Job Tag: Science/Engineering

What You Will Do

Apply your experience in field ecology to a diverse range of projects conducted by Soil, Foodstuffs, and Biota program. You will collaborate with program members to collect environmental samples for monitoring purposes within and around the Laboratory’s approximately 40 square miles. The program monitor radionuclides, metals, and organic chemicals, such as PCBs and PFAS, in a wide range of environmental media including soil, river and reservoir sediment, vegetation, foodstuffs, small mammals, fish, deer, elk, and more. You will also assist with data management, data analyses, and the preparation of reports and peer-reviewed publications. As a part of the Environmental Protection and Compliance Division, Environmental Stewardship Group, you will work with other environmental professionals to enable the Laboratory’s broader mission of solving national security challenges through simultaneous excellence.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Advanced experience in identifying, handling, and sampling biota such as small mammals, fish, game animals, benthic macroinvertebrates, and plants.
Demonstrated ability to conduct statistical analyses on environmental data, such as t-tests, ANOVAs, trend analyses, or multivariate analyses and interpret results.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated experience completing written technical reports and peer-reviewed publications.
Self-initiating, communicative work style with very strong interpersonal and collaborative-work capabilities.
Strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills including the ability to keep deadlines and assist with managing programmatic records.

Education/Experience:

This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in biology, ecology, environmental science or a related discipline and 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:

Master’s degree or higher in biology, ecology, environmental science, or a related discipline.
Experience processing large game animals and fish or willingness to learn.
Ability to read and navigate with GPS units and maps to determine exact locations of project areas.
Ability to work in outdoor environments, to tolerate varying environmental conditions, and to hike long distances while carrying loads of 25 pounds over rough, uneven, and steep terrain.
Experience driving larger vehicles in off-road settings and in towing large equipment.

Location: This position will be located in Los Alamos, NM. with the potential for teleworking from a location within 2 hours ground commute of this location. Reporting onsite will be periodically required. Telework is at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) is the state agency responsible for ensuring clean air and water, the safe management of toxics the recycling of solid and hazardous wastes, the timely cleanup of hazardous waste sites and spills, and the restoration and preservation of wetlands, surface waters and coastal resources.

MassDEP seeks applicants for the position of Environmental Analyst IV – Drinking Water Program within the Bureau of Water Resources. Under the general supervision of the Drinking Water Program Director and direct supervision of the Technical Services Section Chief (EA VI), the candidate selected will provide hydrogeologic technical review of reports submitted to the Drinking Water Program, Wastewater Program, Commissioner’s office, and other internal and external programs for the Commonwealth. The candidate selected will provide support for hydrogeologic related issues arising in the Boston and regional offices. The candidate selected will provide technical support/assistance to public water suppliers and regional staff on Source Approvals, contamination potential, tributary mapping, Groundwater Discharge permits, and other associated hydrogeologic concerns. The candidate selected will also travel to sites where field work associated with hydrogeologic reviews will be needed. The selected candidate will also be supervising staff within the Well Driller Program and will be responsible for program functionality. The candidate selected will perform data entry into program databases and generate reports, as needed. This position entails working with other professional staff in a team setting and involves work of moderate difficulty and responsibility with substantial latitude for use of independent professional judgment.

Specific duties for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

A. Provide Hydrogeologic Technical Assistance to Drinking Water and Wastewater Programs, along with other internal and external programs throughout the Commonwealth.

Review and supply tactical comment, approval or denial of reports submitted by proponents for regulated projects. These submittals are reviewed for technical completeness and review based upon the data provided according to scientific principles.
Perform field investigations relative to submitted project to verify the data provided.
Provide guidance, review or technical expertise relative to environmental modeling.
Provide technical review or expertise involving delineation of zones of contribution or impact relative to drinking water or waste water projects.
Provide expert testimony relative to subject’s involving enactments expertise, in particular when related to a project reviewed.
Provide computer support for the DWP
Train staff (as needed).

