Job Tag: Conservation

SWCA is expanding our natural resources team and seeking a Staff Biologist to support a variety of environmental projects involving a range of office and field duties throughout Southern California. Work hours may vary seasonally, and depending on project needs and your skills. As our Natural Resources team continues to grow, additional opportunities for advancement and/or transition to a regular, full-time position will be available. In this role you might also be expected to perform desktop resource assessments and web-based queries for native species throughout southern and central California. Work will involve utilizing a variety of online tools including ArcGIS Online, Survey123, CNDDB, FWS Critical Habitat Mapper, and Google Earth. This position offers a unique opportunity to apply practical knowledge of California biological resources and habitat to a desktop-based review system. In addition, you will be asked to learn and gain experience with a wide variety of rare species habitat requirements in order to complete these reviews. Reviews will be performed in a fast-paced environment working within a larger team.

The ideal candidate is an energetic, proactive problem solver who enjoys supporting a diverse group of technical specialists. It is anticipated that travel, including overnight stays, will be required for this position. Fieldwork will include travel throughout southern California. Candidates should have, at a minimum, recent experience and comfort with independently conducting nesting bird surveys and/or construction monitoring.

For assistant staff and staff biologist positions, a key element of your job will be to independently supervise a biological survey crew in the field. This includes:

Independently assigning and directing the activities of others on behalf of SWCA, often in remote areas without immediate guidance from senior managers, to ensure quality and on-time delivery;
Ensuring that employees understand their responsibilities and delegated tasks and being held accountable if crew members under your supervision are not performing their activities correctly, productively, and safely;
Serving as a conduit of communication between employees and senior managers, including communicating issues to relevant senior managers;
Receiving and resolving complaints from employees in the field; and
Monitoring team productivity and providing timely performance feedback, including deciding when disciplinary action is necessary and delivering discipline.

Experience and qualifications for success

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related life sciences field preferred.
Knowledge of common and special status state and federal listed California fauna and flora.
Prior experience with GIS software, GPS units/tablets and ability to use technology for data collection.
Ability to travel to a location, walk and conduct fieldwork for long hours, sometimes in inclement weather, rugged terrain, often at high altitudes, and ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds is preferred.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
Report or other writing experience.
Proficiency in MS-Office, MS-Outlook, and Internet/Intranet technologies; ArcGIS, Survey123, Smartsheet and GoogleEarth familiarity a plus
Able to work independently and collaborate with a variety of colleagues and clients

Our Cortland, NY forestry team seeks a highly-motivated, full-time Forestry Technician to join our progressive, growing team. The ideal candidate would be located within 30 miles of Cortland, NY. A two-year or four-year degree in Forestry or closely-related field is required, or applicant must have 2+ years of practical field forestry/timber procurement experience.

Principal Duties Include:

Timber inventory (cruising)
Timber sale preparation (timber marking)
Forest data collection, including GPS and photographic information
Other duties related to forest management for our long-term clients

Principal Requirements include:

An Associate’s (or higher) degree in Forestry, Forest Technology, or Environmental Biology, or 2 years minimum of practical field forestry experience is required.
Individuals with a B.S. degree in Forest Science/Forest Management, Natural Resources, or Environmental Sciences are strongly encouraged to apply.
Must be competent in tree species identification, and with forest mensuration techniques, including point sampling, plot sampling, and 100% inventory methods.
Basic knowledge of common computer/office software.
Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability and willingness to work out of town as assigned for 1-2 week time periods.

Job Type: Full-time

Starting Compensation: $18.00 – $19.00 per hour, depending on experience; paid over-time

Benefits: 401(k) matching, health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, professional development assistance, vision insurance

The Pollution Reduction Project Manager will manage multiple projects across the watershed. These projects include design and construction of home connections to sewer, upgrading existing septic systems to “best available nitrogen reducing technologies”, design and construction of neighborhood scale wastewater treatment facility, stormwater remediation projects, and various other pollution reduction projects.

Specific projects include:

Full implementation of the Buttonwood to Bay project. Buttonwood Brook is a nutrient and pathogen impaired urban stream that runs from its headwaters in New Bedford, MA to its mouth at Inner Apponagansett Bay in Dartmouth, MA. Water quality here consistently ranks in the bottom 10% of all major harbors and coves in the Buzzards Bay watershed. Flowing within and adjacent to Environmental Justice populations, Buttonwood Brook remains a defining waterway and critical public resource within the city due to its relationship to Buttonwood Park and Zoo and proximity to urban neighborhoods. Specific tasks include:

Management of the connection of at least 40 unsewered homes to the town of Dartmouth’s municipal sewer.
Management of the design and implementation of green infrastructure at an urban zoo to reduce bacteria and nitrogen pollution.
Oversee the construction of stormwater BMPs and green infrastructure along the Kempton Street Corridor.
Prioritize and develop other pollution reduction projects, identify and seek funding for design and construction.

