Job Tag: Conservation

Summary:

This position is responsible for the coordination and management of the Alaska SeaLife Center (ASLC) Oiled Wildlife Response program and aiding the broader Wildlife Response program.

Education/Training Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of four years experience in a similar position or the equivalent required; oil spill or disaster response, grant, accounting, and instructional experience preferred. Within six months of hire, becomes a HAZWOPER 24 Instructor through the ASLC’s Oiled Wildlife Program.

Essential Duties:

Manages the development of protocols and guidelines for oiled wildlife response in collaboration with the Chief Operating Officer, Husbandry Director, Director of Animal Health, and Wildlife Response Curator.

Helps write for grants and donations and monitors grant and budget activity to ensure funding agency policies and requirements are met for wildlife response.

Manages the development, maintenance, and delivery of training programs and drills specific to the Oiled Wildlife Response Program, including the HAZWOPER 24 workshops and HAZWOPER annual refresher. Coordinates travel and other logistics for training events, including workshops, drills, meetings, and other training sessions. Tracks training requirements for responders and ensure that responders remain current. Responders include those from the Alaska SeaLife Center and outside partners.

Supervises training and preparedness of the ASLC Oiled Wildlife Response Team (OWRT) by holding periodic meetings to ensure understanding of roles and responsibilities and provide training and familiarization with the proper operation of oiled wildlife mobile response equipment. Coordinates and promotes the ASLC OWRT’s participation in drills and other learning opportunities. Drills could be virtual or in person anywhere in the state.

This position will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and replenishing oiled wildlife response equipment and maintaining supplies needed for oiled wildlife response training.

Develops, maintains, and improves electronic and paper filing and database systems for Oiled Wildlife Response.
Monitors and coordinates regulatory and grant compliance for oiled wildlife response.

Develop and expand regional, national, and international oiled wildlife response partnerships, including with oil spill response organizations, government agencies, and the zoo and aquarium industry.

Coordinates travel for the staff specific to response, training, and other travel in support of the oiled wildlife response program. Makes travel reservations, follows through with required changes before travel, and helps with required documentation following travel.

Maintains professional skills and certifications to enable active oiled wildlife response activity.

Fosters good relations with visitors, volunteers, community leaders, contractors, and fellow staff members by promoting positive attitudes, goodwill, and cooperation and providing high service standards.

Complies with all Alaska SeaLife Center policies, procedures, and programs.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Must possess advanced skills in time management, organization, customer service, attention to detail, emergency management, and oral and written communication. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products is a must. Ability to work with diverse individuals; to work independently; to interact effectively with staff, senior management, and funding agencies; and to maintain confidentiality.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Ability to see and hear; use arms and hands; handle objects, tools, and controls; and sit. Ability to lift and move 50 pounds.

Gilchrist County is currently accepting applications for Conservation Technician with Gilchrist Soil and Water Conservation District. This position will provide assistance to agricultural producers in enrollment and implementation of Best Management Practices established by the Florida Department of Agriculture (FDACS), cost share and other FDACS outreach programs, assist Water Management with various duties as requested and other duties as assigned. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture or related field. Experience in agriculture or natural resources is preferred and may substitute for required education on a year-by-year basis. Salary range will be $40,000 – $47,840 depending on experience. Travel is required within several local counties to be determined. A valid driver’s license, ability to use a personal computer, tablet or electronic device is required. Good communication skills and the ability to interact with the public in a courteous manner required.

Earth Island Institute (EII) seeks an experienced executive director to advance the organization’s mission during the next chapter of its growth. The executive director must have demonstrable leadership, management and communication skills, a solid understanding of the fiscal sponsorship model, financial literacy, a passion to protect the environment, and experience working in the environmental movement. The executive director will work to support grassroots activists in our network, as well as manage core organizational functions and initiatives such as the Earth Island Journal, our signature publication; the New Leaders Initiative, our youth environmentalist program; and Earth Island Advocates, our legal arm pioneering groundbreaking environmental litigation.

This role is hybrid with significant in-office presence required. EII is headquartered in the beautiful David Brower Center located in the heart of Berkeley, California.

YOU ARE:

An experienced and innovative leader who will position EII’s project network and core programs for continued growth, success, and optimal impact

A manager who will collaborate effectively with the Board and staff to support EII’s mission, policies, and values, including diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice

A fiscal steward who will oversee a substantial budget, develop fundraising opportunities, and maintain the financial health of the organization

A skillful communicator who is comfortable serving as the public face and primary spokesperson for EII

SALARY/BENEFITS

Salary range is $175,000-$225,000, depending upon experience

Benefits include 100% company paid health insurance, generous vacation and sick leave, and a 403(b) program

The opportunity to work at one of the leading environmental activist organizations in the United States and have a measurable impact on the environmental movement

We are the Environment & Planning Division of ICF. We are enthusiastic about doing what is right for our clients, our people, the communities where we live and work, and the environment. We are planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists. We are collaborative, curious, and committed to excellence—these are qualities we value that make us who we are and inspire us to grow. If you perform well in a fast-paced, engaging, and collaborative environment, and would like to work with a diverse team of industry professionals, we encourage you to learn more about ICF (www.icf.com) and consider applying to join our team.

