The State of Alaska is a public sector employee taking care of a variety of needs across the great state. As an employer the State of Alaska opens up opportunities for employees to live and work in a place unlike any other.

Industry: Government Administration
Company Size: 10,001+ employees

State of Alaska

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**This position is open to all Applicants.**

**NOTE: The recruitment period for this vacancy has been broadened and extended to allow for a larger applicant pool.**

**The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation is recruiting**

**for a Wildlife Biologist 2 located in Palmer!**

**What You Will Be Doing:**

In this 11-month seasonal permanent Wildlife Biologist 2 position, the incumbent will work collaboratively as part of the research team in Region IV at the Division of Wildlife Conservation to evaluate critical management and ecological questions in large game mammals.

The incumbent will assist senior research staff with research on caribou, moose, thinhorn sheep, mountain goats, bison, wolves, brown bears, and/or mesocarnivores.

Depending on project needs, the incumbent also may be responsible for specific aspects of complex projects investigating nutrition, disease, predator-prey interactions, habitat use, movements, or other aspects of the biology of large game mammals.

The incumbent will be responsible for contributing to all aspects of the study from beginning to end, including study design, logistics, data analysis, research presentations at professional meetings, writing of interim reports and final publications, and communicating the findings with wildlife managers, the Board of Game, the public, and other audiences.

**Our Mission, Values, And Culture:**

The mission of the Division of Wildlife Conservation is to conserve and enhance Alaska’s wildlife and habitats and provide for a wide range of public uses and benefits. Much of our work focuses on research to inform conservation and management of large game species in an effort to support subsistence and recreational harvest opportunities.

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game stives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and respectfully.

**Benefits Of Joining Our Team:**

The incumbent will have opportunities to support science-based management and address applied and novel ecological questions on ungulates and carnivores. In collaboration with other research staff, the incumbent will have opportunities to contribute to research aimed at understanding topics such as apparent competition, denning ecology, nutritional ecology, movement ecology, population ecology, predator-prey interactions, and more. In addition to contributing to ongoing projects and assisting with developing new projects, the incumbent also will have opportunities to work on existing data spanning several decades. The incumbent will be joining a team with expertise in stable isotopes, physiology and nutrition, and biometrics. Publication is encouraged and expected of all members of the team and will be collaborative

**The Working Environment You Can Expect:**

The incumbent will conduct field work in remote parts of southcentral and southwestern Alaska, in some of the most scenic areas in the world. Field work can occur in all weather conditions and may require flying in small fixed-wing aircraft for many hours at a time or capturing animals via darting from a helicopter. Work from small boats and via ATVs or snowmachines also may be required to meet needs of specific projects. Some work may include extended stays in remote field camps to conduct vegetation sampling or other fieldwork. Incumbents will be exposed to biting insects, snow, wind, rain, continuous sun, and other hazardous conditions during fieldwork. Incumbents will be required to be certified to carry firearms and bear spray during field work. The incumbent will have a private office in Palmer to conduct analyses, writing, and other office work.

**Who We Are Looking For:**

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

- Experience conducting biological research on large game mammals

- Experience with analytical methods for at least one of the following types of data: animal location and movement data, population abundance data, demographic (including survival) data

- Experience writing professional documents including research or management reports, peer-reviewed publications, theses, etc.

- Experience analyzing data in R or other statistical software

- Experience conducting fieldwork in remote settings, including awareness of and exposure to logistical challenges associated with such work

**To view the general description and example of duties for a Wildlife Biologist 2 please go to the following**

**link: ****https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs**

**Special Note:**

- A valid driver's license is required.

- This position may be in possession of, or have access to, firearms/ammunition.

- Animal Welfare Training, Wildlife Capture and Chemical Immobilization Certification, Shotgun and firearm certification, State of Alaska Wildlife Collecting permit, CPR/First Aid (recommended), ADF&G Law Enforcement limited peace officer commission, Recommended certification as Certified/Associate Wildlife Biologist by The Wildlife Society or equivalent from similar professional organization.

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management.

AND

One year of professional level biologist experience. The required professional biologist experience is met by service as a Wildlife Biologist 1, Fishery Biologist 1, or Habitat Biologist 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

**Substitutions:**

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college that includes or is supplemented by the following credit hours will substitute for the degree in a specific field:

-  at least 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management (excluding courses that focus on agricultural husbandry techniques, human population dynamics, or the design and manipulation of landscapes), of which 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) are upper division courses; and

-  at least 12 semester hours (16 quarter hours) in any combination of two or more of the following: chemistry, physics, mathematics, statistics, geology, hydrology, or GIS.

A master's degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry or natural resource management, will substitute for the required year of professional level biologist experience.

**Special Note:**

“Upper division courses” means courses that are specialized, in-depth and advanced. Such courses emphasize problem-solving, analytical thinking skills, and theoretical applications, with depth and rigor in a discipline’s theories and methods; specialization in a particular field or profession; refinement of general education; and/or development of specific intellectual and professional skills. Upper division courses are commonly identified in college catalogs as 300 level and higher.

Some positions may require training in specialized areas such as hydroacoustics, microscopic analysis, underwater research, or fish habitat restoration or enhancement.

**REQUIRED DOCUMENTS**

**If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:**

- A list of three (3) professional references with at least one being a current or previous supervisor

- A Curriculum Vitae

- Writing sample in the form of a peer-reviewed publication where the applicant is the first author.

- If peer-reviewed publication is not available, a graduate thesis, manuscripts in preparation for publication, or a professional report (prepared on the job) are suitable alternatives.

- Transcripts, if using to meet minimum qualification (unofficial copies are accepted).

**FIREARMS**

This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.

A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.

**EDUCATION**

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competences, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).

**SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION**

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university.**It is your responsibility to provide such evidence.**

**WORK EXPERIENCE**

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

**MULTIPLE VACANCIES**

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

**EEO STATEMENT**

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

**NOTICE**

If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located athttps://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword.

**WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE**

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed torecruitment.services@alaska.gov.

