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Alabama Coastal Foundation Coastal Relations Coordinator
 
The mission of the Alabama Coastal Foundation is to improve and protect Alabama's coastal environment through cooperation, education, and participation.
 
Do you want to help Alabama鈥檚 coastal environment? Are you looking for a career change/interested in starting a new one with an established and supportive nonprofit? Are you living in the Tri-City (Orange Beach-Gulf Shores-Foley) area, or are willing to move back? If so, please read and follow the instructions below to apply by the deadline.
 

The Alabama Coastal Foundation (ACF) Coastal Relations Coordinator plays an integral role improving and protecting Alabama鈥檚 coastal environment by encouraging and fostering relationships among interested stakeholders including citizens, businesses, and other groups. The ACF Coastal Relations Coordinator should believe in the organization鈥檚 mission, support the Executive Director in our vital work, and fulfill the responsibilities as well as possess the qualifications and skills listed below.  
 

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership and support for various ACF programs such as Alabama Oyster Shell Recycling, Coastal IQ, Livable Communities Coalition, Sustainability Summit, and Share the Beach;
• Works with local businesses, schools, and groups to promote volunteer opportunities;
• Grows and nurtures ACF鈥檚 social media presence;
• Organizes and schedules Connect to Your Coast outreach events; and,
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.
   

Required qualifications:

• Strong inter-personal and organizational skills;
• The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form; and,
• A degree in Biology or demonstrated knowledge related to that field.
   

Interpersonal skills:        
Every staff member employed by the Alabama Coastal Foundation is expected to possess:

• Honesty, integrity, a positive attitude, professionalism, and courteousness;
• A dedication to quality and accuracy;
• An ability to work well with co-workers in a distributed environment; and,
• An ability to fulfill job responsibilities with minimal supervision.

 

Time Commitment, Compensation, and How to Apply:
The time commitment for this position will be adapted to meet the needs of the person selected to serve so please indicate if you are interested in part-time (provide number of hours per week) or full-time (40 hours) work. Please also provide minimum hourly wage (part-time) or annual salary (full-time). ACF provides health benefits for full-time employees and all travel related to work is reimbursed. Email PDF files of a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three (3) references to ACF Executive Director Mark Berte by noon on Thursday, September 19: mberte@joinACF.org If you have questions, please email or call Mark: (251) 402-3936.

Full-time Lecturer in One Health beginning Fall 2025

 

The Environmental Studies Program at Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a full-time, 9-month teaching track position at the rank of Lecturer in the area of One Health to begin in the fall semester of the 2025-26 academic year. A demonstrated interest in teaching at the undergraduate level as well as experience with current scientific teaching approaches is required. The applicant should be highly motivated to instruct, inspire, and mentor students early in their university experience. The Environmental Studies Program integrates the natural and social sciences and humanities to provide interdisciplinary environmental training to undergraduate students. The university is committed to scholarship, teaching, and mentoring around environment and public health, including through Tyson Research Center, the Living Earth Collaborative, the recently launched Center for Environment, a new undergraduate program in Public Health & Society, and a new School of Public Health.

 

Responsibilities of this position include teaching an introductory course in One Health, an advanced course in environmental field methods, a capstone course in One Health, and co-leading a new Ampersand Program in One Health for a small cohort of first-year students. There is an opportunity to develop a course in local natural history or other topics of interest if desired. A full-time teaching load in the Environmental Studies Program consists of three courses per semester in addition to a service component, which includes advising undergraduate majors and minors and program-level service activities.

 

The initial term of the appointment will be for one year, with renewal contingent upon performance. Teaching track faculty will not be evaluated on or expected to engage in research or scholarship as part of their appointment. The position has a promotion path (Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Teaching Professor) based on satisfactory performance and documented excellence in teaching.

 

Qualifications: Requirements include holding a Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Studies, Ecology, Disease Ecology, Vector Ecology, Conservation Biology or a related field; experience teaching and mentoring undergraduate students; demonstrated skill in highly engaging, inclusive scientific teaching methods; interest in working with first-year, interdisciplinary, and diverse populations of students.

 

Applications must include: 1) a cover letter, 2) a current curriculum vitae, 3) a statement of teaching philosophy, and 4) names and contact information for three references. These materials and letters of reference should be uploaded to .  Some useful links are available at: . Questions about the position may be addressed to Dr. Eleanor Pardini, assistant program director and search committee chair, at epardini@wustl.edu. Review of applications will begin on October 14, 2024.

