisting in trapping, banding,
and bleeding adults and nestlings, limited data entry, GPS
data collection, using an ATV to conduct habitat surveys.
Applicants should be able to read color bands. A keen
interest in birds is the most important prerequisite, but
experience in reading color bands, capturing, handling and
banding birds, tolerance for a vast array of snakes and biting
insects, and working under hot-humid field conditions will
be helpful, though not essential. Only individuals who are
US or Canadian citizens, or have a current US work Visa
need apply. Applicants should send a letter of interest and
resume with names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses
of three references via email to mdent@archbold-station.
org or via snail mail to Archbold Biological Station Office,
Avon Park Air Force Range, 475 Easy Street, Avon Park,
FL 33825. E-mail applications preferred (please indicate
‘field assistant application’ in the subject heading). Close
Date: Until Filled.
Field Assistants - Needed 5 March - 17 June 2006 for
an ongoing behavioral study of lance-tailed manakins
(Chiroxiphia lanceolata) in Panama. Males of this manakin
species form cooperative pairs to females, and perform
displays on dispersed display territories. Assistants
responsibilities include conducting many two-hour behavioral
observations at display sites, nest-searching, and mistnetting
birds for banding and blood sampling, and data entry.
Experience in one or more of these areas is required,
and experience working in isolated field settings and/or
living in close quarters with a small field crew is strongly
preferred. Assistants may also share responsibility for daily
logistics and organization while I am temporarily off-site
(1-3 weeks). Applicants must have excellent color vision,
be in reasonably good physical condition, and be tolerant
of hot, humid, buggy conditions. Ability to interact well with
other field crew members, tourists, and members of the
community is essential; ability to speak Spanish is highly
desirable but not required. The field site is a 50 ha plot of
secondary-growth dry forest on a large island in Panama s
Gulf of Chiriquí. The site is home to many other resident and
migrant bird species, howler monkeys, anteaters, iguanas,
boas, eccentric locals, and a jagarundi. Assistants will work
long days (7 am to 5 pm) six days a week, with an opportunity
to go into town for one day every other week. Food, housing,
and required transportation within Panama will be provided.
Some funding may be available to defray the cost of plane
tickets depending on applicant s qualifications and project
budget. To apply, send 1) coverletter 2) resume 3) email
and phone numbers of three references to: EMILY DuVAL,
ehduval@orn.mpg.de, Max Planck Institut fuer Ornithologie,
Postfach 1564, Haus Nr. 5, D-82319 Seewiesen, Germany.
Close Date: Until Filled.
conducted outdoors in hot or possibly inclement weather. This
position provides a great opportunity for interacting with a
state agency and gaining hands-on aquaculture experience.
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college program
that has an emphasis in biology, aquaculture/fisheries, or
related subject. Position will begin May 1 and run through
August 31 (start and end dates are flexible but will select
applicants by March 30, 2006). $750 per month with on-site
housing provided. Contact: Dr. Heidi Atwood, atwoodh@mrd.
dnr.state.sc.us. Close Date: March 30, 2006.
Waterfowl Banding Intern (4) - Primary duties: Capture
waterfowl using drive-trapping and night-lighting in
northcentral, westcentral, and northwestern Minnesota.
Captured waterfowl will be identified, aged, sexed, and
banded. Waterfowl must be handled in a humane manner.
Other duties include accurately recording location (GPS) and
waterfowl capture data, data entry, writing work summaries,
maintaining and repairing field equipment, contacting and
communicating with private landowners, and dealing with the
public and coworkers in a professional manner. Fieldwork
will occur in rural areas under a variety of environmental
conditions. Work Hours: Typically 80 hours per two-week
pay period, with additional hours likely but dependent upon
weather and other environmental conditions. Interns will
work a combination of day and night hours, including some
weekend work. When in travel status away from Bemidji,
lodging will be provided and meals will be reimbursed.
Interns should be enrolled in an accredited college for
course credits as part of their internship. Applicants should
send a cover letter, resume, and list of 3-5 references to
Jim Berdeen at the email address provided or: MNDNR
- Wetlands Research Group, 102 23rd St NE, Bemidji, MN
56601. Close Date: March 20, 2006.
Graduate Research Assistant - Columbus, Ohio. Graduate
Assistant (M.S.) needed to conduct research on the stopover
ecology and conservation of passerine landbirds. Study area
lies in the Western Basin of Lake Erie in northwestern Ohio,
an important concentration area for migrating birds in spring.
Thesis topic somewhat flexible, with possibilities including
habitat relationships, resource availability, energetics,
seasonal interactions, and migratory connectivity. Applicants
must be experienced in identification, mist netting, and
ageing and sexing passerine landbirds. Fieldwork will begin
in April with classes to start in September 2006. Please email
cover letter, CV, unofficial transcripts and GRE scores, and
the names and contact information for 3-4 references to Paul
Rodewald as soon as possible. Contact Paul Rodeweald at
rodewald.2@osu.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.
Botany Team Crew Leader - Missouri Department of
Conservation. Crew leader will handle the daily management
of a botany crew to complete vegetation sampling for
monitoring evaluation projects. Sampling will include species
identification and vegetation structure measurements in
tallgrass prairies. Crews will travel statewide to assist with
ongoing monitoring projects. Crew leader must have ability
to work as a team and make decisions in remote situations.
Qualifications: Field botany course or relevant experience.
Prefer experience with tallgrass prairie communities, but
training will be provided. Knowledge of vegetation sampling
techniques not required, but strongly encouraged. Attention
to detail, organization skills and ability to work as a team
necessary. Prefer previous supervisory experience. GPS
experience encouraged. Employee must be able to travel
statewide including overnight stays and be able to work
outdoors in all weather conditions. Crew leader must have
a valid driver s license. This position is a great opportunity
to learn Missouri plants and interact with professionals in
the field. Contact Sherry Leis at sherry.leis@mdc.mo.gov.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Public Lands Biologist/Supervisor – Kentucky Department
of Fish & Wildlife. Characteristics of class: Supervises
all aspects of wildlife management activities on public
Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) in part or all of one
of the agency s watershed regions in cooperation with
Regional Coordinator, and performs other duties as
required. Examples of Duties and Responsibilities: This
position serves as team leader in the supervision of all or
a cluster of public lands staff in the 34-county Bluegrass
Region and works directly with the Regional Coordinator
to ensure completion of necessary tasks and to address
Wildlife Division priorities. The position entails a combination
of administrative and field work and is responsible for
day-to-day decision making on matters relating to public
lands, including handling public inquiries, managing hunts
and collecting biological data, servicing requests from the
administration on regional WMA issues, developing WMA
budgets, compiling work plans, and writing/editing land
acquisition proposals and other reports. The person in the
position will work closely with the Regional Coordinator in
developing Regional strategies to meet habitat and species
goals and with WMA staff in developing and implementing
long-term habitat management approaches and goals for
multiple WMAs. The position will help coordinate activities
with other divisions, agencies, NGOs and other landholders
to promote conservation on WMAs and their neighboring
lands. The public lands biologist will also conduct and
oversee field work involving habitat management, wildlife
surveys, population monitoring, and research, primarily
on public lands. There will be opportunities for the public
lands biologist to work with traditional game and non-game
species, potentially bear and elk as their populations expand,
and to become a Division expert in one or more areas.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication
skills (written, oral, email, etc.), computer aptitude, and be
adaptable. Ability to drive/obtain Kentucky driver s license,
operate four-wheel drive vehicles and ATVs, shoot rifles
and shotguns for biological specimen collection, and work
in rugged conditions and terrain are required. Contact Brian
Clark at brian.clark@ky.gov. Close Date: Until Filled.
Aquaculture Summer Internship - Assist with research
projects involving marine invertebrate and fish species
including Pacific white shrimp, red drum and cobia in
ponds and raceways and recirculating systems. Interns will
participate in setting up experiments, feeding and sampling
of animals, collection and analysis of water quality data,
data entry and analysis, and maintenance of experimental
systems. Interns will also help with other projects at the
facility as required. This position is fulltime (40 hours/week)
and some overtime may be required. Most work will be
Biological Technician - Yosemite National Park, California.
Yosemite National Park is located in the central Sierra
Nevada Mountains of California and lies 150 miles east of
San Francisco. Yosemite is internationally recognized for
its spectacular granite cliffs, waterfalls, clear streams, giant
sequoia groves, and biological diversity. The 750,000-acre,
1,200 square-mile park ranges in elevation from 2,500 to
over 13,000 and contains thousands of lakes and ponds,
1600 miles of streams, and 800 miles of hiking trails. With
94% of the park declared undeveloped wilderness, Yosemite
contains the largest unfragmented blocks of old growth forest
left in the Sierra Nevada. These forests provide habitat for
California spotted owls, northern goshawks, great grey
owls, and many other migratory and resident birds, plus
mountain lion, American black bear, pine marten, fisher,
bobcat, grey fox, coyote, white-tailed deer and many other
species. This is the third year of the project. To apply please
send (email or snail mail): Resume or CV; The names and
contact phone numbers for 3 references, including at least
1 former employer; College transcripts (unofficial) To: Susan
Roberts, USGS-WERC Davis Field Station, University of
California, Davis, 1 Shields Ave, Davis, CA 95616. Email:
susan_roberts@usgs.gov. Please direct any questions to
the above email address or as a last resort you can call me
at 530-601-0001. Close Date: Until Filled.
Marine Fisheries Observers - Work at sea collecting and
recording data and biological samples for the National
Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) aboard commercial fishing
vessels. Observers work on deck on vessels ranging from
40 to 100 ft on trips ranging from 1 to 14 days collecting
data on fish catch and discard. Positions are located in ports
from Maine to North Carolina. This is a challenging job and
candidates must be physically able to handle heavy lifting,
working odd hours and long days in rough seas. Observing
provides an excellent start to a career in marine biology,
as observers are widely recognized as being excellent
field biologists. Qualifications: A BS in Marine Biology or
Biology is required. Candidates are expected to commit to
the program for at least a year. Your own transportation is
required. At-sea experience is desirable. Candidates must
be either a US Citizen, a Canadian Citizen or a non-citizen
who has legally resided in US for the past 2 years. These
are full time positions based on an average of 12 sea
days a month. Sea day rates based on experience and
qualifications. Email resume, references, list of biology
courses and cover letter detailing sea and fish experience to:
donald.macisaac@noaa.gov . Please put job code ‘AIS007’
in the Subject Line. Close Date: Until Filled.
Field Botany Technician - Duties will include species
level inventories, vegetation structure sampling, and
biomass collection. The crew will travel throughout the
state to complete botanical inventories with emphasis
on projects in tallgrass prairie. The two primary studies
involve understanding the role of grazing and fire on plant
communities and control methods for Lespedeza cuneata
and invasive plant. The crew will also travel to assist other
Department project managers with ongoing botanical
monitoring projects. This position is a great opportunity
to learn Missouri plants and interact with professionals
in the field. Crew members must have completed a field
botany class or other relevant experience. Interest in
learning about tallgrass prairie plant communities preferred.
Additional botanical training will be provided. Attention to
detail and ability to work with a group desired. Workers will
be required to work in remote settings and in all weather
conditions. Current project needs require the crew to travel
throughout Missouri including overnight stays. GPS skills
a plus. Contact Sherry Leis at sherry.leis@mdc.mo.gov.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Senior Biological Technician - The Senior Biological
Technician is responsible for assisting with research efforts
that further The Nature Conservancy’s terrestrial and
aquatic restoration goals on the Conservancy’s Ellsworth
Creek Preserve. The preserve, located in southwestern
Washington, harbors the entire Ellsworth Creek watershed
as well as adjacent estuary and forest habitat. This preserve
includes nearly 300 acres of remnant old-growth forest
surrounded by approximately 7000 acres of younger
forest that was intensively managed for timber production
prior to Conservancy ownership. The Conservancy is now
conducting extensive research to investigate methods of
restoring late-successional characteristics in the younger
forests. Rigorous scientific study of several abiotic and
biotic responses is being conducted in order to assess
restoration effectiveness. The Senior Biological Technician
will perform a variety of field and office tasks in support of
these research efforts. The main focus will be preparation
and implementation of a forest vegetation survey designed
to characterize response of vegetation composition and
structure to restoration treatments. This will include: assisting
the Ellsworth Creek Ecologist with location and installation
of vegetation plots; leading a 4-person seasonal field crew
in conducting forest vegetation surveys; preparing data
loggers for field data collection; and managing collection,
quality control, and storage of vegetation data. In addition,
the Senior Biological Technician will assist with various
tasks that are critical to the successful implementation of
an adaptive management restoration program. These tasks
may include, but are not limited to: assisting with location
and installation of permanent aquatic survey reaches;
preparing data loggers for collection of stream habitat
survey data; surveying roads for hydrologic connectivity to
streams; measuring stream depth and flow; entering data;
and performing miscellaneous office tasks. This is a full-time,
exempt position supervised by the Ellsworth Creek Ecologist.
This position is expected to start January 2006, and is
currently funded for 40 weeks (10 months). Qualifications:
Degree in botany, ecology, biology, forestry, or closely
related field and one year relevant experience. Previous
field experience in sampling forest overstory and understory
vegetation. Demonstrated skills leading and supervising a
field crew in the collection of vegetation data. Experience
identifying flora in the Pacific Northwest and ability to utilize a
taxonomic key. Experience using an electronic data logger.
Demonstrated orienteering experience, including the use of
topograhic maps, aerial photography, and global positioning
systems (GPS). Basic computer skills, including experience
with Microsoft Excel for data management and spreadsheet
development. A working knowledge of Microsoft Access
and GIS ArcMap recommended. Excellent communications
and leadership skills. Ability to work effectively as a team
leader and member. Strong organizational skills. Ability to
manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to meet project
deadlines. Ability to work independently. Resourceful in
developing practical solutions to daily challenges. Excellent
physical condition and a good sense of humor. Work
requires long days of physical exertion such as walking
with field gear and equipment over very steep and rough
terrain in inclement (often rainy, cold, and windy) weather
conditions. Valid driver’s license required. Experience
driving on forest roads and using a 4-wheel drive vehicle
preferred. Demonstrated commitment to the preservation
of biological diversity. Please send cover letter and resume
to: TNC Search Committee, Ellsworth, 750 Commercial St,
#212, Astoria, OR 97103 or email: lbeggs@tnc.org. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Field Biologist Intern - Many Field Biologist Interns are
needed in 2006 to operate constant effort mistnetting and
banding (MAPS) stations throughout the continental U.S.
Join this continent-wide, cutting edge effort to determine the
vital rates that cause changes in North American landbird
populations. Positions are available in the Northwest region
(Oregon, and Washington), California, the Western Midwest/
Texas region (Missouri and Texas), and the Eastern Midwest/
East region (Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, West Virginia, and
North Carolina). Interns are accepted into a given region and,
after training, are assigned to a specific location. Internships
are from 1 May (23 Apr for Midwest/TX) through 8 August.
Enthusiastic individuals with previous birding and/or field
research experience are preferred. Prior banding experience
is not necessary as all internships include an intensive, two
week training course in mistnetting, banding, and aging and
sexing small landbirds. Flexibility, good physical condition, a
tolerance of long days that begin before dawn and the ability
to endure sometimes difficult field conditions are required.
Applicants with good field vehicles are especially needed.
Shared housing and a per diem of $20 - $25 (depending on
location and experience) for food and other out-of-pocket
expenses, amounting to $1680 - $2250 for the season, are
provided. Interns are expected to work a minimum of 6 of
every 10 days, sometimes more depending on weather. For
more information and application materials please visit our
website at www.birdpop.org or contact Kelly Gordon, The
Institute for Bird Populations, PO Box 1346, Point Reyes
Station, CA 94956. FAX 415-663-9482, PH 415-663-1436,
EMAIL: kgordon@birdpop.org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Amphibian Technician - Laurel, MD. The U.S. Geological
Survey’s Amphibian Research and Monitoring Initiative
Northeast program needs one full-time summer
technician(June to mid-August 2006). The technician will
conduct amphibian surveys at National Parks and National
Wildlife Refuges in Maryland, Virginia and the District of
Columbia (e.g. Patuxent Research Refuge, C&O Canal
National Historic Park, Rock Creek Park, Shenandoah
National Park, and Prince William Forest Park). Field work
involves identifying, catching, and measuring amphibians
and some reptiles, collecting water quality and environmental
data, and sampling for available pond habitats. The student
will be required to conduct field surveys using techniques
including visual encounter and coverboard surveys, dip
netting, calling surveys, stream transect searches and
temporary removal sampling. Data may be entered onto
palm pilots in the field and later downloaded to computers
for proofing. Data entry into the National ARMI Database
is a required part of the position. The position requires
completion of academic coursework related to wildlife
biology. Previous field experience with amphibians and/or
reptiles is highly recommended. The position requires
the use of GPS units, palm pilots, digital cameras, and
computer software for data entry and presentation (e.g.
Microsoft Excel, Access). Knowledge of GIS is preferred
but not required. Most of the work is outdoors, sometimes
under harsh or hot conditions. The student needs to be in
good physical condition, as the job requires long hours in
the field (including some night-time surveys) and hiking
with up to 25 pounds of equipment. Students may also
be asked to mark amphibians with florescent elastomer.
Contact Sandra Mattfeldt at Sandra_mattfieldt@usgs.gov.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Research Associate - The Sevilleta Long Term Ecological
Research Program is looking to hire a Field Research
Associate. This person will work as part of a four person
field crew to collect botanical and associated zoological data
for several research projects. Projects include, but are not
limited to, Net Primary Productivity, Line Intercept Transects,
Small Mammal Exclosure Study, Arthropod Pitfall Traps
and Mammal Trapping. This person will be required to live
much of the time at the Sevilleta Wildlife Refuge (housing
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Career Events
“Networking or not working”
March 7-9, 2006-- Towards Sustainability: Western Regional Conference
and Expo, California State University - Chico. Info: http://rce.csuchico.edu/
sustainability; 530-898-6105 or email rce@csuchico.edu
March 16 -- 2006 Built Green Conference & Expo, Washington State
Convention & Trade Center, Seattle, Washington. Info: www.builtgreen.net/
conference.html or contact David Manning at (425) 821-8448.
April 12-13 -- Green Construction 2006, San Jose Convention Center,
California. Info: www.greenconstruction2006.com
April 22-27--2006 Ground Water Summit, National Groundwater Association,
San Antonio, Texas. Info: www.ngwa.org/e/conf/0604235095.cfm or
customerservice@ngwa.org or call 800 551.7379
April 23-26 -- 31st Annual Conference of the National Association of
Environmental Professionals, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Info: www.naep.
org/displayconvention.cfm or 301-860-1140.
May 2-3, 2006 - EnviroExpo & Conference
Boston, Massachusetts. Info: www.enviroexpo.com. Contact: Kristin Stromberg,
Conference Manager, 1-312-628-5870, ext. 231; kstromberg@zweigwhite.com
May 3-7, 2006 - EDRA37 Annual Conference of the Environmental Design
Research Association (EDRA), Sheraton Midtown, Atlanta. Info: www.edra.org
May 23-26 -- 26th Annual Conference of the International Association of
Impact Assessment, Stavanger, Norway. Features an Environmental Career
Seminar hosted by the Environmental Career Center, publishers of the Green
Careers Journal. Info: www.iaia.org or info@iaia.org or 701-297-7908
June 20-23 -- Air and Waste Management Assocaition’s 99th Annual
Conference & Exhibition, New Orleans, Louisiana. Info: www.awma.org/
ACE2006/default.asp
August 6-11 -- 91st Ecological Society of America Annual Meeting, Memphis,
Tennessee. Info: www.esa.org/memphis
September 23-27 -- 13th Annual The Wildlife Society Conference, Anchorage,
Alaska. In fo: www.wildlife.org/conference/index.cfm or email Arrangements
Committee Co-chairs- gino_delfrate@fishgame.state.ak.us or howard_
golden@fishgame.state.ak.us.
Please email announcements on upcoming conferences, symposia, career
seminars and training workshops to eccinfo@environmentalcareer.com
provided) and work half of the year on the Albuquerque
campus of UNM. This position collects field data, enters data,
processes lab samples, and manages large data sets. To
apply for this position, you must apply through UNM’s eJobs
website at and look for requisition # M43151. This is a full
time position that pays $24-26k per year with benefits. For
further questions, contact Karen Wetherill, karen@sevilleta.
unm.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.
PhD Position - We are seeking a PhD candidate (3 yrs)
with a strong interest in the evolution of ecological traits
to study mechanisms of habitat adaptation in Silene. This
project will involve field and common garden experiments as
well as QTL analyses and will be conducted within the Plant
Ecological Genetics group at ETH Zürich. Our group is using
Silene as a model system for ecological genetics and current
research topics include hybridisation and introgression, QTL
analyses, habitat adaptation, reproductive isolation, floral
odor, and genomics. We welcome candidates who enjoy
team work but are also used to contributing independent
ideas. Experience with experimental field work and
statistical analyses, as well as a talent for organization are
a must. Knowledge of genetic laboratory methods (AFLP,
microsatellites) would be advantageous but is not required.
Candidates should have completed their Master’s degree
or equivalent (Diplom) in a relevant field and be fluent in
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English. Our group offers a supportive and stimulating
environment, a state-of-the-art molecular lab (including
real-time PCR, an automated sequencer, and a BioRobot),
as well as excellent climate chambers, greenhouses and
common garden facilities. The position can start as early
as January 2006, however, later staring dates until March
2006 can be negotiated. To apply, please send to address
given below: 1) a letter describing your research motivation
and experience 2) a CV together with a copy of your degree
certificates (graduate and undergraduate) 3) full contact
details of two scientific referees. Applications by email are
encouraged. For further information: Dr. Sophie Karrenberg,
Plant Ecological Genetics (Prof. Widmer), Geobotanical
Institute ETH , ETH-Zentrum, CH-8092 Zürich, Switzerland.
e-mail: sophie.karrenberg@env.ethz.ch, tel.: +41 44 632
8713. Close Date: Until Filled.
Coordinator Position - Coordinator to lead an emerging
landscape-scale bird conservation partnership in the East
Gulf Coastal Plain during its formative years. The longterm vision is for this partnership to evolve into a fully
functional Joint Venture that conducts bird conservation
planning, implementation and evaluation activities within
a regional ecosystem context. A Joint Venture is a selfdirected conservation partnership designed to improve
focus, increase resources, and undertake efforts for the
conservation of all birds within its geographic boundaries.
This includes working to achieve the objectives of the North
American Waterfowl Management Plan, the North American
Landbird Conservation Plan (Partners in Flight), the United
States Shorebird Conservation Plan, the North American
Waterbird Conservation Plan, the Northern Bobwhite
Conservation Initiative, and state-developed Comprehensive
Wildlife Conservation Strategies. The Coordinator will work
under the direction of a multi-partner “Management Board” to
achieve the collective ecological and conservation planning
principles. Provides advanced level professional services
and assistance for any of a variety of wildlife programs
which may involve a combination of outreach, research,
instruction and business administrative work. Minimum
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited
institution (Wildlife Science or related field desired) with six
years of experience in wildlife management or research; OR
a Master’s degree from an accredited institution and three
years of experience stated experience. This position requires
an understanding of relevant ecological and conservation
planning principles, a strong background in avian biology/
ecology, an understanding of land-use issues affecting bird
conservation, familiarity with the politics and economics
of conservation, and the ability to work successfully
with a broad range of stakeholders. Strong leadership,
administrative, organizational and communication skills.
Must be self motivated and demonstrate initiative. Master’s
degree from an accredited institution in Wildlife Science
highly desired. Refer to Requisition #21405 and apply on-line
at www.auemployment.com. Close Date: Until Filled.
Biological Science Technicians (Wildlife) - The NPS is
seeking up to eleven biological science technicians for the
2006 summer field season at Sequoia and Kings Canyon
National Parks (SEKI). Vacancies include up to nine GS-5
positions ($13.21/hr) and up to two GS-6 positions ($14.72/
hr) and involve an array of wildlife projects. Depending on
the position, duties include 1) implementing the black bear
management plan, in which bear technicians work with both
the public (education about food storage) and the bears
(marking and radio-collaring, radio telemetry, hazing), 2)
implementing the mountain yellow-legged frog restoration
project, in which introduced trout populations are removed
from lakes and streams using gill nets and backpack
electrofishers and native frog populations are monitored,
or 3) monitoring bird assemblages at various field stations
in these parks. Emphasis is on field work in both team and
individual settings. Work locations and dates depend on
both the position and the timing of snowmelt. The black bear
management and bird monitoring positions are based in the
frontcountry with estimated work dates from April or May to
August, September or October. The frog restoration positions
are based in high elevation wilderness with estimated
work dates from June or July to September. Interested
applicants must apply through the USAJOBS website .
The announcement number is SEKI-06-12EQ and can be
found by following the “Search Jobs” link at the top of the
USAJOBS homepage, and then typing in the announcement
number in the “Keyword Search” window, and then following
the link to the actual announcement. Applications must
include a resume, a completed questionnaire, and a copy
of your college transcripts (if you wish to be qualified based
on experience and education). Read the announcement
for specific details. For general application questions call
SEKI Personnel at 559-565-3752. For bear management
and bird monitoring questions (serious inquiries only,
please), contact Rachel Mazur, SEKI Wildlife Biologist, at
Rachel_Mazur@nps.gov. For frog restoration questions
(serious inquiries only, please), contact Danny Boiano,
SEKI Aquatic Ecologist, at Danny_Boiano@nps.gov. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Wildlife Program Associate - The School of Forestry
and Wildlife Sciences at Auburn University is seeking a
Coordinator to lead an emerging landscape-scale bird
conservation partnership in the East Gulf Coastal Plain during
its formative years. The long-term vision is for this partnership
to evolve into a fully functional Joint Venture that conducts
bird conservation planning, implementation and evaluation
activities within a regional ecosystem context. A Joint Venture
is a self-directed conservation partnership designed to
improve focus, increase resources, and undertake efforts for
the conservation of all birds within its geographic boundaries.
This includes working to achieve the objectives of the North
American Waterfowl Management Plan, the North American
Landbird Conservation Plan (Partners in Flight), the United
States Shorebird Conservation Plan, the North American
Waterbird Conservation Plan, the Northern Bobwhite
Conservation Initiative, and state-developed Comprehensive
Wildlife Conservation Strategies. The Coordinator will work
under the direction of a multi-partner “Management Board” to
achieve the collective ecological and conservation planning
principles. Provides advanced level professional services
and assistance for any of a variety of wildlife programs
which may involve a combination of outreach, research,
instruction and business administrative work. Minimum
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited
institution (Wildlife Science or related field desired) with six
years of experience in wildlife management or research; OR
a Master’s degree from an accredited institution and three
years of experience stated experience. This position requires
an understanding of relevant ecological and conservation
planning principles, a strong background in avian biology/
ecology, an understanding of land-use issues affecting bird
conservation, familiarity with the politics and economics
of conservation, and the ability to work successfully
with a broad range of stakeholders. Strong leadership,
administrative, organizational and communication skills.
Must be self motivated and demonstrate initiative. Desired
Qualifications Master’s degree from an accredited institution
in Wildlife Science highly desired. Refer to Requisition
#21405 and apply on-line at: www.auemployment.com
on any computer with internet access. If you need any
assistance, contact Auburn University’s Department of
Human Resources at (334) 844-4145. Internet access is
also available through your local state employment service
office and public library. Close Date: Until Filled.
Senior Ecologist - As a senior-level ecologist incumbent
works on a joint National Park Service (NPS) and US Fish and
Wildlife Service (FWS) interdisciplinary team evaluating and
contributing to ecosystem restoration in South Florida. The
incumbent works with ecologists, hydrologists, engineers,
attorneys, private citizens, resource managers, and other
professionals, in evaluating human-related impacts to the
Everglades ecosystem due to nutrient inputs and changes
in hydrology. Incumbent will compile and analyze ecological
data; prepare documents for judicial and administrative
proceedings; attend meetings and represent the Everglades
National Park and A.R.M. Loxahatchee National Wildlife
Refuge on technical and policy matters associated with
protecting and conserving Everglades water resources.
For more information contact Dr. Nick Aumen, Everglades
National Park, 561-735-6001, nick_aumen@nps.gov. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Postdoctoral Position - We seek a highly qualified
individual with research experience and interest in the
fields of biological oceanography, marine biology and
carbonate chemistry. A PhD at the time of appointment in
oceanography, environmental science, marine science,
ecology, or related fields is required for this position,
as well as a significant record of research productivity.
Experience with field sampling approaches, diving, setting
up ecophysiological experiments and aquarium maintenance
is also desired, but not requisite. Funding is made available
by the EU through the CarboOceans integrated project
which investigates marine carbon sources and sinks
(http://www.carboocean.org/). The successful applicant will
work in close collaboration with partners involved in theme
4 “Biogeochemical feedbacks on the oceanic carbon sink”.
Information from the research group is available at: http://
www.obs-vlfr.fr/~gattuso. The position will be for two years,
with a starting date any time after 1st January 2006. To apply,
please send a CV, relevant publications and the contact
information of three references to: Jean-Pierre Gattuso,
CNRS-University of Paris VI, Laboratoire d’Océanographie,
BP 28 06234 Villefranche-sur-mer Cedex, France. Or send
electronic copies of information to mailto: gattuso [at] obs-vlfr.
fr. Close Date: Until Filled.
Island Restoration Manager - Lead and coordinate preserve
restoration and natural area stewardship work for The Nature
Conservancy’s Santa Cruz Island Preserve. Work with
TNC and partner staff to develop and implement preserve
management plans, which include habitat restoration,
species monitoring and research, captive population
management, invasive plant and animal species control,
prescribed burning, and volunteer stewardship workdays.
Provide support for logistics and operations associated with
the restoration program. May manage restoration related
contracts. Work with senior science staff to facilitate the
design, collection, compilation, analysis and dissemination of
data relevant to the island recovery program. Team with the
Island Facilities Manager, and other island staff and partners,
to provide general preserve management, restorationrelated facilities repairs, upgrades, communications and
compliance. Participate in and provide interpretation for field
February 2006
Biology & Ecology
trips and education/public outreach activities and events.
Qualifications: Bachelors degree in biology, ecology, natural
resources management or related field and two to three
years related work or other experience. Masters degree
preferred. Exceptional time management and organizational
skills. Results oriented. Solid researching, editing, writing
and oral communications skills. Demonstrated excellence
in technical writing. Experience in MS Office, Word, and
Excel, and familiarity with GIS systems such as ARCINFO.
Ability to manage, analyze and interpret data, and produce
reports. Experience working with or knowledge of natural
systems. Ability to recognize plant and animal species
as required to complete preserve management activities.
Experience leading and supervising others in the completion
of tasks. Ability to use safely and maintain preserve tools
and equipment, including power and construction tools.
Ability to operate heavy machinery preferred. Ability to obtain
related licenses or certifications such as first aid, CPR,
herbicide application, heavy machinery and equipment.
Work requires a valid driver’s license, safe driving record,
and current insurance . Please send cover letter and resume
to: resumes@tnc.org and reference Job No.8025. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Waterbird Research Volunteer (1-2) - Seeking 1 or 2
volunteers at the USGS San Francisco Bay Estuary Field
Station (15 February 2006 – 15 August 2006; start and
end dates are negotiable, but must include 1 April 2006
– 1 July 2006) to help with American Avocet, Black-necked
Stilt, Forester’s Tern, and Caspian Tern foraging ecology,
contaminant uptake, and reproductive success studies in
San Francisco Bay. Main duties will include assisting with
capturing and marking waterbirds, locating birds using
vehicle mounted radio telemetry equipment, monitoring
nest success, and compiling and summarizing data using
spreadsheets. We will provide training, but applicant should
possess a positive attitude, a strong science ethic, and a
desire to gain experience in a variety of ecological data
collection techniques. Must be comfortable on small boats
and in heavy, urban traffic conditions. Experience with
the operation of 4WD vehicles and boats, microcomputer
system and file management, field and laboratory methods,
and waterbird identification is desirable but not mandatory.
Volunteer will sometimes be asked to work long hours
(including early morning or evening hours and some
weekend days as needed) under difficult conditions to
accomplish fieldwork. Good physical condition, a current
driver’s license, and a good driving record are required.
Applicants working toward or possessing a wildlife or related
bachelor’s degree, or with some prior field experience will
be given priority. REMOTE HOUSING, TRAVEL PER DIEM
(approximately $700/month), AND APPLICABLE FEDERAL
TRAINING COURSES WILL BE PROVIDED. Housing
will be provided at San Francisco Bay National Wildlife
Refuge, Newark, CA, and fieldwork will be conducted at
several sites around the Bay. If interested send cover letter,
resume, and 3 references VIA EMAIL to: Dr. Josh Ackerman,
USGS Davis Field Station, One Shields Ave., University of
California, Davis, CA 95616; Fax: 530-752-9680; Email:
jackerman@usgs.gov AND carbon copy sad29@humboldt.
edu and jdb64@humboldt.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.
Biological Science Technicians - (1-2). Seeking 1 to 2
Biological Science Technicians (GG-5) at the USGS San
Francisco Bay Estuary Field Station (about 27 February
– 25 August 2006) for studies on Black Rail foraging ecology,
and contaminant uptake in north San Francisco Bay. Duties
will involve capturing and marking birds, tracking marked
birds using hand-held telemetry equipment, collecting blood
and feathers, conducting vegetation surveys, collecting
invertebrate and fish samples for contaminant analyses,
maintaining equipment, and collecting other ecological data
as directed by supervisor. Experience with radio telemetry
and capturing and handling birds is preferred. Excellent
hearing is required for radio telemetry work. Experience with
the operation of 4WD vehicles and boats, microcomputer
system and file management, field and laboratory methods,
and techniques for conducting research on wildlife
populations are desirable. Incumbents must be comfortable
on small boats. Incumbents will be expected to enter data
into spreadsheets, compile and organize field data, as well
as prepare tabular data, graphs, charts, and reports under
the direction of the supervisor. All positions will require
incumbent to work independently and as a team member
to execute field research. We are seeking enthusiastic
and versatile people with strong science and work ethics
and a desire to gain experience in a variety of disciplines.
Must be willing to work some long hours, including early
morning, evening, or nighttime hours and some weekends
as needed. Housing is not provided. Positions are located
in Vallejo, CA. If interested send cover letter, resume, and 3
references VIA EMAIL to: Danika Tsao Melcer, USGS Davis
Field Station, One Shields Ave., University of California,
Davis, CA 95616; Fax: 530-752-9680; Email: dtsao@usgs.
gov. Close Date: Until Filled.
Conservation Biologist - The Department of Environmental
Studies at Antioch New England Graduate School
invites applications for a one year teaching position for
a conservation biologist or ecologist to begin fall 2006.
Candidates will have Ph.D. in Ecology, Wildlife Biology,
or Conservation Biology with an active research program
preferably in wildlife-related conservation issues. We seek
candidates who are interested in the interdisciplinary nature
of conservation biology, and enthusiastic about joining
our interdisciplinary program in environmental studies.
Candidates should send curriculum vitae, statement of
research ,teaching interests, and list of three references.
For a full description of the position go to www.antiochne.
edu. Close Date: Until Filled.
Research Assistant - We seek a motivated, experienced
avian ecologist for a research assistant’s position in the
Avian Ecology Laboratory of Reed Bowman at Archbold
Biological Station. Duties include field data collection,
field experiments, data analysis, computer work, lab work,
supervision of daily activities during the field season and
interactions with graduate students and interns. Our research
focuses on avian population biology, behavioral ecology,
urban ecology, conservation biology, physiological ecology,
and ecological genetics. We conduct detailed observational
and experimental studies on four color-banded populations
of Florida Scrub-Jays that span an environmental gradient
from wildlands through isolated patches of natural habitats
embedded in suburbia. Our lab consists of several full time
scientists, several long-term collaborators, and a variable
numbers of graduate students and interns. Archbold is
devoted to research, conservation, and education and is
particularly strong in demography, conservation biology,
fire ecology, and behavioral ecology. Archbold’s 7000+ acre
natural area has outstanding examples of central Florida
ecosystems and unique species. We also work within a
network of protected areas in the region. The applicant
should have at least BA or BS in ecology, biology or a related
field, however an MS degree is preferred, demonstrated
interest and experience in avian ecology and experience
in field work, computer and data handling. In addition, we
value willingness to work both independently and as part of
research teams, and physical stamina to work outdoors in
a subtropical climate during the summer. Benefits include
salary in the mid-upper 20k’s (depending on experience),
annual leave, paid holidays, health insurance, disability
benefits, and, after one year service, participation in our
excellent retirement program. I also believe in professional
development of research assistants; many of our past RA’s
have published papers based on their work at Archbold
and many have gone on to further graduate school. This
position is funded in part by research grants. We currently
have support for two years and seek an applicant willing
to make a firm commitment for that time period. We
anticipate continued support beyond two years. Prospective
applicants should seek more information on Archbold and
the Avian Ecology Lab at archbold-station.org. Send a letter
summarizing experience and qualifications, a CV or resume,
lists of courses and grades, and names, phone numbers,
and email addresses for 3 references. Email applications are
preferred. Dr. Reed Bowman, Avian Ecology Lab, Archbold
Biological Station, P.O. Box 2057, Lake Placid, FL 33862.