**For Applicant Password Assistance Please Visit:**

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**For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:**

Kristin Denryter, Wildlife Biologist 4

kristin.denryter@alaska.gov

Wildlife Biologist 2 (PCN 114100)

**This position is open to all Applicants.**

**NOTE: The recruitment period for this vacancy has been broadened and extended to allow for a larger applicant pool.**

**The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation is recruiting**

**for a Wildlife Biologist 1/2 located in Palmer, Alaska!**

**What You Will Be Doing:**

In this flexibly staffed position, the Wildlife Biologist 1/2 will be responsible for daily operation and maintenance of a wildlife nutrition laboratory and will be second-in-command for the overall facility, including care of captive moose and caribou. The incumbent will share animal care and husbandry duties with other staff; these duties include daily welfare and health checks, provisioning food and water, administering medications, contributing to facility maintenance and improvements, etc. Lab duties include preparing vegetation samples for nutritional analyses and performing those analyses; operating and maintaining lab equipment including drying ovens, freeze drier, bomb calorimeter, fiber analyzer, elemental analyzer, automated solvent extractor, muffle furnace, etc.; ordering and maintaining stocks of lab supplies; data quality control and assurance; database management; programming in R; running statistical analyses; and contributing to research through publications, presentations, and outreach.

**Our Mission, Values, And Culture:**

The mission of the Division of Wildlife Conservation is to conserve and enhance Alaska’s wildlife and habitats and provide for a wide range of public uses and benefits. Much of our work focuses on research to inform conservation and management of large game species in an effort to support subsistence and recreational harvest opportunities.

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game stives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and respectfully.

**Benefits Of Joining Our Team:**

The incumbent will have opportunities to support science-based management and address applied and novel ecological questions on ungulates. In addition to contributing to ongoing projects and assisting with developing new projects, the incumbent also will have opportunities to work on existing data spanning several decades. Publication is encouraged and expected of all members of the team and will be collaborative.

**The Working Environment You Can Expect:**

The position is based in Palmer, AK. The Wildlife Biologist 1/2 will work as part of a team of staff, including a Wildlife Physiologist 2 and seasonal fish and wildlife technicians, at the ADFG wildlife nutrition lab and captive animal facility. The incumbent will be on site daily for work, which will include work in the lab as well as outdoor work with animals and maintenance of their enclosures. Outdoor summer work will occur in all weather conditions and outdoor winter work will occur in snow, wind, and cold temperatures. Hours can be irregular and will include some weekends (1-2 per month depending on seasonal staffing levels), evenings, and holidays to cover animal care needs. Incumbents are expected to be willing to work as needed to meet animal care needs. Requires frequent travel for field work (at least twice a year for 10 days at a time).

**Who We Are Looking For:**

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

- Experience working with large animals in captive settings.

- Interest in and knowledge of ungulate foraging and nutritional ecology and techniques and methods for studying foraging and nutritional ecology in lab and field settings.

- Experience with nutritional assays, lab equipment, and managing large databases, including quality control and assurance.

- Experience using statistical techniques and programming (e.g., R, Python) to manipulate, visualize, and analyze data.

- Experience writing and publishing reports or peer-reviewed articles.

**To view the general description and example of duties for a Wildlife Biologist 1/2**

**please go to the ****following link: ****https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs**

**Special Note:**

This position may be in possession of, or have access to, firearms/ammunition

Valid Driver`s License is required (Alaska Administrative Code 2AAC 90.210)

Firearm proficiency certification, First Aid/CPR certification, Wildlife chemical immobilization certification ("Controlled Substances Act" U.S. Code Title 21 CFR1300), Wildlife capture and handling certification ("Animal Welfare Act" U.S. Code, Title 7, Chapter 54, Section2131-2157; Code of Federal Regulations Title 9, Chapter 1).

Wildlife Biologist 2 will also need: Deputization as a commissioned Fish and Game Peace Officer (to enforce Fish & Game statutes and regulations) (Alaska Statute, AS 16.05.150, 16.05.160), Procurement Certification, Level I.

**Wildlife Biologist 1**

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management.

**Substitution:**

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college that includes or is supplemented by the following credit hours will substitute for the degree in a specific field:

-  at least 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management (excluding courses that focus on agricultural husbandry techniques, human population dynamics, or the design and manipulation of landscapes), of which 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) are upper division courses; and

-  at least 12 semester hours (16 quarter hours) in any combination of two or more of the following: chemistry, physics, mathematics, statistics, geology, hydrology, or GIS.

**Special Note:**

"Upper division courses" means courses that are specialized, in-depth and advanced. Such courses emphasize problem-solving, analytical thinking skills, and theoretical applications, with depth and rigor in a discipline's theories and methods; specialization in a particular field or profession; refinement of general education; and/or development of specific intellectual and professional skills. Upper division courses are commonly identified in college catalogs as 300 level and higher.

Some positions may require training in specialized areas such as hydroacoustics, microscopic analysis, underwater research, or fish habitat restoration or enhancement.

An individual who will complete the educational requirements and obtain the required bachelor's degree within six months may apply and be considered for a vacancy. Such applicants may be given a conditional job offer but may not be appointed until receipt of the required degree has been documented.

**Wildlife Biologist 2**

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management.

AND

One year of professional level biologist experience. The required professional biologist experience is met by service as a Wildlife Biologist 1, Fishery Biologist 1, or Habitat Biologist 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

**Substitutions:**

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college that includes or is supplemented by the following credit hours will substitute for the degree in a specific field:

-  at least 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management (excluding courses that focus on agricultural husbandry techniques, human population dynamics, or the design and manipulation of landscapes), of which 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) are upper division courses; and

-  at least 12 semester hours (16 quarter hours) in any combination of two or more of the following: chemistry, physics, mathematics, statistics, geology, hydrology, or GIS.

A master's degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry or natural resource management, will substitute for the required year of professional level biologist experience.

**Special Note:**

“Upper division courses” means courses that are specialized, in-depth and advanced. Such courses emphasize problem-solving, analytical thinking skills, and theoretical applications, with depth and rigor in a discipline’s theories and methods; specialization in a particular field or profession; refinement of general education; and/or development of specific intellectual and professional skills. Upper division courses are commonly identified in college catalogs as 300 level and higher.