B. Well Driller Program:

Liaison between the DWP and those in the well and well service industry. This also includes federal, state and local industry
Mange all aspects of the certification proc3ess of well drillers and those regulated under 310 CMR 46.00 as revised (Well Driller Regulations)
Perform trainings and presentations to driller and others regulated under the Well Driller Regulations. This would also include outreach to agencies, such as BOHs and other interested parties. Trainings may also be on subjects related to the program such as geology and water resources.
Oversee the collection of electronic data which will populate databases. This data will include driller and rig information, and well completion data.
Oversee the access of the public, well driller and other interested parties to the data collected.
Hire, train and supervise staff as needed to maintain the mission of the Program.
Perform evaluations of staff performance per Commonwealth regulations (EPRS). Design and implement remediation plan(s) as needed.
Enforce Well Driller Regulations
Coordinate continuing education with other agencies or organizations, or develop in house training which would satisfy any continuing education requirements dictated by the Well Driller Regulations (as revised).
Enforce Well Driller and others regulated under the Well Driller Regulations (as revised) as it pertains to ground water protection (MGL 21 s 16).
Receive process and investigate complaints received by the Program. This may include hearings or providing expert testimony.
Prepare briefs or presentations for the Department relative to the program, explaining the general purpose, function or specific tasks accomplished by the Program.
Perform other duties as assigned.

C. Coordinate radionuclide issues:

Provide guidance for the regions relative to radionuclide issues they may encounter which include sampling, compliance and treatment of PWSs.
Liaison with other Federal, State and local agencies relative to radionuclide’s for the Program.
Assist in sample collection and compliance issues in the field.
Provide training and assistance to interested parties.

Preferred Qualifications at Hire:

General knowledge of hydrogeologic principles
General knowledge of the MassDEP DWP Well Driller Program
General knowledge of the federal Safe Drinking Water Act.
General knowledge of the Massachusetts Drinking Water Regulations.
Clear and effective oral and written communication skills.

Ability to work independently upon receipt of general or specific instructions from supervisors.
Ability to work in a group to develop consensus and to write minutes and reports.
Ability to conceptualize regulatory implications of technical issues and to develop and explain issues or policies.
Ability to perform technical review of water supply projects and water quality data.
Strong and effective writing, editing, and oral communication skills, including ability to successfully convey complex issues to MassDEP staff and the general public.
Ability to convey information to USEPA, MassDEP staff, local government, and the general public about hydrogeologic and well drilling concerns.
Ability to conduct outreach activities and stakeholder coordination on safe drinking water, including responding to public requests and questions.
Proficiency in the preparation of charts, graphs and tables.
Demonstrated organization and planning skills and ability to adapt to varying work situations.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Power Point, Access and Excel

Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or its equivalent

Western Growers exists for one reason only: to ensure the future viability of its members – the hard-working, salt of the earth farmers who grow the fruits, vegetables and tree nuts that feed our nation and nourish our bodies. But their way of life, their ability to pass their multi-generational farms and family legacies on to their children and grandchildren, is being jeopardized by a host of threats, many of them beyond their control. They face a growing litany of laws and regulations that make it increasingly difficult and expensive to do business.

Our members depend on us to help them remain competitive and profitable in spite of these trying circumstances, which we do by fighting – heart and soul – for them every single day. We passionately advocate for them in the halls of Congress and on the steps of the state capitol. We actively facilitate the advancement of technology designed to help them become more efficient and less dependent on diminishing resources. We diligently provide health insurance to their farm workers, as well as other insurance solutions tailored to the unique business. We do all of this, and more, from a position of leadership in the agriculture industry, which requires a team of intelligent, inquisitive and innovative individuals sold out for our common purpose.

Compensation: $83,574- $119,913 with a rich benefits package that includes profit-sharing.
Job Description Summary