863-465-2571 (phone). Email: rbowman@archbold-station.
org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Wildlife Technician - Provide technical support on the
University of Alaska Southeast/ U.S. Forest Service,
Tongass Old Growth Reserve Connectivity Study, focusing
on Northern Flying Squirrels. Duties include, but not limited
to: small mammal trapping, animal processing, day and
night-based telemetry, den-site habitat surveys, data
recording and entry. Additional logistical support will also
be needed to maintain equipment, field camp, and supplies.
Everything will be in cooperation with project heads, a
crew leader, and other members of the crew as needs
arise. Individuals will be expected to cope with physically
challenging terrain, inclement weather, and long work
days in a remote environment. Preference will be given to
individuals who have experience working and living in remote
areas, experience with live-trapping and handling small
mammals, and experience with radio-telemetry. Employment
period is from March 1- April 15. $1200/month salary, $700
travel allowance, food and housing. To apply, please email
a letter briefly describing your interests and experience
and a resume including three references. Colin Shanley,
Research Assistant, University of Alaska Southeast, at
shanleycolin@yahoo.com. Close Date: Until Filled.
Biological Science Technicians (4-6) - Seeking 4 to 6
Biological Science Technicians (GG-5) at the USGS San
Francisco Bay Estuary Field Station (2-3 positions from
about 6 February – 4 August 2006 and 2-3 positions from
about 20 February – 18 August 2006) for studies on American
Avocet, Black-necked Stilt, Forester’s Tern, and Caspian
Tern foraging ecology, contaminant uptake, and reproductive
success in San Francisco Bay. Duties will involve capturing,
marking, and collecting birds, tracking marked birds using
hand-held or vehicle mounted radio telemetry equipment,
locating and monitoring nests, collecting blood and feathers,
conducting bird surveys, maintaining equipment, and
collecting other ecological data as directed by supervisor.
Experience with radio telemetry, capturing and handling
waterbirds, and monitoring nest success is preferred.
Excellent hearing is required for radio telemetry work.
Experience with the operation of 4WD vehicles and boats,
microcomputer system and file management, field and
laboratory methods, and techniques for conducting research
on wildlife populations are desirable. Incumbents must
be comfortable on small boats and in heavy, urban traffic
conditions. Incumbents will be expected to enter data into
spreadsheets, compile and organize field data, as well as
prepare tabular data, graphs, charts, and reports under
the direction of the supervisor. All positions will require
incumbent to work independently and as a team member
to execute field research. We are seeking enthusiastic and
versatile people with strong science and work ethics and a
desire to gain experience in a variety of disciplines. Must
be willing to work some long hours, including early morning,
evening, or nighttime hours and some weekends as needed.
Housing is not provided. Positions are located in south San
Francisco Bay (around Newark, CA). If interested send
cover letter, resume, and 3 references VIA EMAIL to: Dr.
Josh Ackerman, USGS Davis Field Station, One Shields
Ave., University of California, Davis, CA 95616; Fax: 530752-9680; Email: jackerman@usgs.gov AND carbon copy
sad29@humboldt.edu and jdb64@humboldt.edu. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Research Technician III – One or two people needed Jan.
3 – April 30, 2006, with possible extension through late
summer depending on funding. $2,023/month plus hotel
lodging and food stipend. Technicians will work as part of a
two person team conducting exotic ectoparasite surveillance
throughout Florida for the Southeastern Cooperative
Wildlife Disease Study, College of Veterinary Medicine, The
University of Georgia. Responsibilities include: live-trapping
medium to small-sized mammals, mist netting of birds,
handling of herps, conducting thorough ectoparasite exams
on captured animals, performing tick drags, collecting and
handling of biomedical specimens, data entry, and cleaning
field equipment and vehicles. Typically, work will begin on
Monday and end by Friday. Preference will be given to
applicants with experience capturing and identifying animals
found in Florida. Work may be conducted in inclement
weather including rain. Expect long, irregular work hours.
Project vehicle provided for field work. Please email a
resume, cover letter and contact info for three references
to Britta Hanson (bhanson@vet.uga.edu). Provide specific
details in your application regarding your experience (i.e.
approximate number and type of animals trapped, number
of birds you have removed from mist nets, etc.). Call (305)
393-3101 (10 am to 8 pm EST) if you have questions. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Staff Positions - PRBO Conservation Science seeks 3
seasonal staff biologists to participate in desert breeding bird
research in the lower Colorado River Valley and at Amargosa
Canyon, near Death Valley, California. Primary field duties
will include crew supervision, point counting, spot-mapping,
nest searching and monitoring, and vegetation assessments.
Applicants MUST have a 4WD- or AWD-vehicle, prior nest
searching experience, and be willing to work long hours in
demanding habitats. Prior survey experience with Willow
Flycatchers and/or Bell’s Vireos is a plus. Each location is in
a California Audubon Important Bird Area, and each location
hosts a wide variety of breeders and migrants to ogle and
master. Each of the positions has varying duration, with the
longest running from 1 Feb - 1 Aug 2006. Positions earn
$1600-$2100/month, depending on experience. Housing
may be provided, contingent on funding. To apply, e-mail a
resume and one-page maximum cover letter briefly detailing
your past experience and future goals to CHRIS McCREEDY
(EM: cmccreedy@prbo.org). Close Date: Until Filled.
Field Biologist (10) - The Nature Conservancy, in
cooperation with the Department of Defense, is conducting
a long-term monitoring program on the federally endangered
Black-capped Vireo. The study takes place at Fort Hood,
an 87,890-ha military installation. Seasonal Field Biologists
will work in 6 intensive study areas as well as other sites
to gather data which will be used to analyze population
trends and productivity. The primary task of 7 crew members
will be to find nests, monitor nests, map territories, and
band nestlings. The main duty of 3 crew members will be
to conduct point counts, but they will participate in other
monitoring activities as time allows (usually 2 full and 3 partial
days a week). All crew members will locate color-banded
birds, assist with mist-netting and banding, and will be
responsible for keeping extensive, detailed records. Timely
and careful completion of records is an essential component
of the work. Field Biologists must provide their own housing
and transportation to work. Positions available 6 Mar - 7 Jul
2006. Location: Killeen, Texas. Salary: $869.23/biweekly
(housing not provided). Applicants should review complete
Job Description at http://nature.org/careers. Total available
positions contingent upon fund availability. CONTACT, in
writing with a cover letter or email tncfthood@hotmail.com,
resume and telephone numbers and/or email addresses of
three references: The Nature Conservancy, P.O. Box 5190,
Fort Hood, TX 76544-0190. Close Date: Until Filled.
Internships - PRBO Conservation Science is seeking 1-2
motivated xerophiles to assist with breeding and migratory
landbird surveys in Sonoran Desert Woodland in the lower
Colorado River Valley. Primary field duties will include point
counting, nest searching, and vegetation assessments. Prior
bird surveying experience definitely a plus, and applicants
must be willing to work long hours/camp in the field. 4WD
vehicle also a plus. Housing and a monthly reimbursement
stipend of $1050 will be provided. Positions begin
approximately 1 Mar 2006 and extend through mid-May
2006. To apply, e-mail a resume and one-page maximum
cover letter briefly detailing your past experience and future
goals to CHRIS McCREEDY (EM: cmccreedy@prbo.org).
Close Date: Until Filled.
Field Technician - 3-5 seasonal positions available from
mid-February to mid-November, 2006. Duties include
data collection for pre-construction surveys, research
investigating the effects of prescribed burns and vegetation
removal on herpetofauna, surveys and habitat assessments
for endangered and threatened herps. Data entry, biological
monitoring, drift fence installation, trap building and some
office work may be required. Field work may involve long
work days with potential early and late shifts and lengthy
commutes. Applicants must be able to work in hot, dry
conditions; field sites are steep and demanding. Field
technicians must be willing to work on some holidays
and weekends during the field season. Use of personal
vehicles may be required (mileage will be reimbursed at the
standard rate). Potential permanent, full-time appointment
is contingent on performance and funding. Qualifications:
B.S. in wildlife biology, ecology, zoology or closely related
field. Upper-level undergraduate students with relevant
experience will also be considered. Applicants must have
a valid driver’s license. Previous field experience, strong
identification skills, accurate data collection, a good sense
of direction, and willingness to work with rattlesnakes are
essential. Ability to use digital cameras and drive a 4x4
vehicle off road is ideal. Preference will be given to biologists
with experience handling snakes and PIT tagging. Applicants
should be comfortable working alone, as well as part of a
team. Salary: $12-18/hour, commensurate with experience.
No housing provided. Send cover letter, resume, and contact
information for three professional references by email to
Tammy Lim, Project Manager/Wildlife Biologist. E-mail:
tlim@swaimbio.com. Phone: (510) 761-0164. Close Date:
Until Filled.
Technicians - Gopher Tortoise Field Technicians (2) are
needed to study the responses of gopher tortoises to
military training activities on Camp Shelby in southeastern
Mississippi using automated radio telemetry systems, video
surveillance, sound/ground vibration recording equipment,
etc. Duties: assist other project personnel with the following:
1) tortoise and burrow surveys, 2) relocating tortoises using
hand held antennas, 3) data entry, 4) vegetation surveys,
5) deployment and retrieval of field equipment, 6) collection
and downloading of data from the field, 7) behavioral
observation, 8) transmitter and data logger attachment,
and 9) coordination with installation and project personnel.
Candidates must be willing and able to work under difficult
field conditions involving high temperature and humidity,
biting insects, lifting heavy loads, etc. Positions are
temporary, lasting from 20 Mar 2006 through 30 Sep 2006.
Pay is between $12-13K, depending on experience and
funding availability, for ~6.5 months of work. Housing and
benefits is not provided for these positions. Candidates must
have a valid driver’s license and be U.S. citizens. To apply,
please send cover letter, CV, and names, addresses, current
phone numbers, and emails for 3 professional references
to David Delaney, USACERL, P.O. Box 9005, Champaign,
IL 61826 (email: David.Delaney@erdc.usace.army.mil).
Application by email is preferred. Close Date: Until Filled.
PhD Positions - One position is available for a highly
motivated graduate student at the PhD level. The successful
applicant will have a strong interest in remote sensing
applications to avian ecology, landscape ecology, monitoring
and conservation. Research areas include assessing and
modeling the relationship between image texture, vegetation
structure, and breeding bird species richness, abundance,
and presence. New tools are needed for monitoring
biodiversity and the ecological integrity of landscapes. It is
generally impractical to implement traditional field methods
for identifying where specific bird species and where hotspots
of species richness or abundance occur over broad regions,
yet there is evidence that monitoring and management is
most effective when it incorporates broad scales. Traditional
methods can be limiting because of difficulties associated
with habitat classification in some ecosystems. Thus new
methods are needed to predict avian patterns of distribution
and abundance. In this project the PhD student will explore
the usefulness of image texture as a source of information
about biodiversity, and a conservation tool. The focus of this
study is Fort McCoy, WI, located about 90 miles northwest
of Madison. Initial models will be developed using existing
data on bird occurrence and digital orthophotos, with field
validation to follow. The person selected for this Fort McCoy
project will coordinate closely with a similar project conducted
in parallel on Fort Bliss, NM (see http://www.silvis.forest.
wisc.edu/projects/texture_analysis.asp). Working under Dr.
Anna Pidgeon and Dr. Volker Radeloff the student will join
the research team in the SILVIS Lab in the Department of
Forest Ecology and Management (http://forest.wisc.edu) at
UW-Madison. A listing of current members of the lab and
research projects can be found at the SILVIS Lab website
(http://www.silvis.forest.wisc.edu/silvis.asp). Candidates
should have the following skills: Educational background
in landscape or avian ecology, geography, forestry,
environmental science, or a related discipline; Interest in
remote sensing, biodiversity monitoring, and conservation;
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Experience and/or some background in techniques of remote
sensing analysis; Motivation to work independently and
to publish in peer-reviewed journals; proficiency with GIS
and/or statistical analysis software; students with Master’s
degree is preferred but exceptional candidate without
Master’s degree will be considered.. Strong English writing
and verbal communication skills are required. Potential
applicants should submit the following (electronically,
preferred) to Anna Pidgeon at apidgeon@wisc.edu . Or mail
materials to this address: Department of Forest Ecology and
Management, 1630 Linden Drive, Madison, WI 53706-1598.
Cover letter summarizing research interests and academic
and professional background; Resume/ CV; Copies of
transcripts (unofficial transcripts acceptable at this point);
GRE scores, if available; Names and contact information
for three references (no letters needed at this time). Close
Date: Until Filled.
Wildlife Technician – Individuals are needed to assist in
a study of the effects of fuels reduction on riparian forest
birds in central New Mexico. Technicians are needed to
work full-time from April to September 2006. Beginning
and ending work dates can vary depending on funding,
school schedules, etc. Most work involves conducting
point count surveys and nest searching and monitoring.
Additional work includes habitat analysis of nest trees and
study sites. Previous experience conducting point counts
and the ability to identify southwestern song birds by sight
and sound is a must to be hired for surveying positions.
Experience in identifying plants and using standard field
equipment is helpful, but not required. Applicants must be
in good physical condition and willing to work long hours in
hot and often unpleasant field conditions. Applicants will be
hired at the GS-4 or GS-5 level depending upon experience
and available funding. Employees will be based at the
US Forest Service Rocky Mountain Research Station in
Albuquerque, NM and vehicles are provided for transport
to and from study sites. No housing is available. Applicants
MUST apply using the AVUE system at the USAJOBS
web site (URL: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov) when the
positions are advertised. The US Forest Service is an equal
opportunity employer and qualified minority and female
applicants are encouraged to apply. Qualified students are
also encouraged to apply. To submit inquiries and resumes
and to be notified when applications to job announcements
can be submitted to AVUE, contact Dave Hawksworth, USFS
Rocky Mountain Research Station, 333 Broadway SE Suite
115, Albuquerque, NM 87102-3497 (EM: dlhawksworth@fs.
fed.us , PH; 505-724-3675). Close Date: Until Filled.
Graduate Research Assistantship - An M.S. Research
Assistantship is available at the University of Kentucky to
participate in a multi-state study evaluating the response
of forest songbird communities to forest management.
Special emphasis will be placed on identifying silvicultural
practices and habitat features that enhance habitat for the
cerulean warbler, a species of high conservation concern.
Study sites are located in the Daniel Boone National
Forest near Morehead, KY. The candidate must be willing
to spend approximately three months in the field each
spring/summer supervising 4-5 field assistants. Stipend
is $12,000/year; health benefits and tuition waver also
provided. Qualifications: A B.S. degree in wildlife, zoology,
biology, or closely related field. Minimum entry requirements
are 3.0 GPA and combined verbal + quantitative GRE
score >1000. The successful applicant will also have
previous avian field experience, well-developed writing
and communication skills, a strong work ethic, the ability to
work both independently and be a leader in a team setting.
Preference will be given to applicants with nest-searching
experience and/or the ability to identify birds of the eastern
U.S. by sight and sound. To apply, please email a letter
of interest (stating qualifications and career goals), a CV,
and the names and contact information for 3 references to
Dr. Dave Maehr c/o Patricia Hartman (pjhart2@uky.edu),
University of Kentucky, Department of Forestry. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Research Intern - Research Interns (2) needed to assist
with study of montane forest birds in high-elevation forests
in the Santa Catalina Mountains of southeastern Arizona (10
miles north of Tucson). The objectives of this research are to
estimate nesting success, measure habitat characteristics
at nest sites, track population trends, and identify common
nest predators of montane forest birds using time-lapse
video cameras. Duties will include: 1) maintenance of video
cameras at nests; 2) measuring habitat characteristics
associated with nests; and 3) locating and monitoring nests.
Applicants should be able to work independently and willing
to work long hours in the field. Applicants must be good
physical condition in order to carry 45-lb batteries (using
a backpack) over rough terrain to reach video cameras.
This is a great opportunity to work closely with some of
southeastern Arizona’s unique breeding bird species (e.g.,
red-faced warbler and yellow-eyed junco) in a cool, forested
environment. Field work will run from approximately 25 April
to 20 August 2006 (start and end dates somewhat flexible).
A $500/month stipend and transportation to/from field site
provided. During the field season, Research Interns will
camp at the University of Arizona’s Steward Observatory
facility at the summit of the Santa Catalina Mountains and
have access to bathroom, shower, and kitchen facilities.
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Send resume (with names, phone numbers, and email
addresses of 3 references) by email (preferred) or by mail
to: Moez Ali, Arizona Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research
Unit, 104 Biological Sciences East, University of Arizona,
Tucson AZ 85721; email: moezali@email.arizona.edu. Close
Date: April 1, 2006.
Biological Science Technicians (3-4) - Needed to assist in
a study of the effects of wildfire on bird and plant communities
along the Middle Rio Grande, New Mexico. Technicians are
needed to work full-time from May to September. Beginning
and ending work dates may vary depending on funding,
school schedules, etc. Most work involves conducting
point count surveys and nest searching and monitoring,
including nest box monitoring. Additional work includes
habitat analysis of nest trees and study sites. Previous
experience conducting point counts and the ability to identify
southwestern song birds by sight and sound is a must to
be hired for surveying positions. Experience in identifying
plants and using standard field equipment is helpful, but not
required. Applicants must be in good physical condition and
willing to work in arid and often unpleasant field conditions.
Applicants will be hired at the GS-4 ($11.81/hour) or GS5 ($13.21/hour) level depending upon experience and
available funding. Employees will be based at the US Forest
Service Rocky Mountain Research Station in Albuquerque,
NM and vehicles are provided for transport to and from
study sites. No housing is available. Applicants MUST
apply using the AVUE system at the USAJOBS web site
(URL: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov) when the positions are
advertised. The US Forest Service is an equal opportunity
employer and qualified minority and female applicants are
encouraged to apply. Qualified students (at least half-time)
must apply directly to the RMRS contact listed. When
submitting a student application, please include a resume,
transcripts, and verification of good standing (verification of
enrollment in degree program). For further information, or to
be notified when applications for job announcements can be
submitted to AVUE, contact June M. Galloway, USFS Rocky
Mountain Research Station, 333 Broadway SE Suite 115,
Albuquerque, NM 87102-3497 (Email: jgalloway@fs.fed.us
,Phone: 505-724-3676). Close Date: Until Filled.
Biological Science Technicians (Wildlife) - The National
Park Service is seeking up to eleven biological science
technicians for the 2006 summer field season at Sequoia
and Kings Canyon National Parks (SEKI). Vacancies include
up to nine GS-5 positions ($13.21/hr) and up to two GS-6
positions ($14.72/hr) and involve an array of wildlife projects.
Depending on the position, duties include 1) implementing
the black bear management plan, in which bear technicians
work with both the public (education about food storage)
and the bears (marking and radio-collaring, radio telemetry,
hazing), 2) implementing the mountain yellow-legged frog
restoration project, in which introduced trout populations
are removed from lakes and streams using gill nets and
backpack electrofishers and native frog populations are
monitored, or 3) monitoring bird assemblages at various
field stations in these parks. Emphasis is on field work in
both team and individual settings. Work locations and dates
depend on both the position and the timing of snowmelt.
The black bear management and bird monitoring positions
are based in the frontcountry with estimated work dates
from April or May to August, September or October. The
frog restoration positions are based in high elevation
wilderness with estimated work dates from June or July
to September. Interested applicants must apply through
the USAJOBS website at http://www.usajobs.opm.gov.
The announcement number is SEKI-06-12EQ and can be
found by following the “Search Jobs” link at the top of the
USAJOBS homepage, and then typing in the announcement
number in the “Keyword Search” window, and then following
the link to the actual announcement. Applications must
include a resume, a completed questionnaire (shown in
announcement), and a copy of your college transcripts (if
you wish to be qualified based on experience and education).
Read the announcement for specific details. For general
application questions call the SEKI Personnel Department
at 559-565-3752. For bear management and bird monitoring
questions (serious inquiries only, please), contact Rachel
Mazur, SEKI Wildlife Biologist, at Rachel_Mazur@nps.
gov. For frog restoration questions (serious inquiries only,
please), contact Danny Boiano, SEKI Aquatic Ecologist, at
Danny_Boiano@nps.gov. Close Date: Until Filled.
Avian Lab Manager - Seeking a manager to head our
Avian Research Lab (ARL). The ARL is a state of the art
facility for the management of wildlife hazards and remote
sensing of wildlife. Candidate shall be responsible for
the intellectual leadership of the Laboratory, must have
an undergraduate degree in ornithology or related field.
Graduate degrees required. Candidate should also be a
recognized intellectual leader in the Bird Air Strike Hazard
(BASH) community with a minimum ten years experience
in managing projects including cost and schedule; as well
as experience in bird migration and bird/aircraft air strike
projects. Experience in performing under U.S. government
contracts mandatory. Candidate must possess excellent
verbal and written communication skills, and demonstrate
experience in staff management and budgeting; need
someone who is proficient with MS office software products.
GIS conversant (ArcInfo, ArcView) a plus. Travel 25-30%.
Currently accepting US citizens or applicants with proper
authorization to work in the US only. The ARL is a center
of excellence for remote sensing of wildlife and also home
to the Avian Hazard Advisory System (AHAS). AHAS is the
world’s largest system devoted to the real time monitoring
of wildlife. Contact: Steve Silva at steve.silva@comcast.net.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Wetland Biologist - David Evans and Associates, Inc.
(DEA), is a professional services consulting firm that
combines the talents of architects, engineers, scientists,
landscape architects, planners, surveyors, and related
professionals to serve the needs of society, industry, and
the future. We are currently hiring a Wetland Biologist
in Bellevue, WA. The Environmental Business Group
in the Bellevue Office is seeking a team-oriented, selfstarting mid to senior level Wetland Biologist. Primary
job responsibilities will include wetlands delineation and
functions assessments, fieldwork, reports, regulatory
permitting, proposals, and assisting project client in
performing their duties. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a
relevant natural science--supplemental wetlands delineation
training a plus; Three or more years of experience in field
work with an understanding of current wetland and critical
area regulations; Excellent oral and written communication
skills, the ability to interact effectively with a variety of staff;
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software applications;
Proficiency with Trimble GPS equipment is preferred, as is
experience using GPS data in GIS or CAD; Team-oriented,
yet a self starter; Wetland banking experience is a plus
DEA offers excellent compensation and benefits, including
100% company-paid health benefits for employees and their
families. Visit www.deainc.com. Send resume attn: Isabel
Stearns, David Evans and Associates, Inc., 2100 SW River
Parkway, Portland, OR 97201 or e-mail to istearns@deainc.
com. Close Date: Until Filled.
Wildlife Technician - Provide technical support on the
University of Alaska Southeast/ U.S. Forest Service,
Tongass Old Growth Reserve Connectivity Study, focusing
on Northern Flying Squirrels. Duties include, but not limited
to: small mammal trapping, animal processing, day and
night-based telemetry, den-site habitat surveys, data
recording and entry. Additional logistical support will also
be needed to maintain equipment, field camp, and supplies.
Everything will be in cooperation with project heads, a
crew leader, and other members of the crew as needs
arise. Individuals will be expected to cope with physically
challenging terrain, inclement weather, and long work days in
a remote environment. Preference will be given to individuals
who have experience working and living in remote areas,
experience with live-trapping and handling small mammals,
and experience with radio-telemetry. Employment period is
from March 15- April 15. $700 travel allowance, food and
housing. To apply, please email a letter briefly describing
your interests and experience and a resume including three
references. Colin Shanley, Research Assistant, University
of Alaska Southeast, at shanleycolin@yahoo.com. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Research Technicians - Ducks Unlimited’s Great
Plains Regional Office seeks highly motivated research
technicians to participate in an ongoing study of waterfowl
and shorebird populations. This research is designed to
investigate relationships between population dynamics
of ducks and shorebirds in North and South Dakota and
landscape-scale habitat and climatic factors. Positions will
last for approximately 3 months beginning in mid-April.
Responsibilities will include waterfowl and shorebird nest
searching using ATVs, monitoring of duck and shorebird
nests, decoy trapping and nest trapping ducks, marking
of female ducks and ducklings, re-sighting marked ducks,
and trapping small mammals. Technicians can expect long
(~10- to 12-hour) days of highly demanding fieldwork under
challenging environmental conditions. Therefore, only
enthusiastic, dedicated individuals should apply. A strong
interest in avian ecology, a desire to spend long days in
the field, and a drive to get the job done well—despite
adversity—is required. Experience nest searching; identifying
waterfowl and shorebirds on the wing; trapping, marking,
and handling waterfowl; and trapping small mammals is
preferred. Preferred applicants will also have experience
with field data collection using handheld computers and
GPS systems and possess good leadership, organizational
and communication skills. Successful applicants will be
expected to work effectively alone and as part of a team.
Salary is $1800/month for technicians and $2000/month
for crew leaders. Housing is provided. A minimum of fifteen
positions will be filled including three crew leader positions.
Electronic submissions are encouraged. Send letter of
interest (must include date available to start work), resume,
and phone numbers of three references to: Johann Walker,
Ducks Unlimited, Inc., 2525 River Road, Bismarck, ND
58503. Phone (701) 355-3597. Fax (701) 355-3547. Email:
jwalker@ducks.org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Research Opportunity - The UCA Miraflor is a resident/
producer’s cooperative in charge of the management of
a small national reserve, Reserva Miraflor, in northern
Nicaragua. This cooperative runs a small ecotourism
operation, based in part around bird watching, especially
the Respendent Quetzal. The UCA Miraflor is seeking a
researcher to undertake a project studying the effect of
tourism on the local quetzal population, in response to
growing concern among residents that the population may be
in decline. The UCA Miraflor cannot provide funding, but can
offer logistical assistants, free service of local guides, and
reduced housing costs for anyone interested in this project.
This cooperative is very dedicated to providing benefits to
local communities through low impact tourism. If interested,
please contact Francisco Munoz, director of UCA Miraflor
(EM: miraflor@ibw.com.ni), with the subject line “Munoz
Proyecto Quetzales.” Close Date: Until Filled.
Aviculture Interns - Needed for the Hawaii Endangered Bird
Conservation Program at the Keauhou Bird Conservation
Center (KBCC) on the Big Island of Hawaii and the Maui Bird
Conservation Center (MBCC) on the island of Maui. Daily
tasks include husbandry duties such as: diet preparation,
aviary and facility maintenance, behavioral observations of
breeding birds, grounds keeping, predator control. Applicant
must be able to live with several roommates in a remote
area and should show enthusiasm for work with captive
endangered Hawaiian birds. Applicant must have a valid
driver’s license and health insurance. Internships last for
a 3-6 month period. Interns receive $20/day stipend plus
housing. For more information on internships at KBCC,
please send a resume, cover letter and the names and
contacts of three references to: Tracey Goltz, P.O. Box 39
Volcano, HI 96785 or fax (FX: 808-985-7034). Close Date:
Until Filled.
Watch Position - The New Jersey Audubon Society’s
Sandy Hook Bird Observatory is looking for an experienced
hawkwatcher/birder for a two-month position counting diurnal
migratory birds (primarily loons, cormorants, herons, egrets,
ibis, raptors, and passerines) at Sandy Hook, NJ from 15
Mar through 15 May 2006. Expect a eight-hour workday
with six days on, one day off. Housing is provided at Sandy
Hook by the National Park Service. Applicants should have
a thorough knowledge of field identification of most eastern
birds, excellent interpretive skills, and a willingness to
interact with birders and the general public. Expect windy
and often cold conditions. Count totals vary from 3,000 to
5,000 hawks per season, plus thousands of other migrants.
$2000 plus housing. Please respond to Scott Barnes, c/o
NJ Audubon-Sandy Hook Bird Observatory, P.O. Box 553,
Sandy Hook, NJ 07732 (EM: scott.barnes@njaudubon.org,
URL: http://www.njaudubon.org, PH: 732-872-2500). Close
Date: Until Filled.
Field Biologists (28) - The Nature Conservancy, in
cooperation with the Department of Defense, is conducting
a long-term monitoring project on the federally endangered
golden-cheeked warbler. The study takes place at Fort
Hood, an 87,890-ha military post. Seasonal Field Biologists
gather data used to assess population trends and to
examine possible causes of those trends. Primary duties
for 11 seasonal field biologists include resighting colorbanded Golden-cheeked Warblers, target mist-netting them
using playback of recorded vocalizations, banding them
and determining their age and sex, territory delineation,
nest searching and monitoring, searching for fledglings,
completing data sheets, and maintaining a field journal,
work vehicle, and other field equipment. Primary duties for
the other 2 seasonal field biologists will include conducting
point count surveys, completing data sheets, and maintaining
a field journal, work vehicle, and other field equipment, but
also they will participate in the field work described above as
time allows. Seasonal field biologists must provide their own
housing and transportation to work. Positions available 27
Feb - 16 Jun 2006. Location: Killeen, Texas. Salary: $869.23/
biweekly (housing not provided). Applicants should review
complete Job Description at http://nature.org/careers. Total
available positions contingent upon fund availability. Contact
in writing with a cover letter or email tncfthood@hotmail.com,
resume and telephone numbers and/or email addresses of
three references: The Nature Conservancy, P.O. Box 5190,
Fort Hood, TX 76544-0190. Close Date: Until Filled.
Field Technician - Individual needed for a study of the
Florida Grasshopper sparrow at Kissimmee Prairie Preserve
State Park in south-central Florida. The goal of this study
is to determine if song patterns change with mating and
nesting status. The results of this study could have important
implications on future assessments of habitat quality and
management effects for this highly endangered species.
Field-work will include setup and maintenance of sound
recording systems, mist-netting, territory mapping, nest
searching, and behavioral observations. The successful
applicant needs to be independent and self-motivated
enough to ensure high data quality even during the absence
of a supervisor. At the same time, (s)he needs to be able to
cooperate well with other researchers studying this species
in the park, and has to be able to work productively in hot
and humid environments, and in the presence of stinging and
biting animals ranging from mosquitoes to alligators. A deep
commitment to the preservation of grassland birds and their
habitat is highly desirable. Housing might not be available,
but a campground with showers and washing machine is
within walking distance to the study site. Field-work will last
about 3 months between 31 Mar to 30 Jun 2006. Payment
will depend on the qualification of the applicant. Please send
a letter of interest and a resume, including the names and
February 2006
Getting a Solar Dream Job
participation.
Training and education are straightforward ways to
develop skills and explore a career with low risk. They
are also a great way to start building your network
of professional colleagues, beginning with the class
leader and the other students. These connections
can be lifelong relationships. Both the
training itself and your connections to
the others in the class will lead to other
opportunities if you keep your eyes and
ears open.
One of the best places I know for getting
training is Solar Energy International
(see sidebar, “Getting Started”). SEI
offers a number of intense, indepth,
sometimes multiweek hands-on and
classroom courses at several U.S.
locations. Most of their instructors are
industry leaders who offer a terrific,
practical education.
(from page 5)
I got my first solar job offer (unsolicited!). Not only
have these volunteer opportunities helped me to meet
potential employers, but I’ve also learned a great deal
in attempting to answer questions from the general
public during outreach and similar events.
Sometimes a volunteer role can have especially
good results. One year,
our chapter decided to
sell advertising in our
guidebook for our tour
as part of the ASES
National Solar Tour. I took
responsibility for selling
most of the advertisements.
As a result, I had a great
excuse to speak with key
personnel at all of the local
and some of the national
solar companies. In the
process, we got to know
each other a little bit.
Finding a “Green” Job Online
Environmental Career Center:
www.environmentalcareer.com
Idealist.org: www.idealist.org
Environmental Career Opportunities:
www.ecojobs.com
Environmental Careers Organization:
www.eco.org
Green Dream Jobs:
www.sustainablebusiness.com/jobs
Green Jobs: www.greenjobs.com
Federal Government Jobs: www.usajobs.opm.
gov
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www.renewableenergyaccess.com/rea/jobs/
home
College is also appropriate for work as an engineer.
I run into many engineers interested in switching to
solar work. You may have noticed in the introduction
that I mentioned an industry need for mechanical
engineers. Most solar installations require relatively
little engineering (most has been done at the factory or
in the National Electric Code).
The engineering that remains usually is specifically
related to the mechanical attachment of the solar
panels to the building or ground. More jobs for
mechanical and electrical engineers are available
in R&D of new products such as solar modules, inverters
and mounting hardware.
Those seeking introductory-level courses can choose Another opportunity came along when our chapter
from quite a few short courses offered at various decided to publish a solar resource guide. I volunteered
locations nationwide and at most renewable energy to write the article on solar finance and payback, which
festivals and events. Some of the bigger venues include has led to many follow-on opportunities. In fact, any
the American Solar Energy Society (ASES) annual chance you get to write an article for publication is an
conference, Solar Living Institute, Midwest Renewable opportunity for you to put your name out there. The
Energy Association and its annual fair, and the North bottom line of getting hired: Hiring managers need
to know you exist. Sharing any
Carolina Solar Center. There
knowledge you can with others
are many more; see the
Getting Started
can help them, and they may
sidebar, “Getting Started” for
remember you for it.
a sampling.
Take a Hands-on Class:
Solar Energy International: www.
Along with building your skills and getting training,
Another source of substantial
Making the Leap
solarenergy.org
I would encourage you to earn any certifications that
education can be found in
Solar Living Institute: www.solarliving.org
might apply to your field of interest. In particular, if
industry-related
books,
This process of becoming known
Midwest Renewable Energy Association:
you’re interested in solar electric installation, consider
periodicals and online sources.
for your expertise involves skills
www.the-mrea.org
earning Photovoltaic Installer Certification from the
Two of the most important
building and networking — two
North Carolina Solar Center: www.ncsc.
North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners
periodicals are SOLAR TODAY
efforts that can be achieved
ncsu.edu
(details at www.nabcep.org). Applicants must possess a
and Home Power. Both provide
through active participation in
certain level of experience or combination of experience
good links to educational and
the industry. The more you can
Read Solar News and Info:
and training, but some of this experience may be
volunteer opportunities.
build your skills and network,
SOLAR TODAY magazine: www.
earned through volunteer projects. For those already
the more experience you’ll
solartoday.org
having experience in the PV installation, certification
Volunteering is an excellent
acquire, both to offer a potential
Home Power magazine: www.
may help you move to a job you like better.
way to improve your skills
employer and to judge your
homepower.com
and expand your industry
potential for this line of work.
Renewable Energy Access:
Once you have acquired some experience and skills,
network.
Among
many
RenewableEnergyAccess.com
it’s time to put together a professional resume and
such
opportunities,
San
In the daylong class I teach on
SolarBuzz: SolarBuzz.com
have it critiqued by someone with business experience.
Francisco-based
GRID
finding your dream job in solar,
If possible, choose someone in the area of the solar
Alternatives is a nonprofit
I encourage participants to
Get Involved:
business in which you’d like to work.
organization dedicated to
develop a skill that’s valuable
American Solar Energy Society and its
bringing renewable energy to
to the industry. It could be in
nationwide chapters:
Look for opportunities in the solar industry through
communities in need. Recent
marketing, sales, installation,
www.ases.org
online job sites, solar training organizations and
projects include installing
legal, finance, or some other
Home Power events listing:
publications, and professional organizations like your
solar electric systems at
area of need. The solar industry
www.homepower.com/events/fairs.cfm
local ASES chapter (see sidebar, “Finding a ‘Green’
Habitat for Humanity homes
is a business like any other,
Grid Alternatives: www.gridalternatives.
Job Online”). Let those in your network know what
in California.
with the usual business needs
org
opportunity you’re seeking. Above all, be patient and
for personnel. Chances are you
For a more complete list, visit www.
persistent. It just might lead you to your dream job. ●
Another way of getting to
can use the skills you already
ongrid.net/
know industry players is by
have, and with some additional
dreamjobresources.html.
volunteering at the ASES
training apply them in the solar Andy Black is the owner of OnGrid Solar, specializing in solar financial analysis and
purchasers’ consultations. He serves on the boards of the American Solar Energy
annual
conference
each
industry.
Society (ASES) and NorCal Solar, an ASES chapter. Black also teaches “How to Find
summer. Volunteers get to
Your Dream Job In Solar” for the Solar Living Institute. Contact him at 408.428.0808
attend for free, while getting to know the ASES staff, Those just starting their careers might also consider or access www.ongrid.net.
members and other industry leaders.
electrician’s vocational training for installation basics
This article is republished courtesy of SOLAR TODAY, the award-winning magazine
and wiring, or attending electronics technical school to published by the American Solar Energy Society and dedicated to energy efficiency
Similarly, ASES chapters (located in 35 states plus the gain a broader sense for servicing and repairing system and renewable energy technologies. www.solartoday.org.