Some positions may require training in specialized areas such as hydroacoustics, microscopic analysis, underwater research, or fish habitat restoration or enhancement.

**REQUIRED DOCUMENTS**

**If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:**

- A list of three (3) professional references with current contact information (at least one being a current or previous supervisor).

- Transcripts, if using to meet minimum qualifications (unofficial copies are acceptable).

- A list of three (3) professional references with at least one being a current or previous supervisor.

- A Curriculum Vitae

- Writing sample in the form of a peer-reviewed publication where the applicant is the first author. If a peer-reviewed publication is not available, a graduate thesis, manuscripts in preparation for publication, or a professional report (prepared on the job) are suitable alternatives.

**FIREARMS**

This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.

A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.

**EDUCATION**

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competences, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).

**SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION**

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university.**It is your responsibility to provide such evidence.**

**WORK EXPERIENCE**

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

**MULTIPLE VACANCIES**

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

**EEO STATEMENT**

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

**NOTICE**

If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located athttps://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword.

**WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE**

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed torecruitment.services@alaska.gov.

**For Applicant Password Assistance Please Visit:**

https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword

**For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:**

Kristin Denryter, Wildlife Biologist 4, Research Coordinator

kristin.denryter@alaska.gov

Wildlife Biologist 1 /2 (PCN 112104)

SWCA is a 100% employee-owned, global environmental consulting firm. We help clients navigate the environmental compliance process using scientific expertise and in-depth knowledge of the industries we serve. We offer comprehensive environmental planning, regulatory compliance, and natural and cultural resources management services. Our expanding team of employee owners work together to achieve technically sound, cost-effective solutions for a full spectrum of environmental projects.

Industry: Environmental Services
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

SWCA Environmental Consultants

**About The Opportunity**

SWCA Environmental Consultants is expanding our team and looking for **Temporary Natural Resources Technicians ** with backgrounds in botany or wildlife biology to support our Pacific Northwest office’s project in Washington state. This will be from mid-May to September. We are expecting to hire three (3) temporary, hourly positions - two botanists and one wildlife biologist - who are local to the Washington or Oregon and familiar with flora or fauna of Washington state. These individuals will conduct field surveys that consist of long days over rugged forested and open terrain, service and maintain field equipment, and will use a 4x4 truck. Applicants should be able to work outdoors in a team or independently for 40 hours or more per week. Unless local to NW Washington State, overnight travel is required. Scheduling is based on project and client needs.

Application deadline: Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basis. The application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified suitable individuals, we may close the application process without prior notice. We appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission.

**What You Will Accomplish**

- Follow established scientific protocols to conduct wildlife or vegetation surveys or baseline studies, habitat assessments, or noxious weed mapping.

- Assist with tasks to collect and/or manage natural resources data in the field or office. Technicians are expected to work efficiently to complete assigned tasks in a manner that ensures the data are accurate, complete, and verifiable

- Use topographic maps, aerial photographs, GPS units, and other mapping tools to determine exact locations of project areas, habitat types, species of interest, and associated landforms

- Photograph and record appropriate habitat, species, and geographic landforms relative to suitable habitat requirements and ecological classifications

- Operate SWCA vehicles, assure they will perform safely, and notify appropriate person if vehicle needs maintenance

- Ability to perform all work with a focus on safety in a remote field setting for long hours, sometimes in inclement weather, rugged terrain, and at high altitudes is required; the ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds and walk up to 12 miles per day is required

- Some project areas are located in sensitive watersheds in which waste must be collected

- Communicate frequently and openly with team members and supervisors to ensure that task objectives and methods are clearly understood, task progress is shared, and questions or needs are promptly addressed. This includes initiating and/or responding to communication requests before, during, and after task implementation as part of a real-time, collaborative work effort

- Adhere to SWCA’s safety program while looking out for the safety of others, promptly communicating and mitigating safety hazards

- Coordinate with administrative staff for the accurate and prompt filing of expense and logistics paperwork.

**Experience And Qualifications For Success**

- Minimum of B.A. or B.S. in Botany, Wildlife Ecology or Management, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management or similar degree strongly preferred

- Experience with field-based botany or wildlife-related scientific data collection and attention to detail

- Must have experience with accurate natural resources data collection procedures and data QA/QC

- Familiarity with Pacific NW flora or fauna (botany or wildlife experience)

- Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365, ArcGIS, and other software suites

- Must have valid driver's license and be able to meet SWCA’s driver requirements

- Must be able to pass client-mandated background check

- Ability to drive a 4-wheel-drive vehicle on rugged, back-country roads

~~Knowledge, Skills and Attributes~~

- Ability to work long days outdoors for extended periods of time (up to 14 days) in a safe and productive manner

- Ability to maintain a positive attitude while working closely with a small team in a dynamic work environment

- Ability to travel and work remotely as required

- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team with excellent team collaboration skills

- Excellent communication and organizational skills

SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full-spectrum of environmental services. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms.

If you would like to contact SWCA regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the online application process due to a disability, please email accommodations@swca.com or call 480-581-5378. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only. All other inquiries will not receive a response.

~~SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency.~~

~~An employee in this Pacific NW -based position can expect a rate of $20.20/hour to $26.75/hour. Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law. Regular-status employees are also eligible for performance bonuses.~~

~~SWCA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success~~

~~SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA’s continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers.~~

~~Applicants must be willing to participate in a drug testing and alcohol screening as part of the pre-employment process, as some projects require such screenings. Applicants must have valid driver’s license and be able to meet SWCA’s driver requirements.~~

Temporary Natural Resources Technician - WA or OR

**This position is open to Alaska Residents only.Please check our**

**residency definition ****to determine if you qualify.**

**The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation is recruiting**

**for a Wildlife Biologist 3 (Regional Wildlife Biologist) located in Anchorage, Douglas, or Fairbanks!**

**What You Will Be Doing:**

This position will conduct applied research on “species of greatest conservation need” (SGCN) such as boreal resident and migratory birds, seabirds, small mammals, and amphibians. Priorities for research are described in Alaska’s 2025 State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP). Research will address trends, drivers of decline or possible threats to declining populations, and conservation actions to mitigate or reverse declines. Priorities include assessing threats to Arctic and sub-Arctic species in Alaska Department of Fish Game Regions 3 (Interior) and 5 (Northwest), or seabird species in Region 1 (Southeast). The selected applicant will develop collaborative partnerships across Alaska, engage with working groups to identify threats and mitigation actions, and accomplish research and conservation goals.