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Employment Job Posting

AGFC Invasive Carp Biologist - Biologist II

POSITION NO: 22183303

POSTING INFORMATION:

Advertisement Opens: Aug. 13, 2024

Advertisement Closes: Sept. 13, 2024

Full Time: Yes

Salary: $54,860.00 - $80,624.00 Annually

POSTING REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Education and/or Experience:

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor鈥檚 degree in biology, zoology, botany, or a related field; plus two years of experience in wildlife management or a related field.

OTHER JOB-RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES CHIEF.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

Master of Science degree from an accredited college in one of the following programs: biology, fisheriesmanagement, natural resource management, or other  related biological sciences

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

• Knowledge of the principles of biology, ecology, and related environmental sciences.
• Knowledge of game and fish management programs including propagation, cultivation, and harvesting techniques.
• Knowledge of game and fish management laboratory and field survey equipment, techniques, and procedures.
• Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures.
• Ability to plan, organize, and oversee the work of subordinates.
• Ability to make public presentations.
• Ability to plan work unit objectives and operational activities and to assign and direct the work of subordinate supervisors.
• Ability to conduct scientific game and fish surveys and studies, analyze and evaluate collected data, and prepare written narrative report of findings.
• Ability to direct, coordinate, and maintain wildlife management programs.

Preferred Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, stakeholders, and Arkansas Game and Fish Commission staff
• Ability to implement project management techniques and practices (scheduling/task management) to ensure completion of programs and projects in an effective and timely manner
• Ability to analyze data and apply relevant fisheries management and ecological principles to resolve conservation issues
• Understands principles of fish population dynamics and approaches for conducting fish stock assessments
• Experience with advanced statistical methods and analyzing data in Program R, SAS, or similar statistical software
• Ability to perform basic functions in GIS platforms
• A working knowledge of Google and Microsoft-based programs
• Experience publishing scientific literature and proficient technical writing skills
• Experience using boat-mounted electrofishing gear and knowledge of its applications and limitations
• Experience working in riverine systems
• Ability to operate a boat and back a trailer
• Knowledge of basic boat and trailer maintenance requirements
• Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing to various groups including scientific peers, commercial industry constituents, and administration in the division and agency
• Supervisory experience
• Ability to observe and classify aquatic wildlife species, including native and invasive fish
• Experience working with or managing invasive carp species (Bighead, 天美影视传媒, Black, and Grass Carp) and an advanced knowledge of their biology, ecology, and management
• Ability to make independent decisions and act decisively on the determined course of action
• Ability to swim or learn to swim
• Ability to lift small boats, outboard motors, canoes, and kayaks
• Basic knowledge of the commercial fishing industry and gears used for commercial fishing
• Grant writing experience
• AGFC Programs Biologists must be self-starters, problem solvers, critical thinkers, and independent operators.

POSTING DETAILS:

Position Location:

City: Mayflower

Office: Mayflower Field Office

Division: Fisheries

Job Summary:

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) Biologist II is responsible for supervising wildlife or fisheries management areas. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

Typical Functions:

• Plans and conducts various biological surveys to investigate population, habitat, and ecology of game and fish species and conducts studies of game and fish propagation, cultivation, and harvest.
• Analyzes and evaluates survey and sampling data and writes reports describing the results of the data and makes recommendations on game and fish populations.
• Directs the development of various wildlife management areas or fish propagation and cultivation and treatment plans based on district management plans. Assists supervisor with districts鈥� annual budgetary projections, prepares various reports and purchase orders, requisitions for equipment, supplies, and parts, and prepares monthly activity reports.
• Makes presentations to civic groups, schools and clubs, and conducts public meetings to explain new and/or proposed rules and regulations and/or to hear complaints about wildlife management.
• Writes articles for news releases on game and fish activities in district.
• Assists supervisor in the development of game and fish management plans and proposals to expand or improve management areas.

Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

This biologist will oversee the Invasive Carp Harvest Incentive Program, state wide and will also:

• Write grants to support the program within the Arkansas-Red-White and Lower Mississippi River basins
• Coordinate with the US Fish and Wildlife Service and Invasive Carp Advisory Committee working groups on behalf of AGFC
• Assist with ANS Program budget development and management
• Purchase equipment and supplies within state and federal procurement policies
• Administer the Arkansas Invasive Carp Harvest Incentive Program
• Supervise and hire extra-labor staff
• Design and implement an invasive carp monitoring program
• Oversee and assist with data collection
• Manage invasive carp datasets and databases
• Analyze data, using statistically valid and scientifically sound methods
• Develop annual grant reports and internal agency reports
• Present research findings to peers, the public, Administrators, the Commission orally or in writing
• Produce social media content to inform and educate others about invasive carp issues
• Perform other duties as assigned

Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations:

Special Job Dimensions:

Other Specific Information:

This position often requires overnight travel, working weekends, long hours, and in poor weather conditions.