This position reports directly to the Senior Vice President, Science. The primary responsibility of the Environment and Climate Director is for the development and implementation of strategic initiatives that support the environmental performance of member operations. The role is responsible for leading Western Growers engagement in the focus areas of crop inputs, integrated pest management, water quality, resource conservation, and climate response. Specifically, the Environment and Climate Director will work to ensure that members have regulatory access to critically necessary pesticides, facilitate development and application of diverse climate-smart field practices, and identify and advantage grant opportunities in key focus areas particularly, soil health. This position will also work identifying research needs and developing support for regional/crop based assessment and verification strategies for agricultural water management (microbiological and chemical). The role will promote best practices for climate adaptation, resiliency, and risk management by engaging with industry stakeholders (i.e., buyers, regulators, public health officials, academic experts) and members, as well as representing membership in public and scientific forums.
Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in biological, chemical, physical, or environmental science, soil science, water science, hydrology, agronomy, natural resource science, environmental or public health, physical geography, or a closely related scientific discipline. Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in microbiology or related field, preferred.
Eight (8) to ten (10) years of increasingly responsible professional experience as a scientist in agriculture, environmental analysis/research, environmental program management, regulatory compliance, or investigation.
In-depth knowledge of western state and federal policies and laws as related to environmental and climate management, as well as ecological principles.
Ability to act as a change agent through collaboration with a diverse network of business professionals including grower-shippers, extension agents, academic researchers, industry associations and federal and state agencies.
Strong planning and project management abilities including time and resource management.
Advanced understanding of key environmental and climate science and technology issues impacting the produce industry.
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate complex scientific and technical issues to a general audience.
Proficient in end-user software programs e.g. word-processing, spreadsheet software, data base management and presentation/publication applications and basic knowledge on web page development and maintenance.
Ability to conduct Global Information System (GIS) analysis and prepare maps/reports to support technical documents.
Demonstrated leadership in the strategic development, deployment, and administration of environmental programs.
Internet access provided by a cable or fiber provider with 40 MB download and 10 MB upload speeds.
Home router with wired Ethernet (wireless connections and hotspots are not permitted
A designated room for your office or steps taken to protect company information (e.g., facing computer towards wall, etc.)
A functioning smoke detector, fire extinguisher, and first aid kit on site.
Verifiable, clean DMV record and the ability to travel to various locations throughout the U.S. (mainly California and Arizona) up to 20% of the time.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Member Services

Provide analytical support, propose and/or present in member and public forums new approaches or modifications to local, state or federal policy developments related to water quality, pesiticides, other crop inputs, climate , sustainability and conservation. This includes assistance with the development of public comments associated with current and proposed regulations as needed.
Secure funding from outside sources to advance WG’s water quality, environment and climate objectives. This includes researching and drafting proposals for grant opportunities from government and non-government resources.
Provide members technical assistance, training or other resources to address and resolve agricultural water quality concerns related to the environment or food safety.
Support the WG’s Science Committee of the Board of Directors through preparation of materials, presentation of information and follow-up plans.
Support WG’s Climate and Sustainability Working Group to advance environment priorities.
Promote Western Growers’ members and their environment and conservation solutions and objectives within membership and with external stakeholders including federal/state regulatory authorities and other industry stakeholders.
Expand professional relationships with member company stakeholders and act as a resource for questions and/or issues, as well as respond to “just-in-timeâ€ training needs.

Communications

Create, source, and organize high utility resources that will assist members in the areas of climate and environmental performance, including scientific journal publications, white papers and other documents or visual media.
Write on environment and climate issues for industry publications.
Enhance WG’s Science online presence through development of social media materials, brief articles, data-driven infographics and member highlights.

Climate and Environmental Performance

Establish and advance Western Growers’ profile in environment and climate, including the development and promotion of training, educational opportunities, and other tools to transfer knowledge and sustain engagement.
Develop and implement a grant strategy to promote research in the areas of water quality (food safety and the environment), climate-smart agronomic practices, soil health, and sustainability measurements. Publish findings, and when appropriate, develop outreach materials for industry and other stakeholders.
Develop a deep understanding of the structure, objectives, programs, and financial needs of the organization, and work with subject matter experts, managers, and their staff to develop compelling grant proposals and accurate narrative and financial reports.
Write and submit grant proposals, fundraising-related writing projects, and reports; keep a portfolio averaging multiple grant-related submissions
Oversee and implement member education in collaboration with WG Science team and other internal departments (i.e. Government Affairs)
Research, apply and promote the application of data science to advance member environmental performance, including potential WG-sponsored data collection and analyses, application of public data, and engagement with researchers and other thought leaders in data science.
Confer with members by telephone or in-person (individual or group) to provide consultative services to members about their environmental performance needs, questions, and other requests.
Develop and monetize training and consultation services including course curriculum and resource/collateral materials that are valuable to WG members in their operations.