District of Columbia) gather local solar professionals electronics. For a career in areas such as marketing, Image Credits: Solar Energy International, www.solarenergy.org; Appropriate
and advocates. They sponsor various events such as the finance or sales, college-level training would be helpful. echnology Program at Appalachian State University; BP Solar
annual ASES National Solar Tour, which takes place
in locations nationwide each fall. Getting to know your
“I’d put my money on the sun and solar energy. What a source of power!
chapter leaders and tour organizers is a good way to
I hope we don’t have to wait ‘til oil and coal run out before we tackle
become involved in the local solar community. In fact,
becoming involved with my local ASES chapter is how
that.” - Thomas Edison
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Biology & Ecology
e-mail addresses of three references to: Maiken Winter,
Cornell Lab of Ornithology, 159 Sapsucker Wood Rd., Ithaca,
NY 14850, or (preferred) by e-mail (EM: mw267@cornell.
edu). Close Date: Until Filled.
Field Assistants – We are seeking field assistants to work
on research on movement of Darwin’s finches in Santa Cruz,
Galapagos, Ecuador. Project will be running from Apr through
Aug and a commitment of one month minimum is required.
Prior experience in the field and experience handling birds
necessary. Volunteers must be able to walk for several hours
on difficult terrain carrying equipment and enough water
for the day or for camping. We will work six days a weeks
from 5 am until noon or later. Some knowledge of Spanish
would be helpful. Volunteers will need to be able to cover
their own travel expenses to and from the islands, room and
board, and park fees. For more information e-mail questions
to (EM: angabela@bio.umass.edu). To apply please send
a cover letter, resume, and names and addresses of three
references. Close Date: Until Filled.
Radar Ornithologist - Supports avian remote-sensing and
monitoring studies. Primarily a research position working
with endangered species as well as other wildlife. Field work
will use primarily marine-band radar to conduct local avian
surveys. Will ensure proper protocols are employed during
studies, and ensure proper radar system operations during
studies. Will perform visual observations and nocturnal
(ceiliometry or thermal) observations of airborne targets,
including songbirds, bats, raptors, waterfowl, and insects.
Will also use and interpret Nexrad radar for large-area
remote sensing of avian activity. Will perform biological/
environmental statistics analysis and write reports to support
GMI projects. Significant travel required. Requires an M.S.
in Ornithology, Environmental Science or Biology, and
demonstrated work experience using radars for remotesensing of birds. Required skills include recognition of
birds and adequate knowledge of wildlife management
principles, NEXRAD radar data formats, land use effects
and meteorological data that affect avian activity. Required
software skills include GIS tools (ESRI/ArcView products or
Idrisi32), statistical analysis programming (SAS preferred),
Microsoft Office and the Windows NT/2000/XP environment.
Experience with thermal imaging and/or acoustic monitoring
of airborne activity desired. We are currently accepting
applications only from US Citizens or persons authorized to
work in the United States. To apply, please visit our website:
http://www.geo-marine.com/careers. Submit resumes to:
steve.silva@comcast.net. Close Date: Until Filled.
Bird Banding Supervisor - Volunteer needed to train
in-country staff and establish a mist-netting program in
Honduras, 15 Jan to 15 Mar 2006. Duties will consist of
assisting in the development of a mist-netting program in
lowland rain forests in Pico Bonito National Park, situated
near the Caribbean coast of Honduras. Your job will be to
select net sites and impart a high level of competence in net
deployment, bird extraction, and banding skills to Honduran
biologists and park guards. You will be assisting a doctoral
student from the Louisiana State University Museum of
Natural Science in a study of canopy birds, and will have
the opportunity to participate in canopy netting and canopybased observation as well as recording bird vocalizations
in one of the most rugged and highly esteemed parks in
Honduras. Candidate must pay airfare to Honduras; food
and travel in Honduras will be paid by the investigator. Skills
required: high level of expertise in bird banding protocol,
use of the Pyle guide, net maintenance and repair, ability
to train others in these skills, demonstrated enthusiasm for
working in rugged field conditions, basic Spanish. Desired
skills include: technical climbing, familiarity with (Central
American) tropical avifauna, awesome people skills. Send
resume and cover letter with three references to DAVID
ANDERSON (EM: dande21@lsu.edu). Close Date: Until
Filled.
Outdoor Aviculturalist - The Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary
is currently seeking an energetic person to fill an immediate
full-time position. This job includes daily care of over 500
avian residents in a fast paced environment. Wildlife/Biology
degree or avian experience required. Must be able to handle
hot, dirty outdoor conditions and lift 50 lbs. Must be willing
to work weekends and holidays. Excellent communication
skills required. Duties include: food prep., feeding,
behavioral observations, volunteer relations, positive public
interaction, and general/ground maintenance. Salary is
comparable to that of a non-profit organization starting at
$290.00 per week. Full benefits package including health,
dental, and life offered after 1 year. A working interview
of 1 day is required before hire. Please send cover letter,
resume, and 3 references to Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary
18328 Gulf Blvd., Indian Shores, FL 33785 (FX: 727-3992923. EM: sssoffice@webcoast.com URL: http://www.
seabirdsanctuary.org). Close Date: Until Filled.
Avian Care Specialist - The Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary
is currently seeking a dedicated energetic person to fill
an immediate full-time position in our fast-paced wild bird
hospital. The Sanctuary is a non-profit facility that is open
365 days a year. To provide this service, staff works a rotating
schedule that includes day and evening shifts, weekends,
and holidays. Responsibilities include, but not limited to,
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admission, triage, daily medical care and maintenance of
avian patients. Excellent behavioral observation, volunteer
relation, and public interaction skills a must. Position requires
extended periods of standing and lifting of up to 50 lbs.
Wildlife/Biology/Vet Tech degree or avian rehabilitation
experience required. Salary is comparable to that of a
low-income non-profit organization but does include fullpaid health, dental, and life insurance. A working interview
of 1 day is required before hire. Please send cover letter,
resume, and 3 references to Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary
18328 Gulf Blvd., Indian Shores, FL 33785 (FX: 727-3992923. EM: sssoffice@webcoast.com URL: http://www.
seabirdsanctuary.org). Close Date: Until Filled.
Sage Grouse Field Assistants – Individuals needed for
study in Eastern Nevada. We are studying the effects of a
new transmission line installed in Sage Grouse habitat. All
positions start mid Feb with variable end times ranging from
30 Apr to 31 Jul. We will be night trapping Sage Grouse, radiocollaring & tracking hens, and conducting lek observations
& raptor surveys throughout the breeding season. We will
also be monitoring nests, gathering vegetation data, brood
trapping, and conducting brood surveys during the later
part of the season. Successful applicants must be selfmotivated, able to work independently and in teams, and
be willing to work long hours under diverse field conditions.
Experience with bird handling, banding, & identification, plant
identification, ATVs, and driving in back country conditions
a plus. $374 per week with food and field camp provided.
Send resume and contact information (name, title, phone
number, & email) for three references to Michael Atamian at
the University of Nevada, Reno (EM: matamian@unr.edu)
or 1000 Valley Rd MS 186, Reno, Nevada 89512. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Seasonal Field Biologists - (up to 7) needed, 1 Mar
through Jul, to assist with the fourth year of the avian
monitoring component of the Leon River Restoration
Project (LRRP) in central Texas. Our goal is to contribute
to wildlife conservation through public-private partnerships.
This project focuses on monitoring songbirds, including
the federally endangered black- capped vireo and goldencheeked warbler, and their response to habitat management.
Work will be conducted almost exclusively on private
lands where the primary land use is cattle grazing and
management for wildlife. Seasonal field biologists will be
expected to work 5 to 6 days per week, averaging 40 hours
per week. Duties: conducting point count surveys for all
avian species, nest searching, vegetation sampling, data
entry. Qualifications: experience in wildlife biology or closely
related field; ability to accurately collect and process field
data with strong attention to detail; begin work very early in
the morning, 0500; maintain a positive attitude in adverse
environmental conditions such as fire ants, chiggers,
rattlesnakes, normal daily temperatures of over 90°F, intense
sun, navigating through thick and thorny brush; ability to
operate 4X4 trucks and ATV; patience and focus needed to
quietly observe and follow nesting birds for hours at a time;
good eyesight and hearing ability; must be comfortable
working on private ranches and interacting with landowners;
must supply your own binoculars. Preference will be given
to applicants with experience identifying birds by sight and
sound, experience nest searching, familiarity identifying
plants, experience navigating using handheld GPS unit,
use of Microsoft Access, Excel, ArcView, B.S. or B.A. in
wildlife biology or closely related field. PAY is $10/hour.
Housing is provided in Gatesville, TX. Positions will be filled
as suitable applicants are identified. Please write “LRRP
Application” in the subject line of your email and include
your last name in the file attachment. To apply: submit cover
letter, resume (include GPA), and contacts for 3 references
(preferably email address) to: Andrew Campomizzi, (EM:
acampomizzi@neo.tamu.edu). If you can not submit an
application by email, please mail it to: Research Assistant,
215 Old Heep Building, 2258 TAMU, College Station, TX
77843-2258. Close Date: Until Filled.
Spring Field Assistant – Individual needed for a study of
California towhee social behavior and communication in
Carmel Valley California. Assistant will work with a graduate
student studying the evolution of vocal signals. Duties
will include monitoring a color-banded population, nest
searching, capturing and handling birds in the field, territory
mapping, GIS work, audio field recording and assistance
with experimental manipulations. Applicants should have
experience in field biology, preferably with birds. Experience
monitoring color-banded populations is a plus. Experience
or special interest in recording animal vocalizations is also a
plus. Applicants should be able to work independently in the
field for long hours, including early mornings. Research will
be conducted 6 days a week at the Hastings Natural History
Reservation, run by the Museum of Vertebrate Zoology at
UC Berkeley. The position includes on-site housing and
a $600 monthly stipend. Dates are 1 Mar - 31 May 2006.
Interested parties please send a resume and 3 references
(name, phone number and email) to Lauryn Benedict
via email (EM: LB43@berkeley.edu). Applications will be
reviewed as they arrive. Early submission is appreciated.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Field Assistants – Seven needed from 20 Apr through
20 Jul to assist PhD student with a study of songbird vital
rates in relation to fire history in mountain big sagebrush
communities. Assistants will be housed onsite on the
Sheldon National Antelope Refuge (Nevada) in rustic and
remote accommodations (no internet, limited electricity, 60+
miles from town). Duties will revolve around locating and
monitoring songbird nests and sampling vegetation. Some
time will also be spent assisting with small mammal trapping,
mist-netting and color banding of songbirds, snake surveys,
and the deployment and maintenance of remote micro
video recording systems. Applicants should have previous
experience with one or more of the following in descending
order of importance: nest searching and monitoring, remote
field camp living, sagebrush ecosystems, and banding birds.
Applicants should be in good physical condition and able to
hike several miles per day over rough terrain while carrying
a heavy pack (some days up to 40 lbs). Salary is $1,600 per
month with 3 month temporary appointment through Oregon
State University. To apply please email Aaron Holmes (EM:
aholmes@prbo.org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Field Assistants - Nesting ecology and habitat use of
American Dippers in Junau, Southeast Alaska, 1 May
- 20 Jul, 2006. Position requires rigorous stream-walking
and hill-scrambling, some extended hiking, ability to read
colored leg bands, experience with mist-netting and banding
of birds, ability to work both independently and in a team,
and careful recording of data. Study also involves sampling
macroinvertebrates and fish in streams. $2000/mo (plus
$300/mo living allowance). Send resume with names and
contact information (including email addresses) of at least 3
references who know your work, to Dr. Mary F. Willson, (EM:
mwillson@gci.net). Applications will be processed beginning
in Dec 2005. Close Date: Until Filled.
Bird Positions – We are seeking to fill the following spring
2006 positions: Waterbird Counter (15 Apr - 7 Jun) - must
be proficient at identifying flying loons, grebes, ducks,
gulls, terns and shorebirds at a distance. Hawk Counter
(15 Mar - 7 Jun) - must be proficient at identifying hawks,
eagles and falcons at a distance. Pay is $1000/month.
Housing is provided. Please send cover letter, resume and
list of 3 references to: Richard Keith, 5750 East S. Ave.,
Vicksburg, MI49097 (EM: warblerrke AT iserv.net). Close
Date: Until Filled.
Housing will not be provided but reasonably priced on-site
Forest Service housing is a possibility. The work schedule
will be 6 days on 1 day off. These positions will start in mid
Apr and end in mid-Jul. Interested applicants should send a
resume, cover letter (including available dates), and a list of
3 references (phone/ e-mail address) to Amanda Rodewald,
(EM: rodewald.1@osu.edu) at the Ohio State University,
School of Natural Resources, 210 Kottman Hall, 2021 Coffey
Rd., Columbus, OH 43210. E-mail applications are preferred.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Experienced Hawk Watchers – Needed spring 2006
- northcentral Pennsylvania Experienced hawkwatcher
wanted to conduct migration monitoring in Lycoming County,
Pennsylvania (north of Williamsport). The focus will be on
the early spring migration of golden eagles. Pay is $10/hr +
lodging provided. Applicants must watch full-time from late
Feb through mid-Apr 2006, and must have transportation.
Submit resume with three references to Dr. David Brandes,
(EM: brandesd@lafayette.edu). Close Date: Until Filled.
Field Assistants – Individuals (up to 10) needed for ongoing
population studies of the endangered Least Bell’s Vireo,
Southwestern Willow Flycatcher, and other riparian birds
in San Diego County, California. Duties include surveying
coastal riparian habitat for vireos and flycatchers, nest
monitoring, resighting color banded birds, and vegetation
sampling. Additional duties (approximately 20% time) include
capturing and banding riparian birds at two MAPS stations.
Employment dates for the Least Bell’s Vireo projects are
20 Mar - mid-Aug 2006, and for the Southwestern Willow
Flycatcher project are 8 May - mid-Aug 2006. Applicants
must be U.S. citizens, and must be reliable, in good physical
condition, able to work independently in sometimes remote
locations, and able to maintain a positive attitude under
beautiful but sometimes challenging field conditions that
can include dense vegetation, poison oak, rattlesnakes,
and biting insects. Applicants must also possess a valid
driver’s license, be able to operate 4WD vehicles, and be
willing occasionally to use their personal vehicle for travel
to field sites when necessary if government vehicles are
temporarily unavailable (mileage reimbursed at $0.485/
mile). Preference will be given to applicants holding current
endangered species permits authorizing surveying and nestmonitoring of Least Bell’s Vireo and/or Southwestern Willow
Flycatcher, or with field experience with these or similar
species. Experience handling and banding passerines is
also preferred. Housing is available at the San Diego State
University Santa Margarita Ecological Reserve ($8/day;
no pets). Salary ranges from $15-$17/hour depending
on experience. Please submit a cover letter describing
interest and qualifications, a CV or resume, your specific
dates of availability, and the names and contact information
(including email) of at least two references. Mail/fax/email
applications to Barbara Kus, USGS Western Ecological
Research Center, San Diego Field Station, 4165 Spruance
Road, Suite 200, San Diego, CA 92101 (PH: 619-225-6421,
FX: 619-225-6436, EM: barbara_kus@usgs.gov). Close
Date: Until Filled.
Experienced Hawkwatcher - Experienced hawkwatcher
wanted for full-time spring count (25 Feb - 30 Apr) at Tussey
Mountain, near State College, PA. Expect to endure some
harsh weather conditions early in the season; however,
high golden eagle counts will be your reward. Duties
include identification of hawks and eagles in flight, hourly
data recording, and posting of results to HawkCount. See
http://www.users.fast.net/~aquilac/tussey/ for detailed site
information. Salary dependent on experience, but will be
in the $1000 - $1200/month range. Housing to be provided
a short distance from the count site. A brief final report is
required at the end of the season. Email letter, resume, and
three references to Dan Ombalski, (EM: ombalski@juno.
com). Close Date: Until Filled.
Project Supervisor & Field Assistant - Needed from 1
Apr through 9 Jun to conduct point count surveys on the
Hanford Reach National Monument in eastern Washington.
The project, in its 3rd year, is a collaborative effort between
PRBO Conservation Science and the United States Fish
and Wildlife Service. Survey locations are throughout the
North Slope portion of the refuge in shrubsteppe habitats
ranging from exotic grassland to native grassland with and
without sagebrush. In addition to conducting point counts,
both positions include vegetation sampling and data entry.
Housing is provided adjacent to the refuge. Salary is $19502050 per month (assistant) and $2100-2200 per month
(supervisor). At least one season’s experience conducting
point count surveys is required for either position. To
apply please send a letter of interest, resume, and contact
information for 3 references to: Aaron Holmes, PRBO
Conservation Science, Terrestrial Ecology Division (EM:
aholmes@prbo.org). Close Date: Until Filled.
Avian Technicians - Cerulean Warblers (3-4): Needed for
a study on the breeding ecology of Cerulean Warblers in
the beautiful Appalachian foothills of Southeast Ohio (near
Athens). We will be examining nesting success, density, and
site fidelity. Duties will include: nest searching, spot mapping,
point counts, target banding, resighting, and vegetation
sampling. Preference will be given to those with proven skills
in several of these activities. Pay rate will be ~$1400/mo.
Monitoring Positions - Many Field Biologist Interns are
needed in 2006 to operate constant effort mistnetting and
banding (MAPS) stations throughout the continental U.S.
Join this continent-wide, cutting edge effort to determine the
vital rates that cause changes in North American landbird
populations. Positions are available in the Northwest region
(Oregon, and Washington), California, the Western Midwest/
Texas region (Missouri and Texas), and the Eastern Midwest/
East region (Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, West Virginia, and
North Carolina). Interns are accepted into a given region and,
after training, are assigned to a specific location. Internships
are from 1 May (23 Apr for Midwest/TX) through 8 Aug.
Enthusiastic individuals with previous birding and/or field
research experience are preferred. Prior banding experience
is not necessary as all internships include an intensive, two
week training course in mistnetting, banding, and aging and
sexing small landbirds. Flexibility, good physical condition,
a tolerance of long days that begin before dawn and the
ability to endure sometimes difficult field conditions are
required. Applicants willing to use their vehicles in the field
are especially needed. Shared housing and a stipend of $20 $25/day (depending on location and experience) for food and
other out-of-pocket expenses, amounting to $1680 - $2250
for the season, are provided. Interns are expected to work a
minimum of 6 of every 10 days, sometimes more depending
on weather. For more information and application materials
please visit our website (URL: http://www.birdpop.org) or
February 2006
Biology & Ecology
contact Kelly Gordon, The Institute for Bird Populations,
PO Box 1346, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956. (FX 415663-9482, PH 415-663-1436, EM: kgordon@birdpop.org).
Close Date: Until Filled.
Avian Technicians (5-6) - Needed for a study on the
breeding and post-fledging ecology of mature-forest birds in
the beautiful Appalachian foothills of Southeast Ohio (near
Athens). We will be examining nesting success, density, and
post-fledging movements and survival. An emphasis will be
placed on Cerulean Warblers, Worm-eating Warblers, and
Ovenbirds. Duties will include: nest searching, spot mapping,
point counts, target banding, resighting, radio telemetry,
and vegetation sampling. Preference will be given to those
with proven skills in several of these activities. Pay rate
will be $1300-1400/mo and housing will be provided. The
work schedule will be 6 days on 1 day off. These positions
will start in mid Apr and end in early to mid Aug. Interested
applicants should send a resume, cover letter (including
available dates), and a list of 3 references (phone/ e-mail
address) to Amanda Rodewald, (EM: rodewald.1@osu.edu)
at the Ohio State University, School of Natural Resources,
210 Kottman Hall, 2021 Coffey Rd., Columbus, OH 43210.
E-mail applications are preferred. Close Date: Until Filled.
Field Research Assistants (3) - Needed from approximately
15 May to 31 Jul 2006 for a long-term study (the Critical
Trends Assessment Program or CTAP) which monitors the
condition of forests, wetlands, grasslands, and streams over
time throughout the state of Illinois, through the use of plants,
insects and birds as indicators of habitat condition. Duties
and prerequisites for this position include: 1) independently
conducting avian point-count censuses in forests, wetlands,
and grasslands on both public and private properties
throughout Illinois; 2) the use of GPS (Global Positioning
System) hardware and GIS software to locate study areas
and download site information; 3) orienteering skills and
4) assisting in office work, data entry and preparation for
fieldwork. The MOST IMPORTANT QUALIFICATION that
the successful candidate must possess is the ability to
identify all species of bird that occur or are likely to occur
in Illinois, by both sight and sound (song and calls), so
previous experience censusing mid-western bird species
is preferred, if not essential. Excellent hearing is required.
The applicant must also be willing and able to work outside
under a variety of field and environmental conditions and
travel regularly for 3-4 days at a time throughout Illinois with
overnight stays. Salary: $10/hr. and approximately 40 hours
per week. Some overtime work may be necessary and a
valid automobile driver’s license is required. Housing is not
provided but the field assistant will be reimbursed for costs
of motel visits incurred while in the process of completing
censuses. A vehicle may be provided or reimbursement
provided on a per mile basis for the use of the applicants
personal vehicle. Please send a cover letter, resume
and contact information (e-mail and phone numbers) for
three references to: Steven Bailey, 607 E. Peabody Dr.,
Champaign, IL 61820 (EM: sdbailey@mail.inhs.uiuc.edu ,
PH: 217/244-2174). More information can be found on the
CTAP at http://ctap.inhs.uiuc.edu/ and http://www.inhs.uiuc.
edu/. Close Date: Until Filled.
Seasonal Wildlife Technician - Mendocino Redwood
Company, LLC., located in Ukiah, California is a leading
provider of sustainable forest products. We are looking for
Seasonal Wildlife Technicians to join our growing team.
Five--six to nine month seasonal positions (40 + hours per
week) having an anticipated start date of 13 Feb. These
are seasonal positions to survey and monitor threatened,
endangered, and sensitive species associated with timber
harvest plans (THPs), collect baseline biological data for
species to be included in a future Habitat Conservation
Plan (HCP), and conduct surveys for non-Threatened
Endangered Sensitive (TES) species across MRC’s property.
Essential Duties include, but are not limited to the following.
Other duties may be assigned. *Northern Spotted Owl (NSO)
surveys and monitoring; *Northern Spotted Owl (NSO)
habitat measurements; *Diurnal surveys for Threatened
Endangered Sensitive (TES) species (e.g., Marbled Murrelet,
Red Tree Vole, Point Arena Mountain Beaver); *General
biodiversity surveys for songbirds, herpetofauna, small
mammals and mesocarnivores *Database, office and field
preparations; *Ability to care for and maintain rodent colony,
feed live mice to NSOs to assess reproductive status; *Ability
to work alone at night in remote areas (i.e. conducting night
surveys on foot) and during inclement weather; Must carry a
valid California Driver’s License and be eligible to operate a
company vehicle off-road under company policy guidelines.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from four-year
College or university in Wildlife Biology or Forest Science,
or related field; or six months to one year related experience
and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and
experience, including familiarity with safe capturing and
handling of small mammals; familiarity with concepts in forest
ecology, sampling theory, avian point-count methodologies,
and wildlife management. Interested applicants please
submit a cover letter and resume to: recruiter@mendoco.
com. To learn more about the organization, please visit
our website (URL: http://www.mrc.com ). Close Date: Until
Filled.
Field Assistants - (nest searchers) are needed from early
Apr through Jul to assist with PRBO Conservation Science
study in the Upper Green River Basin in Wyoming. Research
focuses on factors affecting annual reproductive success
and survival of sagebrush obligate songbirds in the context
of natural gas development. Duties revolve around locating
and monitoring nests of Sage Sparrow, Brewer’s Sparrow,
and Sage Thrasher but all positions also involve vegetation
sampling and data entry. Experience with bird identification,
field surveys, mist netting, and/or nest finding is helpful but
not necessarily required. The most important qualifications
are the ability and desire to spend long hours in the field
- sometimes in windy and/or cold conditions, patience,
and capability of working both alone and in small teams.
Applicants willing to use a personal vehicle to commute
to and from the study sites desired (reimbursed at 40.5
cents per mile). A stipend of $1000 per month and housing
in Pinedale, Wyoming is provided. To apply please email
Aaron Holmes, PRBO Conservation Science, Terrestrial
Ecology Division (EM: aholmes@prbo.org) a letter of interest
describing previous experience with field research, specific
dates of availability and whether or not you have a vehicle,
your C.V., and contact information for three references.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Field Assistants - Individuals are needed for a research
project on Gunnison sage-grouse (GUSG) in sagebrush
communities in SW Colorado. The project objectives
are to investigate: 1) GUSG demography by estimating
nest success and survival (juvenile and adult), and 2)
movement patterns by recording radiotelemetry locations.
Job responsibilities will include: capture, radio-mark,
and band GUSG; monitor nests; track movements using
radiotelemetry and GPS equipment; monitor juvenile and
adult survival; and sample vegetation at nest, brood, and
use sites. The applicant must have good computer skills;
experience with radiotelemetry and GPS technology; able to
work in harsh weather conditions; be physically fit and able
to meet the rigorous demands of field work; able to adapt
to a flexible day/night work schedule; live in rural or isolated
locations; and able to operate a 4-WD pickup and ATV. The
applicant must have excellent communication skills (written
and oral); able to accurately collect and record field data; and
be able to work cooperatively with a variety of individuals,
and also capable of working independently with little daily
supervision. Experience with sage-grouse and sagebrush
habitat is required for the Technician. Experienced is
preferred, but not required for Assistants. These are 3-6
month positions. Start dates are either 20 Mar or 1 Apr
2006. Salaries are $11.64/hr (TECH); $10.84/hr (ASSIST).
Housing is not provided. Please send a cover letter, resume
and 3 references (via email is preferred) to Michael Phillips
(Wildlife Research Biologist), Colorado Division of Wildlife,
Wildlife Research Center, 317 W. Prospect Rd., Ft. Collins,
CO 80526 (PH: 970-472-4404, EM: mike.phillips@state.
co.us). Close Date: Until Filled.
Graduate Position - I am looking for a graduate student
to work on a project studying the effects of salt marsh
restoration on saltmarsh sharp-tailed sparrows, beginning
in fall 2006 (potentially starting field work in late May).
Current funding includes a full RA for the first 20 months (3
semesters), and full funding for two field seasons; TA support
would be available thereafter. The funded project is suitable
for an MS thesis, or as the foundation for a PhD; preference
will be given to the latter. Candidates must have prior mistnetting experience, and would benefit from prior experience
with nest-searching, bird identification, and vegetation
sampling. The successful candidate must be able to swim,
be willing to paddle a canoe or kayak, and enjoy long days
of muddy, wet field work in the marsh. Strong quantitative
skills, the ability to manage and analyze large data sets,
and experience managing a small field crew are also very
desirable. If interested, please email me a note describing
your relevant experience and ideas about how you might
develop your thesis research. Please also attach a current
CV and names and contact information for your references.
For more information about the Department of Ecology
and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Connecticut
please visit http://hydrodictyon.eeb.uconn.edu/eebweb/
or contact Chris Elphick, (EM: chris.elphick@uconn.edu).
The University of Connecticut is located in Storrs, recently
named the safest place to live in America by Slate magazine
http://www.slate.com/id/2126321/ (it’s pretty nice too). Close
Date: Until Filled.
Crew Leader - Platte River Whooping Crane Maintenance
Trust near Grand Island, NE. From 15 May until 15 Aug.
Crew leader will aid biologists studying the impacts of
habitat management on the occurrence and density of
avian species. The crew leader will direct a crew of 2
interns in addition to spot mapping and insect sampling.
Crew leader will also be responsible for data entry and
management. Prior mist netting experience required, prior
MAPS experience preferred. Salary $1,200 - 1,600/Month
based on experience. Housing provided. Send 1) Cover
letter explaining job qualifications; 2) a resume; 3) the
names, email address and phone number of 3 references.
to Daniel Kim. Platte River Whooping Crane Maintenance
Trust, Wood River, NE. 68883 (EM: dkim@whoopingcrane.
org, URL: http://www.whoopingcrane.org). Close Date:
Until Filled.
Bander in Charge –Innis Point Bird Observatory is located
on the south side of the Ottawa River about 15 km west
of downtown Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It has been in
operation since 1982, with a Spring Migration Monitoring
Program (SMMP) since 1997. The SMMP, run under a
fixed protocol, consists of a standardized banding program
using mist nets, a standardized one hour census, general
observations of birds, and the determination of Estimated
Daily Totals (EDT). Overall, the program will run for 45
days from 24 Apr to 7 Jun 2006. Except as indicated below,
or otherwise arranged, the BIC will be in charge of the
program during that time period. The total remuneration
will be $3,300 (including legal benefits such as vacation
pay), paid in four instalments during the course of the
program. Payment of the final instalment may be withheld
pending completion of the brief report outlined below. On
the day before the program starts, Sunday, 24 Apr, the BIC
will receive orientation at the Observatory. The BIC will be
responsible for the fieldwork from Sunday to Friday during
the remainder of the period. This will include coordinating
the fieldwork of all volunteers assisting with the program.
Many of the volunteers have no experience of extracting
birds from mist nets. The BIC will train all volunteers, lacking
such experience, in extraction, as well as in banding if the
volunteer so desires. The BIC will demonstrate observatory
activities to occasional groups of visitors. Other special
duties, such as screening the birds captured for ticks, may
be included. The BIC will be responsible for completion of
the EDT sheet and the Daily Log during the days that he/she
is present, and also for computer entry of banding and EDT
data for all days during the entire SMMP period. The BIC
will be asked to provide a brief report on any refinements
to the protocol, or changes to other program practices, it is
thought would improve migration monitoring at Innis Point.
Basic spartan accommodations will be provided on site at no
charge. However, the BIC will be responsible for purchasing
and stocking his/her own food. All equipment and material
required for the banding program will be supplied, except for
binoculars. The BIC must hold or be eligible for a Banding
Permit. Experience of work at other bird observatories
is highly desirable. Interested candidates are invited to
apply, with CV, to Peter Browne (PH: 613-745-1303; EM:
pbrowne@cyberus.ca). Close Date: Until Filled.
Ph.D. Positions - Needed in avian neuroethology at the
University of Auckland, New Zealand--We have two fully
funded PhD positions to study auditory processing of
communication signals in songbirds on a project funded by
the Royal Society of New Zealand, Marsden Fund awarded
to Drs M Fabiana Kubke, J Martin Wild, Mark E Hauber. This
project will commence on 1 Mar 2006. These studies will
require the ability to perform electophysiological, behavioural
and anatomical studies. The PhD program in New Zealand is
a 3 year program, with no course or teaching requirements.
There may be an incentive of up to 6,000 dollars for students
defending their thesis within 4 years of the commencement
date. Interested individuals should have a Masters-level
or equivalent degree in an area related to Neuroscience
or Neuroethology, and should have full command of the
English language. For further inquiries, please contact:
Fabiana Kubke, Department of Anatomy, University of
Auckland, New Zealand.(EM: f.kubke@auckland.ac.nz).
Close Date: Until Filled.
Interns – Individuals are needed from approximately 15
Mar through 15 May and again from 15 May through 15
Jul to study birds in southeastern pine forests. On-going
research projects include studies of the effects of growing
season prescribed fires on Bachman’s sparrows, nesting
ecology of brown-headed nuthatches, and monitoring of
red-cockaded woodpeckers on some of the last remaining
old-growth longleaf pine forests in the southeast (http://www.
ttrs.org/wadetract.html). Studies take place on private
lands along the Georgia/Florida border 30 miles north of
Tallahassee. Duties include: assisting with mist-netting and
banding, assisting with prescribed burning, following banded
individuals to estimate home range, nest searching, point
counts, monitoring breeding behavior, vegetation sampling
and data entry. Interns also are encouraged to develop
specific research questions within the broader research
and monitoring programs described above. Qualifications:
degree (or pursuing degree) in biology, wildlife/conservation
or equivalent, good vision, bird identification skills, and
tolerance of heat and biting insects. Experience using
MS Access, MS Excel, and ArcView a plus. Good sense
of humor, interest in little brown birds, and willingness to
learn also are important. Housing and a stipend of $750/
month are provided. Review of applications will begin 1
Jan and continue until the position(s) are filled. To apply
send (email preferred) a letter of interest, resume, and 3
references to Jim Cox (EM: jim@ttrs.org, 13093 Henry
Beadel Dr., Tallahassee, FL 32312), a letter of interest
describing previous experience with field research and the
specific dates that you are available, your C.V., and contact
information for three references. Close Date: Until Filled.
Water Program Coordinator - Mass Audubon is seeking
a highly motivated, energetic individual to coordinate the
activities of its Coastal Waterbird Program that monitors and
protects piping plover, terns, and other shorebirds across
more than 80 sites in southeastern Massachusetts. Individual
will also contribute to avian research projects and surveys
of Massachusetts birds. Individual will manage all aspects
of the Coastal Waterbird Program including supervising 1-2
full-time staff and 25+ seasonal staff, fund-raising, budget
management, media relations, education, and public and
community relations, and will act as the spokesperson
for Mass Audubon for the Coastal Waterbird Program.
Qualifications: M.S. in Ornithology or equivalent experience.
Excellent field knowledge of the birds of northeastern U. S.
Proven field research experience, including demonstrated
experience in the management of research projects, fundraising, and the writing and publication of technical and
peer-reviewed reports. Experience working with a variety
of organizations including the birding community, private
landowners, municipalities, NGO partners, and state and
federal government agencies. Strong writing and public
speaking skills. Working knowledge of statistical software
and ArcView. Willingness to travel and work under a variety
of conditions. Benefits: Salary depending on experience and
qualifications; includes full benefits. Application Deadline: To
apply: Submit cover letter, resume, and the names of three
references to: Ellen Garcia, 208 South Great Road, Lincoln,
MA 01773 (EM: egarcia@massaudubon.org) or contact for a
complete job description. Close Date: Until Filled.
Field Biologist Interns – Seven individuals needed 24 May
- 15 Jul 2006 to survey for Willow Flycatchers in Yosemite
National Park. Applicants with prior birding experience and
familiarity with the songs and calls of western montane
landbirds are preferred. Seeking applicants in excellent
physical condition with a willingness to backpack to remote
sites and camp out most nights. A personal vehicle is
desirable but not required. Prior knowledge of western
montane flora is a plus. Shared housing and on-the-job
mileage reimbursement provided along with a per diem of
$32 for food and general living expenses (amounts to $800
per month). Send cover letter, résumé and the names, phone
numbers and e-mail addresses of two references to: Bob
Wilkerson, Biologist The Institute for Bird Populations, P.O.
Box 1346 Point Reyes Station, CA 94956-1346. (PH: 415663-2051, FX: 415-663-9482, EM: bwilkerson@birdpop.
org, URL: http://www.birdpop.org). Electronic application
submissions are preferred. Close Date: Until Filled.
Fellowship - The Center for Population Biology at the
University of California Davis invites applications for a
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Population Biology, broadly
defined to include ecology, systematics, population genetics,
and evolution. The position is for two years, subject to review
after one year, and can begin as early as 1 July 2006. It
has an annual salary of $35,000 plus benefits, and $4,000
per annum in research support. The Fellow will be a fully
participating member in the Center for Population Biology,
and will be expected to have an independent research
program that bridges the interests of two or more CPB
laboratory groups. Interested candidates should submit a
cover letter, CV, a short (1-2 page) description of research
accomplishments, and a short (1-2 page) description of
proposed research indicating potential faculty mentors,
and copies of two publications at http://www2.eve.ucdavis.
edu/jobs/ all as PDFs. You should also have 3 letters
of reference sent by email to Stephanie Macey-Gallow
(smaceygallow@ucdavis.edu ); please follow instructions
at the website. Close Date: Until Filled.
Research Associate - Join us as a research associate
at various project partner locations throughout Nevada.
Presently, we are seeking a qualified applicant to provide
assistance and support to Air Quality Specialists, Botanists,
and Wildlife Biologists in order to carry out assignments
which involve the administration of BLM land and wildlife
habitat management programs. The associate must have
education and experience related to wildlife and habitat
management, and must have knowledge and abilities in the
understanding of management principles that allow them to
assist experienced BLM staff in evaluating proposed actions.
This research associate position is with the Bureau of Land
Management at their Las Vegas Field Office. For greater
details about this position please visit the employment
section of the Research Associate tab on the Great Basin
Institute website. Qualified applicants should send resume,
three references, and a cover letter to Chris Warner,
Research Associate Coordinator, at warnerc@unr.nevada.
edu. Close Date: Until Filled.