Lead efforts to secure funding to reduce Combined Sewer Overflows in the City of New Bedford.
Drive development and implementation of comprehensive wastewater management plans within Buzzards Bay communities that achieve real nitrogen reductions.
Provide technical support to communities applying for state revolving fund loans to implement wastewater infrastructure projects.
Upgrade existing septic systems to nitrogen reducing systems and track performance.

The Pollution Reduction Projects Manager will develop grant applications and perform grant management. The position will be expected to work on projects from concept to implementation, including but not limited to planning, budgeting, grant writing, developing procedures (QAPPs) and Requests for Proposals, to being present on site supervision and follow-on monitoring and tracking.

Desired Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have experience assessing, planning, budgeting, designing, and implementing pollution remediation projects including wastewater and stormwater projects.

Projects are typically performed in cooperation with multiple partners such as cities and towns, neighborhood associations, academic institutions, and other non-profit organizations. The ability to effectively communicate and manage relationships with these diverse partners and homeowners is a critical component of this position. Evening meetings will be required.

To support the dissemination of project results, this position will be expected to perform data collection, analysis and develop reports for internal and public use.

Knowledge of Buzzards Bay communities a plus.

The ideal candidate will have a technical background in environmental science, engineering or related discipline and at least five years of project management experience.

Bachelor’s Degree in environmental science, conservation, engineering or related field required. Masters Degree preferred.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of success managing projects, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a passion for the environment and Buzzards Bay.

Baltimore City Recreation & Parks, Bureau of Parks, Divisions of Horticulture and Park Maintenance are seeking to hire Seasonal Maintenance Aides.

A Seasonal Maintenance Aide for the Divisions of Horticulture and Park Maintenance performs routine physical laboring tasks including landscaping within our city green spaces on construction, maintenance, demolition,

Highways, parks or solid waste projects. The work of this class does not involve supervisory duties or responsibilities. Incumbents receive close supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a five-day workweek that may include evenings, weekends and shift work on a rotating basis, and overtime as required for emergencies.

Work is performed outdoors where incumbents are exposed to such conditions as inclement weather, dust, obnoxious odors, traffic, insect bites, confined spaces, inland waterways, and heights. Work requires strenuous physical activity including frequent bending, stooping, crawling, climbing ladders, reaching and lifting heavy objects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Cleans vacant lots, alleys, parks, playgrounds, median strips or clogged sewers and storm drains; fills sandboxes.
Mows grass, trims bushes, uses string trimmer, plant, mulch and other landscape tasks.
Cuts and removes tree limbs obstructing traffic signs, and infringing upon private property; cuts, removes, and mulches tree stumps.
Cleans indoor facilities, such as bathrooms and outdoor ornamental fountains.
Removes bulk items and trash debris from neighborhood parks and playgrounds.
Collects recycled materials and bulk trash.
Sweeps, shovels or removes trash, debris, loose materials, asphalt or concrete, snow and ice.
Lifts, moves and delivers a variety of materials, machinery and equipment.
Cuts underground pvc pipes; may make minor repairs to cut or frayed wires.
Digs and backfills holes, trenches, and streets; spreads and smoothes concrete; sets up concrete forms, fills potholes and smooths surfaces.
Assists in laying sewer and other large pipes and seals connections with concrete and other materials.
Operates simple equipment and controls such as air hammers, compactors, bobcats, saws, hammers, drills, glue guns, lawn mowers or riding mowers, mulchers, motorized lifts, electric carts or other equipment requiring only brief instruction.
Removes graffiti from residential and commercial properties; operates sandblasting machinery to remove graffiti.
Works from scaffolding, cherry pickers or ladders to perform tasks as assigned.
May climb trees for removal of tree branches.
May drive vehicles to transport people and materials.
May direct the flow of vehicles to facilitate traffic flow at work sites.
May respond to citizen inquiries to provide answers regarding elemental rules and procedures.
May assist in the removal of floating debris from the inner harbor and inland waterways.
Performs related work as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS: A valid Maryland Class C Non-commercial driver’s license, or an equivalent out-of-state driver’s license acceptable to the Office of Risk Management may be required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to follow instructions
Ability to comply with safety rules, regulations and procedures
Ability to engage in strenuous physical activity
Ability to work at high altitudes
Ability to work in inclement weather
Ability to operate simple equipment and controls
Ability to learn general construction procedures
Ability to communicate with the public for the purpose of directing traffic and explaining simple rules and procedures.