**Our Mission, Values And Culture:**

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) is dedicated to the conservation and management of Alaska’s fish and wildlife and their habitats. This position supports that mission by engaging in proactive conservation of Alaska’s “species of greatest conservation need” (SGCN) as described in the State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP). You will work closely with state and federal partners, non-governmental organizations, and the public to conserve Alaska’s biodiversity.

The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and well-being are paramount, and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.

**Benefits Of Joining Our Team:**

As part of ADF&G, you’ll join a team of passionate professionals working to responsibly manage Alaska’s natural resources. Benefits include retirement and health plans, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on wildlife conservation across the state.

**The Working Environment You Can Expect:**

This position is based in Fairbanks, Anchorage, or Douglas and will require both office work and fieldwork in remote locations. You’ll collaborate with biologists and agency leaders in a supportive and mission-driven environment. Travel will be required to support conservation efforts and engagement with partner organizations.

- Requires occasional travel within the State (one to three trips per year of up to five days in length), may require field work in remote locations away from the duty station for weeks at a time.

**Who We Are Looking For:**

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated wildlife professional to participate as part of ADF&G’s Threatened, Endangered, and Diversity (TED) Program. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, thoughtful, and self-motivated biologist able to critically evaluate scientific information, ask insightful questions, creatively solve problems, and work independently as well as part of a team.

- Experience as a wildlife biologist, designing and executing research projects focused on multiple Alaska species, which may include landbirds, seabirds, small

mammals, herpetofauna or game species; demonstrated ability to quickly develop research expertise on new taxa.

- Experience designing and conducting research projects with management or conservation implications beyond publishing (i.e., applied research); experience successfully developing management/conservation actions to mitigate threats.

- Experience managing logistically complicated Alaska field projects in remote areas for long periods of time including the ability to troubleshoot problems (e.g., equipment failures such as small engines, or unexpected field conditions) and be self-sufficient.

- Expertise with quantitative techniques used in wildlife ecology such as abundance modeling, estimation of survival and reproductive success, hierarchical models, spatial analysis of movement data, and/or habitat mapping.

- Experience engaging with and leading diverse partnerships (e.g., agency, NGO, university) that demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively and respectfully with others from varying backgrounds and with different perspectives and abilities. Desired experience includes engagement with rural communities, Alaska Native organizations and/or industry.

- Interest or experience working on Arctic and sub-Arctic species and/or seabirds to assess threats that may include climate change, development, and/or cumulative effects of multiple threats.

- Experience leading or supervising early-career biologists, technicians and other support staff.

- Experience publishing research results; reviewing and editing scientific documents; and presenting scientific findings and briefings to public, regulatory, agency and/or scientific audiences.

**To view the general description and example of duties for a Wildlife Biologist 3 (Regional Wildlife Biologist) please**

**go to the following link: ****https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs**

**Special Note:**

A valid driver's license is required.

This position may be in possession of, or have access to, firearms/ammunition.

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management;

AND

One year of full performance professional level biologist experience. The required professional biologist work experience is met by service as a Fishery Biologist 2, Wildlife Biologist 2, Habitat Biologist 2, or Fisheries Geneticist 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

**Substitution:**

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college that includes or is supplemented by the following credit hours will substitute for the degree in a specific field:

-  at least 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management (excluding courses that focus on agricultural husbandry techniques, human population dynamics, or the design and manipulation of landscapes), of which 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) are upper division courses; and

-  at least 12 semester hours (16 quarter hours) in any combination of two or more of the following: chemistry, physics, mathematics, statistics, geology, hydrology, or GIS.

**Special Note:**

“Upper division courses” means courses that are specialized, in-depth and advanced. Such courses emphasize problem-solving, analytical thinking skills, and theoretical applications, with depth and rigor in a discipline’s theories and methods; specialization in a particular field or profession; refinement of general education; and/or development of specific intellectual and professional skills. Upper division courses are commonly identified in college catalogs as 300 level and higher.

Some positions may require training in specialized areas such as hydroacoustics, microscopic analysis, underwater research, or fish habitat restoration or enhancement.

**REQUIRED DOCUMENTS**

**Please provide at time of application submission:**

- Cover Letter

- Resume/CV

**If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:**

- 3 professional references with at least one being a previous supervisor.

- Educational Transcripts, (unofficial copies are acceptable).

**COVER LETTER**

A cover letter is required for this position and will be used as a writing sample. To be considered for an interview, submit a cover letter describing your work experience with each of the numbered topics listed under the “Who we are looking for” section of this announcement. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, fax or email it to the contact provided in the job posting. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

**SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS**

For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Your responses will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.

**FIREARMS**

This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.

A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.

**EDUCATION**

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competences, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).

**SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION**

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university.**It is your responsibility to provide such evidence.**

**WORK EXPERIENCE**

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

**MULTIPLE VACANCIES**

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

**EEO STATEMENT**

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

**NOTICE**

If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword.

**WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE**

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.

**For Applicant Password Assistance Please Visit:**

https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword

**For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:**

**Lindsey Nietmann**

**TED Program Coordinator**

lindsey.nietmann@alaska.gov

Wildlife Biologist 3 (Regional Wildlife Biologist - PCN 114009)

The United States Department of Agriculture's  Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) protects and promotes the health of America's agriculture and natural resources, regulates genetically engineered organisms, administers the Animal Welfare Act, and carries out wildlife damage management activities.