Conservation Ecologist - The Wilderness Society seeks
an experienced conservation ecologist, with an ability to
work in the nexus between public policy and science, to
join our regional conservation team’s efforts to protect
California’s wildlands. This is an exceptional opportunity for
a conservation scientist interested in applying their scientific
expertise to real world land management challenges. We
seek an applied ecologist who can synthesize and analyze
existing scientific information, develop new information, and
translate these ideas into a format that will influence federal
land management decisions in California. The primary goal
of this position will be to strengthen conservation practices
on federal lands managed by the Forest Service and Bureau
of Land Management. This position will be a critical part of
our multidisciplinary team in California, providing the bedrock
of our science-based advocacy, as well as serving as a
senior member of our Ecology and Economics Research
Department. The ecologist will be involved in numerous
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aspects of The Wilderness Society’s regional program, but
project work will initially be centered on the development of
ecological information needed to shape the Forest Service’s
decisions regarding off-road vehicle (ORV) management in
the 19 California National Forests. The ecologist will lead
the development of an ecological framework for evaluating
ORV route systems, apply that framework in priority areas,
and present those findings to the agency, elected officials,
the public and the media in ways that positively influence
Forest Service actions. The ideal candidate has substantial
scientific experience post graduate school, experience
with land conservation issues and policies, expertise in
California ecosystems, outstanding communication skills,
and a proven ability to translate ecological information into
public policy and land management recommendations. This
is a senior science level position within The Wilderness
Society and compensation is competitive with University
and Governmental science programs. This position is
available immediately and is located in our San Francisco
office. The Wilderness Society is an equal opportunity
employer. The Wilderness Society offers a competitive
compensation and benefits package. To apply, please
submit a cover letter explaining your qualifications for this
position, resume, writing sample, and names, addresses,
phone numbers of three references to: Ms. Geri Wardlow,
Recruiting Consultant, The Wilderness Society, 1615 M
Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036. Fax: 703-327-0415.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Field Technician - We are looking for a hard-working
and self-motivated individual to assist with fieldwork in
a project on the geographic distribution and abundance
of the endangered Puerto Rican Nightjar, Caprimulgus
noctitherus. Research will be conducted in the dry coastal
forests of southwestern Puerto Rico. Field research will
include nightjar population surveys and habitat sampling.
Applicants must be willing to work long hours during
the night, hike in mountainous terrain, and work under
sometimes extreme weather conditions. Applicants with
coursework in wildlife biology or zoology, and knowledge
of avian ecology preferred. Use of GPS equipment and
basic conversational skills in Spanish are desirable. The
successful applicant must be able to operate trucks with
manual transmission and all-terrain vehicles. Salary will be
$8/hour plus fringe benefits. This is a full time position with
a maximum of 40 hours per week, anticipated starting date
of Jan 2006. Housing and work vehicles will be provided.
Position will remain open until suitable candidate is found.
Include resume and contact information for 3 references.
Send materials to: Dr. Francisco J. Vilella, USGS-BRD
Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, Mail Stop 9691,
Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, Mississippi State, MS
39762; email applications encouraged (EM: fvilella@cfr.
msstate.edu). Close Date: Until Filled.
Researchers - Opportunities in the ISU Stream Ecology
Center: (1) A graduate assistantship for a Ph.D. student
will be available beginning summer 2006 to study direct
and indirect effects of nonnative brook trout on linked
stream-riparian food webs in watersheds of the northern
Rocky Mountains. Student will conduct research as part
of an NSF-funded collaboration led by Drs. Colden Baxter
(ISU) and Kurt Fausch (Colorado State) to investigate these
effects and how they may differ between northern and
central regions of the Rocky Mountains. Preference will be
given to applicants with an M.S. degree in aquatic ecology
or related discipline. Candidate must be highly motivated,
willing to conduct research in wilderness settings, and
work well with a team. Desired qualifications also include
excellent academic record, substantial field experience in
aquatic ecosystems, a good quantitative background, and
strong writing and computing skills. A graduate stipend and
full tuition waiver is provided. For more information contact
Dr. Colden Baxter (baxtcold@isu.edu, 208-282-6098).
(2) A graduate assistantship for a Ph.D. student will be
available beginning summer 2006 to study river ecosystem
processes in a combination of wilderness and humandominated watersheds of the northern Rocky Mountains.
The student will conduct research as part of an NSF-funded,
interdisciplinary study focused on understanding human
alteration of carbon and nutrient dynamics in watersheds of
Idaho. Preference will be given to applicants with an M.S.
degree in aquatic ecology, biogeochemistry, or ecosystem
ecology. Candidate must be highly motivated, willing to
conduct research in wilderness settings, and work well with a
team. Desired qualifications also include excellent academic
record, experience with techniques for measuring ecosystem
metabolism and nutrient dynamics, a good quantitative
background, and strong writing and computing skills. A
graduate stipend and full tuition waiver is provided. For
more information contact Dr. Colden Baxter (baxtcold@isu.
edu, 208-282-6098). (3) A graduate assistantship for a M.S.
student will be available beginning summer 2006 to study
river-floodplain linkages in the Salmon River basin located
in the mountains of central Idaho. In portions of this basin,
floodplain connectivity has been compromised by land
uses such as dredge-mining, while other portions possess
some of the most pristine wilderness habitat remaining
in the lower 48 states. The student will conduct research
in this combination of settings, with the aim of informing
habitat and salmon population restoration efforts in the
region. Candidate should have a B.S. in biology, ecology,
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or related field, experience sampling streams and aquatic
biota, and demonstrated writing proficiency. Student must
be highly motivated, willing to conduct research in remote
settings, and work well with a team. A graduate stipend and
full tuition waiver is provided. For more information contact
Dr. Colden Baxter (baxtcold@isu.edu, 208-282-6098). Close
Date: Until Filled.
Ecological Genomics Position - Genes in Ecology and
Ecology in Genes. Graduate Fellowships available for
admission in Fall 2006 to participate in this newly emerging
field at the interface of ecology and genomics. This research
initiative will link responses of living systems to environmental
change at the genetic level. The overarching goal of this
research initiative is to identify the genes that are involved
in organismal responses to the environment. This Ecological
Genomics initiative takes advantage of existing strengths at
Kansas State University in genetics and genomics, ecology
and evolutionary biology to answer cross-cutting questions
that lie at the interface of genomics and ecology. This
collaborative research effort will cross disciplines (genetics
and ecology) and departments. In addition, this initiative will
also take advantage of experimental manipulations at the
Konza Prairie Long-Term Ecological Research (LTER) site.
Research and education opportunities exist for Graduate
Students to work towards a MS or PhD degree in this large
collaborative and interdisciplinary effort. Twenty faculty
with interests spanning from genetics and genomics of
model organisms (Arabidopsis, C. elegans, Drosophila)
to microbial, plant and animal organismic biology, and
ecosystem ecology are involved in this new research
initiative. Applicants should have the interest and willingness
to cross disciplines. If you have questions, please contact
ecogen@ksu.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.
Plant Biologist - The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University
invites applications for two year research fellowships
in evolutionary biology, biogeography, systematics,
development, ecology, genetics, and physiology. Candidates
are expected to pursue independent research projects, but
must be sponsored by a research scientist or faculty member
based at the Arnold Arboretum, Harvard University Herbaria,
or Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology. The
stipend is $40k per annum plus benefits, with up to $12k
additional funds available for research costs. Applications
consisting of: curriculum vitae; research proposal (limited
to eight single-spaced pages, 12-point font, 1-inch margins
including a proposed budget of research costs); statement of
relevance of proposed research to applicant’s career goals;
letter of support from the Harvard sponsor(s); and three
letters of recommendation, should be sent to Dr. Robert
Cook, Director, Arnold Arboretum, 125 Arborway, Jamaica
Plain, MA 02130. Close Date: Until Filled.
Assistantship - A 4-yr PhD assistantship in the Department
of Fisheries and Wildlife is available to investigate the effects
of livestock grazing on abundance and reproduction of
grassland passerines. This avian ecology project is part of a
collaborative (OSU and The Nature Conservancy) research
program funded by USDA - NRI to conduct a large-scale
experimental investigation of grassland food web responses
to livestock stocking rates. The successful candidate will
be part of a team of scientists representing the disciplines
of Animal Science, Entomology, Plant Ecology and Wildlife
Ecology. The prospective student should have a M.S. degree
in Wildlife Biology, Ecology or related discipline. S(he)
should also have background and strong interest in avian
population ecology. Experience working on multi-disciplinary
grassland projects is desirable as are excellent quantitative
skills and publication experience. The assistantship will be
available May 1, 2006. Coursework will be completed at OSU
in Corvallis and research will be conducted at The Nature
Conservancy’s Zumwalt Prairie Preserve. After coursework
is completed the student will work at Union Experiment
Station in Union, OR (location of Dr. Patricia Kennedy - PhD
advisor). Assistantships include a 12-month stipend ($1650/
mos), tuition, and health insurance. See here and here for
admission requirements. Send (email preferred) a cover
letter summarizing your background, relevant experience,
motivation and interests, a resume, transcripts, GRE scores
and contact information for three references to: Patricia L.
Kennedy, Eastern Oregon Agricultural Research Center,
Union Experiment Station, P.O. Box E, Union, OR 97883, pat.
kennedy@oregonstate.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.
Research Assistant - The Centre for Applied Conservation
Research is seeking to fill a full-time research assistant
position. The position is for six months initially, with a
possible 12 – 18 month extension. This job will be related to
a collaborative project of the Centre for Applied Conservation
Research (Forestry, UBC) Parks Canada and BC Ministry of
Environment to develop and evaluate quantitative methods
for identifying critical habitat in the context of Canada’s
Species at Risk Act. The incumbent will be responsible for
assisting faculty and collaborators with (1) the collection
of life history and habitat data, (2) assembling data for a
review of the potential and actual applications of quantitative
methods for critical habitat identification, (3) producing and
summarizing model output using spatially-explicit population
viability analysis software (e.g. RAMAS GIS, PATCH,
VORTEX) and (4) completing other tasks related to the
project, as required. Personal Specifications And Skills:
A well motivated individual with an excellent combination
of technical and communication skills is required. The
successful applicant is expected, under general supervision,
to perform a variety of non-technical and technical scientific
activities in the computer lab. S/he must have excellent
communication skills both verbal and written in order to
contact different agencies or individuals for data collection.
The applicant must have at least a university degree,
preferably an MSc with expertise in population ecology,
metapopulation dynamics and/or landscape ecology. S/he
must have a good basic understanding of statistics, strong
database management skills, experience performing
spatial population viability analyses and knowledge of
GIS. Experience with literature reviews and manuscript
preparation would also be valued assets. Ability to work
at a computer on a full-time basis is required. For more
details regarding the application procedure, or to submit an
application, please go here and click on Trades/Technical.
This position will be posted at this website from 12 – 16
December 2005. All applications must be submitted to
UBC Human Resources. For more details regarding the
position, please feel free to contact Janelle Curtis at janelle.
curtis@ubc.ca. Close Date: Until Filled.
Field Station Manager - The Department of Biology of
the University of Akron is seeking a field station manager
for the newly acquired Martin Center for Field Studies
and Environmental Education, located on the 400 acre
Bath Nature Preserve. In addition to primary use by The
Department of Biology, the preserve and field station are used
by a variety of departments, including Geology, Geography
and Planning, and Anthropology for both research and
environmental education classes. The successful applicant
will have a Masters or PhD degree in a field of environmental
science or biology and will be responsible for: 1) Oversight
of field station building maintenance, including care and
maintenance of research and teaching equipment, 2)
coordinating and participating in research/teaching activities
at the station and on the nature preserve, and 3) promoting
development of the station according to its combined mission
of teaching, research and outreach. Preference will be given
to candidates with proven teaching experience, especially
in the area of biological and field/environmental studies.
Candidates with previous experience managing or working
in a field station are encouraged to apply. Applicants should
submit a curriculum vitae, brief statements on research and
teaching interests, and three letters of recommendation
to: Chair, Field Station Manager Search, Department of
Biology, The University of Akron, Akron, OH 44325-3908.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Forest Crew Team Leader - Plant, cultivate and care
for trees, flowers, plants, shrubs and other flora. Lead
silviculture, site preparation and natural restoration work.
Provide on-site coordination of restoration efforts with
contractors, park managers, local community groups and
other organizations. Ensure compliance with appropriate
rules and regulations. Assist in formulating, designing, writing
and implementing silviculture and forest management plans,
proposals and projects. Supervise field crew(s) composed
of forestry technicians, seasonal employees, volunteers
and others. Manage personnel issues, and ensure needed
materials are available for projects. Two years of full-time
experience in gardening work, including experience in each
of the following: planting, cultivating and caring for the trees,
plants, shrubs and lawns; or Thirty credits in horticulture,
agriculture or a related field from an accredited college or
community college, and one year of experience as described
in “1” above; or A certificate from a recognized horticultural
or botanical program, and one year of full-time experience
described in “1” above; or Education and/or experience
equivalent to “1”, “2”, or “3” above. However, candidates must
have at least one year of full-time experience as described
in “1” above. Valid New York State Driver License. A
commercial Pesticide Applicator-Category 3A License issued
by the State of New York Department of Environmental
Conservation. To apply, please submit cover letter & resume
with JVN # to: David Terhune, Director of Personnel, City of
New York/Parks & Recreation, 24 West 61st Street, 2nd floor,
New York, NY 10023. Email: grow@parks.nyc.gov, Attention:
JVN # 846-06-11432. Close Date: Until Filled.
Prescribed Fire Crew Technician - The job will entail
working with others as a team in preparing for and conducting
prescribed burns on TNC-LAFO preserves in Louisiana,
mainly in St. Tammany Parish, but occasionally in other
parts of the state . Preparation for burns will chiefly involve
creating fire breaks and travel lanes, controlling burn
hazards, and maintaining and staging equipment. During
burns, fire crew members will work under the TNC fire
leader and perform various duties instrumental to the burn,
including ignition, fire monitoring patrol, and controlling fire
escapes. Many other general stewardship activities will be
performed when weather conditions do not permit burning,
and may include exotic species control, habitat plantings,
trail maintenance, equipment maintenance, ecological
monitoring, boundary marking and other activities. Excellent
physical condition. Ability to meet minimum TNC training and
health requirements for prescribed burning at the arduous
level. For LAFO: 45 pound pack test result of 45 minutes
or less. Possession of “Red Card” and prior experience with
prescribed burning preferred but not mandatory. S130/190
training will be required in the case of no current Red Card.
Base salary will be $10.00/hour, with overtime salary (time
and a half) of $15.00/hour. Work weeks: Standard work
weeks will be 35 hours of work each week, provided the
weather is suitable for working, there is no official TNC
holiday(s) that week, or no other unforeseen extenuating
circumstance occurs that would prevent the crew from
working. Overtime is paid for all hours that exceed 40 hours
per work week. Typical non-burn work days will be 7 hours
(8.5 hours including lunch and breaks). Most prescribed fire
days exceed a 10 hour day, so overtime can be expected to
be common during an active burn period. Housing: Crew
members may be required to live in provided housing. If
specified housing is not required, housing may be provided
but will be a taxable benefit. Please contact Latimore Smith
of TNC-LAFO at phone 985-796-5600 or 225-338-1040, or
email latimore_smith@tnc.org, for more information about
this position. Close Date: Until Filled.
Graduate Student Positions (2) - School of Forest
Resources and Environmental Science. We are seeking two
graduate students (Ph.D.) for the following positions. Each
position includes tuition and a competitive stipend. Funds are
also available to cover travel and field expenses. This project
is supported by the National Science Foundation. For more
information, contact David Flaspohler (djflaspo@mtu.edu,
phone: 906-487-3608) or Chris Webster (cwebster@mtu.
edu; phone: 906-487-3618). Both projects will examine
trade-offs between plant and avian community diversity
and productivity in grassland and forest landscapes in the
Great Lakes region. One position will focus on northern
forest ecosystems and the other will focus on southern
grasslands (restored tallgrass prairies). Applicants should
have a strong quantitative background in field ecology.
Qualified candidates should have a M.S. in wildlife ecology,
forestry, natural resource management, botany/plant
ecology, environmental science, or a related discipline. A
basic familiarity with plant and bird species in the region and
some prior coursework in statistics and GIS are preferred.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Postdoctoral Position - A postdoctoral position is available
for an NSF-Plant Genome Research Program funded
project on the proteomics of seed development in oilseeds.
The project will involve large scale proteomic analysis
of seed coat, embryo, and endosperm tissues from crop
oilseeds. Advanced protein quantification and identification
techniques will be employed for this project. Funding for
this project is renewable for a period of four years. Access
and training on mass spectrometry instrumentation will be
provided. Prior experience in any of the following areas:
protein biochemistry, proteomics, mass spectrometry and
bioinformatics is desirable. Applicants should possess a
Ph.D. degree in Biochemistry, Biology or Molecular Biology
and have a strong interest in seed metabolism. Excellent
oral and written communication skills and the ability to work
well in a collaborative research environment are essential.
Competitive salary (commensurate with experience), fringe
benefits including health insurance, and travel support to
meetings are available for this position. Please email a cover
letter and recent CV to Jay Thelen at thelenj@missouri.
edu Job Contact Email: thelenj@missouri.edu. Close Date:
Until Filled.
Landscape Ecology Position - Have you ever considered
the Washington State Department of Natural Resources
is recruiting for a Landscape Ecologist. This position is
responsible for developing a research and monitoring
program with an emphasis on landscapes managed for
northern spotted owl, marbeled murrelet, riparian and other
habitats of concern. This position is located in Olympia,
WA. Monthly salary up to $5,175 with a complete benefits
package. Interested? You can obtain the complete job
announcement with application instructions at: www.dnr.
wa.gov/jobs. If you have questions please contact us at:
DNRrecruiting@wadnr.gov or 360.902.1142. Close Date:
Until Filled.
Cooperative Extension Specialist – University of California.
The Forest Management Specialist is a senior level position
responsible for developing a strong research and outreach
program focused on sustainable management of California’s
forest and woodland resources. It is a career-track, 11-month
position in the Department of Environmental Science,
Policy and Management at the University of California at
Berkeley, available July 1, 2006. Candidates should hold
a Ph.D. degree in forest management or closely related
field with a proven record of accomplishment in problemsolving research and effective outreach in forest and natural
February 2006
Forestry & Natural Resources
resource management. We are looking for candidates
who have demonstrated a professional understanding
and interest in a broad range of natural resource fields
related to forest and hardwood rangeland management.
All applicants should have the qualifications necessary to
attain licensing as a Registered Professional Forester in
the state of California within three years of appointment.
The specialist will be a member of the Ecosystem Science
Division of the Department of Environmental Science,
Policy, and Management. The Specialist may request
an appointment as Adjunct Professor that will allow the
supervision of graduate students. Please submit a curriculum
vitae, a statement of research and outreach interests,
pertinent reprints, and three letters of reference to the
address listed below. Please refer your referees to the UC
Berkeley Statement of Confidentiality found at: http://apo.
chance.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html. Chair, Forest Management
Specialist Search Committee, Department of Environmental
Science Policy and Management, 137 Mulford Hall MC 3114,
University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720-3114. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Forest Resource Economist - The Wilderness Society is
developing a dynamic interdisciplinary Forest Campaign in
the Northern Rockies. The campaign will focus on restoration
forestry and roadless area protection, including designing
and implementing comprehensive conservation strategies
for a number of ecologically important forest landscapes.
Illustrating the positive linkage between the economy and
protecting wildlands is an important component of this
campaign, including building the case for sustainable jobs
linked to wildland restoration and protection. Our resource
economist will build a factual foundation to inform a broad
public discussion of the need for protecting wildlands and
for a restoration program that improves ecological integrity
while building sustainable economies. We seek an applied
economist who can synthesize existing information and
develop new information critical to improving understanding
of the relationships between wildlands and sustainable
economies in Northern Rockies and to support sound
conservation and management decisions affecting those
wildlands. The resource economist is responsible for
designing, developing and implementing a program of
economic research and extension in support of The
Wilderness Society’s Forest Restoration campaigns. The
economy in the Northern Rockies has experienced a
significant shift away from development of natural resources
toward an information- and amenity-based economy.
One of the advantages the region enjoys is proximity to
wildlands and outdoor recreation. The resource economist
will synthesize existing and develop new information that
illustrates how protecting those wildlands enhances the
economy. Part of the restoration forestry program will include
showing how restoration can lead to sustainable jobs and
healthy vibrant economies Understanding the economic
ramifications for Forest Service management and funding
options and influencing how the Forest Service allocates
their limited resources will help move a conservation
agenda. The Resource Economist will also communicate
information gained to a variety of audiences, including
decision-makers in management agencies, reporters and
others in the media, conservation organizations, business
and economic development community, and community
members. In some places, we may work in collaborative
processes and the resource economist will be an important
source of information and possible solutions to management
questions. Development of scientific reports, science and
policy briefs, comment letters, and peer-reviewed journal
articles are important products. Qualifications: Doctoral
(strongly preferred) or master’s degree in economics
(agricultural, natural resource, environmental, or regional
economics preferred) or in natural resource management,
public policy or a related discipline with a strong economic
component; Exceptional written and oral communication
skills that show the ability to translate complex economic
facts into information that can be understood and used by the
conservation community, agency staff, and media personnel;
Understanding of federal land management and federal
environmental laws is helpful. Knowledge of conservation
issues on Northern Rockies public lands and how these
relate to natural resource management and federal public
land policy is helpful; Solid computer skills (spreadsheet,
database, econometric package, word processing/desktop
publishing, GIS); Experience collecting, processing and
communicating quantitative information; Experience
working in multi-disciplinary teams and with diverse groups
in and outside the conservation community; Ability to
think strategically and participate in the development of
conservation programs essential; Demonstrated ability to
work independently, think creatively, and write convincingly;
Frequent, short-duration travel, both in and out of the region
is required. To apply please submit a cover letter explaining
your qualifications for this position, resume, writing sample,
and names, addresses, phone numbers of three references
to: Ms. Geri Wardlow, Recruiting Consultant; 1615 M Street,
NW Washington, DC 20036; fax #703-327-0415;email
geriw@tws.org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Forestry Technician - Under supervision, assist with natural
area management work such as planting, cultivating and
caring for trees, plants, shrubs and other flora. Operate
cars, trucks and other types of motorized vehicles and
equipment incidental to the performance of duties. Collect
statistical data and make field measurements for natural
area inventory, monitoring and management. Operate and
maintain technical and professional instruments, kits and
tools incidental to management, research, inventory and
survey duties. May supervise volunteers and seasonal
and temporary employees. Maintain daily records,
monitor progress of field projects and write status reports.
Qualifications: One year of full-time experience in gardening
work, including experience in each of the following:
planting, cultivating and caring for trees, plants, shrubs
and lawns; or Thirty credits, at least fifteen of which must
pertain to horticulture, agriculture or a related field from an
accredited college or community college; or a certificate
from a recognized horticultural or botanical program; or
Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” or “2” above.
Motor vehicle Driver License valid in the state of New
York. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or graduate degree
with emphasis in botany, ecology, forestry, and wildlife
management or related fields. Experience with hand and
power tools used in natural resource work a plus. Familiarity
with both native and invasive species of the northeastern
United States. Valid pesticide applicator license. Ability to
safely lift 50 lbs. of weight. To apply, please submit cover
letter & resume with JVN # to: David Terhune, Director
of Personnel, City of New York/Parks & Recreation, 24
West 61st Street, 2nd floor, New York, NY 10023. Email:
grow@parks.nyc.gov, Attention: JVN # 846-06-11433. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Natural Resource Specialist - The Great Basin Institute
is looking to hire a natural resource specialist research
associate to provide assistance and support to Air Quality
Specialists, Botanists, and Wildlife Biologists in order to
carry out assignments which involve the administration of
BLM land and wildlife habitat management programs. The
associate must have education and experience related to
wildlife and habitat management, and must have knowledge
and abilities in the understanding of management principles
that allow them to assist experienced BLM staff in evaluating
proposed actions. The successful applicant must have
college coursework in environmental science, wildlife
biology, and/or ecology. As well, the successful applicant
must possess effective communications skills and familiarity
with ArcView GIS software and GPS equipment. While
an applicant possessing or working towards a Master’s
degree is preferred, applicants with a BS and significant
field experience in an appropriate and related field will
be considered. In addition, the successful applicant will
have an understanding of the Endangered Species Act,
and interest in the BLM permitting process. Previous work
experience in the Mojave Desert, especially with the Desert
Tortoise (gopherus agassizii), and/or endangered species
management, NEPA compliance, or BLM policies are a plus.
Qualified applicants should send a resume, cover letter and
three references to Chris warner (warnerc@unr.nevada.
edu). Close Date: Until Filled.
Project Manager (Forestry) – New York. Under general
supervision, with some latitude for independent initiative for
independent and judgement, perform difficult supervisory
or administrative functions. Develop and implement
plans to conserve and restore the city’s forest ecosystem,
including strategies for soils and invasive and native plant
species. Oversee the collection of statistical measurements,
monitoring and inventory data in support of Parks’ forest
management goals. Manage restoration projects and
field crews; administer funds and track expenditures;
complete projects on time and within budget. Prepare and
update speadsheets, correspondence, maps and reports
documenting status and progress of projects. Work with
other Parks staff to develop grant proposals and attend
meetings within and outside the agency as needed.
Qualifications: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited
college and three years of satisfactory, full-time progressively
responsible clerical/administrative experience, one year
of which must have been in an administrative capacity or
supervising staff performing clerical/administrative work of
more than moderate difficulty; or An associate degree or
60 semester credits from an accredited college and four
years of satisfactory, full-time progressively responsible
experience as described in “1” above; or A four-year high
school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years
of satisfactory, full-time progressively responsible experience
as described in “1” above; or Education and/or experience
equivalent to “1”, “2”, or “3” above. However, all candidates
must possess the one year of administrative or supervisory
experience as described in “1” above. Education above
the high school level may be substituted for the general
clerical/administrative experience (but not for the one year
of administrative or supervisory experience described in “1”
above) at a rate of 30 semester credits from an accredited
college for 6 months of experience up to a maximum of 3
½ years. Year-Round Parks & Recreation employees who
need resume assistance may call 212-830-7851 for an
appointment. To apply, please submit cover letter & resume
with JVN # to: David Terhune, Director of Personnel, City of
New York/Parks & Recreation, 24 West 61st Street, 2nd floor,
New York, NY 10023. Email: grow@parks.nyc.gov, Attention:
JVN # 846-06-11431. Close Date: Until Filled.
Natural Resource Specialist - Virginia Tech University.
These are long-term positions with full benefits through
Virginia Tech University. Work location is Eglin Air Force
Base, Florida. Will work as part of a team with project PIs
(Jeff Walters and Carola Haas), graduate students, a field
coordinator and two other technicians studying red-cockaded
woodpeckers, Florida bog frogs, flatwoods salamanders
and other species of conservation interest. Must be in good
physical condition, willing to climb to 60’ and able to operate
power drills, and able to walk through streams and wetlands
wearing waders. Degree in biology, zoology, fisheries and
wildlife biology or related field required. Experience working
with red-cockaded woodpeckers, identifying birds by sight
and sound, capturing and marking amphibians, measuring
wetland habitats, conducting frog call counts, reading color
bands, constructing artificial cavities and banding birds
preferred. Pay band 2, salary dependent on qualifications.
Access our web site at http://www.hr.vt.edu/ to submit
an application, (resume or cover letter also requested),
search on posting number 043298. Individuals desiring
assistance/accommodation in the application/interview
process should contact us (PH: 540 231-5301 voice, 540
231-6258 TDD). For more information contact Jeff Walters
(EM: jrwalt@vt.edu), Carola Haas, (EM: cahaas@vt.edu),
or JIM KOWALSKY (EM: jkowalsk@vt.edu). Close Date:
Until Filled.
Postdoctoral Appointments (2) - The Department of
Biological Sciences at the University of Nevada, Las
Vegas (UNLV) invites applications for two (2) postdoctoral
appointments in a new and experimental teaching and
research program. The teaching component will entail
instruction in a Federal 401 Certification Program for Fire
Management Personnel. Students from fire management
positions in 5 government agencies (primarily BLM) will
come to UNLV to take 8 intensive two-week courses over a
15-month period, including Introductory Biology (2 courses),
Conservation Biology, Ecology, Biological Modeling, Field
Ecology, Plant Ecology, and Biogeography. Each course will
include full T.A. support for the postdoctoral instructors. When
not teaching in these two-week courses, the post-docs will be
expected to engage in a research program in collaboration
with one or more of the participating faculty in this program
-- Daniel Thompson, Lawrence Walker, Brett Riddle, Stan
Smith, Paul Schulte, and Peter Starkweather. Please see
our department’s web site for a description of the research
programs for these faculty. Assuming two-week preparation
time for each intensive course, and four courses per postdoc, we anticipate that each postdoctoral position will be
approximately 1/3 teaching and 2/3 research. Each position
is currently for one year, with potential for a second year.
Please e-mail Dr. Daniel Thompson (dthompson@ccmail.
nevada.edu) for further information on the program. We seek
candidates for this position with teaching experience and a
desire to participate in a unique program that will provide
instruction, with an emphasis on resource management,
to highly motivated mid-career professionals in the fields
of ecology, conservation biology, and basic biology.
Applications should include a letter of intent, curriculum vitae,
statement of teaching philosophy that is specific for the 401
Certification Program, a statement of research interests,
and a list of at least three referees with their current email
addresses. Research programs that span the expertise of
several faculty labs are encouraged. Applications should
be sent to Dr. Daniel Thompson, Department of Biological
Sciences, University of Nevada Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV
89154-4004. Close Date: Until Filled.
Burn Specialist - Minimum Qualifications: B.S. or B.A.
in Biology, Conservation Biology, Ecology, Environmental
Studies, Wildlife Management, or a similar program;
additional experience helpful. Location: Tall Timbers
Research Station, Tallahassee, FL. Duration: Approximately
6 months; great short-term position for recent graduates,
but no renewal anticipated. Pay: Approximately $13,500.00.
Contact: Dr. Kevin Robertson, (EM: krobertson@ttrs.org; PH:
850-893-4153 ext. 254). Tall Timbers Research Station is
working with state agencies in Florida to develop methods
for monitoring the prescribed burning conducted on Florida
conservation lands. The objectives of the work are (1)
to conduct a thorough review of existing fire-monitoring
procedures and enter references into a bibliographic
database; (2) to solicit critical reviews of fire-monitoring
procedures from land managers throughout Florida and
determine procedures that satisfy management objectives;
(3) to test standard procedures for collecting data on
prescribed burns at several managed areas in Florida; and
(4) to evaluate and refine procedures based on field trials
and to assist in developing a draft instruction manual. In
addition to minimum qualifications, applicants should have
strong communication and writing skills, enjoy field work in
hot and often buggy settings, and work well with a broad
range of people. Experience with Access, ProCite, Excel,
ArcView or ArcGIS, and vegetation sampling techniques
also will be helpful. The position will be stationed at Tall
Timbers Research Station with work statewide. We anticipate
approximately 1 month of total travel time this Spring.
Applicants should send a cover letter and a resume (with
at least 3 references) to krobertson@ttrs.org. The letter and
resume should be created using Word or WordPerfect, and
please include “Prescribed Burn Specialist” in subject line.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Researcher - A post-doctoral position is available to work
with Dr Maria Uriarte at Columbia University on a project
aimed at examining the impact of forest harvesting regimes
on forest composition and economic value. Applicants should
have a PhD in ecology, statistics, or computer science.
Applicants must have an excellent command of C++ and
artificial neural networks; experience with forest models
is desirable. The position will be based in New York City.
This appointment, which is funded by NSF, is available
for up to 2 years depending on qualifications, experience
and performance. The position offers competitive salary
plus benefits. Post-doctoral associates are also eligible
for subsidized Columbia housing. The desired start date
is March 1, 2006, but this date is flexible for exceptional
candidates. Applications, including a cover letter, copy
of a CV, representative publications and the names and
addresses of three referees, should be sent by post or
email to Dr. Maria Uriarte, Dept. of Ecology, Evolution &
Environmental Biology, 10th Floor Schermerhorn Extension,
1200 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10027. Email:
mu2126@columbia.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.
Natural Resources Management Director - BHE
Environmental, Inc., an environmental consulting company
providing a broad range of services to clients nationwide, has
an immediate opening in our Cincinnati office for the Director
of our Natural Resources Management Group. Position
requires an MS or PhD in biology, botany, zoology, wildlife
biology or related environmental/natural science discipline
and 10+ years of experience. Prior consulting experience
is a must. Candidates must have a strong applied technical
knowledge of, and management experience with regulatory
compliance projects focusing upon NEPA (EA, EIS), CWA
(§404 and §401 permitting), and ESA (§7 and §10), and
be familiar with the compliance and planning needs of
agencies including DoD, FERC, and state DOTs. Experience
should reflect capabilities in designing and managing linear
corridor projects, private real property development, and
federal resource conservation programs. Responsibilities
will include project and client management, providing group
leadership, overall managerial direction and administration,
and guidance to meet established financial standards. This
role carries the responsibility of overall group productivity,
profitability, client satisfaction, and quality of work. The
successful candidate will oversee the group’s business
planning, the professional and personal development
of staff, and employee relations. This position requires
excellent organizational skills; strong oral and written
communication skills; the ability to work well with others,
as well as working independently to accomplish duties with
minimal supervision; and the ability to work effectively in a
fast-paced/high pressure environment with a commitment to
outstanding customer service. Submit resume, salary history,
and references: BHE Environmental, Inc., Attn: Human
Resources, 11733 Chesterdale Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45246.
Fax (513) 326-1586, Email: cloyd@bheenvironmental.com.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Researcher - We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral
candidate who will work with an interdisciplinary group on
studying the impacts of forest harvesting and reservoir on
the carbon budget of aquatic ecosystem in eastern Canada,
Project goals are to: 1) understand the factors responsible
for the degradation or sequestration of terrestrial organic
matter; 2) develop a new process-based model by linking
the forest and aquatic ecosystems; 3) use the resulting
data and the new carbon model to investigate the potential
impacts of forest harvesting and reservoir impoundment
on these factors in terms of changes in the greenhouse
gas emission budgets at watershed scale. Applicants must
have a Ph.D. degree in ecology, environmental science,
soil science, geography, forest science, or natural resource
management, and a strong interest in modelling and
biogeochemical cycles. Expertise in carbon modelling and
computer programming (C, C++) and experience with field
measurements, GIS, and data analysis are desirable. A
competitive salary, commensurate with experience will be
offered. The initial appointment is for 1 year with possibility
of extension to 2-3 years. Continuation of employment
is dependent upon satisfactory work performance and
availability of funds. Interested applicants should send a
cover letter, CV, and the names/contact information for three
references to Dr. Changhui Peng (peng.changhui@uqam.
ca). The anticipated starting date will be on January 2006 or
as soon as possible. For more information, please contact:
Prof. Changhui Peng, Ph.D., Canada Research Chair
(Environment Modelling), Institiute of environment sciences,
University of Quebec at Montreal (UQAM), Case postale
8888, succ Centre-Ville, Montreal (QC), Canada H3C 3P8.
Tel: (514) 987-3000 ext. 1056#; Fax: (514) 987-4718. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Forestry Technician - Seeking applicants to fill a full-time
forestry technician position based in the Santa Rosa area.
Responsibilities include timber harvest plan preparation,
timber marking, inventory and general forestry field and
office work under the supervision of a California Registered
Professional Forester. The position requires a valid driver’s
license, ability to work in a forested environment, under all
weather conditions, and on steep ground. Qualifications:
Minimum 2-year Associate in Science Degree in Forestry
or related natural resource field, or adequate experience
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Environmental Science & Engineering
and training to meet this requirement. Written and verbal
communication skills, and computer skills are required.
Environmental Resource Solutions, Inc. is an equal
opportunity employer. Work will be directed from ERS’s
Santa Rosa office. Please submit resume with salary history
to: Environmental Resource Solutions, Inc., attn. John W.
Williams, 2300 Northpoint Parkway, Santa Rosa, CA 95407;
e-mail: williamsj@saber.net; Phone: 707-566-7510; Fax:
707-566-7368. Close Date :Until Filled.
Assistant Forester - The County of San Bernardino
(County) Public Works Department (Department) is
seeking the services of a Registered Professional Forester
to perform various duties as a contract employee. In
addition to a Registered Professional Forester, the County
is soliciting services of an Assistant Forester. Applications
will be accepted for both fulltime positions with anticipated
employment duration through 2007. Part time status will be
considered at the request of the applicant. An hourly rate
fee proposal, including estimated travel costs, administrative,
etc., is requested along with a resume. The positions require
a minimum of 10 office hours per week with the office being
located in the Running Springs area of the San Bernardino
County Mountains. The positions also require a valid driver’s
licenses, ability to work in a forest environment, strong
communication skills and ability to deal with the public as
well as various agencies. Interested parties are requested to
submit resumes to efogerson@dpw.sbcounty.gov or send to
PO Box 130HT, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352 attention Erwin
Fogerson. Phone (909) 239-2052. Close Date: Until Filled.