Timmons Group is currently seeking an Environmental Bat Biologist to join our Environmental Group located in our Richmond, VA office location. The Bat Biologist will lead and conduct acoustic and/or mist-net surveys for bats, analyze and organize data and produce reports documenting findings. Once documentation is complete, the biologist will be responsible for any necessary coordination/authorization from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) an/or appropriate state agencies as it pertains to the overall project.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

Execution of field surveys and habitat assessments for a variety of species using multiple survey techniques.
Coordinating and leading survey teams.
Coordination and progress updates to clients.
Collecting, organizing, managing, and analyzing acoustic data, including but not limited to: noise removal, species identification, and activity index calculation.
Preparing progress and field assessment reports.
Writing technical reports for client and regulatory agency review
Processing acoustic files through automated software programs and other technical report writing.

Skills/Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

Must have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, or a closely related discipline
Must have at least three years of experience leading bat surveys (e.g., mist netting, acoustic monitoring, roost emergence counts, transportation structures surveys, capture and tracking surveys, and exclusion projects)
Possession of a valid scientific collecting permit to conduct surveys for federally listed bat species (Indiana, northern long-eared, and/or gray bats) or have the qualifications to be added to CEC’s federal bat permit;
Demonstrated experience with bat survey techniques, identification of habitat requirements, and identification of federally listed species
Demonstrated experience and proficiency in use of passive and handheld real-time bat detectors (e.g.: Echometer Touch), use of automated acoustic software, and visual identification of bat species by sonogram, particularly Myotid bats
Pre-exposure rabies vaccination preferred
Must have strong office and field skills, capable and willing to perform field tasks in all types of weather in often demanding outdoor conditions and terrain
Must possess strong verbal and technical writing skills, and be able to read technical literature and engineering plans
Must be willing to conduct season travel during the appropriate survey season windows.
This individual must be highly motivated, a self-starter; flexible, detail-oriented, enjoy interacting with employees and clients; willing to work at a dynamic pace to complete tasks and meet deadlines; and share a commitment to our firm’s vision, mission and shared values.

The Finger Lakes Land Trust (FLLT) seeks a full-time Project Director to lead its Hemlock to High Tor Initiative–an ambitious effort to create a corridor of conserved lands connecting the western Finger Lakes, extending from Hemlock Lake to Canandaigua Lake in Ontario County. The Project Director will be based at a location in the western Finger Lakes to be determined, including the possibility of a home office in this area.

The Hemlock to High Tor Initiative is focused on conserving one of the largest areas of intact forest remaining in the Finger Lakes region, while also prioritizing those lands that are of particular significance for water quality. Resources located within this focus area include the only two Finger Lakes with undeveloped shoreline; thousands of acres of existing public conservation land; and a variety of recreational resources including a branch of the Finger Lakes Trail.

The Project Director is responsible for serving as the FLLT point person for this project and has primary responsibility for engaging landowners, public officials, and other stakeholders. They will build support for the project through public presentations, one-on-one meetings, and other means. The Project Director will identify conservation opportunities and then will work with other FLLT staff to implement conservation strategies. The Project Director will collaborate with the President and the Director of Development & Communications to ensure ongoing funding for the Initiative.

Responsibilities include:

Project Development and Management: Work in close coordination with FLLT leadership and program staff, leading the development of a strategic conservation plan for the FLLT’s land and water conservation efforts within the Hemlock to High Tor focus area. Coordinate day-to-day implementation of Initiative.
Outreach: Represent the FLLT through public presentations, and meetings with landowners, public officials, funders, and other stakeholders; develop broad-based support for the Initiative and the FLLT.
Land Protection Projects: Initiate land protection projects through outreach to landowners and then coordinate implementation by the FLLT Land Conservation Specialist while assisting with the completion of the project as needed.
Water Quality Mitigation Projects: Identify prospective water quality mitigation projects through outreach to landowners and partner organizations. Coordinate implementation of feasible projects by FLLT and partner organizations.
Educational Programs: Coordinate occasional educational workshops for landowners and the public that are designed to provide technical assistance on topics such as water quality, invasive species, and land management options.
Fundraising: Prepare grant proposals and reports with support from FLLT development staff. Cultivate relationships with new and existing donors through guidance from the President and Director of Development & Communications. Attend fundraising events when needed.
Other Activities: Assist with other programmatic, development, and outreach activities within the western Finger Lakes region as needed on an occasional basis.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in natural resource management, environmental science, a related field, OR a bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field and demonstrated experience in land or water conservation.
A minimum of four (4) years experience working in natural resource management, land and water conservation, land use planning, or a related field. Experience with non-profit organizations preferred.
Demonstrated success in project management; demonstrated budget and grant management preferred.
Strong communication skills – both verbal and written.
Ability to work effectively both independently without close supervision and as part of a team in a fast-paced work environment.
Ability to manage complex projects and maintain accurate records with great attention to detail.
Possess and maintain a valid NYS driver’s license and be available for frequent travel around the region. Mileage reimbursement is provided.
Proven record cultivating and maintaining relationships with diverse partners.
A strong commitment to conservation.