Industry: Government Administration
Company Size: 10,001+ employees

USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)

**Find Your Future With Us at USDA – Animal Plant Health Inspection Service**

**Job Summary**

If selected, you will serve as a Wildlife Biologist within Wildlife Services and perform assignments involving project and program delivery, management, and administration with minimal supervision. The work is primarily concerned with wildlife damage management operations relating to the assessment, reduction, and/or elimination of problems associated with wild and/or feral animal species in urban, suburban, and rural environments.

**Qualifications**

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. BASIC REQUIREMENT: A. Degree: Biological science that included:At least 9 semester hours in such wildlife subjects as mammalogy, ornithology, animal ecology, wildlife management, or research courses in the field of wildlife biology; and At least 12 semester hours in zoology in such subjects as general zoology, invertebrate zoology, vertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, physiology, genetics, ecology, cellular biology, parasitology, entomology, or research courses in such subjects (Excess courses in wildlife biology may be used to meet the zoology requirements where appropriate.); and At least 9 semester hours in botany or the related plant sciences. OR B. Combination of education and experience: equivalent to a major in biological science (i.e., at least 30 semester hours), with at least 9 semester hours in wildlife subjects, 12 semester hours in zoology, and 9 semester hours in botany or related plant science, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. In addition to the basic requirements, the applicant must show they meet the below. FOR THE GS-07 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-5 grade level) that demonstrates: Dealing with human-wildlife conflicts and principles of wildlife damage management. Selecting appropriate wildlife damage management strategies, techniques, and tools and apply them to specific situations. Using biological sampling equipment, firearms, traps, snares, pesticides, immobilizing drugs, pyrotechnics, electronic harassment devices, and other non-lethal animal or wildlife control tools. Preparing presentations and reports to cooperators and stakeholders to ensure program success OR 1 year of graduate-level education in Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Ecology, Wildlife Management. OR Superior Academic Achievement: To qualify based on superior academic achievement, you must have completed the requirements for a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution AND 1) have a class standing in the upper third of the graduating class, 2) membership in a national scholastic honor society (excluding Freshman honor societies), or 3) must meet certain GPA requirements. GPA requirements: 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on official transcripts or as computed based on 4 years of education, or courses completed during the final 2 year of the curriculum; OR 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required course completed in the major field or courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum (GPA will be rounded to one decimal place, e.g., 2.95 rounds to 3.0 and 2.94 rounds to 2.9).Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level. TRANSCRIPTS are required if: This position requires specific coursework or a degree in a specific field to be basically qualified. You are qualifying for the position based on education. You are qualifying for this position based on a combination of experience and education. You are qualifying for this position based on Superior Academic Achievement. This education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school, college, or university COMBINATION OF EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-7 GRADE LEVEL: Applicants may have combinations of successfully completed education and specialized experience to meet total qualification requirements. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for that grade level.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

**Major 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:Assists cooperators in understanding of and compliance with the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA), Endangered Species Act, Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, and other wildlife-related laws.May be required to take extensive and recurrent training on wildlife damage or disease recognition, control methods, and techniquesCommunicates safe and effective damage management techniques through outreach and other channels to the general public.Assists other WS employees as requested and may assist in training new personnel.Modifies or adapts established damage or disease control techniques as necessary to meet local conditions and address specific environmental, economic, or political considerations.Recommends, to supervisor, areas for potential research or developmental study, to reduce the risks of damage to resources or disease transmission to domestic animals and humans.May develop and deliver training for cooperators, stakeholders, partner agencies and organizations, or other entities.Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with other Federal, State, county and city government agencies, Tribes, corporations, educational or research institutions.Gathers, compiles, evaluates, and presents data on damage or hazards caused by various wildlife species to cooperators, stakeholders, and colleagues through project or program reports .

**Position Start Date:**

04/09/2026

**Position Close Date:**

04/15/2026

**Salary Offered: ** 50460 - 76476 USD Per Year

You can make a difference! The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Marketing and Regulatory Programs (MRP) needs bright, energetic and committed professionals to facilitate the domestic and international marketing of U.S. agricultural products and to protect the health and care of animals and plants in the United States. We operate in domestic and global markets. Be part of an organization that protects the health and agriculture of the American people. Join our team! To learn more about what it's like to work at the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, what the agency does, and the types of careers, please visit the APHIS careers site. APHIS is an emergency response agency. This means that all Agency employees may be asked or assigned to participate in rotating temporary duty assignments to support emergency programs at some time during their careers with APHIS. For details click: APHIS Emergency Response

~~Please see the full announcement on USAJobs by clicking on the APPLY button! ~~

Wildlife Biologist

Mission
Be a catalyst! Ignite our community’s passion for nature and science.

Vision
The Denver Museum of Nature & Science envisions an empowered community that loves, understands, and protects our natural world.

Core Values
•We love science.
•We are curious, creative, and playful.
•We cultivate relationships with each other, diverse communities, the environment, and for our future.
•We think critically and act with empathy.

Industry: Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
Company Size: 201-500 employees

Denver Museum of Nature & Science

**Description**

**This is not a conservation biology position**

Have you ever wanted the opportunity to shape the future of conservation science at a world-renowned museum? The Denver Museum of Nature & Science (DMNS) invites applications for the position of Museum Conservation Scientist to lead analytical research, conservation science initiatives, and preservation strategies for collections at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. This role will drive the scientific investigation of materials, deterioration processes, and preventive conservation approaches. The successful candidate will develop and build out new laboratory capacity, have the opportunity to acquire a range of analytical instrumentation, and build a small support team.

**Job Class: **Full Time

**Hiring Range: **$75,000 - $80,000

**Work Schedule: **Monday – Friday, evenings and weekends as needed

**Direct Reports: **0

The Avenir Conservation Center (ACC) at DMNS was established in 2022 through an extraordinary gift. The ACC is an advanced conservation laboratory and an entity that carries out expansive and culturally inclusive projects. At DMNS, conservators have historically mainly engaged with ethnographic and archaeological collections; however, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to conduct analytical studies on a wide range of materials including organic, inorganic, and composite objects, and a variety of different collections (anthropological, biological, geological, paleontological, and archival).