ICF seeks wildlife biologists with excellent verbal and written communication skills to assist with field work based out of our Austin, Texas, office. Based on the location of field work local candidates are preferred.

What You Will Do

This position involves assisting botanists, wildlife biologists, and wetland specialists by conducting avian point count surveys, vegetation surveys, wetland delineations, and data entry, and preparing technical reports. Projects include the Energy, Transportation, Water and Planning and Development markets.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, Botany, or related field. Must be able to conduct field work in remote locations and be comfortable in the field environment.

2+ years of relevant professional work experience including conducting avian point count surveys, evaluating wildlife habitat, wildlife monitoring, plant surveys, wetland delineations, and data collection, preferably in Texas.

1+ years of GPS technologies experience.

1+ years of experience drafting technical reports from the results of field investigations.

Proficient with the MS Office Suite.

Under the direction of the Director of the Allen County Soil and Water Conservation District, the Conservation Programs Specialist assists landowners and agricultural producers to adopt and implement agricultural and urban soil and water conservation practices and increases public awareness of local, state and federal programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Works directly with agricultural producers and landowners that are enrolled in USDA programs including the Environmental Quality Incentives Program, Conservation Stewardship Program, Regional Conservation Partnership Program and Conservation Reserve Program.
Responsible for providing direct technical assistance to landowners and farmers on conservation practices and programs.
Assists the Soil and Water Conservation District, the USDA, Natural Resources Conservation District and the partners with conducting summer field days and/or winter meetings that promote agricultural conservation best management practices as well as federal, state and local technical, financial and educational assistance programs.
Works with agricultural retailers, local organizations, agency and company representatives as well as other key information multipliers to promote conservation systems and management practices that reduce the amount of sediment, nutrients, pathogens and pesticides reaching the assigned watersheds and their tributaries.
Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or GED with at least two years experience in developing and implementing land use and/or natural resource management plans as well as best management practices and public relations skills
Valid Driver’s License to operate a County owned vehicle
Knowledge of agricultural and urban water quality issues, trends, impairment sources and current and developing conservation practices
Strong written and verbal communication skills including public speaking and creating brochures and pamphlets
Strong computer skills with the ability to use Microsoft Office and other related software
Ability to type 30 WPM
Working knowledge of GIS based software

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The Conservation Programs Specialist works in a standard office environment and out in the field. Frequent sitting, some walking and standing requiring some lifting up to 50 pounds and bending. Frequent typing and attention to detail is required. Walking over rough terrain and carrying equipment required at times, in all weather conditions.

Hours vary; up to 30/week

The Linn County Conservation Department has temporary (full-time) openings available for the 2023 warm recreation season. Positions are available in a variety of locations throughout the County.

Positions Include: Park Attendant, Park Attendant/Naturalist, Natural Resource Aide, Watercraft Concession Manager, Naturalist Intern, and Construction Services Technician.

Wage: $13 – 16.50 per hour
Essential Functions

General park maintenance activities such as mowing, facility, and area clean-up and painting; interaction with park visitors; maintenance of park facilities and minor equipment maintenance.
Campground management; registering campers; some rule enforcement; interaction with park visitors; cleaning facilities; mowing; trail patrol and fee collection; opening and closing park facilities and other general park maintenance activities.
Natural resource management activities such as establishment and maintenance of native forest, prairie, and wetland ecosystems.
Construction Services Technician works directly with Carpenter and Heavy Equipment Operators staff to help build, maintain or service all park facilities, campgrounds, and roadways.
Coordination and management of canoe and paddleboat concession and canoe trip operation; maintenance of equipment, facilities, and vehicles; and interaction with park visitors as a park information center.
Environmental Education – provide support to environmental education programs and events at the Linn County Conservation Wickiup Hill Learning Center and other Linn County parks and natural areas. Conservation education programming with Linn County Conservation parks and natural areas.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

Must pass a County physical examination which includes a drug test after offer of employment.
Random drug tests during employment may be required.
Must have valid driver’s license.
Must be at least 18 years old at time of hire.

Shift

Non-standard work week – weekends & holidays may be required.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Horticulturist performs all job assignments with a positive attitude that supports San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s mission and vision of saving species worldwide by uniting our expertise in wildlife care and conservation science with our dedication to inspiring passion for nature and leading the fight against extinction. The Horticulturist under direction, performs routine horticultural, grounds maintenance, and tree related work of assigned area; develops new area when necessary. This position reports to a Lead/Supervisor.