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package ranging from $65,000 to $75,000, commensurate with experience. The FLLT offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical and retirement benefits.

The primary objective of the National Forestry Initiative Manager is to deliver the NWTF’s conservation mission at the National, Regional and State level. This will be accomplished working in partnership with NRCS while providing oversight, administration, and supervision of national forestry initiative staff across the United States. The national forestry initiative manager will work collaboratively with NWTF staff to coordinate private land forestry capacity and programmatic delivery across the country.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervises all NFI Forester positions nationally.
Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff.
Coordinates the daily workflow of the Foresters with NRCS staff.
Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Supervise all national forestry initiative positions
Conduct and provide administration support for all agreements associated with the NFI and associated foresters
Assist with technical writing as needed to support the NWTF and NRCS partnership
Promote the NFI through enhanced internal and external communications pursuant to progress and accomplishments; provides required quarterly/annual reports and oral presentations as required
Serve the partnership as the manager for the NFI, to promote and facilitate consistency in program interpretation, communication, implementation and delivery at the National level
Foster collaboration and cooperation amongst all partners engaged in the NFI, but primarily NWTF field staff and NRCS field staff and state, regional, and National staff
Coordinate subject matter material and information dissemination as well as job-related training of foresters in cooperation with NWTF staff
Provide internal and external insights pursuant to staff accomplishments, performance towards annual Goals & Objectives, etc.
Provide effective and regular communication with NRCS State Conservationists and other designated NRCS Points of Contact involved in the NFI, and NWTF field staff to assess progress, needs, and significant challenges, etc., as well as any external funding partners
Maintain and solicit matching financial contributions from partners, including tracking within the NWTF’s Conservation Reporting Portal, invoicing, etc.
Provide updates and news to NWTF’s Communications Department pursuant to the NFI and conservation delivery within respective states; contribute to Turkey Call magazine, Turkey Call television, NWTF state newsletters, websites, blogs, etc… as requested
Other functions as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

Ability to work independently without close supervision and ability to determine work priorities daily, weekly and monthly to maximize time efficiency is required
Must have good public speaking and presentation skills for both technical and nontechnical audiences, ability to write for both professional & general audiences
Basic computer skills such as e-mail and Microsoft Office suite
Strong knowledge of forest management and associated research techniques
Must be willing to incur moderate travel including overnight stays of three to five nights or more
Must demonstrate a team attitude, proven leadership skills, excellent organizational skills and an ability to motivate others through a positive attitude

Preferred Skills/Abilities:

Ability to navigate in remote and rural areas, communicate with land managers and provide advice to agency workers in the field
Ability to use & apply GIS technologies

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in natural resources along with at least six (6) years of professional experience, two (2) of which must include program oversight and administration; and/or a Master’s degree with four (4) years of professional experience or equivalent

Physical Requirements:

Must be able and willing to work, often alone, in a diverse range of climatic and topographic conditions, and within remote areas with limited access and amenities and other extreme conditions as warranted.
Must be able to walk several miles per day in the conditions described above.
Must be able to frequently drive or ride long distances in a vehicle.
Ability to lift and carry up to a minimum of 20lbs.

Remote or Telecomm Status:

Position can work remotely.