Forester - Mendocino Redwood Company, LLC, is looking
for Inventory Forester for their Northern California redwood
forests (Ukiah area). The Inventory Forester will collect and
analyze data relating to timberlands and long term planning,
and create reports and maps to be distributed to Area
Foresters, Biologists and management for strategic planning
purposes. Essential duties and responsibilities: develop,
organize and implement timber cruising for the Company;
interpret aerial photographs to determine timber types and
other forest attributes; develop and maintain timber stands
using a GIS software program (ArcView, Arcedit); design
specific maps as requested using GIS software; maintain and
update Access databases; conduct model runs and generate
reports for analysis; manage and maintain MRC’s inventory,
growth and harvest information and provide regular reports
of such to internal staff, managers, regulators and owners;
and coordinate the acquisition and analysis of data. The
person in this position will provide work direction to others
but does not have direct performance appraisal responsibility
for them. Must carry a valid California Driver’s License and
be eligible to operate a company vehicle under company
policy guidelines. Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s
degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or one to
two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent
combination of education and experience. MRC offers
excellent compensation and benefits. Interested candidates
should forward a resume to recruiter@mendoco.com. For
more information about MRC visit www.mrc.com. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Biologists – We anticipate hiring several biologists to
conduct biological resource assessments for California
Department of Forestry projects in San Diego, San
Bernardino and Riverside Counties. Primary duties will
include: conducting field assessments to document baseline
conditions of biological resources, identification and mapping
of sensitive biological resources (e.g., wetlands, meadows),
identification and mapping of habitat for special-status
species, and preparing scientific reports that document the
results of field assessment and provide recommendations for
the protection of sensitive or important biological resources.
Position is expected to last for several months, and perhaps
longer. Additional work opportunities with TSS are possible
upon completion of the project. Salary will be $20/hour.
Positions will be open until filled. Applicants should posses a
B.S. degree in ecology, biology, botany, wildlife management,
or related discipline. Applicants should have biological field
experience in Southern California and knowledge of the
region’s flora and fauna. Biologists must be in good physical
condition and must be able to work independently. Strong
scientific writing skills are required (applicants will be required
to demonstrate their scientific writing abilities). Knowledge of
forestry and CA Forest Practice Rules is desirable, but not
required. To apply, send a resume and list of references to:
Scott Cashen, TSS Consultants, 3264 Hudson Ave., Walnut
Creek, CA 94597. Email: scashen@tssconsultants.com.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Ph.D. or M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship Wildlife Ecology, Division of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries
Resources Program. Starting Date: May 2006 or negotiable.
This project is designed to study the effects of various canopy
removal levels and large woody debris manipulation on birds
in streamside management zones. Specific objectives are
to: 1. document the short-term response of vegetation to
two levels of canopy removal in riparian zones, emphasizing
habitat characteristics important to ruffed grouse, woodcock,
and songbirds; 2. determine the response of terrestrial
arthropods to two levels of canopy removal in riparian zones;
and 3. evaluate the response of the avian community to two
levels of canopy removal in riparian zones, and compare
avian communities between riparian and upland areas. This
project will be part of a larger project that also includes water
quality, benthic invertebrates, and fish. The student will be
working toward a M.S. in Wildlife and Fisheries Resources or
a Ph.D. in Forest Science (Emphasis in Wildlife and Fisheries
Science). Qualifications: B. S. (for M.S. degree) or M.S. (for
Ph.D.) in Wildlife, or closely related field. Minimum GPA of
3.0 and combined quantitative/verbal GRE scores of 1100.
A strong interest in avian ecology, forest management, or
riparian areas is essential. Industrious, hard-working student
that can make decisions independently, work cooperatively
with other students, and supervise technicians is required.
Stipend: $12k/year (M.S.), $15k/year (Ph.D.) plus health
insurance and complete tuition waiver. Interested individuals
should send a letter of interest, resume, a 500-word
statement of purpose (why you want to work on this project
at WVU, your research and career interests, etc.), copy
of transcripts and GRE scores, and contact information
for 3 references to Dr. James T. Anderson, West Virginia
University, Division of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries
Resources Program, 322 Percival Hall, P. O. Box 6125,
Morgantown, WV 26506-6125 USA. Telephone (304)
293-2941, extension 2445, Fax (304) 293-2441, E-mail:
jander25@wvu.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.
Researchers - Departments of Forestry and Geography,
Michigan State University. Candidates are sought to join
a multidisciplinary team studying the environmental and
economic consequences of land use/land cover changes
(LUCC) in Chinas upper Yangtze basin. Expectations
for the position would be to develop land use/land cover
classifications for the study area and to use these to
project impacts of LUCC on soil erosion and regional C
sequestration. A Ph.D in ecology, geography or related
discipline is required, as well as demonstrated expertise
in remote sensing and GIS modeling. The position is
annually renewable for up to two years. Please send CV,
statement of research accomplishments and interests,
representative publications, and three letters of reference
to: David Rothstein, Department of Forestry, Michigan
State University, E. Lansing, MI 48824-1222. Close Date:
Until Filled.
Environmental Coordinator
Fannin, Texas
Coleto Creek Power, LP, a well established 632 MW coal-fired power plant in Goliad
County Texas, has an immediate opening for an Environmental Coordinator. This
critical role facilitates and coordinates all environmental programs to ensure overall
plant and regulatory requirements are met. We offer challenging and rewarding
work, with a competitive salary and benefits package.
Essential Duties Include: Monitors Air, Wastewater and Hazardous Waste permit
conditions to ensure compliance with permit conditions. Coordinates regulatory
reporting to environmental, safety, and industrial hygiene agencies, ensures
regulatory notifications are made as required by environmental, safety, and industrial
hygiene regulations for releases and upset conditions and services as a focal point
for regulatory agencies. Provides day-to-day technical and regulatory support to
the plant with support, as needed, from the appropriate program area sections
in Environmental Services. Maintains a working knowledge of environmental
regulatory requirements applicable to the power plants. Coordinates and/or
provides required environmental and safety training. Participates in planning and
implementing community based and other civic programs involving environmental
matters. Lead root cause mapping processes and identify solutions to prevent
recurrence of accidents or non-compliance incidents.
Qualified candidates must meet the following requirements: Must have a Bachelor
Degree, preferably in Science, Engineering, or related field. Strong working
knowledge of EPA, TCEQ, OSHA and other government regulations that apply
to employee health and safety and environmental compliance. Minimum of four
(4) years of environmental experience, or equivalent. Thorough understanding
of power plant environmental, health, and safety issues. Excellent writing and
verbal communication skills. The selected candidate must work well in a team
environment, be dependable, highly organized, and detail oriented.
TO APPLY: Visit our Careers Opportunity web site and apply on line at www.
sempra.com. Coleto Creek Power, LP is an Equal Opportunity employer. Coleto
Creek is part of Topaz Power Group, a joint venture owned by Sempra Energy
Partners and Carlyle/Riverstone.
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Postdoctoral Position - Earth and Environmental Systems
Institute, Pennsylvania State University. A postdoctoral
position is available to work on the interactions between
climatic change and terrestrial ecosystems. Topics
include the potential effects of warming, changes in
precipitation, increased CO2 concentrations, and/or
increased concentrations of O3 in the lower atmosphere
on the structure and functioning of ecosystems. We are
seeking an innovative individual who will become a catalyst
for interactions among ecologists and climate scientists. The
scientist will have considerable freedom to develop their
own research projects within the broader context of the
research programs of the Northeastern Regional Center of
the Department of Energy’s National Institutes for Climatic
Change Research. The successful candidate should have
a strong background in terrestrial ecology, atmospheric
sciences, or a closely related field. Strong quantitative skills,
particularly the ability to work with complex databases and
numerical models, are required. Experience with terrestrial
ecology, statistics, geospatial analyses, and inverse
methods in the earth sciences is especially desirable. Strong
collaborative skills will be necessary. The initial appointment
is for one year, with good potential for continued support.
The position is available immediately. Applications received
by 20 January, 2006 will receive full consideration. The
salary will be competitive, commensurate with experience.
Please send a curriculum vitae including list of publications (a
sample publication is welcome but not required), the names
and addresses of three references, and a short (one to two
page) statement of research interests and long-term goals
to: Linda Decker, Administrative Assistant, Northeastern
Regional Center of the DOE National Institute for Climatic
Change Research, 2217 Earth and Engineering Sciences
Building, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park,
PA 16802. Email: ldecker@psu.edu, Phone: 814-863-9563,
Fax: 814-865-3191. Close Date: Until Filled.
Research Associate - The USDA, Agricultural Research
Service, Grassland, Soil and Water Research Laboratory
in Temple, Texas, is seeking a Postdoctoral Research
Associate, (Research Ecologist) for a two year appointment.
A Ph.D. is required. Salary is commensurate with experience
($50,593 - $78,826 per annum) plus benefits. Citizenship
restrictions apply. The incumbent will conduct field research
on the responses of dominant grasses in the Central Plains
to precipitation variability and the likely consequences for
carbon cycling. Knowledge of plant ecology and experience
with techniques in plant ecophysiology and soil tissue
analysis are desirable. Refer to www.ars.usda.gov/careers
for further information on Postdoctoral Research Associate
positions, for complete application instructions, and the
full text announcement (RA-06-014H). Send application
materials (email preferred) and three letters of reference
to Dr. Philip Fay, USDA-ARS, Grassland, Soil and Water
Research Laboratory, 808 E. Blackland Road, Temple, TX
76502, pfay@spa.ars.usda.gov. Close Date: Until Filled.
Environmental Specialist – Jefferson City, Missouri. The
Missouri Department of Transportation is seeking qualified
candidates for an intermediate or senior level environmental
specialist. The intermediate or senior environmental
specialist ensures that assigned projects comply with federal
and state environmental regulations. This is one position,
to be hired at either level dependent on qualifications.
Job may require exposure to moderately adverse and
undesirable environmental conditions if job tasks focus on
environmental impacts in the areas of hazardous materials,
wetlands, or biological sciences/endangered species. Both
levels require a Bachelors Degree in Social, Environmental,
or Natural Sciences, or related field. The intermediate level
requires two years of experience in environmental studies;
the senior level requires four years. Starting salary range
is expected to be $3400 to $4357 monthly, dependent on
qualifications. This position is for a specialist involved in
wetlands delineation, Section 404 permit processing, and
mitigation development. The specialist prepares permit
applications or reviews consultation documents, assists in
preparation of contract special provisions, and develops and
monitors mitigation projects. Wetland delineation training
and experience with Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
is desirable. A background in soils, plant taxonomy and/or
hydrology is preferred. Familiarity with laws, policies and
procedures related to wetlands and streams, and knowledge
of geography, cartography, computer applications and global
positioning systems is desired. Position is located in the
state capitol of Jefferson City, in beautiful mid-Missouri.
Small town environment, just 30 miles from the bustling
small city of Columbia (home of the University of Missouri
and consistently ranked as one of America’s best places to
live) and two hours from both Kansas City and St. Louis.
Here, you can truly have the best of both worlds, in a very
low cost of living area where your housing and living dollar
has tremendous buying power. Great state benefits package,
tuition reimbursement, employee medical insurance
premium completely employer-paid for some plans, unrivaled
retirement program. Join the best DOT in America, whose
goal is to provide a world-class transportation experience
that delights our customers and promotes a prosperous
Missouri! Online and e-mailed resumes NOT accepted.
Please visit our website www.modot.org to download an
application. Mail completed MoDOT application and college
transcripts (required for consideration) to MoDOT Central
Office HR, PO Box 1787, Jefferson City, MO 65102. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Senior Environmental Scientist – West Palm Beach,
FL. A senior-level professional position responsible for
independently conducting applied ecological research
leading to the enhancement and protection of the
Everglades. The Senior Environmental Scientist will
provide consultation services on environmental issues to
government agencies. A senior-level professional position
responsible for independently conducting overall project
management and coordination activities. Job Requirements:
Ph.D. in Environmental or Ecological Science, Biology,
Zoology, Botany or related; a minimum of 6-12 years of
progressively responsible research experience. Diverse
background in ecological research, including knowledge of
wetland ecology and biogeochemistry. Strong quantitative
analysis skills, including design of experiments, statistics
(including BACI and Bayesian), and graphing. Proven
communications expertise, both written and verbal.
Leadership and managerial skills to coordinate project
management between TBE and clients. Background in field
research; willingness to work in hot, wet conditions, in areas
occupied by alligators, insects, etc. for extended periods of
time; routine lifting of loads in excess of 25 pounds under
challenging field conditions. Apply on-line at www.tbegroup.
com. Close Date: Until Filled.
Postdoctoral Position - We seek an innovative, enthusiastic
individual ready to develop new, practical approaches
to issues of systematic conservation planning and
progress assessment, focusing on Florida. The successful
candidate will work closely with Professor David Wilcove in
collaboration with The Nature Conservancy. Candidate must
demonstrate strong interest in conservation, familiarity with
conservation planning literature, and strong collaborative
and computational skills, including ability to analyze large
spatial datasets. Experience with habitat modeling, GIS,
programming, and/or reserve-design algorithms helpful.
Applicants must have Ph.D. in ecology, conservation
biology, or related field. Competitive salary, commensurate
February 2006
Environmental Policy & Law
with experience, and excellent benefits offered. Send
application including CV, statement of research interest,
and names of three references to Geraldine Rhodes,
Robertson Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544.
E-mail: grhodes@princeton.edu. For more information about
applying to Princeton, please link to: http://web.princeton.
edu/sites/dof/ApplicantsInfo.htm. Close Date: Until Filled.
Field Hydrogeologist - The Division of Hydrologic Sciences
(DHS) of the Desert Research Institute (DRI) is seeking a
Field Hydrogeologist with expertise in the operation and
maintenance of instrumentation and equipment related
to aquifer testing, geophysical well logging, meteorologic
investigations, and vadose zone monitoring. Expertise in
the collection, compilation, management, and preliminary
analysis of the resultant data is also sought. Applicants are
expected to possess appropriate professional experience
including a Bachelors or Masters Degree in Hydrogeology,
Geology, or a closely related Earth Science field. Applicants
must be able to meet the requirements of a security
clearance and be a U.S. citizen. specific requirements and
application instructions are available at www.dri.edu. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Lead Environmental Engineer
- Mining
Green Bay, Wisconsin
Foth & Van Dyke is nationally recognized for its
outstanding engineering, scientific and planning
consulting services. At the core of our success is a
team of great people, offering smart client-centered
solutions. Join our growing group of professionals
as an Environmental Engineer in our Green Bay,
WI location.
The successful candidate will provide expertise in
metallic mining projects, as it relates to the protection
and management of local water resources. Will
develop strategies for project execution and interface
with all project stakeholders, prepare and manage a
complex annual budget and accounting systems for
projects, and provide leadership and guidance to the
client on engineering, environmental and economic
issues. This position requires a BS/MS degree in
Environmental, Geotechnical or Water Resource
Engineering, with background in groundwater and
surface water hydrology. Minimum of 10 years
experience in project management, permitting,
and EIS development is also required, along with
working knowledge of geotechnical engineering
and construction, water resource engineering, and
mining environmental management.
Foth & Van Dyke is an employer of choice, offering
an attractive compensation/benefits package and
a formalized professional development program.
If you are committed to making the most of your
career with a progressive, values based firm, we
look forward to receiving your resume!
Contact Information: Kristine Walker, Foth & Van
Dyke, kwalker@foth.com
PO Box 19012, Green Bay, WI 54307-9012; fax:
920-497-8516
Foth & Van Dyke is an Equal Opportunity Employer/
Affirmative Action Employer
Project Coordinator - The Stroud Water Research Center
(Avondale, PA; www.stroudcenter.org) is seeking a postdoctoral candidate to coordinate the field and laboratory
components of a multi-investigator, large-scale study of
streams and rivers in North, Central, and South America. The
study will involve the collection, processing, and analysis of a
variety of biological (population, community, and ecosystem
level), chemical (inorganic/organic), and physical parameters
and using them to promote and support conservation efforts.
Extensive fieldwork is required at various times throughout
the study year at remote field sites. Project duties will also
include integrating results into project reports, peer reviewed
publications, web sites, and general publications. Strong
candidates will have broad knowledge of stream ecology,
previous research experience in some particular stream/river
sub-discipline (especially biological or chemical monitoring),
good statistical background, the ability to build, manage, and
analyze large sets of data, and some experience with GIS.
A working knowledge of Spanish is required. Experience
working at and coordinating logistical details for remote
field stations/sites are desirable characteristics. Applicants
need to have excellent communication skills and be well
organized, motivated, and flexible. . The position will last
at least one year, with possible continuation based on
funding. Please send a cover letter, CV, representative
publications (as PDF files), transcripts (as PDF files), and
names and contact information for 3 references to mailto:
svontill@stroudcenter.org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Postdoctoral Associate – Syracuse, NY. A two-year
position is available, starting February 2006, to examine
environmental controls, including herbivory and soil moisture
and fertility, on C fluxes in grasslands of Yellowstone National
Park. The postdoc will be expected to spend 6 mos. of each
year in Yellowstone Park conducting field research and the
remainder of each year at Syracuse University. A Ph.D.
in ecology or related field and an ability to work well with
graduate students and technicians is required. Salary is
commensurate with qualifications. Applicants should send
cover letter describing relevant training and experience,
CV, and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to:
Doug Frank, Biological Research Labs, Syracuse University,
Syracuse, NY 13244-1220, or electronically to dafrank@syr.
edu. Close Date: Until Filled.
Manager - The Contra Costa Water District is now recruiting
for a Senior Watershed Resources Specialist for the 20,000acre Los Vaqueros Reservoir Watershed. In addition, the
District is also seeking qualified candidates for a key senior
management role as Watershed and Lands Manager. For
more information about these two positions go to: http://
www.ccwater.com/WatershedPositions.asp. Close Date:
Until Filled.
Scientist - AgResearch: Providing scientific leadership
to the agricultural industry to help promote and achieve
an innovative, sustainable and prosperous farming sector
in NZ. Are you a career-orientated “up and coming”
scientist who wants to step up to the challenge? To be
the successful scientist in this role you will possess the
following: Knowledge and research experience in soil and
water management. Knowledge of New Zealand’s grassland
farming systems. Ability to communicate well with farmers,
policy agents and the public. Excellent communication skills.
You will be contributing to the development and evaluation
of technologies to increase resource efficiency and reduce
contaminant losses to waterways and atmosphere. We
are a multidisciplinary team that provides technologies
for farming systems that create wealth whilst enhancing
the sustainability of New Zealand’s natural resources. For
more information about this position, including a full position
description, or to apply online please go to: www.agresearch.
co.nz/recruitment, or alternatively, you can contact Kim Cole
on kim.cole@agresearch.co.nz. Close Date: Until Filled.
PhD Graduate Research Assistantship – Position in
biogeochemistry and soil ecology is available to participate
in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative project funded by the
NSF Biogeosciences Program. The successful applicant
will investigate physical, chemical, and biological controls
over soil organic matter storage and dynamics using
innovative molecular, isotopic, and microbiological methods.
A successional chronosequence of C3 woody plant invasion
into a subtropical C4 grassland will be utilized as a model
system to examine how these controls interact in response
to this vegetation change. An M.S. in ecology, soil science,
organic geochemistry, or closely related field is required.
Experience with stable isotope analyses (C-13 and N-15),
physical and/or chemical characterization of soil organic
matter, and techniques for characterizing soil microbial
community composition and function are desirable, but
not required. Prior experience with ecological field work,
experimental design, data management, and statistics
would also be advantageous. Applicants must be available
to begin a degree program between January-August of 2006.
The successful applicant will receive an annual stipend of
$18,500, a full tuition waiver, and health insurance. Students
with exceptional academic credentials may be eligible to
apply for more lucrative fellowships from Texas A&M during
their first year of study. Contact Dr. Thomas W. Boutton for
more information or to apply (e-mail: boutton@neo.tamu.
edu; phone 979-845-8027). Close Date: Until Filled.
Technician - The Oren lab has an immediate opening for a
full-time field and laboratory technician to work on ecosystem
carbon storage/balance projects at the Duke FACE (Free
Air CO2 Enrichment) site and surrounding ecosystems.
Field measurements include tree diameter growth, leaf
area index, litterfall, and environmental climatic data, as
well as maintenance of corresponding equipment/systems.
Lab work includes processing litterfall material, processing
field data, hiring and coordination of part-time workers, and
general management of the lab. Candidates should have
bachelors or masters degree in biological or forest sciences,
be in good physical condition, be able to work at canopy-level
heights, and be able to work occasionally at dawn or dusk.
Position starts immediately and includes benefits. Annual
salary is $25,750 with cost of living raises each summer. To
apply, send cover letter, resume, and contact information
for 3 references to Jeffrey Pippen at jspippen@duke.edu.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Post-Doctoral Associate - Applications are invited for a
post-doctoral associate on a project investigating threshold
dynamics of shallow-water estuarine communities of the
southern New England and how the distribution of distinct,
easily recognized alternate communities can be used to
develop and measure the success of management decisions
on local to regional scales. We seek a candidate with a Ph.D.
in estuarine/marine ecology or a related discipline. The
ideal person will have broad experience in the development
and use of numerical models, in the study of food web
dynamics, a background in marine ecology, and a strong
knowledge of benthic systems. The selected candidate
will work with Dr. Richard Osman (SERC), Drs. Robert
Whitlatch and John Hamilton (University of Connecticut), and
Dr. Roman Zajac (University of New Haven). The starting
date is April 2006. The appointment is for 2 years subject
to a review after 1 year. The stipend includes an annual
salary of $37k plus funds to support research and travel.
Submit a statement of interest, curriculum vitae, transcripts
(photocopies acceptable), and contact information for
three references to Dr. Richard Osman at osmanr@si.
edu. The successful candidate will be housed at SERC
(Smithsonian Environmental Research Center). This is not
a Federal position. For a fuller description of the position
see the SERC Benthic Ecology Laboratory website. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Conservation Science Internship - Four-month
Conservation Science Internships consist of exposure
to and training in all aspects of Sanctuary conservation,
including science, education, and conservation focused on
migratory raptors, environmental survey and monitoring,
data management, land management, ecotourism,
membership programs and fundraising, and the use of
volunteer resources. Interns work at the Sanctuary’s worldclass Acopian Center for Conservation Learning, where
they have individual work stations and laptop computers
with access to Hawk Mountain’s databases and the Internet,
and are able to use one of the largest collections of raptor
literature in the world. Interns work shoulder-to-shoulder
with professional mentors, and each intern completes a
collaborative project while at the Sanctuary. More than 210
interns from 38 countries on six continents have interned at
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary. Many have gone on to productive
careers in conservation science, science education, and
natural resource management, making the Sanctuary’s
international internship program one of its most successful
conservation actions. In addition to professional training
and experiential learning, internship and training programs
help develop multicultural awareness and international
partnerships, essential aspects of successful large-scale
conservation efforts. Start Date: March 13, 2006. End Date:
approx. July 10, 2006. Interns receive free housing at the
Sanctuary’s Acopian Center for Conservation Learning and a
monthly stipend of $600. Visit the Internships page on www.
hawkmountian.org for application information and materials.
Send all application materials and inquiries to: Gail Farmer,
Research Biologist, Acopian Center for Conservation
Learning, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, 410 Summer Valley
Rd., Orwigsburg, PA 17961. Email: hall@hawkmtn.org.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Director of Conservation Science - The Center for Natural
Lands Management (San Diego Co., California) seeks
an exceptional and highly motivated individual to lead its
conservation science program. This person will play a
vital role in defining the quality of science that is applied
to lands under the management responsibility of CNLM.
The Director of Conservation Science (DCS) will ensure
that CNLM’s conservation programs advance based on
the best available science. The DCS will be responsible
for increasing the CNLM’s effectiveness and efficiency in
conserving species, habitats, and ecosystems, and resolving
other critical science issues including how to measure the
effectiveness of our conservation stewardship strategies.
This position will be responsible for the development,
dissemination and promotion of sound natural resources
land management practices and their application applied
to CNLM’s preserves. The DCS supports the Preserve
Managers in all field activities including site- and ecoregional
based planning, preserve development and monitoring,
measures of success implementation, monitoring-protocol
development and implementation, coordination of fieldwork
for ecological research and general science guidance, and
methods and technical support needed to complete and
implement preserve management plans and annual work
plans. The DCS helps to identify priority conservation targets,
threats to those targets, strategies to abate those threats,
and indicators to monitor and measure the impact of those
strategies. A strong team ethic is required to effectively
collaborate with colleagues and external partners in order
to develop innovative, adaptable, and scientifically credible
methods, analyses, and decision-making tools. The DCS
also is responsible for engaging external conservation
scientists and research institutions as partners in the
work of the Center, and serves as a liaison with state and
federal resource agencies. Qualifications: Applicants should
demonstrate a high level of competency and experience
in ecological monitoring within the framework of adaptive
management of natural communities and sensitive species
habitats. We are seeking a practitioner, not an academic.
Education/Skills: A Ph.D., or M.S. and the equivalent in
experience, in conservation biology, natural resources
management or environmental science and a minimum
of five (5) years of related practical experience in natural
areas planning or management. To Apply: Qualified
applicants must provide a detailed letter of interest, current
resume, three (3) examples of professional writing, salary
requirements, and three (3) professional references. Mail or
email these materials to: Sherry Teresa, Executive Director,
Center for Natural Lands Management, 425 East Alvarado
Street, Suite H, Fallbrook, CA 92028-2960. 760 731-7790,
steresa@cnlm.org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Director of Stewardship - We are currently seeking a team
leader to oversee the management of all Conservancyowned lands in Pennsylvania, as well as direct ecological
management and restoration components of a state
conservation program based in Harrisburg. In addition to
acting as liaison to public and private partners, this position
will recruit, hire, and supervise stewardship program staff.
The Director of Stewardship has primary responsibility for
developing and monitoring annual budgets and operational
plans. BS and 3-5 years experience required in natural
resource management in a conservation setting, as
well as successful supervisory experience. Successful
experience working with government agencies on land and
water management issues and in fire management and/or
invasives control highly desirable. Only those applicants that
submit a resume, cover letter & salary requirements will be
considered. Please apply to Job #DOS at pacareers@tnc.
org. No phone calls please. Close Date: Until Filled.
Policy Coordinator - The mission of the Wild Salmon Center
is to identify, understand and protect the best wild salmon
ecosystems of the Pacific Rim. We devise and implement
practical strategies, based on the best science, to protect
forever these extraordinary places and their biodiversity.
The Wild Salmon Center is an international organization
with operations in the Russian Far East, Kamchatka, the
Olympic Peninsula, and on the Oregon Coast. The home
office is located in Portland, Oregon with satellite offices in
Port Angeles, Washington and in Petropavlovsk, Russia. The
State of the Salmon consortium is a joint project between
the Wild Salmon Center and Ecotrust. Located in Portland,
it works to build the world’s most credible, comprehensive
source of data and information on North Pacific salmon to
inform salmon conservation and management for long-term
sustainability. Reporting to the Vice President for Science,
the State of the Salmon Policy Coordinator?s principal
responsibility is to facilitate the maximum effectiveness of
the State of the Salmon Team in achieving its mission of
communicating the condition of salmon and contributing
to human attempts to sustain wild salmon biodiversity in
perpetuity. This role will require knowledge of fisheries
management and policy processes, experience in working
with diverse constituencies and management expertise. It
is a full-time position based at the Wild Salmon Center?s
headquarters, in Portland, Oregon. Qualifications: Master’s
degree in natural resource policy, marine policy, or similar
program; Ability to develop working partnerships with
state, federal and tribal fishery managers, non-profits, etc.;
Knowledge of regional salmon management and policy
issues; Demonstrated capacity to assess and take advantage
of policy opportunities; Excellent writing, analytical and oral
communications skills; Demonstrated relationship builder
and ability to lead a multidisciplinary team; and Coalition
or legislative staff experience preferred. Send resume and
list of references to: SoS Policy Coordinator Application,
Wild Salmon Center, Natural Capital Center, 721 NW Ninth
Avenue, Suite 290, Portland, Oregon 97209-3451. Or to
info@wildsalmoncenter.org. Please insert Policy Coordinator
Application in the subject line. Close Date: Until Filled.
Conservation Project Manager - The Conservation
Project Manager is responsible for researching, editing
and successfully writing grant proposals seeking potential
foundation and government funding. Works closely with
TNC program staff to identify fundable priority work and grant
funding opportunities. Monitors activities of grant funded
programs to insure compliance with grantors’ requests
and produces or coordinates the production of required
reports. Works with grants specialist or administrator to
structure, track and report on grant programs, both public
and privately funded. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and
3 to 5 years related experience in successful grant writing,
researching and editing. Proven track record of successful
grant writing and grants management. Knowledge of current
trends in the conservation field. Superb writing, editing and
verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational and
proofreading skills. Ability to set priorities, organize and
manage diverse activities. Meet deadlines. Successful
experience in interviewing, researching, and compiling
information from many sources. Demonstrated experience
in MS Office, Word, and Excel. Ability to use advanced
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computer functions including navigating the Internet.
Ability to manipulate, analyze and interpret data. To apply
for this position, send your resume, cover letter and
salary requirements to: The Nature Conservancy, 222 S.
Westmonte Drive, Suite 300, Altamonte Springs, Florida
32714, Attn: Sherry Gardner. Or via email: sgardner@tnc.
org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Prospect Information Specialist - The Prospect Information
Specialist has principal responsibility for analyzing information
on the giving capacity and interests of potential prospects
for major gifts identified by the Worldwide Office research
department and other sources in order to help prioritize and
develop broad strategies for groups of prospects. S/he
also conducts research as needed on individual prospects
using print and electronic sources of information. The
Prospect Information Specialist works closely with Florida
staff and Worldwide Office staff in FMS and Research. This
position may supervise volunteers and interns.The Prospect
Information Specialist has responsibility for the content
and accuracy of all philanthropy databases, ensuring that
gifts and pledges are properly allocated and tracked and
that all interactions with major donors, prospect ratings,
changes of address and other data are entered into Team
Approach (The Nature Conservancy’s fundraising database
of record) and other chapter data bases in an accurate and
timely manner. S/he is responsible for providing timely
and accurate coding for charitable gifts and pledges to the
Philanthropy Systems Specialist as well for the timely and
accurate recording of background information on donors
and prospects. S/he arranges data in specified sequences,
assigns codes, and updates files used in preparing reports
and master lists, and runs such reports and lists on a regular
or as-requested basis. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in
marketing, communications or a related field and three or
more years experience in prospect research experience.
Solid knowledge of word-processing, database management
and spreadsheet software, along with ability to navigate and
use the Internet. Knowledge of fundraising principles and
practices, preferably in a non-profit environment. Ability to
conduct research with an emphasis on assessing wealth and
giving capacity. Strong organizational skills and attention to
detail. To Apply, Send Cover Letter and Resume To: Toni
Stelter, Florida Major Gifts Manager, C/o Heather Zarcone,
Receptionist/Clerical Assistant, The Nature Conservancy,
222 S. Westmonte Drive, Ste. 300, Altamonte Springs, FL
32714. Email: hzarcone@tnc.org. No phone calls please.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Associate/Assistant Director of Development – Arizona.
Responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and
acknowledging gifts for Audubon Arizona in Phoenix,
Arizona. Participates in setting annual performance goals
for development activity and results. Manages a caseload
of approximately 150 prospects ranging from established
individual and corporate donors to new prospects with no
prior Audubon association. Reports all activity monthly to
the Director of Development to ensure effective cultivation
ending in eventual closure of major gifts. Participates
in additional support activities of state development
department including “Bird-A-Thons”, special events, and
other meetings. Will also be responsible for managing
the day to day activities of the Development office, as
the Director of Development concentrates on the capital
campaign activities. Qualifications: Bachelors degree
required; Advanced study preferred; Eight to ten years of
professional development experience, including prior major
gift solicitation. Working knowledge of Phoenix donor base,
community leadership, and philanthropic activity highly
desirable; Be comfortable and productive in a fast-paced,
collegial, team, results oriented environment while being
responsible for attaining own annual performance goals;
Be articulate and engaging, possessing interpersonal
skills that can engage and be receptive to donor interest
and perspectives. Be well organized and able to handle
details while pursuing overall goals; must be able to adapt
quickly to a new organization, Self-starter, and quickly
create a positive network of relationships out in the field.
Will represent Audubon’s mission, goals, and philosophies
with the highest professional standards. Computer literate;
knowledge of Word, Excel, Access, Power Point desirable.
For more information please contact Randy Schilling.
rschilling@audubon.org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Executive Director – Texas. Audubon seeks a dynamic,
creative State Executive Director to lead the implementation
of its ambitious strategic vision by attracting significant new
resources and talent to this well-established organization.
The Executive Director will be the chief executive officer
for Audubon in Texas and will exercise broad management
and leadership responsibility in developing and supervising
all its facilities and programs statewide. The Executive
Director reports to the Chief Field Operations Officer, and
will be jointly supervised by the Audubon Texas state board
of directors, which is an advisory board. The Executive
Director and all employees of Audubon Texas are employees
of National Audubon Society. The Executive Director will
be appointed an officer of National Audubon Society and
will participate as a member of a team of state directors to
help achieve Audubon goals. Qualifications: The successful
candidate will be a creative leader who is passionate about
Audubon’s vision. The individual must embrace Audubon’s
distinct grassroots foundation and believe firmly in its
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non-partisan, collaborative approach to public policy. The
position calls for an entrepreneurial spirit coupled with strong
business and management skills. The Executive Director
must be a strategic thinker, persuasive communicator, an
excellent fundraiser and be able to engage the diverse
communities of Texas. Audubon Texas is seeking: An
engaging leader; an individual who can inspire and motivate
staff, volunteers, donors, potential partners, and who will
enthusiastically embrace the full array of duties required in
this position: strategic planning, organizational management,
public policy advocacy, grass roots work, fund raising,
communications, and partnership building. A seasoned
organizational leader with at least ten years of progressively
responsible experience with private, non-profit, or public
sector organizations, including five years at management
level with comparable staff and budget. Proven visionary
leadership and effective management of an organization of
talented professionals, ideally one with multiple offices or
sites. Experience managing institutional growth and change.
An individual who is knowledgeable and passionate about
Texas, its heritage, natural resources, and its conservation
issues. An enthusiastic and skilled executive in marketing
and fund raising, ideally including campaign experience
and work with major donors. Demonstrated outstanding
stakeholder relations skills; an ability to work with a wide
range of individuals, volunteers, donors, and organizations
on the local, regional and national level. Ability to establish
productive working relationships with diverse constituencies.
Excellent oral and written communications skills, including
substantial public speaking experience. The candidate
should be a leader who can develop and maintain effective
representation of Audubon in Texas and nationally, building
public recognition of its brand and mission. Willingness and
ability to travel routinely throughout the state and elsewhere
as required. A Search Committee will oversee the recruitment
process. Please submit a cover letter, including salary
requirements, and a résumé to: Seniorpositions@audubon.
org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Center & Campaign Director – Seattle, WA. The Director
of the Seward Park Environmental and Audubon Center
must be a charismatic leader with the skills of a fundraiser,
environmental educator, entrepreneur, manager, strategic
planner, and program builder. He or she must be able to
mobilize the southeast eattle community and campaign
volunteers to complete the capital campaign for the Center,
and work with a partnership of public and private entities
create and administer a flagship Audubon Center in the
heart of Seattle. He or she will be responsible for working
closely with the Centers and Education Director in the
final phases as planning and development; all aspects of
fundraising, operating, and managing the Center and its
educational programs; and for carrying out the mission of
Audubon Washington and the National Audubon Society at
the Center. Qualifications: Minimum Bachelors degree in
education, nonprofit management, environmental studies,
or related field; graduate degree preferred. At least five
years of leadership experience in nature centers, science
museums, zoos, other field studies programs, or other
public or private programs emphasizing science or nature
education. Demonstrated fundraising ability and success.
Capital and community fundraising campaign experience
preferred. Working knowledge of local conservation issues
and ability to articulate them and inspire participation.
Working knowledge of outdoor environmental educational
program design, implementation, and assessment. Working
knowledge of volunteer board management and motivation.
Superior writing, speaking, and presentation skills. Proven
experience in budget development, financial reporting,
and management. Demonstrated leadership abilities,
including effective community outreach. Demonstrated
success in working with multi-ethnic, multi-lingual, and
urban audiences and stakeholders. Demonstrated success
in teaching and mentoring youth and teens. Demonstrated
success in the management of very motivated staff and
volunteers. Proficiency with standard word processing,
spreadsheet, presentation, e-mail, and internet browser
programs. Bilingual abilities desired, but not required. Strong
connection with southeast Seattle community and political
leaders desired. Working knowledge of environmental health
and environmental justice issues and programs desired.
Contact: HumanResources@audubon.org; phone: 212
979-3000. Address: 700 Broadway, New York, NY 10003.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Assistant Director of Conservation – Arkansas.
Duties: Development and implementation of conservation
easement, development rights, and acquisition programs.
Development of watershed protection ordinances, facilitating
the adoption of ordinances in target municipalities.
Development, facilitation, and management of watershed
committees. Management of the development of outreach
and education materials. Development and implementation
of habitat conservation programs. Manager and contact
point for Audubon activities in the NW Region of Arkansas.