Other

Utilize all capabilities to satisfy one mission — to enhance the competitiveness and profitability of our members. Do everything possible to help members succeed by being curious and striving to understand what others are trying to achieve, planning, and executing work helpfully and collaboratively. Be willing to adjust efforts to ensure that work and attitude are helpful to others, be self-accountable, create a positive impact, and be diligent in delivering results.
Maintain internet speed of 40 MB download and 10 MB upload and router with wired Ethernet
Maintain a HIPAA-compliant workstation and utilize appropriate security techniques to ensure HIPAA-required protection of all confidential/protected client data.
Maintain and service safety equipment (e.g., smoke detector, fire extinguisher, first aid kit
Maintain a clean DMV record and the ability to travel to locations throughout the U.S. (mainly California and Arizona) up to 20% of the time.
All other duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in Environmental Assessment (ENVR 470) and Environmental Regulations (ENVR 440). Additional courses depending on the candidate’s qualifications and departmental needs (e.g., ENVR 101 – Perspective in Environmental Science, BIOL 402 – Stream Ecology and/or Water Quality).

A typical faculty workload responsibility may include up to twenty four (24) credits of instruction per academic year.

The successful candidate may need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified.

May be expected to develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and on-line instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at the university’s additional locations, as assigned.

The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, conduct research productively and mentor students in research, help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion, and may be expected to develop external grant funding opportunities.

All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, in continuing preparation and study, in contributing to student growth and development, and in providing service to the university and community (See Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFO Master Agreement).

This position will supervise/advise graduate students.

Required Qualifications:

Doctorate in Environmental Science, Biology, or related field. Evidence of degree completion by July 31, 2023. However, applications with all but dissertation (ABD) with a documented plan of completion by December 22, 2023, will be considered.

Research experience in water quality.

Demonstrated ability to serve a diverse population and apply an equity lens to this position including social justice and/or anti-racism.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

Demonstrated effective written, oral communication and/or presentation skills.

College/university teaching experience in courses similar to Environmental Assessment, Environmental Regulations, Perspective in Environmental Science, Stream Ecology, and/or Water Quality (graduate teaching assistant experience acceptable).

Experience with advising and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.

Demonstrated ability to initiate and sustain an active research agenda with an emphasis on water quality and aquatic invertebrates.

Experience working with local, state, or federal natural resource agencies.

A successful research record as demonstrated by extramural funding and publications in peer-reviewed journals

Jacobs has been a leader in the sustainability and resilience practice by setting the standard for innovation and thought leadership. With a focus on delivering solutions that meet the needs of our clients’ sustainability and resilience planning goals and objectives, we have built a long-standing reputation as trusted advisors for clients in the municipal, state, and federal government sectors as well as private sector clients.

We are seeking a Coastal Resilience & Sustainability Specialist in North Carolina. This position will support our local and national sustainability and resilience teams as we provide solutions that meet our clients’ needs. Candidates must have experience in sustainability planning and program implementation with a focus in coastal areas. Candidates should have developed practical and applicable implementation solutions as well. Their background must include sustainability planning and implementation, leadership, and experience leading and guiding teams.

For success, this individual must have the drive to deliver innovative yet practical solutions for our clients and the environment. They will be responsible for developing and executing high value consulting services to our public and private sector clients. It is expected that a successful candidate will be an active industry participant with a goal of further developing industry recognition. This individual must be capable of working effectively to collaborate across geographies, leverage a wide variety of technical skills, while holding important values sacred, and inspiring all around to raise the bar of excellence and thought leadership.

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Conducting vulnerability assessments of climate hazards and risk, as well as broader community shocks and stress.
• Developing and successfully implementing sustainability (climate adaptation and mitigation) and resilience plans, programs and policies for municipal, state, federal, and private sector clients.
• The ability to develop in role to lead project teams as a Project Manager and/or Strategic Advisor.
• Participating in teams as technical lead.
• Supporting marketing teams in the preparation of proposals and similar activities.
• Maintaining availability to travel when required.
• Participating in Jacobs business development matters and professional societies as appropriate to grow and demonstrate industry expertise.
• Supporting community engagements.
• Focusing on the goal of supporting Jacobs’ coastal sustainability and resiliency practice growth both in size and geography.