Salary Description
$80,000.00 Minimum Annual Salary

The Department of Fish and Game, MassWildlife seeks applicants for a Freshwater Turtle Conservation Biologist (Contractor) to perform the following duties:

The Freshwater Turtle Conservation Biologist implements targeted inventory, research, and management programs to conserve the Commonwealth’s endangered, threatened, special concern, and federally “at-risk” turtles, manages and analyzes data on the distribution of freshwater turtles, provides technical guidance to landowners and land managers to implement management actions for rare turtle species, and works collaboratively with partners in town government, other state agencies, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and non-governmental organizations to implement and track conservation actions for freshwater turtles. The Freshwater Turtle Conservation Biologist works in close coordination with, and is supervised by, the State Herpetologist to support research and conservation initiatives that are supported by Section 6 and Competitive State Wildlife Grants from the USFWS. 1880 hours over a calendar year (full time). There is the possibility for extensions, contingent on funding. Hourly rate is $37.00/hour (which includes $2.68 per hour payment in lieu of benefits). This is a contractor position with no benefits except earned sick leave.

Duties include:

1. Assist the State Herpetologist with the implementation of the Northern Red-bellied Cooter headstarting program, including nest protection and landowner trainings/outreach, and research and monitoring of wild populations.

2. Plan and conduct targeted and standardized field surveys of endangered, threatened, and special concern freshwater turtle populations statewide, funded through ResilientMA or federal grants (e.g., Section 6, CSWG, or other) in coordination with the State Herpetologist and DFW staff.

3. Compile and manage field data from inventories, road surveys, and population assessments, and management actions. Enter relevant data into the Commonwealth’s “Heritage Hub” reporting system, review submitted rare species records, and assist key partners with data management to facilitate inclusion in the Commonwealth’s Natural Heritage database. Assist with habitat mapping in ArcGIS.

4. Implement and coordinate habitat and population management programs under the supervision of the State Herpetologist.

5. Maintain and build relationships with town natural resources officials, state agency biologists, USFWS biologists, universities, and/or non-governmental organizations. Track non-federal sources of match, where appropriate.

6. Conduct targeted education and outreach to key constituent groups to improve management outcomes for turtles of conservation concern.

7. Assist as needed with the transport, care, placement, and/or monitoring of confiscated turtles.

8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required at Hire:

1. Knowledge of, and direct field experience with the freshwater turtles of New England.

2. Knowledge of the geography and ecoregions of Massachusetts.

3. Demonstrated expertise with Microsoft Excel, Google Earth, and ArcGIS.

4. Proficiency with backcountry navigation and GPS.

5. Willingness to travel extensively throughout the Commonwealth and to work in the field under adverse weather conditions.

6. Ability to write clearly and effectively.

7. Ability to interact effectively with diverse communities and partners.

8. Class D Driver’s License, or equivalent, and an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

Field experience with multiple at-risk species (e.g., Wood, Blanding’s, Bog, or Spotted Turtles and/or the Northern Red-bellied Cooter) is strongly preferred. Direct experience with regional working groups for Wood, Spotted, Blanding’s, Bog Turtle is preferred. Experience locating and protecting turtle nests is preferred. Quantitative skills in statistics and/or spatial ecology is preferred.

The Senner Lab in the Department of Environmental Conservation is seeking to hire one seasonal field technician to assist with research on the ecology of deer mice (Peromyscus maniculatus) in Colorado. The project is focused on understanding how deer mouse physiology and population dynamics are influenced by parasites and environmental variation. The field technician will assist with all aspects of fieldwork, with opportunities for learning research skills throughout the season and potentially carrying out their own individual research projects in the future. The position will run from 15 April – 15 October 2025. Airfare, shared field housing, food, all necessary equipment, and a stipend of $18.81/hour will be provided.

Essential Functions

Maintenance of a small mammal trapping grid.
Capture, handling, and tagging of deer mice.
Field respirometry.
Field behavioral trials.

Other Functions

Work collaboratively and effectively to promote teamwork, diversity, equality and inclusiveness.
Work in partnership with colleagues within the CNS community and across the campus to support the Dean’s strategic priorities.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of the College of Natural Sciences.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

Interest in mammalian ecology, field biology, physiology, species interactions, and/or related fields.
Comfortable living and sleeping in close quarters with the team.
Comfortable working at high elevations.
Strong work ethic, eagerness to learn fieldwork and research methods, and ability to work well on a team and independently in challenging physical conditions and sometimes stressful scenarios. Applicant must be adaptable, communicative, cooperative, and detail oriented.

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

Previous experience with outdoor fieldwork and following research protocols.
Previous experience with small mammal trapping and handling.
Familiarity with respirometry.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

This position requires working in mountain environments in challenging physical conditions – including high elevation, bright sun, rain, and walking long distances.

Work Schedule

Work hours may vary throughout the season, with efforts requiring both working early in the morning and late into the evening.
This is a temporary, non-benefitted position that may not exceed 12 months.

Salary Information

$18.81 an hour.