Qualifications: Excellent organizational skills; ability to
work with minimum supervision on multiple assignments
and projects; excellent communications skills and an ability
to work well with people; computer design skill to develop
information materials is desirable; MS degree in a related
field is desired. Experience with Microsoft programs;
GIS skill a bonus. Send letter of introduction and resume
to: Kevin Pierson, Director of Conservation, Audubon
Arkansas, Heritage West, Suite 450, 201 East Markham
Street, Little Rock, AR 72201. Email: kpierson@audubon.
org. 501-244-2229 (phone). 501-244-2231 (fax). Close
Date: Until Filled.
Program Leader
Senior Program Officer
Kathryn S. Fuller Innovations Fund
Washington, District of Columbia
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the global conservation
organization, seeks an effective, energetic person
to oversee the new Kathryn S. Fuller Innovations
Fund within our Conservation Science Program.
The Program Leader will coordinate all aspects
of the program, which includes post-doctoral
fellowships, visiting scholars, annual symposia,
regular seminars, and small grants. Major duties
include helping to design the new program,
overseeing the fellowship selection process,
developing themes and topics for symposia and
seminars, organizing these events, and working
closely with WWF staff to integrate the Fund into
our global conservation activities. Other duties
include liaising effectively with universities and
prospective fellows and speakers, communicating
externally about the Fund, coordinating gatherings
for fellows, and fundraising to grow the Fund.
Position requires at least a Master’s degree in
Conservation Biology or related field, five to
seven years of experience in conservation, firm
understanding of current conservation science
issues, demonstrated project management
experience, and exceptional organizational,
communications,
and
interpersonal
skills.
Experience in web content management and
event planning preferred; competency in a
foreign language ideal. We encourage interested
applicants to apply by February 15, 2006.
issues. A proven record of leadership of and effective work
in partnerships and coalitions. A strong background in and
familiarity with federal, state and local governments and
in public policy processes and institutions. Strong writing
skills and the ability to speak effectively in public. Extensive
experience in effectively representing issues and positions to
the media. Strong organizational and management skills and
the ability to maintain an effective working environment while
working under pressure. Please send resume and cover
letter to: NTWC Director Search, c/o Wildlands CPR, PO Box
7516, Missoula, MT 59807. Close Date: Until Filled.
Regional Program Coordinator - The Regional Program
Coordinator is responsible for providing programmatic
and administrative support to The Wilderness Society’s
six person California/Nevada regional team. This is an
excellent opportunity for an entry level position with The
Wilderness Society (TWS), a national non-profit membership
organization devoted to the conservation of wilderness and
public lands. The Regional Program Coordinator will spend
the majority of their time (70%) providing programmatic
assistance to the regional program staff. The Coordinator
will work on a wide variety of projects related to conservation
issues such as wilderness designation, forest management,
wildfire, desert protection, and off-road vehicle use. The
Regional Program Coordinator will spend the rest of their
time (30%) providing light administrative assistance. The
ideal candidate is a highly organized, energetic self-starter
who is committed to conservation and excited about being
a member of a dynamic, creative, busy team. This individual
must be willing to work on a wide range of projects, be able
to juggle competing priorities, and bear responsibility for
the implementation of discrete projects often with minimal
supervision. Strong research, writing and communication
skills are essential. Familiarity with conservation issues,
particularly in California, is desirable. The ability to work
well and communicate with a diverse array of people is
necessary. Flexibility, reliability, and a calm, pleasant “cando” attitude are musts. Submit résumé, cover letter, writing
samples and references to: The Wilderness Society, Attn:
Regional Program Coordinator, Presidio Building #1016, P.O.
Box 29241, San Francisco, CA 94129. Fax: 415-561-6640.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Director of Annual Campaign - Responsible for soliciting
major gifts for Audubon of Connecticut. Helps set and
achieve annual campaign goals for Audubon Centers in
Connecticut. Initiates, organizes, and follows up educational
and fundraising events. Qualifications: Bachelors degree
required; Master’s degree and/or advanced study preferred;
Five to Ten years of professional face-to-face solicitation
experience. Be comfortable and productive in a fastpaced, collegial, team, results oriented environment while
being responsible for attaining own annual performance
goals; Superior interpersonal, creative, organizational
skills. Attention to detail. Self-starter. Will represent
Audubon’s mission, goals, and philosophies with the highest
professional standards. Computer literate; knowledge
of Word, Excel, Access, Power Point desirable. Please
fax or email cover letter and resume to (203) 869-4437,
humanresources@audubon.org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Policy Analyst - The Wilderness Society (TWS), a national
non-profit membership organization devoted to preserving
wilderness and wildlife, seeks a policy analyst with strong
experience working with Congress and/or land management
agencies on federal policy and budget matters to join its
Wildland Fire Program. The Policy Analyst will be the lead
person responsible for crafting and implementing strategies
to achieve goals tied to wildland fire policy and funding
reforms based on their original review and understanding
of existing fire policy and annual appropriations. More
specifically, the Policy Analyst will assess current wildland
fire and landscape-restoration policies, laws and regulations,
and institutional (dis)incentives, and identify opportunities
for reform and strategies to achieve that reform. To that
end, the Analyst must demonstrate an ability to understand
federal budget and policy nuance and have a proven record
of success working with Congress and/or land management
agency leaders. Experience working successfully with the
media is important The ideal candidate’s strong background
in policy research is coupled with significant experience in
advocacy, campaign, environment, and/or political work,
good strategic instincts, excellent writing skills, an ability
to work cooperatively across organizational departments
and programs, and a record of successful media relations
and broader communications initiatives for a diverse array
of audiences. This is a senior position on the team and
reports to the Director of the Wildland Fire Campaign. The
Wilderness Society offered a very competitive salary and
benefits package, including health and dental insurance
and a pension plan. Submit resume and cover letter to:
Kelly White, Director of Human Resources, The Wilderness
Society, 1615 M Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036. Fax:
202-454-2546. Close Date: Until Filled.
Director - The Natural Trails and Waters Coalition works
to protect and restore all public lands and waters from
the damage caused by dirt bikes, jet skis and all other
off-road vehicles. To achieve its mission, the Coalition is
using a variety of legislative, administrative, legal, media,
and grassroots strategies targeted at those who manage
or make decisions or policies regarding our state and
federal public lands. The Director provides the vision and
leadership to guide Natural Trails and its national campaign.
This includes developing strategy and direction for and
overseeing implementation of the campaign as well as
supervising a staff of two. As the Coalition’s senior staff
person, the Director also serves as the primary spokesman
and point of contact for the media, congressional offices,
departments and agencies, and other outside organizations
and individuals. It is the Director’s responsibility to assign
specific tasks to staff based on his or her assessment of how
best to accomplish the Coalition’s work. The ideal candidate
should possess the following skills and experience: A record
of success directing grassroots advocacy campaign work
in a highly complex, multi-layered, intellectually charged
work environment. Strong understanding and knowledge
in environmental advocacy, public policy, political issues,
media outlets, grassroots organizing, and/or public lands
Forest Campaign Manager - The Forest Campaign will
focus on restoration forestry and roadless area protection,
including designing and implementing comprehensive
conservation strategies for number of ecologically important
forest landscapes. The manger will also work to apply
lessons learned from that work toward national policy.The
Montana Forest campaign will have capacity in areas of
ecology, economics, policy and communication, which will
be coordinated by the manager. The manager will ensure
that team members have specific goals, communicate
effectively with each other, are clear on their individual
roles and responsibilities, and are well-integrated into
the campaign. The Manager needs to be committed to
grounding conservation and advocacy in science and
policy, as well as being effective when communicating to
the general public, communities and opinion leaders.The
manager will work to build relationships with stakeholders
in key communities such as local officials, Forest Service
land managers, relevant state officials, and a wide
range of conservation partners. The ideal candidate has:
Minimum of five years experience working in campaigns
designed to achieve stronger stewardship and protection
on National Forests. Successful track record of working
with a wide range of interests including local citizens and
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stakeholders, conservation organizations, federal, state,
and/or local agencies. Experience with and knowledge
of National Forest management policies. Demonstrated
ability to translate and use scientific information in the
development of a campaign based on conservation biology
and resource and community economics. Demonstrated
ability to communicate with diverse interests in an effective
manner. Must be highly motivated, a self starter, and able
to manage effectively multiple demands and deadlines.
Must have a broad view of conservation issues and
have demonstrated the ability to think strategically about
conservation campaigns. Must be able to lead and work
effectively in a team environment. Demonstrated ability to
lead and coordinate with diverse groups and individuals.
Excellent analytical and communication skills, ability to write
and speak concisely and persuasively, and competent in
typing and personal computer skills. Bachelor’s degree and
graduate courses or comparable work experience in natural
resource management or related field. Submit résumé, cover
letter, writing samples and references to: Anne Rockhold,
The Wilderness Society, 503 W. Mendenhall St., Bozeman,
MT 59715. Close Date: Until Filled.
Regional Development Director - TWS’s major gifts
program is complex and comprehensive. The major gifts
department of The Wilderness Society contributes anywhere
from 15 - 25% of annual revenue ($2,500,000 - $4,000,000),
through unrestricted and restricted gifts ranging in amount
from $1,000 to over $1 million. Nationwide, nearly 1,000
donors are considered Advocates for Wilderness; they
give $1,000 or more annually. Over the last six years, the
program has grown to include six Regional Development
Directors (in Seattle, San Francisco, Durango, Minneapolis,
and Washington, D.C.), plus a Campaign Coordinator, Major
Gifts Coordinator, two research staff, and two support staff
in the D.C. office. The Midwest Regional Development
Director will responsibility for major gifts fundraising for
the Midwest regions, and will have particular responsibility
for developing a cohesive and comprehensive major gifts
program for the metro Chicago and Minneapolis areas.
Significant travel will be required. Qualifications: Proven
track record in major gifts fundraising. Six years of major
gift fundraising required. Evidence of increasing major gifts
fundraising experience, and ability to close six- and sevenfigure gifts. Conservation knowledge coupled with deep
knowledge of individual funding sources desired. Excellent
communication skills (written and verbal). Focus must be on
the bottom line and attaining goals, and engaging program
and senior staff and volunteers effectively to secure gifts.
Please send resume, cover letter, and writing sample to:
Vera Lochan, The Wilderness Society, 1615 M Street, N.W.,
Suite 100, Washington, D.C. 20036. Fax: 202-454-2546.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Director of Development - The Wilderness Society (TWS),
a national conservation organization working to protect
America’s wilderness, seeks a Director of Development
Operations. The Director oversees the operations of the
Development department including planning, implementing
and directing a comprehensive donor cultivation and
outreach program. Responsibilities include creating and
implementing procedures, setting priorities, maintaining the
budget, and overseeing proactive research and prospect
management. The position is based in The Wilderness
Society’s Washington, DC headquarters. TWS also has nine
regionally-based offices in Anchorage, Atlanta, Boston, Boise,
Bozeman, Denver, Durango, San Francisco, and Seattle.
Qualifications: Minimum 6 years experience overseeing
the operations of a busy development department including
experience in planning, staff management, high dollar direct
mail, budget preparation, database management, special
events and marketing. BA degree required. Experience
with Team Approach database preferred. Submit resume,
cover letter, and references to: Kelly White, The Wilderness
Society, 1615 M Street, N.W., Suite 100, Washington, D.C.
20036. Fax: 202-429-3945. Close Date: Until Filled.
Director - The Wilderness Society (TWS) works to protect
America’s wilderness and wild lands, with a focus on our
public lands. The Director for Wildlife Refuges and Wildlife
is responsible for developing and leading The Wilderness
Society’s program for protection and proper management
of land in the National Wildlife Refuge System and other
high priority wildlands. Included in this responsibility is
leadership of TWS’s campaign to protect the Arctic National
Wildlife Refuge. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required.
Graduate degree strongly preferred. Minimum six years
practical experience in a public policy role such as working
with a federal or state agency, elected officials or leaders,
or with a conservation or other non profit organization.
Additional relevant policy experience preferred, as well
as experience working with the media. Experience with
wildlife or land conservation issues and with the National
Wildlife Refuge System strongly preferred. Excellent written
and verbal communication and strong advocacy skills
are required. Position requires excellent organizational
skills, attention to detail, willingness to take initiative, and
ability to work effectively under pressure. Must be able to
plan and implement comprehensive, goal-oriented issue
campaigns. Computer proficiency is required. Some travel
is required. Working hours must be flexible enough to
adapt to congressional schedules. Please submit resume,
cover letter, and writing sample to: The Wilderness Society,
Attention: Louise Tucker, 1615 M Street, N.W., Suite 100,
Washington, D.C. 20036. Fax: 202-429-3945. Close Date:
Until Filled.
Director, Major Gifts - TWS’s major gifts program is
complex and comprehensive. The major gifts department
of The Wilderness Society contributes anywhere from 15
- 25% of annual revenue ($2,500,000 - $4,000,000), through
unrestricted and restricted gifts ranging in amount from
$1,000 to over $1 million. Nationwide, nearly 1,000 donors
are considered Advocates for Wilderness, because they
give $1,000 or more annually. Over the last six years, the
program has grown to include six Regional Development
Directors (in Seattle, San Francisco, Durango, Minneapolis,
and Washington, D.C.), plus a Campaign Coordinator, Major
Gifts Coordinator, and two support staff in the D.C. office.
The Eastern Region Director will have supervisory and
management responsibilities for major gifts fundraising for
the Northeast, Atlantic, Southeast, and Midwest regions, and
will have particular responsibility for developing a cohesive
and comprehensive major gifts program for the metro
New York City area. Qualifications: Proven track record in
major gifts fundraising. Six years of major gift fundraising
required. Evidence of increasing supervisory and fundraising
management experience. Conservation knowledge coupled
with deep knowledge of individual funding sources desired.
Excellent communication skills. Focus must be on the bottom
line and attaining goals, and motivating staff to perform and
secure gifts. Submit resume, cover letter, and brief writing
sample to: Elizabeth North, Vice President, Campaign and
Leadership Gifts, The Wilderness Society, 1615 M Street,
N.W., Suite 100, Washington, D.C. 20036. Fax: 202-4293945. Close Date: Until Filled.
Associate Director - The Assistant Director of Conservation
Planning provides scientific leadership and management
for the Conservancy’s conservation planning and GIS
(Geographic Information Systems) work statewide. The
Director oversees and leads the chapter’s Measures of
Success (MOS) program, which includes developing
methods and tools to track ecoregional and statewide
progress towards goals. This work will involve close
coordination with the Conservancy’s Conservation Measures
Group, senior management, and staff. A strong team ethic
is required to effectively collaborate with other scientists
and conservation staff across ecoregions and OUs to
identify and resolve issues and to widely communicate
solutions and best practices. In addition, the Director will
have responsibility for leading Conservancy efforts to
incorporate climate change predictions into ecoregional
and statewide planning efforts, as well as into analyses for
project-based work; this work will reply, in part, on developing
key partnerships with external experts. The Director will
supervise the Manager of Ecoregional Planning and the
Manager of GIS and must have a proven track record of
strong personnel management. The Director serves as a
spokesperson for TNC with public and private conservation
partners, natural resource agencies, scientific organizations,
and the academic community to facilitate effective, sciencebased conservation. Qualifications: Advanced degree in
geography, ecology, the natural sciences, or information
management. Five years experience in conservation
or natural resources management with experience in
developing and applying practical applications of scientific
concepts and technical innovations for conservation
purposes. Experience in biodiversity conservation planning
at multiple scales. Experience in the spatial and cartographic
representation of biological data sets. Demonstrated skill
manipulating, analyzing and interpreting spatial and tabular
data. Demonstrated proficiency with GIS systems such as
ARC/INFO or ArcView. Experience in complex geospatial
analysis, including applications of remote sensing and spatial
simulation, highly desirable. Demonstrated experience
with standard graphical, statistical and database software
packages. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications,
including MS Office, Word, Excel, and Access. Good grasp
of biological and land and water conservation issues highly
desirable. Familiarity with recent literature and concepts
in conservation biology related to conservation planning,
applying GIS tools to ecological questions, and climate
changes predictions and analyses. Understands customer
needs and delivers practical, adaptable products and
services within deadline. Supervisory experience required.
Ability to motivate teams and individuals. Proven project
management experience in accurately scoping, setting
priorities, and managing finances, people and workloads.
Skilled in working with decentralized teams and providing
effective leadership. Please send cover letter and resume
to: TNC Search Committee, 217 Pine St, #1100, Seattle,
WA 98101 or email: wa_reception@tnc.org. Close Date:
Until Filled.
Program Director - Responsible for developing and
implementing conservation strategies at multiple scales in
the Upper Mississippi River Basin in cooperation with five
state chapters, the U.S. Central Region, and the Worldwide
Office. Work includes strategic leadership as well as
application of various conservation tools, including planning
and implementation. Position typically involves working
across state and geographical boundaries and requires
the ability to work with and influence others in leadership
positions both within and outside of the Conservancy. Direct
this multi-faceted program by providing leadership and
working collaboratively with staff, Conservancy leadership,
landowners, corporations, donors, government agencies
and Board/Trustee members. The UMR Program Director
is responsible for program funding, budget administration
and monitoring. Manage and supervise staff, interns or
volunteers at various locations. Must be able to travel
30-40% of time as needed to manage projects and make
presentations. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and at least
7 years related experience, including previous experience
working at a senior level, or equivalent combination. Master’s
degree preferred. Extensive management experience,
including ability to motivate, lead, set individual and programwide objectives, and manage performance of a large
multi-disciplinary team. Ability to foster and environment
of creativity and professional growth. Strategic vision.
Expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in river
conservation . Positive reputation for excellence within
discipline. Excellent conceptual and communication skills.
Successful experience in creating new initiatives to address
long-standing problems. Creativity essential. Please forward
a cover letter and resume no later than to Karen Spiller via
email at kspiller@tnc.org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Director of Conservation Science - The Center for Natural
Lands Management (San Diego Co., California) seeks
an exceptional and highly motivated individual to lead its
conservation science program. This person will play a
vital role in defining the quality of science that is applied
to lands under the management responsibility of CNLM.
The Director of Conservation Science (DCS) will ensure
that CNLM’s conservation programs advance based on
the best available science. The DCS will be responsible
for increasing the CNLM’s effectiveness and efficiency in
conserving species, habitats, and ecosystems, and resolving
other critical science issues including how to measure the
effectiveness of our conservation stewardship strategies.
This position will be responsible for the development,
dissemination and promotion of sound natural resources
land management practices and their application applied
to CNLM’s preserves. The DCS supports the Preserve
Managers in all field activities including site- and ecoregional
based planning, preserve development and monitoring,
measures of success implementation, monitoring-protocol
development and implementation, coordination of fieldwork
for ecological research and general science guidance, and
methods and technical support needed to complete and
implement preserve management plans and annual work
plans. The DCS helps to identify priority conservation targets,
threats to those targets, strategies to abate those threats,
and indicators to monitor and measure the impact of those
strategies. A strong team ethic is required to effectively
collaborate with colleagues and external partners in order
to develop innovative, adaptable, and scientifically credible
methods, analyses, and decision-making tools. The DCS
also is responsible for engaging external conservation
scientists and research institutions as partners in the
work of the Center, and serves as a liaison with state and
federal resource agencies. Qualifications: Applicants should
demonstrate a high level of competency and experience
in ecological monitoring within the framework of adaptive
management of natural communities and sensitive species
habitats. We are seeking a practitioner, not an academic.
Education/Skills: A Ph.D., or M.S. and the equivalent in
experience, in conservation biology, natural resources
management or environmental science and a minimum
of five (5) years of related practical experience in natural
areas planning or management. To Apply: Qualified
applicants must provide a detailed letter of interest, current
resume, three (3) examples of professional writing, salary
requirements, and three (3) professional references. Mail or
email these materials to: Sherry Teresa, Executive Director,
Center for Natural Lands Management, 425 East Alvarado
Street, Suite H, Fallbrook, CA 92028-2960. 760 731-7790,
steresa@cnlm.org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Facilitator - Several members of the R.I. Habitat Restoration
Team recently volunteered to form a work group to conduct
research and draft background materials regarding past,
ongoing, and potential future restoration activities around
the State as a basis for developing an overall state-wide
habitat restoration strategy and associated priorities.
Types of restoration include anadromous fish passage,
dune, eelgrass, forest, fresh water wetland, grassland,
riparian buffer, tidal wetland, and shellfish. The following
outlines a scope of work to assist these individuals and the
Restoration Team in organizing the effort to develop a draft
and final strategy. Task 1 – Facilitate Initial Discussions and
Track Outputs of Work Group Volunteer Authors – Assist in
organizing and facilitating discussions of work group to: (1)
refine charge; and (2) establish basic organizational structure
for materials (i.e. what should be covered in each habitat
section). Initial discussions will be via conference call and
email. Brief notes from discussions will be drafted and sent
to the Restoration Team. Plan for an initial organizational
meeting followed by a status report meeting approximately
two weeks later. January 2006. Task 2 – Compile Preliminary
Draft Strategy – Compile written materials prepared by
each volunteer author into a single document. Prepare an
introductory section and an initial overall strategy section
(based on the individual habitat sections). Mid-February
2006. Task 3 – Facilitate Author Review and Comment
- Circulate preliminary draft strategy to volunteer authors
and schedule a meeting to review and discuss the draft.
Revise the draft based on discussion and circulate to
Restoration Team. Mid-March 2006. Task 4 – Compile
Restoration Team Comments and Facilitate Restoration
Team Discussion – Compile and summarize comments from
the Restoration Team. Facilitate discussion at Restoration
Team meeting regarding the strategy and priorities. April
2006. Task 5 – Prepare Final Strategy Document – Revise
draft strategy based on Restoration Team meeting and
prepare final strategy. May 2006. Task 6 – Coordinate with
Work Group– Assume three meetings with work group as
follows: (1) kick off to discuss scope and contents of strategy
document; (2) check point to discuss status and make any
necessary mid-course decisions (timed to coincide with
preliminary draft); and (3) post Restoration Team meeting
to discuss move from draft to final document. Please send
resume and correspondence to: Scott Ruhren, Ph.D., The
Audubon Society of Rhode Island, 12 Sanderson Road,
Smithfield, RI 02917-2600 (please, no phone calls). Close
Date: Until Filled.
Associate Director, Oceans and Coastal Policy - The
new Nicholas Institute of Environmental Policy Solutions at
Duke University is in the process of hiring its core substantive
positions. We are currently interviewing for an economist, this
ocean and coastal policy position, and an upcoming water
management and policy position. The Associate Director
will work closely with the Director and staff of the Institute
to identify and develop substantive projects. In addition, the
Associate Director will work to help further the Institute’s
mission, recruit participants from a wide range of disciplines
to tackle projects, and manage the projects once begun. The
Nicholas Institute, a newly-formed, University-wide applied
policy institute, will seek to improve the communication of
scientific understanding and policy approaches to policymakers, business leaders and journalists concerned
with environmental issues. The candidate should have a
demonstrated ability to communicate scientific understanding
and policy approaches to the Institute’s target audiences.
The ideal candidate should ideally have experience in both
the academic science and environmental policy arenas.
If the candidate has more scientific expertise, a Masters
degree in an environmentally-related scientific or engineering
discipline is required; a Ph.D. in these fields is preferred.
For candidates with more legal experience, a law degree
is required and either a Masters in ocean related science,
or significant experience working on scientific or technically
based issues. Candidates must possess exceptional oral
and written communication skills, have project management
experience, and have both grant proposal and legislative
writing experience. It is also anticipated that the Associate
Director will hold an appointment in the Nicholas School as
a Research Scientist, or at a comparable level. Interested
applicants should contact Tim Profeta or Lydia Olander
at (919) 613-8709 or Tim.Profeta@duke.edu; Lydia.
Olander@duke.edu. We will be interviewing for this position
soon. We’d like to get someone up and running and into the
current discussion on the major oceans reports from last year
and the reauthorization of the Magnuson - Stevens which is
underway in the Senate. Close Date: Until Filled.
Environmental Educator/Public Programs Coordinator
- Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, Lanesboro,
Minnesota. Full-time, year-round Public Programs
Coordinator will instruct students during the school year,
market Eagle Bluff facilities to potential summer users,
and coordinate all aspects of the overnight and day camp
programs. This person is also responsible for planning and
implementing community programs or special events hosted
by Eagle Bluff.
Training and Skills: B.A/B.S. in environmental education,
biology, natural resources, or related field. Experience
in environmental and outdoor education, including
natural history knowledge and outdoor recreation skills.
Self-motivation, flexibility, enthusiasm, creativity, and
organizational skills. Experience planning and coordinating
events. Preferred certifications include, but are not limited to:
CDL, Class B with passenger endorsement, First Responder,
Life Guarding, and Firearms Safety Instructor. Detailed job
info: www.eagle-bluff.org. Please submit a cover letter and
resume to: Director of Operations, Eagle Bluff Environmental
Learning Center, RR2 Box 156A, Lanesboro, MN 55949;
507-467-2437. Deadline: February 15, 2006
Senior Naturalist - The Martha Lafite Thompson Nature
Sanctuary is a not-for-profit corporation located northeast of
Kansas City, MO. The Sanctuary is located on 96 acres, and
is home to a 6,800 square foot nature center, two houses,
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and other structures. Annual visitation is approximately
22,000. Responsibilities for position include: Coordinates,
develops, implements & increases interpretive programs
and activities for schools & public through on and off-site
programming. Schedules all school, public, birthday, scout
and special event programs. Establishes and coordinates
an effective volunteer program. Develops and maintains
displays, other exhibits, and signage. Establishes and
maintains internship program with area colleges and
universities. Director of Day Camp program. Coordinating
and/or assisting with special events. Assists director in
researching, writing, and editing grants. Establishes and
maintains contacts with city and local college officials and
represents the sanctuary at informational booths and other
community events. Assists with land management projects
as time permits. Assists with light maintenance tasks. Works
weekends and evenings as needed. Individual responsible
for representing the sanctuary in a professional manner
and present a positive attitude to the general public and
co-workers. Other duties as assigned. Send thoughtful
letter of interest, current resume, and references to: Carla
Fairbanks, 407 N. LaFrenz Road, Liberty, MO 64068. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Education Specialist – Alaska. Develop and lead
strategically-selected education activities to increase public
understanding about nature, build a culture of conservation,
and complement other Audubon programs in Alaska.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in education, natural
sciences, environmental studies or similar programs of study,
or equivalent experience and training, with a minimum of
three years experience. An advanced degree is a strong
plus. Must have demonstrated experience in designing,
implementing, and evaluating education programs and
teaching experience with children and adults, in formal and
informal settings. Must have excellent organizational skills,
written and verbal communication skills, and computer
literacy, particularly in word-processing, presentation, and
desk-top publishing software. Must be knowledgeable about,
and committed to, conservation of birds, other wildlife and
their habitats. Familiarity with writing grant proposals and
other forms of fund-raising is also highly desirable. Contact:
HumanResources@audubon.org; phone: 212 979-3000.
Address: 700 Broadway, New York, NY 10003. Close Date:
Until Filled.
Education Manager - The Wilderness Society is looking for
a Science Education Manager to work with our expanding
conservation team in the Northern Rockies. We are seeking
a highly skilled and creative science communications
expert to increase the impact of our scientific work on
conservation campaigns. Someone that can identify the
critical communication questions that highlight the needed
scientific information is a key part of our campaign strategy.
We need a skilled person that can leverage scientific
knowledge with agencies, academics, decision makers,
and the media to move our conservation campaign goals
The ideal candidate has shown the ability to translate
complex scientific information into outreach and education
materials that are appropriate for diverse audiences and
move a conservation agenda. The individual would be
expected to filter the masses of information, select what is
relevant, and put it into compelling language. The person
will be expected to engage in a forward looking manner
that brings scientific information to bear on conservation
issues in the Northern Rockies. Qualifications: Advanced
degree in conservation biology, economics, political science,
social science, environmental studies or related field is
required with a demonstrated ability to present scientific
information to lay audiences. Exceptional communication
skills that show the ability to translate complex ecological
and economic facts into information that can be understood
and used by the conservation community, agency staff,
and media personnel; Demonstrated ability to work with
scientists and ability to understand and translate science
essential; Significant experience in advocacy, campaign,
and environmental communication and education work
preferred; The ability to lead initiatives, juggle competing
priorities and work effectively within teams and coalitions
is important; Demonstrated ability to work independently,
think creatively, and write convincingly; Frequent, shortduration travel, both in and out of the region, is required;
This position is available immediately and is located in our
Boise, Idaho office. The Wilderness Society is an equal
opportunity employer. The Wilderness Society offers a
competitive compensation and benefits package. To apply
please submit a cover letter explaining your qualifications for
this position, resume, writing sample, and names, addresses,
phone numbers of three references to: Ms. Geri Wardlow,
Recruiting Consultant, The Wilderness Society, 1615 M
Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036. Fax: 703-327-0415.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Environmental Education Manager - Manager needed for
the Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center
to administer the operations of a 25.000 sq. foot facility
located in a 9,000 acre preserve. Primary duties include
overseeing the development of education and interpretive
programs targeting a variety of audiences, developing
budgets, coordinating facilities and exhibits maintenance,
supervising staff and volunteers, coordinating with other
professionals in a variety of fields, planning outreach
programs, conducting socio-economic research and
interacting with the public. The employee exercises a great
degree of independent judgment and initiative in this position
and assumes a great degree of responsibility in guiding a
complex and highly visible program. Work is performed under
the direct supervision of the Education Program Manager.
The qualified candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
environmental education theory and practice; evaluation
tools and their applications; social sciences research
methods; principles and practices of an organization’s
administration; budget planning and management methods;
modern information-transfer technologies and methods.
The candidate must also demonstrate an ability to: plan,
coordinate, and manage the delivery of educational
programs; plan, supervise, and review the activities of
professional and support personnel; communicate clearly
and concisely both orally and in writing; develop effective
and innovative community-based education programs;
and, think critically and creatively. Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree in environmental education, natural or
biological sciences or related field, and 5 years professional
environmental education experience; or an equivalent
combination of education, training and experience.
Highly Desirable: Experience in education delivery at an
environmental center; familiarity with: education research
techniques; community-based social marketing; Florida’s
ecology and natural history, and the cultural and socioeconomic make-up of the tri-county area around the Brooker
Creek Preserve. Special Requirements: Possession and
retention of a Florida Driver’s license. Salary: $64,055
- $96,083 (typically hiring at base). Contact: Grace Gomez,
Administrative Support Specialist, Brooker Creek Preserve
Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Rd., Tarpon
Springs, FL 34688. Email: ggomez@pinellascounty.org.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Outdoor Leaders - The Vermont Youth Conservation
Corps (VYCC) is seeking highly motivated, well-organized
individuals to train and supervise small teams of high school
and college-age crew members in our conservation work and
education program. Build cohesive teams while completing
high-priority work projects and facilitating educational
activities. Projects include state park management, trail
construction, and watershed restoration in either day
or residential settings. Salary: $420 - $560/week plus
potential for an AmeriCorps Education Award, room and
board (depending on position and contract length), and
compensated staff training upon successful completion.
The VYCC is also currently hiring 22 full-time AmeriCorps
Members in ten-month positions to complete conservation
projects and assist with emergency and disaster education
and response. Members receive a weekly stipend, room
and board, and a $4,725 education award upon successful
completion of the program. Seasonal positions begin in
April and May. Visit our website www.vycc.org today for
more information and an application or call us at: (800)
639-8922/(802) 434-3969. The VYCC is proud to be an
AmeriCorps program. Please apply on-line at www.vycc.
org or email info@vycc.org if you have any questions. Close
Date: Until Filled,
Environmental Education Instructor - The Ecology Center
at Herring Ridge is a new environmental education center
for students and the community located in the mountains of
North Carolina. In spring 2006 the Ecology Center will offer
several programs: Planet Herring Ridge for 5th-8th graders,
day programs for all grade levels and a full teambuilding
program. Herring Ridge also hosts numerous conference
and retreat groups throughout the year and staff will
assist with programming for these groups when needed.
Responsibilities include teaching environmental education
classes to elementary and middle school students with an
emphasis on forest ecology, water ecology, resource use and
character education; facilitating groups on our ropes course;
adventure programming for retreat groups and assisting with
hosting for youth and adult weekend groups as needed. Staff
will play an integral part of the development of environmental
programming at Herring Ridge, creating a foundation for this
brand new environmental center. Qualifications include BA/
BS in Environmental Education, biology, ecology, or related
field and/or previous experience teaching science in the
outdoors to children; current first aid and CPR required, life
guarding certification preferred. The ability to establish and
maintain effective working relationships including effective
communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills will
be essential. All applicants must possess self-motivation,
high energy, a team-player attitude, and willingness to
create magical moments for all of our students. $235/week
includes housing. Meals are provided when programs are
in session. Contact: Pam Clark, PO Box 256, Boomer, NC
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28606. Phone: 336.921.7035. Email: pam@herringridge.
org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Manager - BS degree in Natural Resource Management,
Outdoor Recreation, Environmental Education or related
field and three years experience. Responsible for
management of the District’s two natural areas - the Belmont
Prairie and Lyman Woods including the operations and
maintenance of the Lyman Woods Interpretive Center.
Responsibilities also include developing, implementing,
promoting and evaluating a comprehensive program
of outdoor recreation and environmental education
opportunities for school, scout, youth groups, indiviudals,
families and other groups; designing and developing nature
center exhibits; coordinating and implementing volunteer
land management activities with direction from the Parks
Division staff; personnel (staff and volunteers) and financial
management; grant writing and working with associated
community groups. $44,856 - $51,990. Contact: Karen
Shannon, Downers Grove Park District, 2455 Warrenville
Road, Downers Grove, IL 60515. Phone: 630-963-1304.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Naturalist Internship - Currently placing interns for Winter/
Spring 06, Fall 06, and Winter/Spring 07 terms with summer
jobs available. Length of stay is 4 to 6 months with possible
extension as an Administrative Intern. Location: 1,000 acre
nature preserve of protected forests, wetlands, prairies,
valleys carved by glacial melt waters, cascades, and a
natural spring for which the neighboring village is named.
Facilities: a small museum, staff housing, day lodge, camper
dorms, and nationally recognized raptor rehabilitation
center. Transportation is the responsibility of interns, the
village is within walking distance and some bicycles are
available. We can not host children or pets. Although
interns are accepted from all over the world, fluent English
skills are necessary. Benefits include: >Earn 10 graduate
or 12 undergraduate credits through Antioch College with
tuition and fees waived> Opportunity to work with birds of
prey >$260/ month stipend >Room and board, including
vegan friendly meal options. Qualifications: >High energy
level >Strong love for nature >Enjoys working with children
>Minimum of two years college Responsibilities >Teach
environmental education to visiting school groups as part
of the SchoolCamp program >Lead educational hikes that
focus on: Environmental problem- solving, Geology, Raptor
ecology, Living history, stream study and other related
topics. To apply, visit: http://www.glenhelen.org/oec/nat/nat.
htm and download an application form. Return completed
form to Susan Kamins, Director of Residential Programs,
(EM: skamins@antioch-college.edu), 1075 SR 343, Yellow
Springs, OH 45387 Positions are open until filled. Preference
is given to early applicants.
Naturalist Internship - Terms Durations: Spring semester
2006 and the 2006-2007 academic year, with summer jobs
available. Length of stay is 4 to 6 months with possible
promotion as an Administrative Intern. Location: 1,000 acre
nature preserve of protected forests, wetlands, prairies,
valleys carved by glacial melt waters, cascades, and a
natural spring for which the neighboring village is named.
Facilities: a small museum, staff housing, day lodge,
and nationally recognized raptor rehabilitation center.
Transportation is the responsibility of interns, the village is
within walking distance. We cannot host children or pets.
Although interns are accepted from all over the world,
fluent English skills are necessary. Benefits include: >Earn
10 graduate or 12 undergraduate credits through Antioch
College >Opportunity to work with birds of prey >Tuition
waived for duration of internship >$260/ month stipend
>Room and board, including vegan friendly meal options.
Qualifications: >High energy level >Strong love for nature
>Enjoys working with children >Minimum of two years
college Responsibilities >Teach environmental education to
visiting school groups as part of the SchoolCamp program
>Lead educational hikes that focus on: Environmental
problem-solving, Geology, Raptor ecology, Living history,
stream study and other related topics. To apply, visit:
http://www.glenhelen.org/oec/nat/nat.htm and download an
application form. Return completed form to Susan Kamins,
Director of Residential Programs, (EM: skamins@antiochcollege.edu) 1075 SR 343, Yellow Springs, OH 45387. Close
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Program Leader - The Multnomah Education Service
District in Portland, OR seeks individuals for their sixth
grade residential Outdoor School program. This position
requires 24 hour residence on site. Program leaders
supervise sixth grade students, supervise and mentor high
school student leaders, assist in teaching environmental
field studies, supervise daily duties, recreation, and other
duties as assigned. May be used for an internship program.
Agency application required. H.S. Diploma or GED, two
years college experience in science or education or two
years work experience in science or education, experience
working with children and/or adolescents, experience
in a professional field, valid First Aid/CPR by first day of
employment. Recommended: Seasonal summer camp
supervisory experience, experience supervising sixth grade
and high school students. Agency application required. For
application packet download it from the Outdoor Education
home page at http://w3.mesd.k12.or.us/os/opportunities.
htm or send a self-addressed stamped envelope with $0.74
in postage. Grand Teton National Park, P.O. Drawer 170,
Moose, Wyoming 83012, Attention: Andrew Langford. Close
Date: March 1, 2006.