The successful candidate will actively share research findings both within the institution and across the broader museum and academic sectors. We are looking for someone eager to communicate their science broadly and translate complex findings through public programs, and both scholarly and popular publications

This position offers significant opportunities to shape the conservation science program at the Museum. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding analytical capabilities, building new research infrastructure, and strengthening our understanding of cultural and natural heritage materials.

**Current Laboratory Capabilities**

Elemental & Molecular Spectroscopy

-  pXRF (Portable X-ray Fluorescence): Dedicated for both high-throughput laboratory analysis and in situ field elemental characterization of inorganic materials.

-  FTIR & Micro-FTIR: Fully equipped for the molecular identification of organic resins, binders, and synthetic materials at a microscopic scale.

Advanced Microscopy

-  Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM): Optimized for the optical examination and definitive identification of mineral, wood, and fiber samples.

-  Digital Imaging: Research-grade microscopy with integrated digital capture for high-resolution morphological studies and object documentation.

Technical Imaging

-  Multiband Imaging (MBI): Full photography setups for UV-induced visible fluorescence and Infrared Reflected (IRR) imaging to detect hidden inscriptions, previous restorations, or disparate organic coatings.

**Required**

-  Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Geochemistry, or a related physical science.

-  Minimum of 5 years of experience in a natural history museum or heritage science environment.

-  Proven track record working with natural history collections, a wide range of materials, and a diverse group of scientists and museum professionals.

-  Expert-level proficiency in operating and interpreting data from a wide array of scientific instruments.

**Preferred**

-  Scholarly productivity, including peer-reviewed publications.

-  Record of extramural grant acquisition and/or private fundraising skills

-  Experience designing lab spaces or procuring scientific instrumentation

-  Supervisory or mentorship experience

-  Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and oversee complex facility projects.

-  Public speaking ability, including experience with, or interest in, developing skills in a wide range of science communication styles and media.

-  Knowledge of preventive conservation, environmental monitoring, and museum standards.

**Application Instructions**

Applications must include a single merged PDF that contains: (1) a one- to two-page cover letter stating the rationale for interest in this position and how you would contribute to building the conservation science program at DMNS; (2) a one-page statement on your current and future research interests; and (3) a curriculum vitae that includes dates of conferred degrees and a list of names and contact information of three references.

**Please submit your resume by 6:00 p.m. MT on Friday, May 8th. ** Applications will not be accepted after this time. DMNS reserves the right to close the position prior to this date. Applications may only be accepted electronically via the Museum's website .

Museum Conservation Scientist

Powered by Labelbox. Earn money by teaching AI models. Get paid to align groundbreaking AI models with your expertise

Industry: Technology, Information and Internet
Company Size: 11-50 employees

Alignerr

**Soil and Water Conservation Scientist (AI Training)**

**About The Role**

We’re seeking soil and water conservation scientists to help evaluate AI systems trained on sustainable land and water management practices.

- Organization: Alignerr (Powered by Labelbox)

- Location: Remote

- Type: Hourly / Task-based Contract

- Compensation: $30-55 /hour

- Commitment: 10-40 hours/week

**What You’ll Do**

- Review soil and water conservation scenarios used in AI training.

- Assess accuracy of content related to erosion control, watershed management, and soil health.

- Identify flawed assumptions or impractical recommendations.

- Provide structured feedback to improve scientific rigor and clarity.

- Work independently and asynchronously to meet project deadlines.

**Who You Are**

- 3+ years of experience in soil science, hydrology, or conservation planning.

- Strong understanding of soil processes, water systems, and conservation techniques.

- Able to evaluate applied environmental science reasoning.

- Comfortable reviewing technical written content.

**Nice to Have**

- Graduate degree in Soil Science, Hydrology, or related field.

- Experience with field assessments or conservation planning tools.

- Familiarity with AI or content evaluation workflows.

**Why Join Us**

- Competitive pay and flexible remote work.

- Lead a team working on cutting-edge AI projects.

- Exposure to advanced LLMs and how they’re trained.

- Freelance perks: autonomy, flexibility, and global collaboration.

- Potential for contract extension.

**Application Process (Takes 10-15 min)**

- Submit your resume

- Complete a short screening

- Project matching and onboarding

~~PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. ~~

Soil and Water Conservation Scientist

Dramby Environmental Consulting, Inc. (DEC), is a woman-owned small business headquartered in Richmond, Virginia with satellite offices in Williamsburg, Virginia, Raleigh, North Carolina, Nashville, Tennessee, and Rockville, Maryland. DEC has been providing high quality professional environmental consulting services to both public and private sector clients nationwide since 2008. It has always been our mission to provide innovative, cost-effective solutions for our client's environmental and natural resource needs focusing in the following core service areas: environmental permit preparation, coordination, and compliance; natural resource assessment and reporting; rare, threatened, and endangered (RTE) species assessment and permitting; and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation and compliance. We are dedicated to helping our clients understand and navigate the environmental review process based on their program needs. 

We are passionate about the environment and undoubtedly understand the myriad of challenges that businesses face daily relating to meeting business program goals, while balancing impact on the natural systems. Our proactive approach with clients and discussion of environmental and natural resource challenges early into the project planning process has proven extremely successful in achieving client needs, oftentimes having a consideravle savings in both time and money. DEC approaches every project opportunity as unique and is fully engaged to deeply understand our client's program objectives and tailor a specific project team to achieve project success.

Industry: Environmental Services
Company Size: 2-10 employees

Dramby Environmental Consulting

**Job Title: ** Mid-Level Ecologist or Environmental Scientist

**Location: ** Georgia

Dramby Environmental Consulting, Inc., (DEC) has an immediate opening for a motivated, goal-oriented **mid-level ** **Ecologist or Environmental Scientist **to join our growing team in Georgia. This is a composite role and will include both field and office responsibilities. ~~We take pride in working with our team to meet our employees’ career goals and aspirations. ~~

DEC has over 15 years of experience in the environmental consulting field throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. We offer a range of specialized, comprehensive natural resource services for businesses, industry, and state, federal and local government. It is our mission to provide innovative, cost-effective solutions for our client's environmental and natural resource needs in the areas of ecology, streams, fish and wildlife, and regulatory permitting and support.