Here’s What You’ll Need:

The successful candidate for this position should meet the following requirements:

• Master’s or other advanced degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, sustainability or related field
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the sustainability and resilience field
• Familiarity with coastal sustainability and resiliency issues in the southeastern U.S.

Walsh Engineering Associates, Inc. is a growing Maine-based Consulting Engineering firm that specializes in Civil Site Engineering, Environmental Permitting, Compliance and Construction Management Services for a diversified clientele. The company has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Environmental Permitting Manager to join their Westbrook Maine team.

Walsh Engineering is focused on exceeding expectations by working closely with clients to execute projects that include a balance of innovative and practical design with equally high standards for construction execution. Their respected team of professionals provides clients with the most responsive and highest quality professional consulting services available.

The Environmental Permitting Manager will be responsible for project permits for zoning, site and subdivision, wetlands sand dunes and stormwater. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical writing and compliance. The Environmental Permitting Manager will also be interacting with clients and local government officials. This is an opportunity to impact the entire project from design through construction. Walsh Engineering offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, sign-on bonus, and flexible working schedule.

Primary Responsibilities:

Driving and coordinating the effective delivery of project permits for a variety of civil engineering projects that meet the required outcomes for clients and key stakeholders ensuring timely completion.
Establishing and maintaining effective, professional relationships with relevant stakeholders including clients, government agencies and allied professionals.
Providing permitting leadership, direction, and mentoring to the team.
Drive permitting efficiencies and quality of each project.
Contributing to the development, growth, and expansion of Walsh Engineering Associates’ portfolio of clients and projects through execution of permit applications
Delivery high-quality projects and service to clients.
Ability to manage multiple projects with competing demands and priorities.
Ability to effectively prepare and present projects to local permitting authorities and coordinate approval process

Requirements:

Desire to work in a fast-paced environment while multi-tasking
Ability to coordinate with project managers on all project details
Ability to drive project permits
Degree in Environmental permitting or related experience
5+ years of land use permitting experience
Experience with local site plan and subdivision approval
Experience with Maine DEP permitting, included Site Location of Development, NRPA, Stormwater, and Shoreland Zoning
Experience with Army Corps Of Engineers wetland and dredge permitting
Strong communication and organizational skills.

As an Environmental Consultant with NorthLand Environmental Consulting, you will be responsible for collecting, analyzing and integrating data into technical report documents for various projects. Your role will be responsible for a wide range of duties including:

Completing site assessments of current and historical conditions/uses of properties and adjacent properties.

Reviewing regulatory databases including underground storage tanks, above ground storage tanks, known or suspected release cases, hazardous substance storage and disposal.

Historical record review including aerial photographs, fire insurance maps, historical city directories and topographic maps.

Reviewing state and local agency records such as state environmental agencies, building departments, fire departments and health departments.

Conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments consistent with ASTM standards.

Conduct environmental impact analysis and develop mitigation strategies.

Compose letters, technical memorandums and technical reports as well as preparing reports, correspondence, permit applications and business development materials.

Collect Environmental data and conduct field surveys.

Conducting site reconnaissance, including sampling activities.

Conducting site investigations related to soil, groundwater, soil vapor, indoor air and sediment sampling.

Effectively communicate progress and issues with team members, clients and subcontractors throughout projects.

Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Completing formal training, reviewing professional publications and attending professional workshops as needed.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

5 or more years of consulting experience OR 2 or more years of performing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and preparing reports.

Professional Engineer or Geologist preferred but not required.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, Natural Resources, Physical Science or related field.

Strong communication skills and exceptional technical writing skills.

Attention to detail with ability to meet deadlines and produce high quality work.

Strong work ethic with results-driven attitude.

Willingness to travel

Want to apply your engineering and analytical skills to help individuals and leading organizations save energy and reduce greenhouse gas footprints? You can at ICF. We solve today’s most challenging issues facing the energy industry, business and consumers.

ICF is seeking a detail-oriented, self-motivated candidate to support our Climate, Energy Efficiency, and Transportation line of business. Our associates work on multiple projects, interact with all levels of staff, participate in client meetings, and interact with industry experts.

Successful candidates will be responsible for shaping critical programs for the next era of energy policies that will impact our communities and our world. They will support implementation of high–profile public–private partnership programs to drive improved energy efficiency in homes and businesses. They will be part of a team that reviews and analyzes energy efficient consumer products and building technologies and helps develop technical specifications.