Education Program Coordinator - Conduct interpretive
programs for all ages in desert ecology, watershed,
Sonoran Desert conservation, natural and cultural
resources of the Southwest region; Develop programs;
and supervising volunteers. Minimum Qualifications: A
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
with a major in Environmental Science, Environmental
Health, Environmental Education, Wildlife Biology, Wildlife
& Fisheries Science, Renewable Natural Resources,
Watershed Management or Range Management and
three years of experience coordinating, monitoring, and/or
administering program activities which includes two years of
supervisory experience. (Additional relevant education may
substitute for one year of the aforementioned experience.)
OR Seven years of progressively responsible experience
in public administration, communications, management
or in a field applicable to the program’s operation which
includes a minimum of two years of supervisory experience.
Applications supplemental forms and class specifications are
available at the Pima County Human Resources Department.
Contact: Pima County Human Resources Department, 150
W. Congress, 4 th Floor, Tucson, Arizona 85701. Phone:
(520) 877-6122. Email: wendy.burroughs@parks.pima.gov.
Close Date: Until Filled.
EE Program Presenter - Part-time position (approx.10-12
hours/week, two days a week-either Mon & Wed or Tu
&Th) giving “Watershed Adventures” presentations to fourth
grade classes in Alameda County. Conduct fast-paced,
exciting classroom activities which help students learn
how they can play a role in protecting creeks, watersheds
and SF Bay from pollution. Requirements: Understanding
of environmental concepts related to watersheds, water
pollution and conservation; college-level environmental
studies/science courses preferred. Experience working
with /teaching elementary school age children required.
Strong oral communication skills; able to give lively, fun
and enthusiastic presentations. Energetic. Excellent
organizational skills; organized, neat, punctual, detail
oriented, self-motivated. Experience working as part of a
team or group. Good communication skills, flexible. Able
to lift equipment up to 50 lbs. Need secure space to store
several boxes of supplies at home. Must have reliable car
(and space in car to transport bulky program materials,
including watershed model); auto insurance, valid CDL. Able
to start work early AM, navigate way throughout Alameda
County to schools; able to read and use street maps. Must
reside in or very near to Alameda County due to limited
funds available for mileage reimbursement. Daily access
to internet, and phone with voice mail are necessities for
program communications. Duration: January - early May
2006. Please email your resume or note of inquiry and
indicate available start date. $16-17 per hour/ depending on
level of responsibility assigned. Contact: Alameda County
Resource Conservation District, 3585 Greenville Rd. Suite
2, Livermore, CA 94550. Email: aevans@baysavers.org.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Education Coordinator - This is a part-time professional
position with the potential to become full-time. Using
the garden cycle as a tool, the mission of the WYG is to
inspire children and families to engage in self-discovery,
explore relationships with food and the natural world, and
contribute to the health and well-being of their communities.
Responsibilities include: Develop and conduct educational
programs for four major programs, which include handson, cooperative, and interdisciplinary activities in the
classroom as well as in the garden. Develop gardening
and curriculum workshops for local educators with the help
of the Garden Coordinator and Program Director. Develop
program schedules and maintain contact with local schools
and other partners pertinent to WYG programs. Assist with
daily operations of the WYG. Coordinate with Program
Director to secure in-kind program supplies. Recruit, train
and supervise Garden Educator volunteers and interns. The
Education Coordinator must have a BA/BS in Education or a
related field. The ability to communicate well with children,
teachers, parents, staff and volunteers is imperative. (S)he
must be capable of physical work in various weather
conditions and able to lift 50 lbs. Classroom teaching and
agricultural/horticultural/ experience is ideal. Arts/creative
experiences, First Aid/CPR certification and bilingual skills
are highly recommended. 24 hours per week at $12/hr.
Workmen¡¦s compensation. Washington Youth Garden,
Friends of the National Arboretum, 3501 New York Avenue,
N.E., Washington, D.C. 20002. Email: rushk@usna.ars.
usda.gov. Close Date: Until Filled.
Outdoor Educator - YMCA Camp Lincoln (www.
ymcacamplincoln.org) has been located in the unique Sea
Coast Region of New Hampshire since 1926 on seventy
acres of land with one mile of waterfront. We are one hour
north of Boston, one hour south of Franconia Notch in the
White Mountains and twenty minutes from the Atlantic shore.
We offer day and overnight programs for area schools during
the Spring and Fall seasons. Our programs highlight our High
Ropes Course, Challenge Course, Archery Range, Nature
Environmental Scientist or Geologist
Totowa, New Jersey
GES is a leader in providing innovative, high quality environmental services,
specializing in soil and groundwater contaminant assessment and remediation since
1985. Our employees are hands-on, results-oriented professionals committed to
providing responsive environmental services to a diverse, progressive client base
that includes the petroleum industry, government agencies, and industrial markets.
We have about 500 employees in 26 offices across 18 states, and are growing.
We have an exciting career challenge for a mid-level Geologist or Environmental
Scientist in our Northern NJ office located in Totowa.
This person will perform field site investigations including drilling, surveying, soil/
groundwater sampling, aquifer/feasbilitiy studies, construction oversight, and phase
I studies. This person will perform case management duties affilated with technical
report writing, budget/project management, feasibility testing, aquifer test analyses
and data reduction. Experience with RCRA and storage tank regulations a plus.
Requires Bachelor’s degree in geology, hydrogeology, earth science, environmental
science or related major, 2 to 4+ years of closely-related experience. Or, Master’s
plus 1 or more years experience. Seek someone with project management skills,
UST, RCRA, good working knowledge of NJ regulations. Diverse industry experience
highly desired, as is experience working specifically in an environmental consulting
role.
GES is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that strongly values
diversity.
EOE/AA/M/F/V/D
Please visit our website www.gesonline.com to learn more about our company.
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Senior Biologist
Tempe, Arizona
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Logan Simpson Design Inc. is an environmental planning and
landscape architecture firm headquartered in Tempe, Arizona and
is currently seeking a Senior Biologist. We are seeking an energetic
individual to lead and play significant role in field investigations of
wetlands, plant/wildlife inventories, protected species surveys, and
ecological communities to characterize resources and evaluate
environmental impacts under NEPA, Clean Water Act, Endangered
Species Act, and state and federal resource agency permitting.
Essential Duties: Conducting field surveys for plant and/or wildlife
species and their habitats, especially threatened, endangered or
sensitive (TES) species. Provides technical writing support for
environmental permitting, planning, and compliance projects. Plays
a significant role in resource identification and evaluation of potential
impacts for environmental planning and development projects.
Direct experience with NEPA compliance (including generation of
narratives and editing) and resource management plans a plus.
Ability to conduct field surveys in remote, rugged terrain in extreme
climates required. Willingness to travel within the Southwestern
United States required.
BS in biology, ecology, wildlife management, fishery sciences,
botany, or similar field required. MS in similar fields preferred.
Minimum of 5-10 years experience in private or public sector in a
related position required. With a MS, 3-8 years experience will be
considered. Experience with federal regulatory and land managing
agencies, other state agencies (AGFD, UDWR), utility/energy
industry, and/or transportation industry desired. Preference for
candidates with experiences in the southwestern US: Arizona, New
Mexico, or southern Utah.
Please send resume with salary requirements and references to:
Logan Simpson Design Inc.
Attn: Kym Rettig
51 West Third Street
Suite 450
Tempe, Arizona 85281
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February 2006
Academic
Trails, and providing extensive Kayaking and Canoeing
opportunities from the shores of Kingston Lake. There
are occasional weekend rentals that need programming.
Maintenance work opportunities. Summer duties include
leading YMCA Camp Lincoln Adventure Trips to the White
Mountains, central and eastern Maine, Cape Cod and the
islands of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard. Activities
include Rock Climbing, Whitewater Rafting and Kayaking,
Hiking, Mountain Biking and Lounging on the Beach.
Requirements: experience leading Outdoor Education
programs, experience leading/participating in wilderness
trips, Wilderness Medicine &/or CPR, First Aid Certification
(willingness to obtain), Lifeguard Certification a plus, Ropes
Course and Rock Climbing experience and knowledge in
top roping and rappelling (ability to learn). Educators are
provided with onsite housing and a food stipend in addition
to hourly wages. Positions begin with flexibility May 1, 2006.
Send Resume and Cover Letter to Jeff Gleason, Outdoor
Adventure Director (jeff@ymcacamplincoln.org) or call 603642-3361 with questions. Close Date: Until Filled.
Summer Teacher/Naturalist - Work in all aspects of
implementing summer residential environmental education
program for youth including: develop and teach daily
natural history activities; conduct evening programs; colead backpacking trips; supervise campers in the lodge,
and other summer camp related activities. Implement and
teach adult summer programs that focus on the natural
and cultural history of the Smoky Mountains. Serve in a
leadership capacity for summer interns. Qualifications:
Energetic, enthusiastic, and committed individuals. Must
have experience and training in environmental education,
natural history, plus experience working with children and
adults in outdoor educational settings. A minimum of two
years of college in a related degree plus summer camp
experience. Basic First Aid and Community CPR training
preferred. $200-$250 weekly plus housing, meals and
clothing allowance. Great Smoky Mountains Institute at
Tremont, 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, Tennessee 37882.
Phone: (865) 448-6709. Close Date: Until Filled.
Environmental Educator - The Chewonki Foundation is a
private non-profit educational institution located on a 400
acre peninsula on the coast of Maine. Our environmental
educator is a three-season position from April to November
with some opportunities for continuing through the winter.
It involves teaching natural history and leading group
challenges in our residential camping program for school
groups during the spring and fall as well as taking a
leadership role in our summer camp program. Those with
trip leading experience may help lead canoeing, kayaking,
hiking, sailing or sea kayaking trips in the summer.
Contact: Chewonki Foundation, 485 Chewonki Neck Road,
Wiscasset, Maine 04578. Email: dotlamson@chewonki.org.
Close Date: March 1, 2006.
Outdoor Education Instructor - Nature’s Classroom
Institute is seeking college graduates to become members
of our teaching staff. No teaching experience or certification
is required, only a strong commitment to children and
the environment. Our five-day residential environmental
education program provides an active, multidisciplinary
curriculum to 1st - 8th graders. We focus on student
motivation, environmental connections, listening &
communication skills, and team problem-solving. NCI
provides students with an exploration of nearly 400 acres
of diverse ecosystems, low-ropes teambuilding facilitation,
and innovative cultural and historical simulations. We are
currently developing alternative energies programming and
implementing our agricultural biodynamic school curriculum.
Our facilities include a working organic farm, a water-science
lab, and our own Montessori school. For information, contact
Geoffrey Bishop at geoffrey@nciw.org or call 262-363-6820.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Shipboard Crew - The Living Classrooms Foundation is
a non-profit educational organization in Baltimore, MD that
provides hands-on, interdisciplinary learning programs
in challenging environments for students of all ages and
backgrounds. We are currently seeking enthusiastic
individuals for the positions of DECKHANDS, COOKS
AND MATES. These individuals must be interested in
joining a team of dedicated professionals to work with
young people aboard one of our three historic Chesapeake
Bay workboats – the pungy schooner LADY MARYLAND,
buyboat MILDRED BELLE, and skipjack SIGSBEE.
Programs range in length from one-day trips to ten-day
extended land/sea expeditions in the waters of Baltimore,
the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries as well as off the New
England coast. Qualified applicants must possess a strong
commitment to the education of all students, be motivated
self-starters, function successfully as part of a team, and
maintain a desire to work outdoors in a challenging but fun
environment. Education/biology background is preferred, but
we will train the right people. Contact: Living Classrooms
Foundation, 802 S. Caroline St., Baltimore, MD 21231.
Phone: 410-685-9043. Email: lisaj@livingclassrooms.org.
Close Date: March 1, 2006.
Environmental Education Center Manager - The Brooker
Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center seeks
Manager to administer operations of 25.000 sq. ft. facility
in a 9,000 acre preserve. Duties: oversees the development
of: education/interpretive programs for varied audiences,
budgets. Coordinates facilities/exhibits maintenance
Supervises staff/volunteers. Plans outreach programs,
conducts socio-economic research and interacts with the
public. Exercises independent judgment and initiative.
Assumes a great degree of responsibility in guiding a complex
and highly visible program. Knowledge of environmental
education theory and practice; evaluation tools and their
applications; social sciences research methods; principles
and practices of an organization’s administration; budget
planning and management methods; modern informationtransfer technologies and methods. Candidate must also
demonstrate an ability to: plan, coordinate, and manage
the delivery of educational programs; supervise/ review
the activities of professional and support personnel;
communicate concisely, orally/written; develop effective/
innovative community-based education programs; and,
think critically/creatively. Qualifications: Master’s degree
in environmental education, natural/biological sciences
or related field, and 5 years professional environmental
education experience; or an equivalent combination of
education, training and experience. Experience in education
delivery at an environmental center; familiarity with
education research techniques; community-based social
marketing. Contact: Brooker Creek Preserve, Environmental
Educ Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL
34688. Email: ggomez@pinellascounty.org. Close Date:
Until Filled.
outdoor, or science education; environmental or cultural
interpretation; or related field. Knowledge of the natural
history of Illinois. Experience working with groups of
children, families, and/or teachers. Excellent oral and written
communication skills. Experience working with volunteers.
Current and valid driver’s license. $14.92 per hour plus
benefits. Contact: McHenry County Conservation District,
Prairieview Education Center, Attn: Deb Chapman, 2112
Behan Road, Crystal Lake, IL 60014. Phone: (815) 4795779. Close Date: Until Filled.
Education Apprenticeship - Land Between The Lakes
(LBL) is a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area located
in Kentucky and Tennessee and is administered by the U.S.
Forest Service. Apprenticeship positions are designed for
college graduates who desire a well-rounded experience
with facility operations; program planning, delivery, and
evaluation; and promotions of services for a variety of
visitors. Apprentices would be responsible in assisting
in all areas of operations for The Homeplace, a living
history center, with the dispersed interpretation program,
and in other LBL facilities requiring interpretive programs.
Duties include: program planning, implementation, and
evaluation; care/handling of live animal exhibits, research,
benchmarking, and special projects related to increased
customer satisfaction. Requirements & Benefits: Possess
a Bachelor’s degree in recreation, environmental education,
related fields, or equivalent experience; Professional work
experience desirable; Ability and enthusiasm for working with
a variety of people in the out-of-doors; Varied work schedule
including weekends, evenings, and most holidays; Weekly
subsistence allowance of $200.00 (Non-Taxed); on-site
government housing included, and; Position length is up to
1 year. USDA Forest Service, Land Between the Lakes NRA,
100 Van Morgan Drive, Golden Pond, KY 42211. Email:
dsamborski@fs.fed.us. Close Date: Until Filled.
Naturalist - Two Positions Available. Working with a local
government land acquisition program, the successful
candidates will plan and present educational nature
programs to schools, community groups, summer camps,
Nature Sanctuary patrons and the public on County inland
and ocean-front natural lands, in meeting rooms, classrooms,
and on school grounds. Opportunities to develop curriculum,
educational programming, teacher in-service workshops,
self guided hikes, interactive exhibits, interpretive signs, and
brochures for a variety of audiences. Qualifications: A total
of two (2) years of college level education, paid experience
and/or volunteer work pertaining to the natural sciences,
natural resources, environment, teaching, presentation of
tours, plants, animals, forestry, horticulture and/or a closely
related field, including six (6) months of experience dealing
with the public and/or school children. Additional qualifying
education and/or experience may be substituted on a year
for year basis. Familiarity with Project Wild is preferred.
Application form available on-line. 11.91/hr+benefits. Actual
salary may be negotiable based on experience. Contact:
Environmentally Endangered Lands Programs, 2725 Judge
Fran Jamieson Way, Bldg. B, Viera, FL 32940. Phone: 321633-2031. Close Date: Until Filled.
Apprenticeship - Land Between The Lakes (LBL) is a
170,000-acre National Recreation Area located in Kentucky
and Tennessee and is administered by the U.S. Forest
Service. Apprenticeship positions are designed for college
graduates who desire a well-rounded experience with facility
operations; program planning, delivery, and evaluation; and
promotions of services for a variety of visitors. Apprentices
would be responsible in assisting in all areas of operations
for The Woodlands Nature Station, with the dispersed
interpretation program, and in other LBL facilities requiring
interpretive programs. Duties include: program planning,
implementation, and evaluation; care/handling of live animal
exhibits, research, benchmarking, and special projects
related to increased customer satisfaction. Requirements
& Benefits: Possess a Bachelor’s degree in recreation,
environmental education, related fields, or equivalent
experience; Professional work experience desirable; Ability
and enthusiasm for working with a variety of people in the
out-of-doors; Varied work schedule including weekends,
evenings, and most holidays; Weekly subsistence allowance
of $200.00 (Non-Taxed); on-site government housing
included, and; Position length is up to 1 year. USDA Forest
Service, Land Between the Lakes NRA, 100 Van Morgan
Drive, Golden Pond, KY 42211. Email: dsamborski@fs.fed.
us. Close Date: Until Filled.
Animal Caretaker Preceptor - The Wildlife Center of
Virginia is a non-profit hospital for wildlife with the mission
of teaching the world to care for and care about wildlife
and the environment. The preceptor program gives handson experience in the field of wildlife rehabilitation. Lasting
8 weeks, the preceptorship focuses on orphan raising,
wildlife nutrition, animal housing, physical therapy, capture
and restraint, and safety techniques. The Wildlife Center of
Virginia, PO Box 1557, Waynesboro, VA 22980. Email: anich
olson@wildlifecenter.org. Close Date: March 1, 2006.
Education Program Assistant - Duties: Assists the
Education Program Coordinator with planning, preparation,
presentation, and clean-up for school field trips and public
programs. Assists with cultural and natural history special
events. Develops, promotes, delivers and evaluates
programs for a variety of public audiences. Assists with
the writing of interpretive materials and development
of loan materials, displays and exhibits. Qualifications:
College degree or knowledge equivalent in environmental,
Nature Intern Center Intern - Strawberry Hill Nature Center
and Preserve is seeking a full-time seasonal intern to assist
with its environmental education programs and natural
resource management projects. The internship lasts for 15
weeks (February 15-May 26). Strawberry Hill is a 609-acre
preserve and nature center located in the beautiful Blue
Ridge Mountains of Pennsylvania. Qualifications: Previous
experience working with groups of children. Teaching
experience is a plus. Enthusiasm for and a basic knowledge
of the natural world are important. Ability to walk/hike the
main teaching trails on the preserve. Ability to work outdoors
for extended periods in a wide range of weather conditions.
Excellent communication skills. Enthusiastic self-starter who
enjoys working in a small organization. Intern must have
own car. Benefits include private housing (a cottage by a
singing stream) and a $150/week stipend. Send a resume
and cover letter to: Mr. Eddy Rubin, EE Coordinator at
eddy@strawberryhill.org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Interpretation Manager - Brooklyn Botanic Garden seeks
experienced professional to plan, develop and implement
a new interpretation program. Permanent, temporary, and
seasonal signage, exhibits, displays and programs. Print,
web material and nontraditional/new media. BA req’d;
MA desired. Min. 3 years related work experience, visitor
programs/studies, exhibit design, and museum studies.
Knowledge of horticulture, environmental studies or botany
desired. Excellent planning, organization, interpersonal,
written and verbal skills. Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, 1000
Washington Ave, Bklyn, NY 11225. Email: personnel@bbg.
org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Project Coordinator - Schoolyard Habitat Project
Coordinator & Education Assistant – Yakima, WA. Help
schools create native habitat gardens & curricula. This
position involves outreach, curricula development,
teaching and working on hands-on gardening projects with
students and teachers. Benefits: $963/mo stipend, health
insurance, $4,725 scholarship, childcare allowance, training
opportunities and loan forbearance. For more info visit our
website www.northwestserviceacademy.org OR contact us
at 509) 395 – 3465. Interviews are under way - Apply today!
Close Date: Until Filled.
Hatchery Information & Education Assistant – Underwood,
WA. Work with Spring Creek & Carson Fish Hatcheries to
expand their outreach and education programs throughout
the Columbia Gorge. Conduct educational tours; provide
technical assistance with natural resource education
programs; coordinate outreach and public information
programs and more! Benefits: $963/mo stipend, health
insurance, $4,725 scholarship, childcare allowance, training
opportunities and loan forbearance. For more info visit our
website www.northwestserviceacademy.org or contact us
at (509) 395 – 3465. Close Date: Until Filled.
Youth Program Director - Oversee the Camp Habitat and
Camp Habitat After school programs, fund raising, program
development, and community outreach. Camp Habitat is a
partnership with Northern Alaska Environmental Center,
Friends of Creamer’s Field and Alaska Department of
Fish and Game. Will work as lead in a team environment.
$31,000 with benefits. Northern Alaska Environmental
Center, 830 College Road, Fairbanks, AK 99701. Email:
David@northern.org. Close Date: Until Filled.
Education Intern - The Education Intern will coordinate
the collection, cataloguing and validating of pedagogically
and scientifically sound ecology education material into
the ecoed.net digital library. Other responsibilities include
developing and disseminating education and outreach
materials, responding to science, career, and education
related inquiries from the public and assisting with special
projects, including briefings and career fairs. Qualifications:
Bachelor degree with a focus in either ecology, biology, or
education. This position requires a high degree of motivation,
initiative, maturity, and responsibility. Experience in web
design and the ability to conceptually organize information,
text and graphics a plus. $2000 for three month commitment.
Ecological Society of America, 1400 Spring St. #330, Silver
Spring, MD 20910. Close Date: Until Filled.
Education Teaching Internship - Zoo Atlanta offers a
teaching internship for Education Programs where interns
discover the teaching and learning involved in environmental
and conservation education. This position works directly
with the Fee Programs team teaching education programs.
Interns will lead groups of all ages using interactive activities
to teach them about the zoo, caring for animals, conservation,
and our environment. Interns will also lead programs at Zoo
Atlanta as well as outreach programs off-site, up to 45 miles
away. Internship programs are experience based, therefore
are unpaid. If you have a passion for animals and children,
this will one of the most learning-intensive and leadershipbased internships you will find! Internships are unpaid and
housing is not provided. Send cover letter, resume, and two
letters of reference. Transcripts may be required. Contact:
Zoo Atlanta, Human Resources, 800 Cherokee Avenue,
SE, Atlanta, GA 30315. Phone: (404) 624-5600. Option 6,
then Option 2. Email: employment@zooatlanta.org. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Assistant Professor - The Department of Biological
Sciences, Towson University, seeks applicants for a
tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to
begin mid-August, 2005. A Ph.D. in an appropriate field is
required. Teaching and post-doctoral experience is desirable.
Candidates must have a strong commitment to excellence in
both teaching and research. Initial teaching responsibilities
will include the following: 1) a majors’ introductory course
in either Biodiversity or Ecology, Evolution and Behavior (to
be determined), 2) upper-level undergraduate/graduate-level
courses in Invertebrate Zoology and Entomology. Eventually
the person in this position may also teach a graduate
(Master’s) level course in their area of specialization. The
candidate is expected to develop an active research program
involving undergraduate and graduate students. Pursuit of
extramural funding is also required. Preference will be given
to individuals whose research is at least partly field-oriented
and involves the ecology, evolution, behavior, systematics
or conservation of invertebrate animals. The successful
candidate will be eligible to compete with other junior faculty
for a three-year appointment as the newly established
Jess Fisher Endowed Chair in the Biological and Physical
Sciences. The holder of Chair will receive additional funds
to support her/his research program. Much more additional
information on this position is available at: http://wwwnew.
towson.edu/biology Qualified applicants should send letter
of interest, C.V., one page statements of teaching philosophy
and research plans, photocopies of all transcripts, and three
letters of recommendation (hard copies of all documents
only) to: Chair, Invertebrate Zoologist Search Committee/
Department of Biological Sciences / Towson University /
Towson MD 21252 USA. Close Date: Until Filled.
Faculty Position - The Department of International
Development, Community, and Environment (IDCE)
at Clark University has expanded its search and now
seeks to fill TWO tenure-track positions in International
Development and Social Change to begin Academic Year
2006-07. It is expected that one of these positions will
be filled at an advanced assistant or associate professor
level. Significant field research and/or applied experience
in developing countries is essential. Ph.D. or equivalent in
any relevant discipline is required. Discipline and area are
open: we expect to hire one individual with experience in
Africa and one individual with expertise in another area.
Candidates should be able to teach courses supporting
Master’s level programs in international development,
as well as undergraduate courses. Primary areas of
expertise should include two or more of the following areas:
environment, humanitarian assistance, food security,
gender and development, community participation and
empowerment, non-governmental organizations, involuntary
relocation, conflict/post-conflict and development, and
health. Application should include curriculum vitae, a list of
references, and a detailed statement of interest including
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Academic
research foci and teaching philosophy. These should be
sent should be sent to electronically to lkaub@clarku.edu
or mailed to Chair, ID Search Committee, IDCE, Clark
University, 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Lecturer - Cornell University, Ithaca, NY. Applications are
invited for the position of Lecturer (Ph.D. or equivalent)
to offer an auto-tutorial sequence in INTRODUCTORY
BIOLOGY, beginning July, 2005. This general biology
sequence is two semesters in length and is offered in parallel
with a traditional lecture/lab course. It services 150 – 200
students with a staff of about twenty teaching assistants.
The successful candidate must have strong interpersonal
relationship skills and is expected to incorporate modern
developments in biology into the curriculum. For further
information, contact Dr. Robert Turgeon (607) 255-8395,
or ert2@cornell.edu. Send a curriculum vitae, a narrative
describing teaching interests, and contact information for
at least three references to Ms. Christie Sayre, Introductory
Biology Search Committee, 20 Plant Science Building,
Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853. Close Date: Until
Filled.
Cultural Geography Faculty - The Department of
Geography at the University of Hawaii (UH) at Manoa
(http://www.geography.hawaii.edu/) invites applications
for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position in
CULTURAL GEOGRAPHY and HUMAN-ENVIRONMENT
relations to begin in August 1, 2006, contingent on funding.
Complementary research expertise and interest in the
Asia-Pacific area and the relationship between indigenous/
minority peoples and resources are highly desirable, as is
potential to work with the East-West Center on its research
programs and with the students associated with the Center.
UH Manoa is a Doctoral/Research University and the
flagship campus of the University of Hawaii system. The
East-West Center is an education and research organization
established by the U.S. Congress in 1960 to promote dialog
on critical issues of common concern to the Asia/Pacific
region and the United States. All required work for the
Ph.D. in Geography or allied field must be completed by
the start of the appointment. Applications should include
a CV, a letter describing research interests and teaching
philosophy, and the names and addresses of at least three
academic referees. Applications should be sent to Professor
Everett Wingert, Chair of Search Committee, Department of
Geography, 2424 Maile Way, Room 445, Honolulu, HI 96822.
E-mail: Everett@Hawaii.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.
Chair in White-Tailed Deer Research – Kingsville, TX.
This position will provide direction and assistance in all
tasks associated with the development of the Institute’s
program in research and management of white-tailed deer
in south Texas. This position will require grant writing to
enhance the deer research program, direction of graduate
students, frequent publications in peer-reviewed journals,
leadership of an external Deer Advisory Group. Position
is 75% research and 25% teaching. The candidate must
have 18 graduate hours in every field in which they will
teach. Twelve month, tenured position (with TAMUS
Board of Regents approval), with appropriate academic
rank. Qualifications: Ph.D. from a regionally accredited
institution or university in wildlife science or closely
related field. Applicant must have research experience
with ungulate species, preferably white-tailed deer. Also,
strong leadership, writing, quantitative, and grantsmanship
skills are required. Candidate must demonstrate a strong
publication record in peer reviewed journals. No less than
8 years research experience beyond the Ph.D. degree.
Must possess strong work ethic and excellent interpersonal
skills. Submit Texas A&M University-Kingsville application
(www.tamuk.edu/jobs/pdf/app.pdf), letter of interest/goals,
vitae, transcripts, and 3 letters of recommendation. Prior to
issuing a letter of appointment, official transcripts must be
received directly from each degree-granting institution by the
Office of the Provost, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, MSC
102, Kingsville, Texas 78363-8202. However, for review of
application, applicants may submit unofficial transcripts from
each institution of higher education attended directly to the
search committee chair. Submit to: Charles A. DeYoung,
Search Committee Chair, Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research
Institute, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, 700 University
Blvd, MSC 218, Kingsville, TX 78363. Phone: 361-593-3687
FAX 361-593-3924. Email: charles.deyoung@tamuk.edu.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Teaching Assistantship - I am seeking a M.S. student
to conduct research on the genetic population structure
of terrestrial snails in the Potomac River Basin starting
August 2006. The project will involve fieldwork and
laboratory analysis using molecular techniques. The
successful candidate will be self-motivated, able to work
independently and have a strong interest in population
genetics and conservation. Experience with molecular
techniques (PCR, electrophoresis, sequence analysis)
a plus but not required. Towson University is located in
suburban Baltimore, Maryland. The Department of Biological
Sciences has a growing graduate student body pursuing
research in organismal biology, conservation and ecology. A
number of competitive research/teaching assistantships are
available for students pursuing a Master of Science degree.
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Assistantships include a stipend and tuition waiver. For more
information on the Department of Biological Sciences and the
graduate program visit http://wwwnew.towson.edu/biology.
Interested students should send: a cover letter, resume,
unofficial copies of transcripts, GRE scores (if available) or
planned GRE test date, and names and contact information
for two references. Dr. Colleen Sinclair, Department of
Biological Sciences, Towson University, 8000 York Road,
Towson, MD 21252. Email: csinclair@towson.edu. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Forestry Academic Position - Department of Forestry &
Environmental Resources, North Carolina State University.
Twelve-month, tenure-track, assistant / associate professor.
50% teaching and 50% research. Undergraduate course
in urban and community forestry; graduate course in
specialization; advise students; develop externally
funded research; work with department on developing
undergraduate major concentration. Qualifications: Doctorate
in appropriate field by July 2006; demonstrated teaching
and advising competence; expertise in urban ecosystems,
urban and community forestry, or green infrastructure;
interdisciplinary approach; outstanding problem-solving,
oral and written communication; capacity to secure external
funding. Starting date for position is July 1, 2006. Contact:
Submit letter of application, including description of current
research program and teaching interests, curriculum vitae,
transcripts, and names and contact information for at least
three references to: George Hess and Toddi Steelman,
Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources, Box
8008, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 276958008. Contact Toddi_Steelman@ncsu.edu (919-513-0408).
Close Date: Until Filled.
Assistant Professor - Department of Fisheries and Wildlife
Sciences, The School of Natural Resources, College of
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, University of
Missouri, Columbia, Missouri 65211. Position - Assistant
Professor, Wildlife Conservation, specializing in avian
ecology in grassland and agricultural ecosystems (tenuretrack, 12 month appointment). Salary - Commensurate with
experience. Starting date - 1 Aug 2006, or as negotiated.
Responsibilities - This is a tenure-track position with
primary responsibilities in research and teaching, and
some outreach, in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife
Sciences within The School of Natural Resources. The
successful candidate will be expected to develop a nationally/
internationally recognized, externally-funded research
program addressing the ecology of birds, in grassland and
agricultural ecosystems, with an emphasis on conservation.
This individual will be expected to mentor graduate students,
teach Ornithology and Terrestrial Ecosystems Management
at the undergraduate level and a graduate course related to
her/his expertise (2 or 3 courses per year). Qualifications - A
Ph.D. with an emphasis on the conservation and ecology of
birds in grassland and agricultural ecosystems is preferred;
postdoctoral experience and publications in peer reviewed
journals is desired. The area of expertise should match and
complement existing research and teaching in the applied
aspects of this Fisheries and Wildlife program and/or the
department’s parallel emphasis in Conservation Biology. The
candidate should have proven experience in at least two of
the following areas: landscape ecology; restoration ecology
and management; population/community ecology and
management; quantitative skills in mark-recapture, survival
analysis, or spatial data analyses. Female and minority
applications are strongly encouraged. Application -Applicants
should submit a letter of application, resume, representative
publications, academic transcripts, description of research
interests and teaching philosophy, and three letters of
reference to Dr. Jack Jones, Chair, Department of Fisheries
and Wildlife Sciences, School of Natural Resources, 302
Anheuser-Busch Natural Resources Building, University of
Missouri, Columbia, MO 65211-7240. (PH: 573-882-3543,
FX 573.884.5070, EM: jonesj@missouri.edu). Close Date:
Until Filled.
Assistant Professor - Pacific Lutheran University. The
Department of Biology at Pacific Lutheran University invites
applications from organismal-level vertebrate biologists for
a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin 1 Sep
2006. Ph.D. required. Teaching responsibilities will include
participation in introductory biology courses for majors/
non-majors, an upper-division majors’ course focusing on
vertebrates, and other courses related to the candidate’s
area of specialty. Research involving undergraduates is
expected and supported. Please submit your curriculum
vitae, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts,
a statement of teaching philosophy, and a summary of
current research interests; also arrange to have three
letters of recommendation sent on your behalf. Send all
materials to: Dr. Dana Garrigan, Chair of Vertebrate Biology
Search Committee, Department of Biology, Pacific Lutheran
University, Tacoma, WA 98447. Close Date: Until Filled.
Assistant Professor - The Biological Sciences Department
at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites
applications for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor position
in vertebrate biology, beginning Sep 2006. Consideration
is given to candidates who combine modern field and
laboratory approaches to the study of terrestrial vertebrates.
A Ph.D. in Biology, Zoology, or related field with a specialty
in vertebrate biology is required. Post-doctoral experience
is preferred. The successful candidate will combine
excellence in teaching with an externally funded research
program that will involve undergraduate and Master’s
students conducting field projects on the biology of
terrestrial vertebrates. Teaching responsibilities will include
courses in herpetology, introductory zoology/biology, and
development of a graduate-level course related to the
individual’s area of expertise. The teaching assignment may
include contributions to courses in conservation biology.
The department has traditionally maintained and seeks to
continue relationships with state and federal management
agencies (e.g. California Department of Fish and Game;
USFWS), which provide opportunities for student research
and employment. Cal Poly Pomona is a comprehensive
Master’s level university with a diverse student body. The
successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to be
responsive to the educational equity goals of the university
and its increasing ethnic diversity and international character.
Applicants should forward (1) curriculum vitae, (2) statement
of teaching philosophy, (3) proposed plan of research, (4)
reprints of three representative publications, and (5) the
names and contact information of three references to: Chair,
Vertebrate Biologist Search Committee, Biological Sciences
Department, California State Polytechnic University, 3801
West Temple Avenue, Pomona, CA 91768-4132. Review
of applications begins on 16 Jan 2006. Official transcripts
and three letters of reference will be required of all finalists.
For further information, visit the Department web site
(URL: http://www.csupomona.edu/~biology). Close Date:
Until Filled.
Assistant/Associate Professor - Wildlife Care and
Education. Unity College seeks a faculty member for this
new position. Primary responsibilities include leading
and coordinating existing curricula, mentoring 50 or more
program students in educational and co-curricular activities,
and developing the program curriculum. The successful
candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the wildlife care
and education fields gained through academic education and
experience. Ph.D. preferred or a combination of education
and experience combining non-formal and interpretive
services with wildlife care and rehabilitation. Workload
includes teaching 21 credits, advising, and service on
campus committees. Faculty members have the opportunity
to be involved in the delivery and continuing development
of the College’s interdisciplinary Environmental Stewardship
core curriculum. Contact: Kathleen Hale, Unity College,
Office of Human Resources, Faculty Search, 90 Quaker
Hill Road, Unity, ME 04988. Phone: 207-948-3131. Email:
khale@unity.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.
Faculty Position - We seek a broadly trained faculty
member with academic training and demonstrated expertise
in sustainability studies to teach at the undergraduate and
graduate levels. This full-time position involves planning and
teaching team-taught, interdisciplinary programs with faculty
members from a wide range of disciplines. Opportunities
exist locally for collaboration with community organizations.
Numerous offerings from across the curriculum explore
issues of sustainability from a variety of perspectives, and
there is widespread faculty interest in sustainability. This
position will help to strengthen current offerings as well as
develop new ones in a liberal arts context. The successful
candidate will have a strong theoretical background in
sustainability studies (e.g. systems perspective), and
experience that demonstrates critical thinking about
sustainability issues. In addition, the applicant will have
a genuine curiosity, enthusiasm, and commitment for
teaching and learning in an interdisciplinary environment.
The applicant will have education and experience that
demonstrates knowledge of both theory and practice in
sustainable systems thinking in the built and/or natural
environments, and in the public and/or private sector. Also
required is the ability to work effectively with students on
writing, critical thinking, and the design and implementation
of sustainability projects and studies. In addition, candidates
must have demonstrated expertise in a particular field
where they have actively explored sustainability issues.