This class is distinguished from the next higher class, Senior Horticulturist, in that the Senior Horticulturist works under minimal supervision and its duties require more horticultural skills and knowledge. The Horticulturist class would normally be assigned the more routine gardening tasks and performs a wide range of standard duties under general supervision at the Zoo or Safari Park.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Mows, edges, irrigates and fertilizes lawns
Fertilizes and cultivates plantings and shrubs
Prepares new areas for planting
Plants transplants and nurtures seedlings and other new plantings
Collects seeds
Prunes shrubbery and trees
Rakes, sweeps and generally maintains an appealing appearance to grounds
Controls pests
Answers questions from the public
May drive motorize vehicles on and off grounds

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Experience in landscape horticulture in a botanical garden setting preferred.

JOB EXPERIENCE
Prior commercial gardening and tree work desired

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
Valid California Drivers License Upon Hire

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of:
A variety of plants, plant materials and growth principles
Horticultural soil conditions and preparations
Methods and precautions for applying fertilizers and insecticides
Working knowledge of tree removal and maintenance practices
Proper watering techniques
Work safety practices
Layout of the Zoo/Safari Park
Effective customer relations skills
Ability to:
Comprehend and follow instructions
Communicate and work effectively with others
Work in a team environment and motivate others
Follow directions effectively
Deal tactfully and courteously with others

The Cornell Lab of Ornithology is seeking a part-time Land Trust Bird Conservation Initiative Assistant to join our Land Trust Initiative team.

The Cornell Land Trust Bird Conservation Initiative (CLTBCI), based in the Cornell Lab’s Center for Avian Population Studies, provides easily accessible information to advance the pace and impact of land trusts’ protection and stewardship efforts through birds. We teach private landowners and land trusts how to use birds to amplify conservation efforts through birding tools such as eBird, provide trainings and case studies to demonstrate how land trusts have successfully integrated birds into their conservation work, build partnerships by bringing bird conservation organizations and land trusts together to leverage funds and build capacity, and offer a grant program to fund and help facilitate high priority, bird-focused conservation projects.

A successful candidate is someone who would like to be engaged in the conservation world, and who is interested in helping move ahead our agenda of incorporating birds into private land conservation to help curb bird declines. This work will contribute directly to dynamic conservation on private lands at a local, regional, and landscape scale as well as increase the visibility of land trust land protection within the bird conservation community. This position is an opportunity for on-the-job learning.

As the Land Trust Bird Conservation Initiative Assistant, you will support the CLTBCI’s team and project leader and program in all activities, some of which include:

Assist with the production of outreach materials, tutorials, and programs for land trusts and private landowners
Research and write content, as well as perform updates for the CLTBCI website birdtrust.org
Draft success stories to post on the CLTBCI website, including interviewing and interacting with land trust personnel
Develop quarterly content for the land trust eNewsletter
Research current literature relevant to the program’s mission and private land conservation
Work under the guidance of supervisor to co-author articles about private land conservation and birding tools for popular media
Support activities needed to run a $280,000+ small grant program for land trusts, including helping to organize and review small grant applications submitted to the program annually
Interact with land trusts and bird conservation partners by phone and email

This is a part time, 20 hours a week, benefits eligible position. Annual appointment with possibility of renewal based upon performance and available funding.

What We Need from You

Associate degree and up to 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
Self-motivated and dependable with a strong work ethic and attention to detail; excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills; and ability to communicate successfully and professionally (both written and verbal).
Must be able to be flexible and work independently while meeting deadlines and supporting the efforts of an overall team.
Experience with computer skills including word processing, email, spreadsheets, and use of the Internet.

If you possess these skills and experiences, this may be the role for you! There are a few other qualifications we would view as incredibly helpful in this role, including:

Interest in private land conservation, birds, and/or science communication with the ability to write about the natural world.
Creativity, writing, proofreading, and editing experience preferred.
Experience working with or desire to learn more about land trusts and private landowners is beneficial.
Familiarity with or willingness to learn the program eBird is helpful, but not required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, and experience with or willingness to learn new software as needed including basic web design via WordPress and Qualtrics.