Responsibilities:

Performing research, analysis, and industry outreach to develop energy efficiency specifications for a variety of product categories.

Serving as liaison between government and industry stakeholders (e.g. equipment and component manufacturers, trade associations, energy efficiency advocates) to understand the challenges and opportunities for improving product efficiency.

Performing in-depth analysis of energy efficiency savings, using spreadsheets, databases, and custom programming (e.g., Python, Ruby).

Reviewing literature and performing market and product analytical research.

Writing of technical materials.

Developing and implementing program strategies, preparing and presenting persuasive presentations, and research and analysis of energy efficiency and industry trends.

Conveying complex technical subjects to non-technical audiences.

Proficient in quantitative and analytical skills.

Proficient in personal computer skills (Microsoft applications, spreadsheet/database skills, basic programming skills).

Ability to prioritize and multi-task, and work under strict deadlines as proven in recent duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics or related technical field.

Demonstrated interest and/or experience in climate- and sustainability-related areas through recent duties.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

Experience in product development and/or test method development.

Familiarity with the development/delivery of public-private voluntary partnership programs, particularly those focused on energy efficiency.

Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information.

Ability to work with all levels of internal staff, as well as outside clients and vendors.

Ability to take ownership of tasks and seek input when needed.

The Alaska Center for Energy and Power (ACEP) at the University of Alaska Fairbanks is recruiting for two DevOps System Engineers to join our dynamic research-oriented team. ACEP offers a flexible and exciting work environment and focuses on innovative, practical, and cost-effective energy solutions for Alaska and Arctic communities. In this position, you will have the opportunity to develop professional quality systems and processes for managing, analyzing, and serving data and data products from diverse and dynamic sources while working within an inclusive team. If you enjoy working collaboratively and have communication, organizational, and time management skills, we encourage you to apply!

Duties:

Development and Technical Projects: Responsible for the development of professional quality code that adheres to appropriate IT standards and satisfies user requirements. Work methods and decisions are independently reached and involve a combination of pre-defined directions and innovative approaches. Collaborate with teammates to design and implement new secure, fault-tolerant, and efficient software systems as well as improve and modernize existing systems. Through consultation with higher levels, establish and review requirements for design changes to operational systems. Analyze and test new and existing software. Improve technical skills in software development to stay ahead of emerging technologies and rapidly evolving cloud ecosystems. Interact with the open-source community or technical support to solve problems when necessary. Assist and mentor other members of the department. This will include reviewing team members’ code and providing feedback. Implement software deliveries using modern Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) methods with minimum impact on operations. Professionally document current processes, systems, and software. Participate in user work team meetings to provide strategic and technical guidance.
System Maintenance: Perform system maintenance and software tuning, install upgrades and modify the software to support existing and added features and functionality. Maintain interface integrity between data, production, and distribution systems. Analyze and quantify internal trouble reports to scope software repair, requirements, and schedule. Complex problems are resolved through consultation with the supervisor. Review historic and current subsystem deficiencies to minimize any inheritance of operational problems with maintaining software. Create, maintain, and improve upon departmental standard operating procedures (SOPs). Lead the creation of new documentation and update existing documentation to reflect modifications and existing systems and projects in partnership with other team members at Alaska Center for Energy and Power (ACEP).
Communication: Provide supervisor with adequate prior notification for planned impacts to normal operations. Record and report appropriate and timely levels of detail regarding the status of projects and work performed to the supervisor and other ACEP program project managers. Provide cross-training to other staff. Serve as the expert resource for a specialized functional area and/or a project manager. Act as a technical interface between the organization and external development contractors to ensure compatibility of hardware and custom application software. Conduct clear, correct, concise, and professional presentations when asked for internal audiences and external parties. Prepare for detailed discussions in meetings. Use effective interpersonal skills in oral and written communications. Solicit and accept feedback from others in a professional manner.

Required Experience, Education or Training:
Bachelor’s degree in information technology, software development, or science research field and 4 years of experience in a science or IT field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

NatureServe seeks a respected scientist in the field of biodiversity informatics to join the Executive Team as Chief Scientist, a Vice-President level role. Ideal candidates will be highly collaborative individuals with a commitment to conservation and a desire to help shape the future of an established but quickly growing organization. The individual who assumes this role will work closely with NatureServe’s Vice President for Data and Methods, as well as the Vice President for Technology and Partnerships, and report to the Executive Vice President for Programs.