**Job Description: **Primary responsibilities include field investigations of project sites including wetland and stream delineations, erosion and sediment control inspections, and task and/or project management. The ideal candidate will be flexible and self-motivated with a high attention to detail, have strong verbal and written communication skills, be highly organized, and be capable of working in a diverse team environment and handling multiple tasks with competing priorities.

Specific duties may include the following:

- Perform and/or lead field investigations of projects sites including but not limited to delineations of streams, wetlands and other Waters of the US with functional assessments according to applicable methodologies, water quality sampling, and Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.

- Perform GPS field mapping, post processing, and distribution of GPS-mapped resources in multiple formats.

- Perform erosion and sediment control inspections and other site inspections, record and convey field observations accurately, communicate observations with contractors, clients, and regulatory parties.

- Evaluate impacts from construction and other types of projects on the natural environment and identify opportunities for avoiding and minimizing potential impacts to wetlands, streams, and other resources.

- Prepare written and visual documentation and technical reports detailing the findings of ecological surveys.

- Coordinate with local, state, and/or federal agencies, including but not limited to the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD).

- Coordinate with field staff, task managers, projects managers, and other project staff to deliver quality work on time and on budget.

- Perform work in a team environment or work independently with multiple project budgets and deadlines simultaneously.

- Effectively manage tasks and/or projects by communicating with teams, managing clients or stakeholders, mitigating risks, monitoring budgets and schedules, and delivering high quality work products.

- Support business development pursuits related to client opportunities including preparing proposals and statements of qualifications, attend client meetings, and attend and/or present technical information at conferences.

- Participate in improving company resources and tools to improve production and efficiency.

- Drive health and safety practices throughout all aspects of work.

- Implement DEC’s quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes.

**Desired Skills/Experience: **

- B.S. or M.S. degree in natural resources, environmental science, biology, ecology, or related science.

- Proven experience within a professional ecological career with 3+ years of experience with a B.S. degree or 2+ years of experience with a M.S. degree. Environmental consulting experience preferred.

- Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) or Wetland Professional In-Training (WPIT) certification is preferred but not required.

- Level 1a (or higher) certification with the Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission (GSWCC) is preferred but not required.

- Ability to delineate wetlands and other waters of the US using the appropriate regional supplements to the USACE Wetland Delineation Manual.

- Demonstrable skills and experience of field surveys and assessments and erosion and sediment control inspections.

- Professional experience with federal and state environmental permitting, including but not limited to USACE Individual and/or Nationwide Permits (NWPs), Georgia EPD NPDES Permits, Georgia EPD Stream Buffer Variances.

- Working knowledge of relevant state and federal legislation and policy with a special emphasis on Clean Water Act (CWA) Sections 401/404.

- Working knowledge of erosion and sediment control and best management practices (BMPs).

- Working knowledge of ArcGIS Pro and GPS technology. ArcGIS Experience Builder and Dashboard experience is a plus.

- Project management skills and experience including developing budgets and project schedules, team collaboration, QA/QC, and project delivery.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.

- Ability to work independently, and collaboratively, to prepare reports, and communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.

- Ability to conduct field work safely, wear appropriate PPE, and remain alert around equipment.

- Ability to work for short periods of time in extreme temperatures including heat and cold.

- Ability to stand for several hours observing and documenting.

- Excellent organization and oral/written communications skills required.

- Marketing, proposal writing and management, and public presentation experience preferred.

- Candidate must have current driver's license and good driving record.

- Some field assignments require travel with overnight stay outside the Atlanta area.

- Preference will be given to candidates with field investigation and permitting experience with linear utilities (natural gas, water, sewer, and/or electrical transmission).

This position is a hybrid role: field work (50%), work from Dramby or remote offices (50%). The salary listed is a range and is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

**To Apply please submit the following: **

- Professional resume or CV

- Cover letter with salary requirements

- 3 professional references

~~Dramby Environmental Consulting, Inc is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. ~~

Mid-Level Ecologist

MAD Scientist Associates provides clients with a high level of expertise in wetland science, ecological site characterization, and environmental impact assessment. We deliver accurate, complete, and timely data that can streamline the environmental compliance process and allow clients to make better-informed and more sustainable land use decisions. MAD Scientist Associates also helps clients understand and successfully navigate increasingly complex regulatory requirements and permit processes to meet project goals as efficiently as possible. We offer a variety of ecological consulting services in the areas of wetlands and streams, threatened & endangered species mgmt, land stewardship, ecological studies, and environmental education.

Industry: Environmental Services
Company Size: 11-50 employees

MAD Scientist Associates, LLC

MAD Scientist Associates is hiring: **Water Resources Engineer! **

Do you enjoy solving complex environmental challenges and turning them into practical, real-world solutions? Are you energized by working at the intersection of engineering and ecological restoration, bringing concepts to life that improve the health of our natural systems?

~~If so, this job may be for you. ~~

MAD Scientist Associates is seeking a Water Resources Engineer to support the planning, design, and implementation of restoration-focused projects. This role will focus on translating ecological concepts into high-quality engineering plans, supporting watershed health, stream restoration, and green infrastructure initiatives.

Join MAD Scientist Associates and contribute to a mission-driven organization focused on making a difference through sound science, community impact, and environmental stewardship. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, ecologists, and scientists to deliver meaningful, real-world outcomes.