Potential fields include, but are not limited to the following
alphabetical list: anthropology, community development,
design, ecology, energy studies, engineering and physical
systems, environmental design, environmental and/or
ecological economics, environmental and social justice, landuse planning, natural systems perturbations, organizational
development and management, philosophy, technology
innovation and management, transport systems, and urban
and regional planning We strongly encourage candidates to
apply who have demonstrated experience in teaching, have
experience in pursuing innovative and engaging teaching
strategies working with faculty from other disciplines and
who have experience working with diverse and underserved
populations. To apply, please enter the following information
to our online application form at: http://www.evergreen.edu/
facultyhiring. Submit the following items as an attachment(s)
with your email: Curriculum vitae. Letter of application. 1-2
page statement on your understanding of the concept of
sustainability, written to a broad liberal arts faculty audience.
1-2 page statement of your teaching philosophy and practice.
1-2 page statement of your multicultural experience and/or
practice. (more information is available on our website: http://
www.evergreen.edu/facultyhiring/multiculturalexperience.
htm). Examples of scholarly or artistic work. Evaluations
by students (if available). Two to three current letters of
reference from professional colleagues that speak to your
teaching experience; in addition, letters from students are
often useful. Letters of reference may be emailed or mailed
directly to our faculty hiring office. If you cannot attach the
application materials, please mail the information to the
faculty hiring office. Jan Sharkey, Faculty Hiring Coordinator,
The Evergreen State College, 2700 Evergreen Parkway
NW, Olympia, WA 98505. Fax : 360 867-6794. E-mail :
facultyhiring@evergreen.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.
Researcher - Division of Environmental Sciences and
Policy, Nicholas School of the Environment and Earth
Sciences, Duke University. Our program is expanding again
and we are now inviting applications for a new Assistant
Professor of the Practice (9 month, regular rank, non-tenure)
of Geospatial Analysis position, beginning summer/fall 2006.
We are searching for an individual interested in developing
graduate level curricula and a focused research program
that directly joins geospatial analysis tools and technologies
with environmental science and management research and
practice. Responsibilities are primarily graduate instruction
(75%), with a secondary emphasis on research and research
support (25%). Though not tenure-track, the position is
intended to be long-term (renewable 3-yr contracts). The
ideal candidate will have demonstrated technical and
analytical skills in geospatial analysis (e.g. Geographic
Information Systems, Satellite Remote Sensing, Spatial
Simulation) as well as disciplinary interests in an active
area of ecosystem science, applied conservation ecology or
land use management. The Nicholas School has particular
strength in the areas of conservation science, ecosystem
management, watershed ecology, environmental health,
environmental economics and policy, and earth sciences.
An interest and ability to effectively work across disciplinary
boundaries will be highly desirable for this position.
Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in an appropriate area of
environmental science, environmental management or other
closely allied discipline, and have demonstrated excellence
in teaching, research, and communication. The successful
candidate will be expected to teach graduate courses,
develop a vigorous research program and actively supervise
graduate and professional students. Send a letter of interest,
curriculum vitae, reprints, and names and contact information
for three references to: Patrick N. Halpin, Chair, Geospatial
Analysis Search Committee, Nicholas School of the
Environment and Earth Sciences, Duke University, Durham,
NC 27708. Inquiries may be directed to Patrick Halpin via
email (phalpin@duke.edu). Close Date: Until Filled.
Professor Position - San Diego State University is
seeking applications for a tenure-track position. We wish
to complement existing expertise in organismal biology
and ecology with an individual who has a strong research
focus in empirical, quantitative, and field-based studies of
animal behavior at the level of the individual, population,
and/or community. The successful candidate will join the 14member faculty group that comprises the Ecology Program
Area within the Department of Biology and will be expected
to interact with a diverse student body. Opportunities also
exist for interactions with members of the Evolutionary
Biology and Cell and Molecular Biology Program Areas. The
appointment for this position will be at the level of Assistant
Professor. A Ph.D. is required and postdoctoral experience
is highly desirable. Potential areas of research expertise for
applicants could include, but are not limited to, elucidating
behavioral processes to predict ecological patterns, using
empirical and comparative analyses to relate behavior to
the environment in which it occurs, conducting behavioral
studies with relevance to conservation and examining links
between evolutionary adaptations and behavioral ecology.
The Ecology Program is responsible for a large researchoriented master’s program, and cooperates with the
ecology faculty of UC Davis in offering a doctoral program
in ecology. Evidence of research productivity will be given
heavy weight, and the successful candidate will be expected
to maintain an externally funded research program that
includes participation of both undergraduate and graduate
students. Teaching is an important responsibility of SDSU
faculty, and candidates for this position will be evaluated
on the basis of their willingness and ability to contribute to
the teaching program. Teaching responsibilities will include
a graduate level course/seminar in Behavioral Ecology,
undergraduate courses in Animal Behavior and Sociobiology,
and supervision of graduate students. Periodic participation
in Biostatistics and/or General Ecology is also desirable.
The San Diego region offers excellent opportunities for
field-based behavioral research. It has perhaps the highest
biodiversity in the continental U.S. The mild climate allows
year-round fieldwork in a variety of habitats. SDSU has
three field stations with a combined total area of over 6,000
acres. Other research areas available by arrangement
include extensive national forests, regional and state parks
and military bases in the region. Persons wishing to apply
for this position should submit a curriculum vitae, separate
statements of their research and teaching interests, three
representative publications and arrange to have three
letters of recommendation sent to: Behavioral Ecologist
Search Committee, Department of Biology, San Diego
State University, San Diego, CA 92182-4614. Close Date:
Until Filled.
February 2006
Career Changers & Support
Research Professor, Biology - The University of Nevada,
Las Vegas invites applications for two Research Assistant
Professor positions jointly held in the Public Lands Institute
(PLI) and the Department of Biological Sciences, College
of Sciences, commencing Spring 2006. These are full-time,
12-month, non-tenure-track, renewable positions that are
primarily externally funded. One position is in Vascular
Plant research, and the second in Wildlife Biology. Review
of applications is currently underway, but applications
will continue to be accepted until the posiiton is filled.
Responsibilities: For the Public Lands Institute, the research
assistant professors will be the Program Manager for three
contracted monitoring and data management projects
with the National Park Service: wildlife, vegetation, and
archaeology at Lake Mead National Recreation Area and
adjacent lands. Although project coordinators and staff with
subject matter expertise and responsibility for meeting task
agreement deliverables will be on the PLI staff, the research
assistant professors will be the subject matter experts for the
contracted projects, will supervise staff, and will have overall
program responsibility. The overall program objective is the
preservation and conservation of species of interest within
all federal lands in southern Nevada. Additional duties will
include facilitating meetings, collaborating with government
program managers and technical representatives,
supervising field crews of staff and interns, tracking project
expenditures and progress, and compiling quarterly and
annual reports to federal and county agencies. For the
Department of Biological Sciences, the research assistant
professors will be expected to teach one or more courses per
year assigned from general or introductory undergraduate
courses for majors or non-majors, upper-division courses,
and/or graduate-level courses in the successful candidate’s
area of expertise. The faculty member will be expected to
be committed to teaching excellence, develop a rigorous
externally funded research program that complements
the National Park Service’s monitoring and management
needs at Lake Mead, publish research in peer-reviewed
literature, participate in the supervision of graduate students
at both the master’s and doctorate levels, and engage in
service activities appropriate to the position. Qualifications:
Candidates must have a doctoral degree from an accredited
college or university, preferably in biological sciences or a
related field, and four or more years of demonstrated related
experience in managing, developing, and/or conducting
scientific research projects applicable in part to resource
management. Applications: For more detailed information
on these positions and application instructions, please visit
the Public Lands Institute web site and UNLV’s Human
Resources Department. Contact Information: Crystal
Erickson, Administrative Assistant to the Search Committee
or Bob Sitts, HR Director (702) 895-1655 hrsearch@ccmail.
nevada.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.
Ecology Positions - Two tenure track appointments are
offered at the assistant professor level in the San Diego
State University Biology Department to begin Fall 2006.
Ph.D. required and post-doctoral experience preferred.
Successful applicants will be expected to establish
externally funded research programs involving B.S., M.S.
and Ph.D. students and to interact with a diverse student
body. Consideration will include the candidate’s perceived
match to our programmatic strengths including research
emphases, teaching innovation, and student mentoring.
Candidates should be able to interact with 14 full-time
ecology faculty members with research emphases in
coastal marine ecology, ecosystem/global change, and
conservation/restoration ecology. 1. Behavioral Ecologist
Research interests must be field-based and could include
elucidating behavioral processes to predict ecological
patterns, using empirical and comparative analyses to
relate behavior to the environment, conducting behavioral
studies with relevance to conservation, and examining
links between evolutionary adaptations and behavioral
ecology. Teaching responsibilities to include graduate
seminar/course in behavioral ecology and undergraduate
courses in animal behavior and sociobiology. Periodic
participation in undergraduate biostatistics and/or general
ecology also desirable. 2. Ecosystems Ecologist Desirable
research interests include ecosystem carbon flux, nutrient
dynamics, earth system science, sustainability, and/or
modeling of ecosystem dynamics and distributions. Teaching
responsibilities to include upper division/graduate courses
in one’s area of specialty, general ecology, biostatisics,
and/or a non-majors course in environmental science. More
information on both positions. Applicants for either position
should submit a curriculum vitae, separate statements
of research and teaching interests, 3 representative
publications and arrange for 3 letters of recommendation
to be sent to the Behavioral Ecologist Search Committee
or Ecosystem Ecologist Search Committee, Department of
Biology, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA 921824614. Close Date: Until Filled.
Assistant Professorship - The Ohio State University at
Mansfield is seeking to fill a nine-month tenure, tenuretrack Assistant Professorship in Environment and Natural
Resources beginning autumn 2006. The successful
applicant will be expected to conduct research and
teach general biology, environmental science, and more
advanced courses related to a research specialty. The
standard teaching load is six courses distributed over
three quarters. We are especially interested in candidates
with a background in forestry, soils, and/or watershed
management. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in forest
science, soil science, plant ecology, natural resources, or
a related field. Salary is dependent on qualifications and
experience. The Ohio State University offers one of the
most comprehensive benefits packages in the nation, which
includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; tuition
authorization; sick leave; ten paid holidays; and retirement
through the State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio
(STRS) or an alternative program. Applicants should send a
letter of application, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching
philosophy and research interests, three letters of reference,
and teaching portfolio materials (if available) to: Dr. Ted
Dahlstrand, Associate Dean, The Ohio State University at
Mansfield, 1680 University Dr., Mansfield, OH 44906. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Department Head - The Department of Biological Sciences
at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) is a dynamic,
expanding department of 20 diverse faculty and more
than 400 undergraduate and graduate students. We
are seeking a highly qualified person to lead an exciting
transformation from a predominant focus on undergraduate
teaching to one that also fosters research and scholarship,
while maintaining our excellence in teaching and career
development. Vigorous efforts to advocate for substantial
research funding and facilities, and to recruit and retain
students and faculty from groups that are underrepresented
in the biological sciences are also important components of
the position. Futher information about the position, Biological
Sciences and RIT and can be found at www.biology.rit.
edu. A complete application, from individuals holding a
doctorate in a pertinent area of life sciences, must include
a curriculum vitae, brief summaries of research interests
and administrative and teaching philosophies, and four
letters of reference sent to Dr. G. Thomas Frederick, Chair,
Department Head Search Committee (PC#8911-ASPB),
Rochester Institute of Technology, 85 Lomb Memorial Drive,
Rochester, NY 14623. We wish to fill this 12-month position
by July 1, 2006. Close Date: Until Filled.
Faculty Position - The Department of Geology at the
University of Kansas seeks applications for an academic
year, tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor
level in the field of paleobiogeochemistry. We seek an
outstanding colleague who applies geochemical techniques
such as isotopes, compound analysis, and biomarkers for
the detection and identification of organisms or organismal
activity in the geologic record. Priority consideration will be
given to individuals whose research emphasizes the origin
and evolution of life and paleoenvironmental reconstructions.
This is a new position in our growing program in Geobiology.
The successful candidate is expected to complement the
existing expertise in paleobiology and geomicrobiology.
The successful candidate will be expected to establish an
externally funded interdisciplinary research program, direct
graduate students, and participate in teaching graduate and
undergraduate students. Women, minorities and candidates
who will contribute to the climate of diversity in the College,
which includes a diversity of scholarly approaches, are
especially encouraged to apply. Refer to www.geo.ku.edu
and links for additional information about the department and
the University of Kansas. Appointment will begin August 18,
2006, or later. Applicants should arrange for at least three
letters of recommendation to be sent directly to search
committee chair and send the following information to the
search committee chair: 1) statement of research interests;
2) statement of teaching interests, 3) Curriculum Vitae. Send
all material to Paleobiogeochemistry Search; Attention:
Luis A. Gonzalez, Department of Geology, 1475 Jayhawk
Blvd., 120 Lindley Hall, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
66045-7613 (tel. 785-864-2743; fax 785-864-5276, e-mail
lgonzlez@ku.edu). Close Date: Until Filled.
Assistant Professor - The successful candidate will be
responsible for developing an externally funded reseach
program that addresses fish ecology and management in
freshwater systems with an emphasis on population and
habitat issues. Potential research areas may include but
are not limited to fish population ecology; predator-prey
relationships; competition between native and introduced
species; fish community dynamics; and fish habitat, including
issues related to river restoration, forestry, agriculture and
development. Candidates will be expected to teach an
undergraduate course in statistical applications in wildlife
ecology, teach an upper-division course in freshwater
fisheries management in alternate years, and a graduate
course in area of expertise in freshwater fisheries. The
candidate also will be expected to advise undergraduate
students, mentor graduate students, and provide service/
expertise in fisheries to the university, natural resource
agencies, public and private organizations, and the fisheries
profession. A Ph.D. degree in fisheries or wildlife science
or a related discipline from an accredited institution of
gigher learning and a dissertation focus on freshwater
fisheries. Demonstrated ability to conduct and direct high
quality research in the areas of fish population ecology and
management and to publish results in respected, peerreviewed journals. Educational background and experience
to provide instruction in statistical applications in wildlife
ecology and in freshwater fisheries, and a demonstrated
ability to develop and teach university courses. Contact:
Dr. James Gilbert at James_Gilbert@umit.maine.edu. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Assistant Professor - The Biology Department at the
University of Illinois at Springfield (UIS;http://www.uis.edu/
biology) invites applications for a tenure-track appointment
at the Assistant Professor level, beginning August 2006. The
primary teaching responsibility of the position will be courses
relating techniques of mathematical modeling to ecological
or molecular biology problems. The ideal candidate for this
position will have research interests in landscape ecology,
resource management, population biology, bioinformatics,
molecular data mining or a related field. The ability to teach
introductory level courses for biology majors and non-majors
is expected, as is the ability to develop additional courses
in the candidate’s area of expertise. Candidates with
experience working in prairie ecosystems are particularly
encouraged to apply. The University of Illinois at Springfield
is currently developing a new field station on the Illinois
River, which will be of particular interest to candidates
interested in developing field-based research programs
(http://emiquon.uis.edu/). The successful candidate will
join a department with broad research interests (oak and
invertebrate systematics, microbial and forest ecology) and
would ideally contribute to a growing departmental focus
in restoration ecology. Qualifications: a Ph.D. in biological
sciences or a related field. Applicants with postdoctoral
research and college teaching experience, as well as a
record of publications and the ability to acquire external
funding will be given preference. A cover letter clearly
stating the applicant’s suitability to the position, curriculum
vitae, a summary of teaching and research interests and
three letters of reference should be submitted electronically
to bonacum.james@uis.edu (preferred) or by mail to: Dr.
James Bonacum, Biology Department, University of Illinois at
Springfield, One University Plaza, MS HSB 223, Springfield,
IL 62703-5407. Close Date: Until Filled.
Assistant Professor of Biology - Tenure track appointment
beginning August 2006, University of South Carolina Sumter.
Ph.D. in Biology required at time of appointment. 12 contact
hours/semester, all undergraduate; expectations include
excellence in teaching & potential for research/scholarship.
Ability to teach introductory Biology courses, ecology/
evolution, and environmental science with accompanying
field work to majors and non-majors. You may apply online
for all job vacancies with the University of South Carolina.
You may access the USC Job Online Employment site or
submit an application letter (which should include philosophy
of teaching and professional goals and interests), vita,
three current letters of recommendation, copies of all
undergraduate and graduate transcripts, writing samples,
and summaries of teaching evaluations, or other evidence
of excellence in teaching. Send materials to Professor
Charles F. Denny, Chair, Division of Science, Mathematics
and Engineering, USC Sumter, 200 Miller Road, Sumter,
SC 29150-2498. If you have questions about the application
procedures, please call (803)938-3721. Foreign nationals
should indicate current US immigration status. Close Date:
Until Filled.
Professor Positions - We have two positions open in our
department (Fisheries & Wildlife Sciences) and anticipate
additional ones later this year and in subsequent years
(disease ecology upcoming). There are also ecological/
organismal positions open in the Biology Department at
Virginia Tech. Academic year, tenure track faculty positions(2)
in wildlife and/or fisheries sciences, likely to be filled at the
Assistant Professor level. Anticipated start date August 10,
2006. Research focus in wildlife and/or fisheries ecology,
with applied emphasis. The incumbent will be expected to
teach and to conduct research in their area of expertise.
Evidence of innovative research, grantsmanship, teaching
experience, and commitment to cultural diversity are
required. Candidate must have a PhD in wildlife, fisheries,
conservation biology, or allied field. Applications must be
submitted electronically through http://jobs.vt.edu, posting
numbers 043225 (wildlife) or 043226 (fisheries).. Direct
preliminary inquires to Dr. Dean F. Stauffer, fiwsearch@vt.
edu. Close Date: Until Filled.
Chair, Biology Department - The Department of Biology
invites applications for a departmental Chair beginning
August 28, 2006. Salary is competitive and significant
research support will be provided. The successful candidate
must have a distinguished record which would merit
appointment at the rank of Full Professor with tenure.
Applicants should have a commitment to promoting
research, teaching and service at both undergraduate and
graduate levels, and should have excellent interpersonal
skills. Duties will include supervising support staff, instructors
and faculty and being an advocate for Biology’s interests
to the College, University and community. Candidates
who can articulate and implement plans that allow faculty
to continue their recent gains in research productivity are
preferred. Primary among such skills must be the ability
to spearhead implementation of a new Ph.D. program in
Integrated Bioscience. This program is designed to increase
collaborative research between Biology and other sciences,
both at The University of Akron and regionally. Candidates
should be both conversant across a broad spectrum of
biological disciplines and have the ability to facilitate
interactions with other departments. The Department is also
strongly committed to teaching excellence and innovation, at
both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Candidate must
be able to lead our department in its quest for excellence in
service to university, profession and community. Ability to
cultivate new fund-raising opportunities for the department
and the college required. The Department of Biology has 20
full-time faculty enrolling 600 majors. Faculty members have
active, extramurally-funded research programs that span
the range from molecular biology to community ecology.
Extramural research funding to Biology faculty has more than
doubled in the last 10 years, with total funding exceeding
$1,000,000 annually. The Department is housed in a 38,000
sq ft building, with a new ~45,000 sq ft building planned
to begin construction in 2006. The Department oversees
an animal research facility and a field station located on
a nearby nature preserve. Applicants should submit a
curriculum vitae, statements on administrative philosophy,
research and teaching, copies of recent publications, and
three letters of recommendation to: Chair, Biology Chair
Search, Department of Biology, The University of Akron,
Akron, OH 44325-3908. Close Date: Until Filled.
Costa Rica Office Manager - The In-country Office
Manager performs or oversees all financial and operational
transactions of a TNC in-country office. S/he handles
external vendor accounts and payments, internal accounting
transactions (reimbursements, petty cash, etc.) and
prepares/monitors the budgets for office operation and other
programs as appropriate. S/he manages in-country bank
account(s) and prepares monthly financial reports detailing
office income and expenditures. Works as needed with
Regional Operations staff and in-country external accounting
advisors to ensure that the financial operations comply with
local legal requirements and maintains accurate financial
files. May assist in financial follow-up with local partner NGO
and/or projects. S/he coordinates all office related tasks (ie.
supplies, TIS and office equipment, reception, etc…) and is
responsible for all Human Resource related tasks including
new hire paperwork and orientation procedures. S/he also
ensures compliance with all relevant TNC policies and
procedures. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting,
Business Administration, HR Management plus 3-5 years
related experience or equivalent combination. Non-profit
accounting and U.S. government grants accounting
experience desirable. Excellent verbal and written skills
in English and language spoken in country. Demonstrated
experience in MS Office, Word and Excel. Technical
command of spreadsheet programs, general ledger reports
and other financial management tools. Ability to manipulate,
analyze and interpret data. Knowledge of current trends and
legal requirements in the financial, payroll and labor law
areas in the country of assignment. Supervisory experience,
including ability to set objectives and manage performance a
plus. Proven organizational and analytical skills and attention
to detail. Contact Karla Sauma at ksauma@tnc.org. Close
Date: Until Filled.
Administrative Assistant - The Administrative Assistant is
responsible for a wide range of general support duties at the
Kansas Chapter. Acts as the office receptionist, managing
telephone and public reception. Responsible for office
supplies and ensuring maintenance of office equipment,
organizes meetings and schedules conference calls, files
and maintains records. Provides support to the philanthropy
team, handling gift processing, gift records management,
donor mailings, events assistance, and other fundraising
activities. Provides support to the Director of Administration,
including processing expenses. Proactive in assisting
State Director and other staff as needed. This position
requires independent judgment, initiative, flexibility, great
attention to detail, and confidentiality. The ability to work
and communicate with a diverse group of people is crucial,
including members, volunteers, the Board of Trustees,
vendors, public officials, and other staff. The Administrative
Assistant is supervised by the Director of Administration
and supervises no staff. This is a full-time position,
requiring 35 hours per week. Qualifications: Three or more
years office administration experience. Associate degree
or office training preferred.
Excellent oral and written
communication skills. Strong telephone skills. Familiarity
with standard business communications. Ability to draft and
edit correspondence. Strong computer skills. Ability to learn
in-house software programs and willingness to undergo IS
training essential. Extensive knowledge of MS Office and
navigating the Internet. Spreadsheet experience. Typing
50+ preferred. Ability to work independently on multiple
tasks, understand priorities, track progress of assignments
and follow-up, and meet deadlines. Proven organizational
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and administrative skills and ability to learn new systems.
Willingness to research and problem-solve independently.
Attention to accuracy and detail essential. Capacity to work
as part of a team, dealing with a wide variety of people and
cooperate with all levels of staff and volunteers. Available
to work full-time, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Must be responsible and dependable. May need to work
extra hours for projects or special events on rare occasions.
Contact: Director of Administration,The Nature Conservancy,
Kansas Chapter, 700 SW Jackson Street, Suite 804, Topeka,
KS 66603-3758. Phone 785-233-4400. Email: kmorris@tnc.
org. Please send resume, cover letter, and salary history/
requirements. Close Date: Until Filled.
Alaskan Economist - The Wilderness Society is looking
for a Resource Economist to work with our expanding
conservation team in Alaska. We seek an applied economist
who can synthesize existing information and develop
new information critical to improving understanding of
the relationships between wildlands and sustainable
economies in Alaska and to supporting sound conservation
and management decisions affecting those wildlands The
Resource Economist is responsible for designing, developing
and implementing a program of economic research,
extension and demonstration in support of The Wilderness
Society’s Alaska conservation campaigns. Major areas of
inquiry include: estimating the economic benefits of public
land conservation and protection; fostering ecologically
sustainable development opportunities; clarifying the
economic importance of recreational and subsistence uses
of public lands; and otherwise exploring the relationships
between regional economies and ecosystem health. The
Resource Economist will also communicate information
gained through this inquiry in written and oral forms to
a variety of audiences, including decision-makers in
management agencies, reporters and others in the media,
conservation organizations, business and economic
development community, and community members.
Development of scientific reports, science and policy
briefs, comment letters, and peer-reviewed journal articles
are important products. This person has the opportunity to
develop some innovative research projects in collaboration
with our Alaskan Ecologist in Alaska. Qualifications: Doctoral
(strongly preferred) or master’s degree in economics
(agricultural, natural resource, environmental, or regional
economics preferred) or in natural resource management,
public policy or a related discipline with a strong economic
component; Exceptional written and oral communication
skills that show the ability to translate complex economic
facts into information that can be understood and used
by the conservation community, agency staff, and media
personnel; Understanding of federal land management
and federal environmental laws is helpful. Knowledge of
conservation issues on Alaskan public lands and how these
relate to natural resource management and federal public
land policy is helpful; Solid computer skills (spreadsheet,
database, econometric package, word processing/desktop
publishing, GIS); Experience collecting, processing and
communicating quantitative information; Experience
working in multi-disciplinary teams and with diverse groups
in and outside the conservation community; Ability to
think strategically and participate in the development of
conservation programs essential; Demonstrated ability to
work independently, think creatively, and write convincingly;
Frequent, short-duration travel, both in and out of the region
is required. To apply, please submit a cover letter explaining
your qualifications for this position, resume, writing sample,
and names, addresses, phone numbers of three references
to: Ms. Geri Wardlow, Recruiting Consultant, The Wilderness
Society, 1615 M Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036. Fax:
703-327-0415. Close Date: Until Filled.
Office Administrator - The Wilderness Society, a national
non-profit organization devoted to preserving wilderness
and wildlife, is seeking an experienced Office Administrator
to be responsible for the overall administrative operation of
The Wilderness Society’s Pacific Northwest Regional Office
(PNW), including support of TWS’s Center for Landscape
Analysis. In addition to the administrative duties and
assisting the PNW Regional Director with assigned tasks,
the Office Administrator will be responsible for ensuring
that the PNW office functions effectively and efficiently on a
daily basis. This person will be a key member of a dynamic,
creative, and skilled team working to protect wilderness and
wildlife in Washington and Oregon. Qualifications: The ideal
candidate for this position has extensive office administrative
experience, is highly motivated, well-organized; an energetic
self-starter who can work efficiently with attention to detail
and with minimal supervision. Ability to work effectively and
diplomatically under pressure with a wide variety of people
is essential. Excellent verbal & written communication skills
are required; proven problem-solving abilities, effective time
management and a friendly, positive attitude is desired. Must
be a team player, willing to respond quickly and flexibly to
changing events and work assignments in a dynamic and
challenging work environment. Experience in organizing
special events is helpful. Proficiency with Microsoft
Windows 98/XP, Microsoft Office (MS Word, Access and
Excel), Quicken, electronic mail and Internet essentials is
required; experience with Power Point is a plus. Familiarity
with environmental issues is a plus. Must take initiative and
have the willingness to perform a variety of assignments and
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ability to prioritize work. Submit resume and cover letter to:
Kelly White, Director of Human Resources, The Wilderness
Society, 1615 M Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036. Fax:
202-454-2546. Close Date: Until Filled.
Forest & Fire Program Assistant - The Forest and Fire
Program Associate will work to build public and political
support in Southern California for policies and practices that
protect Southern California’s national forests and promote
sound and sustainable fire management practices on the Los
Padres, Cleveland, Angeles, and San Bernardino National
Forests (with a particular emphasis on the San Bernardino
and Angeles). The ideal candidate has significant scientific
and policy knowledge of forest management and wildfire
issues, as well as experience with environmental advocacy
at the community level and media outreach. The ability
to communicate with a diverse array of people and build
coalitions is essential. This individual must be willing to
work in a leadership capacity on a wide range of projects
and be able to juggle competing priorities. The position is
fast-paced and challenging. Submit résumé, cover letter,
writing samples and references to: The Wilderness Society,
Attn: Forest and Fire Program Associate, Presidio Building
#1016, P.O. Box 29241, San Francisco, CA 94129. Fax:
415-561-6640. Close Date: Until Filled.
Forest Resource Economist - The Wilderness Society is
developing a dynamic interdisciplinary Forest Campaign in
the Northern Rockies. The campaign will focus on restoration
forestry and roadless area protection, including designing
and implementing comprehensive conservation strategies
for a number of ecologically important forest landscapes.
Illustrating the positive linkage between the economy and
protecting wildlands is an important component of this
campaign, including building the case for sustainable jobs
linked to wildland restoration and protection. Our resource
economist will build a factual foundation to inform a broad
public discussion of the need for protecting wildlands and
for a restoration program that improves ecological integrity
while building sustainable economies. We seek an applied
economist who can synthesize existing information and
develop new information critical to improving understanding
of the relationships between wildlands and sustainable
economies in Northern Rockies and to support sound
conservation and management decisions affecting those
wildlands. The resource economist is responsible for
designing, developing and implementing a program of
economic research and extension in support of The
Wilderness Society’s Forest Restoration campaigns. The
Resource Economist will also communicate information
gained to a variety of audiences, including decision-makers
in management agencies, reporters and others in the
media, conservation organizations, business and economic
development community, and community members. In
some places, we may work in collaborative processes
and the resource economist will be an important source
of information and possible solutions to management
questions. Development of scientific reports, science and
policy briefs, comment letters, and peer-reviewed journal
articles are important products. Qualifications: Doctoral
(strongly preferred) or master’s degree in economics
(agricultural, natural resource, environmental, or regional
economics preferred) or in natural resource management,
public policy or a related discipline with a strong economic
component; Exceptional written and oral communication
skills that show the ability to translate complex economic
facts into information that can be understood and used by the
conservation community, agency staff, and media personnel;
Understanding of federal land management and federal
environmental laws is helpful. Knowledge of conservation
issues on Northern Rockies public lands and how these
relate to natural resource management and federal public
land policy is helpful; Solid computer skills (spreadsheet,
database, econometric package, word processing/desktop
publishing, GIS); Experience collecting, processing and
communicating quantitative information; Experience
working in multi-disciplinary teams and with diverse groups
in and outside the conservation community; Ability to
think strategically and participate in the development of
conservation programs essential; Demonstrated ability to
work independently, think creatively, and write convincingly;
Frequent, short-duration travel, both in and out of the region
is required. To apply please submit a cover letter explaining
your qualifications for this position, resume, writing sample,
and names, addresses, phone numbers of three references
to: Tom Bancroft, Vice President, Ecology and Economics
Research Department, 1615 M Street, NW, Washington, DC
20036. Fax: 202-454-2546. Close Date: Until Filled.
Development/Office Assistant – Minnesota. This position
will assist staff in the smooth running of day-to-day office
needs while working with the Director to develop and
implement fund-raising strategies for Audubon Minnesota
and the Upper Mississippi River Campaign. Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree. Major gifts or other direct fundraising
experience a plus. Experienced with IBM-based computers
and software (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Quicken, Access,
Abode Design Collection). Demonstrated experience using
effective interpersonal skills, listening, and diplomacy to
build strong relationships with donors, volunteers, and
staff. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Excellent writing
and oral communication skills, experience in fund-raising;
keen interest in nature, conservation and working with
people; ability to thrive in a team environment. Ability to
communicate a compelling and inspired vision of Audubon’s
purpose and programs. Working knowledge or willingness
and ability to learn basics of charitable gift planning. Ability
to learn and use database to achieve desired results. Ability
to help manage and track multiple prospects and donors.
Contact: HumanResources@audubon.org; phone: 212
979-3000. Address: 700 Broadway, New York, NY 10003.
Close Date: Until Filled.
Development Associate – Lincoln, NE. The Development
Associate will be responsible for both administrative
support and activities designed to broaden the scope
and effectiveness of Audubon Nebraska’s fundraising
initiatives with special reference to the Spring Creek Prairie
Audubon Center and the Iain Nicolson Audubon Center
at Rowe Sanctuary. The Development Associate will be
responsible for the processing of gifts, the recognition
of donors, and tracking and projection of contributed
revenue. The Development Associate will be responsible
for tracking ongoing efforts to cultivate both individual
and institutional donors and, when appropriate, to solicit
contributions from them. The Development Associate will
assist the Center Directors with correspondence, and with
other development-related tasks such as producing grant
proposals and requests, managing grants, coordinating
special events, producing development promotional
materials (including print, multimedia and web-based
materials) and other administrative duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Applicant should have: excellent written/oral
communication skills; excellent organizational skills; ability
to handle simultaneous projects and meet deadlines; good
knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Word,
Excel and Access; creative team player; ability to handle
confidential information with discretion and integrity; willing
to take initiative. Bachelor’s degree preferred together with
at least three years of experience in a position handling
functions similar to those needed for the primary duties
described above. Experience with event planning preferred.
Experience using desktop publishing; photo editing and
presentation software (such as Microsoft Publisher, Adobe
Photoshop Elements and Microsoft Powerpoint) would be a
plus. Similarly, experience in obtaining financial and personal
information about companies and individual on line would be
a plus. Successful candidate will be trained in Millennium,
a donor management database program. Applicant should
have a basic appreciation for or interest in nature and
conservation. Contact: HumanResources@audubon.org;
phone: 212 979-3000. Address: 700 Broadway, New York,
NY 10003. Close Date: Until Filled.
Assistant Office Manager – Arizona. The Assistant Office
Manager will work with the Director and Assistant Director
of the Research Ranch to ensure department goals are met.
He/She will share responsibility for effective and efficient
office operation. Qualifications: Knowledge of general office
practices and procedures; knowledge of business English
and arithmetic; knowledge of the principles and practices of
clerical accounting and bookkeeping; computer experience
and/or training in computer hardware and software
applications including word processing (MS Word preferred),
spreadsheets (Excel preferred),Quicken; ability to work with
a wide variety of people in a pleasant and courteous manner
at all times; understanding of the teamwork required while
working for a nonprofit organization; ability to establish and
maintain effective working relationships; personable; ability
to maintain sense of humor; ability to operate the range of
modern office equipment; and most importantly, shares a love
of Audubon, or at least Audubon’s mission to protect birds
and other wildlife. Contact: HumanResources@audubon.
org; phone: 212 979-3000. Address: 700 Broadway, New
York, NY 10003. Close Date: Until Filled.
Performance Track Associate
Cambridge, Massachusetts
The Performance Track Associate carries out assignments on IEc projects under the
general supervision of Principals or Senior Associates. This person manages the day
to day operations of the Performance Track Information Center, co-managing junior
staff and collaborating with other team members on Performance Track analysis
and development. The Performance Track Associate also has extensive interaction
with EPA Performance Track staff as well as Performance Track members.
The Performance Track Information Center maintains a call center and email
account to service member information requests related to application processes,
annual reporting requirements, and related programmatic questions.
The Performance Track Associate works closely with the Systems Development
Manager to enhance, update, and manage the online Performance Track reporting
system as well as the tools and databases used to manage and store a variety of
program related information. In addition, the Performance Track Associate works
with the Reporting and Performance Measurement Manager to support EPA data
analysis needs.
Required Knowledge. Skills and Abilities: Because IEc is committed to growth from
within, we seek Associate candidates with a long-term interest in a consulting career.
Successful Associate candidates possess graduate training in environmental or
public policy, or economics, and have a broad knowledge of quantitative analytic
methods. Demonstrated interest in developing and maintaining information
management systems and relational databases is required, as are excellent
problem-solving skills and the ability to speak and write effectively. Experience
programming in Visual Basic or other programming languages and a knowledge of
voluntary pollution prevention programs are preferred.
Industrial Economics, Incorporated (IEc)
2067 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, Massachusetts 02140
www.indecon.com
February 2006
Senior Business Information System Consultant
Atlanta, Georgia
The Senior Business Information System Consultant develops creative solutions to meet
our clients’ business information needs. They will lead Information Technology projects
within a business Region and provide oversight and career direction for a group of IT
consulting staff. They will apply their knowledge of the needs of clients and conduct
problem solving with the objective of meeting the business process and information system
needs of the client. They must have the ability to manage projects associated with business
process analysis, system design, IT planning, information design, system implementation,
and work management perspectives. The Senior Business Information System Consultant
manages client relationships including both sales and delivery aspects.
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The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and should have 8 to 10 years of experience
with a significant fraction of that time in consulting. Experience with municipal water
and/or wastewater utilities is important. Familiarity with system development, life cycle
methodologies, application development, web development, data warehouse technologies,
system architecture, and system design concepts will be key success criteria. All candidates
must have excellent written and oral communications skills, strong interpersonal skills in
listening, and the ability to work in a team environment.
Technical skills may include one or more of the following: Optimization; Problem solving;
Business process mapping and analysis; Database architecture; Procurement advisory;
Organizational assessments; Information Technology master planning; Information
Technology software selection and implementation; Asset Management Systems; Electronic
Document Management Systems; Environmental Management Systems; Computerized
Maintenance Management Systems; Strong application development experience (Oracle,
Dbase, Access) is a plus.
Education and experience: Bachelor’s degree in a business, IT, or related field or equivalent
relevant experience. Minimum one year experience as a Junior Business Systems Analyst
or equivalent experience. External consulting skills are desired but not mandatory
Brown and Caldwell
201 North Civic Drive
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
www.brownandcaldwell.com
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