This position is located at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology in Ithaca, New York.Â

Preference is for location in the Ithaca area; however, a remote worksite may be considered. Worksite arrangements are subject to change to accommodate business needs. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Working cooperatively with Field Division Management, and other Operations Department staff under the direction of the Water Conservation Coordinator, the Water Conservation Specialist will:

Maintain most aspects currently implemented for the existing Demand Management Programs launched within the water systems located throughout Arizona.
Implement and maintain additional conservation elements within existing Demand Management Programs that will benefit the community.
Develop methodologies to increase participation with existing community programs through marketing and other engagement initiatives.
Prepare and publish water conservation content for AWC website, social media outlets, customer bills, and municipal partners.
Organize cross-functional teams to implement conservation measures that rely on field staff to implement, including creating appropriate administrative processes and supportive training programs.
Work with outside consultants supporting the existing Demand Management Programs.
In cooperation with Water Conservation Coordinator, and as needed, prepare and present Demand Management Program presentations for local governments, business organizations, homeowner associations, regulatory agencies and at conferences.
Attend public outreach events in communities where Demand Management Programs exist to educate on elements and details of program, answer questions, and interact positively with public.
Maintain inventory tracking system for all products used for the launched Demand Management Programs.
Aid Water Conservation Coordinator in measuring effectiveness of water conservation practices implemented in existing Demand Management Programs including gathering and monitoring process and outcome data.
Aid Water Conservation Coordinator in developing a data management system and collecting all data necessary to meet reporting requirements, defend the Company during an enforcement action, meet all data requests from the ACC and manage the Demand Management Program.
Aid Water Conservation Coordinator in preparing all reports related to water conservation and water use required by ADWR, the ACC and the CAGRD at whatever reporting increment required.
Support Water Conservation Coordinator, Water Resource Manager, and Legal Counsel during enforcement proceedings for violation of conservation and reporting requirements.
Solicit, schedule, and conduct on-site water audits/surveys for high use customers, as assigned. This work may be done in conjunction with field staff or contractors.
Perform other tasks as requested.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The required skills, knowledge and physical requirements include, but are not limited to the following:

Knowledge of the 1980 Arizona Groundwater Management Act and subsequent Active Management Area Management Plans.
Knowledge of water conservation methodology, program development, data mining, and data analysis methods.
Knowledge of customer service practices and etiquette on the telephone and in person.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and have effective public speaking skills for presentations within the company and in public forums.
Ability to meet deadlines and accept changes in project schedules.
Excellent personal computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint.
Experience with ArcGIS and SQL, a plus.
Must be dependable, punctual, have good attendance, and have professional demeanor and appearance.
Committed to working safely and following safety practices and procedures.
Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, grasp, push, pull, bend, stoop, climb, crouch, squat, crawl, twist, perform repetitive physical activities, and lift up to 30 lbs.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

A candidate for this position may have:

4-year college degree or combination of education and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform essential functions of the position.
Irrigation Association Landscape Irrigation Auditor Certification and Arizona Smartscape Certification, a plus
Valid Arizona driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

The New York Natural Heritage Program (NYNHP) is a program of the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY- ESF). The program’s mission is to facilitate the conservation of New York’s biodiversity by providing comprehensive information and scientific expertise on rare species and natural ecosystems. NYNHP works in partnership with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and other state, federal, and private organizations involved in natural resource management, land protection and stewardship, and advancing the conservation of biodiversity

Brief Description of Duties:

The Marine Zoologist works to conserve New York’s biodiversity by working with program partners to refine the list of marine animal species tracked in NYNHP’s database and identify the appropriate spatial methodology for mapping occurrences of marine animals.
Acts as liaison to agency and university faculty and staff and serves as project manager as needed. Project manager duties could involve overseeing contractors conducting surveys for marine animals. This position will require strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple competing demands.
Assist state regulators with environmental and permitting reviews.
May conduct limited field work.
Leads data storage/database tasks and GIS mapping of marine animal data in collaboration with other NHP and DEC staff.
Coordinates with other programs in the NatureServe network and NatureServe staff on mapping occurrences of marine animals for conservation planning.
Maintains knowledge of developments in marine species monitoring, ecology, conservation, and technologies and tools.
Maintains relationships with outside partners, state/local/federal agencies, land managers, private landowners and the academic community.
Writes technical reports and designs and delivers presentations on project work.
Marine representative for NY’s invasive species
DEC technical liaison for Ocean Indicator cruises with Stony Brook University

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

Graduate Degree in zoology, ecology, conservation biology, wildlife management, or marine sciences or Bachelor’s Degree and minimum of 3 years of related experience.
Experience in using common software applications (e.g., Word, Access, Excel, Web browsers, ArcGIS).
Experience working with other parties to obtain data.
Experience in collecting, manipulating, analyzing, and interpreting large datasets and preparing reports and scientific papers of findings.
Experience synthesizing, interpreting and communicating scientific information to influence conservation practice.
Willingness to travel to meetings and for limited field work.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates with degrees in the marine sciences and a background in conservation methodology.
Course work and/or field experience indicating knowledge of a wide range of marine species of New York State, or comparable work in another state, or research experience.
Creating or assisting in creating and using databases for data entry and report production. GIS mapping and analysis. R for data manipulation and statistical analysis.
Familiarity with both standard survey methods and animal species identification.
Marine and/or fisheries survey or field work study design, planning, and implementation including field experience