**Responsibilities include: **

- Evaluate project sites and develop engineering designs, plans, and bid sets

- Provide construction oversight and documentation to ensure project accuracy and compliance

- Perform hydraulic and hydrologic modeling and analysis to support restoration objectives

- Prepare and support permitting efforts, including SWPPPs, NOIs, floodplain permits, and Section 401/404 permits

- Collaborate with internal teams, including restoration ecologists and scientists, to develop integrated solutions

- Participate in planning discussions to support innovative and high-performing restoration designs

- Manage multiple priorities while maintaining organization, accuracy, and deadlines

- Contribute to overall project success through both independent work and team collaboration

**Knowledge and skills required: **

- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D

- Working knowledge of GIS applications

- Ability to develop grading plans and perform cut-and-fill calculations

- Understanding of stormwater systems and Best Management Practices (BMPs)

- Experience preparing engineering plans, drawings, and bid sets

- Familiarity with permitting processes, including SWPPPs, NOIs, and floodplain permits

- Working knowledge of water resources engineering principles, including hydrology and drainage systems

**Experience: **

We are seeking a candidate with 3–5+ years of experience as an engineer, including 2–3 years operating as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.). The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated experience in preparing or supporting the preparation and obtainment of permits, including General Construction Permits (NOIs), Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), floodplain permits, and Section 401 and 404 permits.

Additional experience in capturing and interpreting site survey data, exposure to stream and wetland restoration projects, and experience working with or around construction crews, including the ability to effectively communicate with contractors in support of construction oversight, is highly desired.

**Education: **

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Ecological Engineering, or a related field required.

- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (Ohio) required.

**Salary and Benefits: **

The salary range is $90,000–$120,000 annually, depending on experience. The compensation package includes participation in a Simple IRA with a 2% company contribution; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; and 8 paid holidays per calendar year, plus 2 floating days.

Must have a valid driver’s license. To arrange a confidential interview, send a résumé by responding to this ad or contact Amanda@successfulhiring.com.

Water Resources Engineer

Arcadis is de leidende wereldwijd opererende datagedreven duurzame ontwerp-, advies- en consultancyorganisatie op het gebied van de natuurlijke en gebouwde omgeving. Wij zijn met 36.000 architecten, data-analisten, ingenieurs, projectplanners, water- en duurzaamheidexperts. Onze gedeelde passie is: Improving quality of life. Toewijding aan de strategie ‘accelerating a planet positive future’ onderschrijft onze wereldwijde samenwerking met klanten en hoe we hen helpen met duurzame projectkeuzes. We combineren digitale met mensgerichte innovaties en omarmen toekomstgerichte vaardigheden op het gebied van milieu, energie, water, gebouwen, transport en infrastructuur. We werken vanuit meer dan dertig landen en rapporteerden in 2023 een bruto-omzet van 5 miljard euro. www.arcadis.com

Industry: Professionele services
Company Size: Meer dan 10.000 werknemers

Arcadis

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

**Role description:**

Arcadis seeks a Project Ecologist to join our Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) Office of Environmental Services (OES) Ecology Support Services team. Our team is known for innovation and outstanding client service and will continue to build on these values. This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated, full-time role supporting delivery of Ecology Initiatives to improve GDOT Program Delivery including training media, guidance materials, programmatic agreements, and research.

**Role accountabilities:**

- Leading delivery of various Ecology Initiatives including management of multi-disciplinary teams.

- Developing content (e.g., scripts and storyboards) and providing creative input for multi-media training related to GDOT ecology special studies.

- Drafting guidance documents (i.e., Guidebooks and Toolkits) based on current GDOT and resource agency policy and procedures.

- Collaborating with GDOT and resources agency staff to develop programmatic agreements to streamline agency coordination.

- Leading research projects designed to improve GDOT ecological resource protection, including study design, implementation, maintenance/monitoring, reporting, and presentation.

**Qualifications & Experience:**

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, natural resource management, or similar environmental discipline.

- 7 or more years’ experience completing ecology special studies on behalf of GDOT including wetland/stream delineation, protected species survey, Section 7 Endangered Species Act consultation, Section 404 Clean Water Act permitting, and Georgia buffer variance applications.

- Experience working with regulatory agencies responsible for oversight of federally funded transportation projects in Georgia.

Key Attributes

- Be highly organized, responsive, work well under tight deadlines, and have strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.

- Experience managing project tasks, meetings, and schedules; and communicating effectively with multi-disciplinary project teams and regulatory agencies.

- Proven experience delivering complex GDOT ecology reports and permit applications.

- Must work well in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Master’s degree in biology, ecology, natural resource management, or similar environmental discipline.

- Previous experience developing training media, guidance documents, survey methodologies, and/or agency agreements on behalf of GDOT.

- Experience leading/conducting research related to transportation ecology.

- Demonstratable proficiency with GDOT Plan Development Process, TPro, and Primavera P6.

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $111000- $133200. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

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Project Ecologist

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

**Role description:**

Arcadis is seeking an Ecologist to serve as Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) Office of Environmental Services (OES) Ecology Support Services staff with shared remote working and fieldwork opportunities.

Consultant staff may be expected to report to the GDOT Midtown Atlanta office up to 20% of the time (1 day per week). This is a unique opportunity to work directly with GDOT staff and resource agencies on transportation projects throughout the state.

**Role accountabilities:**

- Conducting technical reviews of consultant documents, tracking project schedules, and serving as an extension of GDOT staff.

- Implementing the GDOT Plan Development Process to advance projects and maintain schedules.

- Representing GDOT OES at internal and agency project meetings.

- Fieldwork completing ecology special studies including wetland delineation, habitat assessments, and protected species surveys.

**Qualifications & Experience:**

**Required Qualifications**

- Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, natural resource management, or similar environmental discipline.

- Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience completing stream and wetland delineations, as well as protected species habitat assessments.

Key Attributes:

- The successful candidate will have previous experience preparing GDOT Ecology Resource Survey and Assessment of Effects Reports, Section 404 Clean Water Act permits (Nationwide, Regional, and/or Individual), and state stream buffer variance applications.

- Strong stream, wetland, and protected species habitat assessment skills; including knowledge of local flora and fauna.

- Be highly organized, responsive, work well under tight deadlines, and have strong written and verbal communication skills.

**Preferred Qualifications**

- Master’s degree in biology, ecology, natural resource management, or similar environmental discipline.

- Experience completing ecological field studies, reporting, and permitting (Section 404 permits and state buffer variances) for GDOT projects.

- Experience completing protected species field surveys and Section 7 Endangered Species Act consultation in Georgia.

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $81000 - $97200. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

#ANA-Ecologist/NEPA #Mobility-US-D&E-Jobs

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