For additional information, please contact Matt Horton, ANS Program Coordinator at matthew.horton@agfc.ar.gov.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Commission will make any reasonable  accommodations necessary to ensure equal employment opportunities.

The USDA-ARS National Sedimentation Laboratory in Oxford, MS seeks an Interdisciplinary Scientist (Postdoctoral Research Associate) to study agroecological and economic impacts of a novel edible cover crop system in a food insecure region of the southeast USA. The scientist will participate in a plot study evaluating edible and non-edible cover crop varieties, in addition to ongoing field-scale research projects as part of the Lower Mississippi River Basin (LMRB) Long-term Agroecosystem Research (LTAR) Network.  The scientist will assist with collecting and analyzing several types of environmental, agronomic, and/or economic data to assess agroecosystem dynamics and conduct a tradeoff analysis. Modeling tools may be utilized to extrapolate or evaluate results and may be applied to broader regional studies as part of the LMRB LTAR project. Collaboration in community and producer focus groups is also possible in this project.

Research will primarily 1) improve understanding of management strategies to improve soil health, water quality, and agronomic outputs, 2) provide actionable guidance in cover crop management for Mississippi farmers, and 3) result in peer-reviewed manuscripts and presentations at local and national conferences.

The Research Associate is funded through USDA-ARS Headquarters Postdoctoral funding and therefore is required to be a US Citizen. A PhD is required; appropriate fields include Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Agronomy, Applied Economics, Ecology, Soil Science, or equivalent. The position is located in Oxford, MS. Please send a CV and cover letter to Dr. Lindsey Witthaus, Lindsey.Witthaus@usda.gov. Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis with the intent to hire in 2024 - early 2025. 

 

Water quality lab manager/chemist

Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies, Texas A&M University-
Corpus Christi

 

Description
The Research Specialist I, II or III fulfilling this position plays an essential role in the operations of the group at the Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies. The Coastal Ecosystem Processes Lab conducts basic and applied research on coastal phytoplankton ecology, water quality and biogeochemistry. We are a diverse group consisting of research scientists, postdocs, graduate and undergraduate students, and community volunteers. The person filling this position will serve as the Laboratory Manager and will also be responsible
for analysis of water samples obtained by the research group.

 

Essential job duties include:
鈥� Manages all activities in the laboratory to ensure project success and lab safety.
鈥� Performs analysis of nutrients, organic matter, and other water quality parameters using established benchtop chemistry methods, including operating instruments such as a Seal Quaatro segmented flow nutrient analyzer, a Shimadzu TOC-LN analyzer, and a Turner Trilogy fluorometer among others.
鈥� QA/QC and transfer of data from lab analyses to Data Manager.
鈥� Develop and maintain training materials for lab members.
鈥� Trains students and staff on laboratory methods and field sampling techniques.
鈥� Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications
Required
鈥� Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Marine Science, Analytical Chemistry, or related field.
鈥� At least one year of experience performing analytical chemistry related to water quality or biogeochemistry.
鈥� Ability to independently complete seawater nutrient, organic matter and chlorophyll
measurements at a level that meets laboratory quality standards.
鈥� Ability to work on a diverse, interdisciplinary research team.
鈥� Strong written and spoken communication skills.
鈥� Ability to conduct research tasks in a variety of weather conditions.
鈥� Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
鈥� Ability to lift moderately heavy objects.
鈥� Work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends as required by research projects.

Preferred

鈥� Master of Science degree in Environmental Science, Marine Science, Analytical Chemistry, or related field.
鈥� Two (2) or more years of professional experience working in a water quality laboratory.

 

Salary and Benefits
鈥� Salary range is $53,385 to $69,500 depending on qualifications and experience
鈥� Generous retirement benefits (~1:1 employee: state contribution)
鈥� Health insurance
鈥� Vacation (8 hours/month) and sick time (8 hours/month)

 

Application information

To apply, please visit: .

You will need to submit a cover letter describing your qualifications, a CV and a list of three references. For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Mike Wetz at
michael.wetz@tamucc.edu.

 

1) Sustainability internship: At least 1, but possibly 2 interns will be hired to assist with the . The scope of work for this internship opportunity will primarily be delivering education modules (outlined on SWAPS website) and associated preparation work. The position(s) will be based at the Mississippi State University Coastal Research and Extension Center in Biloxi, MS. Pay is $15 per hour and these positions have the potential to transition into full-time and/or graduate student positions if funding is available. The ideal start date for this position is in September.  Application instructions: please email a current resume/CV to Keith Chenier (kac980@msstate.edu). Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. If you are interested, please get your application materials in ASAP.

