Vacancy AnnouncementsU.S. Fish and Wildlife

U.S Fish and Wildlife is hiring!

https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?a=IN15&p=1&s=startdate

If you have a question about a specific position vacancy, please contact the Human Resources point of contact listed at the bottom of the announcement. For more information about FWS job opportunities and employee benefits, please visit our FWS Human Resources page.

Program AssistantsNational Park Service

The State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants division in the Cultural Resources directorate of the National Park Service is pleased to announce openings for two GS7 term Program Assistants. This is a growth position within the NPS and will provide exposure to ten Historic Preservation Fund grant programs, management of over 900 active grants, and insight into how the Federal Preservation Partnership works.

Link to the position: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/563724200

Open until 4/7/20 or until 100 applications received

Temp video/acoustic technicians

Bat Conservation International

Bat Conservation International (www.batcon.org) is seeking qualified candidates to serve as video/acoustic technicians from approximately 1 June through 30 October 2020. Generally, technicians will be responsible for deploying and maintaining thermal video cameras and acoustic detectors in the field, organizing and managing video and acoustic files, and use of advanced video analysis software (2-D and 3-D) to post-process video files using established protocols. Pay rate is $15/hour plus housing, utilities, internet, and vehicles provided. We will provide work computers, hardware, and software for the duration of employment

Successful Applicants Will:

• Deploy, maintain, and, if necessary, troubleshoot video and acoustic equipment in a field setting to ensure continued operation and data collection
• Download, review, and format video and acoustic data
• Coordinate acoustic and video data collection with members of a research team
• Tabulate and manage large volumes of imagery data
• Transfer data and communicate effectively with remote staff
• Collect detailed field measurements necessary for 3-D calibration
• Analyze, review, and interpret thermal video data using established 2-D and 3-D video techniques
• Regularly submit progress reports

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree (preferred degree in biology, ecology, wildlife management or a related discipline)
• Strong technological knowledge
• Strong organization skills
• Good attention to detail
• Be willing and capable of conducting field work in moderately rugged terrain under physically demanding conditions (e.g., hot temperatures, venomous snakes, biting insects, etc.) during atypical hours
• Experience deploying, managing, and troubleshooting video and/or acoustic equipment
• Live and work well with a research team
• Preferred experience working with video imagery and analysis software (e.g., Matlab)
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Pass a background check (conducted before hiring is complete)
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

We anticipate hiring 4 technicians for this project. Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and contact information (name, address, email and phone number) of three references.

Please apply at: https://bat-conservation-international.hiringthing.com/job/182365/video-acoustic-technicians-remote

Center for American Progress

Research Assistant/Research Associate, Energy and Environment

American Progress has an immediate opening for a Research Assistant or Research Associate on the Energy and Environment team to conduct research and analysis of energy and climate change policy. The ideal candidate will have strong writing skills, an attention to detail, a commitment to addressing climate change, and a willingness to work on a wide range of domestic and international policy issues. The title will be determined by the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Read more and apply here: https://www.americanprogress.org/about/jobs/479602/research-assistantresearch-associate-energy-environment/

Virtual Hiring Fair

DC Department of Human Resources - DOEE

The DC Department of Human Resources will host a virtual hiring fair, which will take place between 11:00 am and 8:00 pm, on Wednesday, March 4 through Thursday, March 5. 

Jobseekers have access to step by step instructions on how to register to the event. Registration is open now and will remain open until 8:00 pm on March 5. 

The Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) is hiring for 15 positions in this Virtual Hiring Fair. These positions include 2 Energy Program Specialists; a Public Health Analyst; an IT developer; an Attorney Advisor; 4 Environmental Protection Specialists, in Water Quality, Mold, Mitigation, and Toxics; an Epidemiologist; and 3 Program Analysts, including in Engagement and Equity, Buildings and Climate, and Environmental Services.

Learn more and apply here: https://dchr.dc.gov/page/districts-first-virtual-hiring-fair

Seasonal Jobs available in Delaware

Fort Delaware Bat Education and Conservation Biological Aide. This is a part time position that includes teaching visitors to Fort Delaware about the importance of bats and ensuring visitors follow White-Nose Syndrome spread prevention measures. In the spring and fall, they will also help with other projects. More information and application instructions can be found at: https://www.jobapscloud.com/DE/sup/BulPreview.asp?R1=022620&R2=MGCC01&R3=400307

Delmarva Fox Squirrel and Bat Biological Aide (working out of the McKay Field Office east of Smyrna): This position includes assisting with the Delmarva fox squirrel project as well as a variety of bat projects. More information and application instructions can be found at: https://www.jobapscloud.com/DE/sup/BulPreview.asp?R1=022620&R2=MGCC02&R3=400305

Please note that the posts are open until March 12th but we will start interviewing as soon as we receive qualified applicants and the position could be filled prior to the closing date.

If interested, please contact Ms. Shannon Pederson first at shannonp@umd.edu