Howard Ecoworks hiring Crew Members

Howard Ecoworks is currently looking to fill 2 open positions for our Environmental Field Team / Workforce Development Program: Uplift. 

Monday - Friday, full time employment through December 16th. (Opportunities may arise for winter work beyond 12/16)

Please share this information with anyone in your network who may be interested in a fun and rewarding experience! 

More information on the position can be found on the website. Applications and resumes can be submitted online. 

Additional questions? Please email me directly (gsimard@howardecoworks.org)

Jobs with BCI Wind Program

Bat Conservation International’s bats and wind energy program is hiring up to 4 crew leaders and 17(!) technicians. Positions will be located at a wind energy facility in southwest Iowa.

Field Technicians will conduct fatality monitoring to determine the efficacy of operational minimization techniques on bat fatality rates. Technicians will be compensated $12.63/hour. Housing, utilities, internet, and vehicles are provided.

Apply for Field Technician using this link:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=4f1d76c0-c801-4a5e-879d-35f46070697c&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=443956&lang=en_US&source=CC4

Crew Leaders will be responsible for overseeing field technicians conducting fatality surveys at wind energy facilities. They will collect data on found carcasses and conduct field bias trials. The salary for this position is $15-18/hour. Housing, utilities, internet, and vehicles are provided.

Apply for Crew Leader using this link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=4f1d76c0-c801-4a5e-879d-35f46070697c&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=443958&lang=en_US&source=CC4

All BCI jobs can be found at the BCI Career Center

Jobs at Underwood and Associates

Positions available at Underwood and Associates

• an entry-level accounting assistant for meticulous data entry tasks - candidate must be detail oriented - knowledge of QuickBooks is a plus but not required
  
• two field technicians to supplement our team when we begin the two new 5-year construction contracts - needed within 6 months
  

Hydrology and Hydraulics Engineering technician:

https://www.chesapeakenetwork.org/jobs/restoration-design-professional-underwood-associates-inc/

Email resume and cover letter to: heather.johnson@ecosystemrestoration.com

Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Wood Duck research technician position

Great opportunity for recent grads.

Please see the link below for application information related to a short term contractual position at Millington WMA. Job duties are related to MD's participation in a regional (SE Atlantic Coast States) wood duck research project. 

Position description and application: Field Assistant

Geologist II position
Maryland Geological Survey

The Maryland Geological Survey is searching for a candidate who will study the groundwater resources of Maryland. We are looking for an early career candidate who has either at least one year of experience performing hydrogeological studies or a master's degree in hydrology. The Maryland Geological Survey is a State government organization of 17 scientific staff and 2 support staff. We have a great diversity of projects from ocean sand resources mapping to traditional geologic mapping to mineral mapping, and of course, for this position groundwater quantity and quality mapping and analysis.

The main purpose of this position is to assist in hydrogeological and hydrological studies of the groundwater and surface-water resources of the State. Duties will include field and office work, and may include but are not limited to measuring water levels in wells, monitoring test drilling, collecting and describing drill cuttings and cores, conducting and analyzing aquifer tests, inventorying wells, collecting water samples, analyzing water-quality, water-level, and other hydrogeological data, working with GIS applications, digitizing and scanning data, compiling tables and plots of groundwater levels and water quality, and assisting in the production of reports, pamphlets, and brochures for both technical and non-technical audiences. The position involves interacting with technical professionals at local, state, and federal agencies as well as the public. Field work often requires travel throughout the State and may require the ability to lift heavy equipment (exceeding 50 pounds). 

Please apply through the link at: https://www.jobapscloud.com/MD/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=19&R2=001029&R3=0001 by December 26, 2019.

Entry Level Position

Maryland Department of Natural Resources 

 

NATURAL RESOURCES TECHNICIAN III

 

The position requires a motivated, organized individual who must be able to work independently to collect field data through the monitoring of experimental sites and survey work. This includes collecting basic water quality parameters using handheld multimeter devices, operating of boats and equipment, conducting inventories of fish populations, capturing and measuring fish species of interest, conducting avian monitoring, including nest box fate and call back surveys, and maintenance of bird nesting boxes, maintaining records and data entry, assisting with outreach and communication, maintaining field and laboratory equipment and performing other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

Education: Completion of sixty credit hours from an accredited college or university, 18 of which are in biology, biochemistry, environmental science, forest technology, arboriculture, aquaculture, natural science, natural resources management, botany, marine biology, marine ecology, physical oceanography, ichthyology, fisheries management, wildlife management, zoology, or a natural resources management related field of study.