The Chief Scientist is the senior leader of NatureServe’s Science Applications department. In this capacity, they guide the strategic development and growth of science programs, projects, partnerships, and fundraising with the goal of providing the best available information to support conservation of species and ecosystems. The incumbent will broker scientific partnerships, provide scientific leadership with and to our Network, and promote and support innovative approaches for the development and management of scientific information, including the advancement of tools that facilitate the use of this information in land management and conservation planning. Working with other scientists and philanthropy, they will lead business development efforts and support fundraising to advance NatureServe’s strategic goals. They will provide thought leadership in conservation data collection, analysis, and application for NatureServe, the Network, and the broader biodiversity informatics and conservation community.

NatureServe’s Conservation Science team, which includes Science Applications and Data and Methods, develops scientific methods to support conservation data production and analyses. The team develops and maintains information on taxonomy, location and distribution, conservation status, and threats for plants, animals, and ecosystems. We apply this information through a range of projects to conduct endangered species assessments, predict species habitat and ranges now and in the future, classify and map ecosystems, assess the ecological integrity of specific places, and help society adapt to climate change, among other applications. Key staff positions within this department include a Chief Zoologist, Chief Botanist, and Chief Ecologist.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Provide strategic leadership for NatureServe’s scientists, by: implementing the State-of-the-Art Conservation Science pillar of NatureServe’s 2022-2026 Strategic Plan; and, with the Vice President for Data and Methods, guiding the strategic development of data, methods, tools, and integrated information products that result in significant enduring benefits in the conservation of biological and ecological diversity.
Oversee the implementation of scientific projects to meet timelines within budget targets.
Provide thought leadership and serve as a spokesperson to elevate the role of NatureServe in key scientific organizations, inspiring a range of stakeholders to engage with NatureServe’s mission.
Develop and maintain partnerships with national and international organizations such as federal and subnational agencies, professional organizations, and academic institutions to enhance development and application of scientific standards, methods and products for the conservation of biological and ecological diversity.
Raise public and private funds to support scientific activities, including by seeking contracts from private and government entities and by seeking philanthropic support from individuals and institutions in collaboration with NatureServe’s Philanthropy team.
With other NatureServe leaders, engage scientists throughout the NatureServe Network in the ongoing development, documentation, and deployment of scientific protocols that support the collection and analysis of consistent biodiversity data across the Network.
Publish methods, results, and other documents that advance effective conservation action, including through peer-reviewed venues and as whitepapers.
Contribute to Government Relations, Public Relations, and Network Relations initiatives.
Other duties as assigned by the President and Executive Vice President for Programs.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

Ph.D. in biology, ecology or related disciplines, with special emphasis in areas of conservation science relevant to NatureServe’s mission.
Leadership in the conservation science community.
More than seven years work experience in applying the concepts of conservation biology and related fields to conservation decision-making and natural resources management (ten years preferred).
Experience in program development and leadership, priority setting, and the management of finances, people, and workloads of large programs with numerous contracts and deliverables.
Experience making compelling presentations to a wide variety of stakeholders.
Proven success in fundraising for scientific programs, particularly in biodiversity and/or conservation.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Understands NatureServe’s mission and demonstrates a commitment to conservation.
Proven strategic thinker who can identify opportunities, set priorities, evaluate the financial and strategic implications of decisions, and motivate and support teams.
Extremely well organized, and able to orchestrate multiple activities to accomplish set goals in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work closely and productively with colleagues including Vice Presidents, the Executive Vice President for Programs, and direct reports.
Excellent skills in partnership development.
Superb written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to travel 10-25% of the time in the U.S. and internationally.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

A professional network of conservation collaborators that includes both domestic and international partnerships.
Candidates with experience working within, or in partnership with, NatureServe or one of its Network programs preferred.
While candidates who live in the Washington, D.C. metro area (or are willing to relocate) are preferred, other locations will be considered.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to travel independently and attend conferences and meetings.
Ability to speak clearly and hear well, to participate effectively in telecommunications with network members and partners.