 

2) Native Plant Producer Network internship: Multiple interns will be hired to assist with the . The scope of work for this internship opportunity will primarily assisting with plant care and maintenance at schools and demonstration sites, as well as helping in education and outreach activities. The position(s) will be based at multiple locations throughout coastal Mississippi. Pay is $15 per hour and these positions have the potential to transition into full-time and/or graduate student positions if funding is available. Application instructions: please email a current resume/CV to Kaitlyn Mitchell (krs717@msstate.edu). Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. If you are interested, please get your application materials in ASAP.

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Wildlife Biologist I, Waterfowl and Wetlands Ecology
 
James C. Kennedy Waterfowl and Wetlands Conservation Center, Clemson University
 
STARTING DATE: Summer/Fall 2024
 
CLOSING DATE: The position is open until filled.
 
DESCRIPTION: The James C. Kennedy Waterfowl and Wetlands Conservation Center at Clemson University is recruiting a highly motivated Wildlife Biologist with an interest in waterfowl and wetland ecology, management, and outreach in a research setting. The ideal candidate should be familiar with wetlands and waterfowl issues, especially in the southeast U.S. region. Responsibilities include assisting undergraduate and graduate students and staff on a diversity of research projects, collecting field and laboratory data, conducting literature reviews, maintaining vehicles, equipment, and research instruments, data entry, and other duties necessary to maintain a functioning center. The candidate will also contribute to research proposals and publications in a highly dynamic, collaborative environment. This role involves working in various outdoor environments, often in remote locations and requires a commitment to conserving and managing wetland and wildlife habitats.

The position is initially budgeted for 1 year with the expectation that the position will continue based on our success in obtaining external funding.

We are seeking an exceptional candidate with a strong interest in waterfowl and other wetland wildlife (i.e., waterbirds, songbirds, turtles, alligators, anurans), macroinvertebrates, wetland vegetation, and wetland management. Candidates must possess excellent wildlife and vegetation identification skills. The ideal candidate will have experience in one or more of the following areas: GIS, telemetry, duck banding, drone operation and licensure, field surveys, modeling, and statistical analyses using R. The selected candidate will be integral to the development of new projects, ensuring the continuity of ongoing initiatives and publishing results. We are committed to providing ample professional development opportunities, including training, conference attendance, and mentoring. 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: B.S. in wildlife ecology or related field. Previous experience in wildlife research, fieldwork, or conservation projects. Proficiency in using field equipment and technology. Physical fitness and stamina to perform fieldwork. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. We strongly value individuals who can work independently and as part of a diverse team. A valid driver鈥檚 license and reliable transportation is required.
 
SALARY: $31,600 - $45,000/year plus benefits, depending on experience.

CONTACT: The position will be supervised by Dr. James T. Anderson (Clemson University). The incumbent鈥檚 office will be at the Belle W. Baruch Institute of Coastal Ecology and Forest Science in Georgetown, SC. Interested individuals should apply by submitting a letter of interest, resume, unofficial copy of transcripts, and contact information for 3 references at Careers () (Job ID = 109106). Please direct questions to Dr. Anderson atjta6@clemson.edu or (304) 276-8956.

Branch Chief Microbiological Hazards Science Branch, AD-0401:

 

Branch Chief Microbiological Hazards Science Branch, AD-0403:

Partners for Environmental Progress (PEP) is seeking a part-time Project Coordinator to improve the water quality and fish habitat in the waters of coastal Alabama by coordinating all facets of the Eagle Reef Project.

The position will be responsible for project coordination for the purposes of installing oyster 鈥渕ini鈥� reefs within the Alabama coastal waters. The Project Coordinator will report to the Executive Director and work with the staff and Board of  Directors to develop and execute aspects of the project, including communications, serving as liaison with the Science Committee and fundraising. Deploying 1000 Eagle Reefs will result in filtering up to 7.3 billion gallons of water annually and create habitats that result in thousands of fish and crabs per year in our coastal waters.

This is a part-time (15-20 hours per week) position. Students are encouraged to apply (preferably graduate students or Junior/Seniors). Most working hours will be between 8 a.m. and  5 p.m. and will require occasional early morning, evening meetings and weekend work. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Excellent organization and communication skills are required. Marine or environmental science knowledge is beneficial, but not required.

To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to director@pepmobile.org. More information about the Eagle Reef Project is available at .

PEP is a coalition of business and education leaders committed to strong economic development balanced with the conservation and restoration of the natural resources that make coastal Alabama a unique and desirable place to live, work and raise a family.