 

Experience: Two years of experience in technical biological work in the field of natural resources management.

 

Seasonal, $17.09/ hour, in Annapolis, MD

 

Apply by December 6 at  https://www.jobapscloud.com/MD/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=19&R2=002293&R3=0046 

Bat Research Field Technician

National Park Service (NPS), Bat Conservation International (BCI), Humboldt State University (HSU), and other partners are kicking off the pilot year of a winter roost study in the vicinity of Chester CA, where Pd 'suspect' bats were sampled this spring. We are hiring a bat research field technician to support bat capture, radiotelemetry, and acoustic monitoring efforts for an abbreviated field season through early/mid November. Tentative project start date is 9/25/2019, with an expected duration of 6-8 weeks, depending on conditions.

Employer: Bat Conservation International
Salary: $16.50/hour.
Location: Chester California. Shared housing provided.
Start date: ASAP
End date: early to mid November

Required qualifications: B.S. degree in wildlife/biology/ecology/environmental sciences or similar field; Valid state driver's license and clean driving record; Experience with VHF radiotelemetry.

Other requirements: experience with field navigation by map, compass, and GPS; willingness to work long, irregular, daytime or nighttime hours; ability to work independently in steep terrain, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, and/or remote locations; comfortable with shared living quarters. 

Interested applicants should send an email addressing interest, qualifications, and dates of availability to alice_chung-maccoubrey@nps.gov. Email must also include a CV/resume and contact information for three references. Please use "bat telemetry project" in subject heading.

Temporary field positions - Summer 2020
US Forest Service

Location: Prince of Wales Island, SE Alaska, Tongass NF

The US Forest Service is already planning for field season hiring for the summer of 2020. Positions anticipated to be needed on Prince of Wales Island in SE Alaska on the Tongass National Forest.

Positions will be advertised on usajobs.gov as early as mid-September 2019.

 

Apogee Crew Leader Job 2019

Title: Bat Biologist (Crew leader)
Region: Midwest and Eastern U.S.
Start Date: immediately
End Date: August 2019 with potential for fall work
Workload: 7 days/week
Pay Rate: Commensurate with experience/education

Description: Apogee, Inc. has openings for federally permitted bat biologists for various presence/absence surveys throughout the Midwest and Eastern U.S. Primary responsibilities of this position are to lead a two-person crew to conduct summer mist-net and/or acoustic surveys threatened and endangered bat species. Daily duties will include, but are not limited to: selection of net placement, deployment and operation of mist-nets, identification of eastern U.S. bat species, application of radio-transmitters and bands, maintaining and decontaminating equipment, radio-telemetry, emergence counts, and collection/submittal of precise and thorough data.

Field work will entail hiking to and from mist-net survey sites with up to 50+ lbs. of equipment in varying terrain and possibly inclement weather at all times of the day. Work vehicle, necessary survey equipment, housing and per diem will be provided. Crew leaders must be able to communicate with project managers and technicians, work independently, and interact professionally with clients and landowners.

Qualifications:
· Possession of a valid permit to conduct surveys for federally threatened and endangered bats or the qualifications to acquire one
· Bachelor’s degree in natural resources, wildlife biology, or related field
· Experience handling and identifying bats of the eastern U.S.
· Willingness to travel from project to project during survey season
· Rabies vaccination
· Experience identifying flora of the eastern U.S.
· Punctuality is a must
· Positive attitude!

Contact Information:
Send resume with cover letter, references, and contact information via email to quent@apogee-environmental.com

Sea Turtle Nesting Monitor position available

REMSA Inc's Coastal & Marine Division is seeking a skilled and experienced Sea Turtle Nest Monitor to conduct night-time surveys for sea turtle nesting activity in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Time Period: May 2019 – July 2019
Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Physically walk designated beach areas throughout the night to monitor for nesting activity
- Identify sea turtles and crawls up close and at a distance in darkness
- Locate sea turtle nests and crawls and identify to species                                     
- Report interactions with sea turtles to appropriate personnel and agencies
- Collect data and perform duties as indicated by project specifications and permits
- Conduct surveys in adverse/inclement weather conditions
- Coordinate activities with construction crews during beach nourishment projects

REQUIREMENTS:
- Demonstrated experience with sea turtles on nesting beaches during nesting season and sea turtle nest monitoring
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or have authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship or restrictions
- Must have (or be eligible to obtain) Endangered/Protected Species approval from the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)
- Must have a valid Driver’s License & Clean Driving Record
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds and walk long-distances in adverse/inclement weather conditions

Education:
- Degree in Marine Biology, Biology, Marine Ecology or similar education

Experience:
- Demonstrated experience with sea turtles during nesting season is required for consideration.
- Identification of sea turtles, crawls, and nests to species
- Data collection and attention to detail
- Reporting interactions with sea turtles to various government agencies
- Demonstrated history of effective communication skills
- History of working independently and responsibly while following technical instructions
- Knowledge and experience with Endangered Species Act

BENEFITS & SALARY:
This is an Independent Contractor position; pay varies with experience
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants should send the following application materials:
- Detailed resume documenting all relevant experience, education, and skills. Include three professional references
- Cover letter outlining why you would be a good fit for this position and your availability

*Incomplete applications will not be considered
Submit all materials as attachments to the posting: .pdf files or MS Word 2003 compatible files
for additional attachments email emcmichael@remsainc.com or FAX to 757.722.4571

REMSA Inc. Supports a Drug Free Work Place
EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability

Application Deadline: as soon as filled

Positions available
Maryland DNR

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife & Heritage Service is currently accepting applications for one full-time and one part-time Seasonal Contractual position (Natural Resources Technician III). The Department seeks two highly motivated individuals to assist with a project to test a rapid assessment protocol for characterizing stream-associated wetland habitats and providing information on their condition. Field work will take place in southern Maryland (Anne Arundel, Prince George's, Calvert, and Charles counties). Job duties will include (1) collection of data on dominant woody and herbaceous vegetation (vegetation composition, structure, percent cover), physical site characteristics (including hydrology and soils), and stressors (including invasive plant species) at a variety of sites in the project area; (2) use of existing GIS data layers to characterize landscape condition and other measures relevant to habitat condition; and (3) assistance with data entry, data summary, landowner/land manager contacts, and equipment maintenance in support of the field work. Expect occasional long field days with varied weather conditions and biting insects. May need to use own vehicle.

Candidates must have a strong work ethic, good problem-solving skills, and the ability to work well independently and in a small team in remote areas with minimal supervision. Candidates must also have the ability to identify dominant herbaceous and woody vegetation of riparian wetland systems in the mid-Atlantic region, including associated uplands. Experience with ArcMap and handheld GPS units is required.

See link for additional information:
 https://www.jobapscloud.com/MD/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=19&R2=002293&R3=0030

Summer Field Technician
University of Washington- Seattle

Starting June 2019, the hydro-biogeochemistry group at the University of Washington in Seattle has an opening for a summer field technician. The technician will be working at two field sites located in Alaska — one in Fairbanks and one in Kenai — on a project investigating methane production and methane oxidation in permafrost thaw bogs. The project is focused on advancing understanding of how permafrost landscapes in Northern latitudes affect and are affected by climatic change. The site in Fairbanks is in the Bonanza Creek LTER research forest and is part of the Alaska Peatland Experiment (APEX). The site in Kenai is located in the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. The technician will live in Fairbanks over the summer and will travel back and forth to the two field sites by car. They will assist the field efforts of a graduate student researcher working at the two sites; will be responsible for making various routine measurements (e.g., gas flux, well elevations, water levels, active layer depth), and overseeing performance and troubleshooting (if needed) of an automated belowground root imaging and oxygen sensor network; and will be expected to backpack heavy loads of equipment into the site (~1 mile distance).

If you are interested, please contact Rebecca Neumann (rbneum@uw.edu) with: 1) a cover letter expressing why you are interested and qualified for the position, 2) a CV or resume, and 3) the names and contact information of three individuals able to provide a letter of recommendation.

Now recruiting
World Wildlife Fund

World Wildlife Fund is currently recruiting for three positions for an upcoming U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)-funded project in the Amazon. Please see the links below for further information.

Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, Amazonian Indigenous Rights and Resources Project: Under the supervision of the Amazonian Indigenous Rights and Resources Project Chief of Party, the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will be a member of the Amazonian Indigenous Rights and Resources Team, responsible for ensuring the development and implementation of a Monitoring and evaluation plan for the Amazonian Indigenous Rights and Resources.

Communications Officer, The Amazonian Indigenous Rights and Resources Project: Under the supervision of the Amazonian Indigenous Rights and Resources Project Chief of Party, the Communications Officer will be a member of the Amazonian Indigenous Rights and Resources Project Team, responsible for ensuring the development and implementation of a communications strategy for the Amazonian Indigenous Rights and Resources Project. This includes sharing the Project’s successes and lessons, and projecting a positive and constructive image of the Amazonian Indigenous Rights and Resources Project and its partners locally and globally. In addition, the Communications Officer will be responsible for communicating The Amazonian Indigenous Rights and Resources Project’s stand on local and global issues of environmental concern in an appropriate way; and coordinating quality control of all Amazonian Indigenous Rights and Resources Project’s outreach materials including media content.

Gender Specialist, Amazonian Indigenous Rights and Resources Project: Under the supervision of the Amazonian Indigenous Rights and Resources Project Chief of Party, the Gender Specialist will be a member of the Amazonian Indigenous Rights and Resources Project Team, responsible for ensuring the development and implementation of a gender strategy for the Amazonian Indigenous Rights and Resources Project.

Arborist Assistant/Ground-worker
Wilmington Country Club
 
Wilmington Country Club, a prestigious and private club is seeking a Ground Worker with some arboricultural or horticultural experience. Pruning knowledge is a plus as well as safe chain-saw use. The Assistant will be trained under the direction of the I.S.A. Certified Arborist. Climbing experience is not needed.
 
The following are some of the duties that will be performed and instructed:

• Chain saw use and maintenance
• Woody plant ID
• IPM scouting, pest and disease management
• Proper pruning techniques
• Tree removals
• Maintaining tree nursery
• Proper planting and large tree moving
• Maintaining fruit tree orchard
• Operation of wood chipper, 50’ lift and associated tree equipment
• Roping and rigging
• Soil sampling and fertilization of woody ornamentals

Salary commensurate with experience. Full-time position with benefits.
Send resume to Peter Coates at pcoates@wilmingtoncc.com

 

  

Biological Science Technician Positions

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

 

**Multiple Locations**

 

Duties:

 

The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity.

 

The duties may include, but are not limited to:

• The incumbent provides technical assistance and conducts wildlife damage management activities in an integrated pest management (IPM) approach to prevent or reduce economic loss to property and agriculture or to protect human health and safety.
• Incumbent monitors wildlife behavior and abundance on airports and surrounding properties and may collect data for formal Wildlife Hazard Assessments at the airport and surrounding environment.
• Incumbent will be required to be familiar with and to use various devices, tools, firearms, toxicants, and related equipment used in wildlife damage management.
• Incumbent will be expected to be able to identify damage from wildlife species as it pertains to airports, and the incumbent will be expected to assist in the implementation of appropriate corrective action, if warranted.
• The incumbent complies with federal, state, and local regulations and assists airports with compliance with the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA), Endangered Species Act, Federal Air Regulations, and Department of Defense Regulations. The incumbent assists airports and other customers with obtaining migratory bird depredation permits.
• Incumbent will keep accurate written records of their activities for the cooperator and Wildlife Services program using prescribed formats and procedures. Incumbent prepares and submits routine and special reports regarding daily, weekly, or monthly activities, observations, and events.
• The incumbent participates in required training sessions, on-the-job developmental activities and temporary details.
• Incumbent presents program information and conducts training for various groups, including airport organizations, educational institutions, industry groups, and state extension programs.
• Must demonstrate a respect for safety in all operations, including the operation of motor vehicles, firearms, control devices, and equipment.
• The incumbent completes other duties as assigned.

 

To view the application form, visit: https://aphis.usda.ntis.gov/cp/?event=jobs.previewApplication&jobid=76317618-4EED-4FF8-A3B2-A72F0086B506

 

 

Or search via www.usajobs.gov

Full-time job opportunity
Crew Leaders - Montgomery County Conservation Corps

Great opportunity or soon-to-be grads!

The Montgomery County Conservation Corps (MCCC) is looking for a Crew Leader. The Crew Leader is responsible for ensuring the regular, reliable, and professional field-based implementation of conservation service projects while ensuring the training, safety, and quality work performance of Corps members. The Crew Leader implements a Positive Youth Development (PYD) approach by seizing opportunities to enhance teamwork, self-confidence, problem solving, conflict resolution, trust, and leadership among Corps participants. The Crew Leader oversees the crew of Corps members in the field, interacts with the public and organization staff, and maintains the integrity of the MCCC program by always demonstrating reliable and professional behavior.

See entire job description here