Natural Resources Job Board

 About the Organization

The Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy (ARC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focused on the conservation and restoration of amphibian and reptile populations and their habitats across the United States. ARC focuses on implementing field programs in high-priority areas for amphibians and reptiles to improve their chances of survival. Our work includes inventory, monitoring, research, habitat restoration, population augmentation, and developing management plans across Priority Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Areas (PARCAs). Learn more at ARCProtects.org.

ARC is seeking a temporary Field Biologist to support ongoing Eastern Hellbender conservation work in western North Carolina and east Tennessee. The candidate will be located around Great Smoky Mountains National Park with frequent travel to project sites and occasional overnight trips as required (no housing is provided). Primary duties will include participation in field inventory, monitoring, and restoration projects in the Southern Appalachians including but not limited to:

In a cover letter, please describe your relevant experience, including how your broader knowledge and experiences can contribute to our organizational culture and values. Also provide your CV and include the names and contact information of at least three relevant professional references. Your cover letter, reference list, and CV should be compiled and uploaded as a single PDF file and saved as “FirstName_LastName_ARC Hellbender Field Biologist”.  Applications can be submitted by clicking here. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, ARC does not provide visa sponsorships for this position. Questions about the position can be directed to Emilly Nolan at southernapps@arcprotects.org. 

ARC is an equal-opportunity employer. Our core values include integrity, diversity, equity, inclusion, creativity, and innovation. We value diverse experiences and perspectives as critical to informing and supporting our core values, and we welcome applications from members of historically under-represented or marginalized groups in the field of wildlife conservation.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital or pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or genetic information, including medical history. 

 The James C. Kennedy Waterfowl and Wetlands Conservation Center at Clemson University is seeking a highly motivated Ph.D. or M.S. candidate to conduct research on materials for tidal trunks and other water control structures with the goal of developing alternative, cost-effective solutions for water level management in waterfowl impoundments in coastal South Carolina. 

 

Water control structures are critical for effective wetland management. Historically, wooden tidal trunks had a life span of 25–30 years, but the discontinuation of chromate copper arsenate and creosote-treated lumber has reduced this to 8–10 years due to the use of pressure-treated lumber with alkaline copper quaternary preservatives. These trunks lose tensile strength from cyclic wetting and drying, salt crystal formation, decomposition, and insect colonization, with replacement costs reaching $20,000 to $25,000 each. Research is required to evaluate new materials and designs for tidal trunks while considering traditional design significance. The objectives of this study are to 1) inventory the number and characteristics of tidal trunks and other water control structures in South Carolina's coastal counties, 2) interview land managers and owners to evaluate critical and desirable design features of tidal trunks, 3) conduct a comprehensive literature review evaluating potential materials and designs, 4) document wildlife and invertebrate use of tidal trunks, 5) evaluate material performance, and 6) work with experienced tidal trunk builders to design, build, and install new prototypes.  

 

The student will be working toward a graduate degree in Forest Resources, Biosystems Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences, or Civil Engineering at Clemson University. Clemson University (http://www.clemson.edu/about/) is a public land-grant Carnegie R1 Research University in a college town atmosphere on Lake Hartwell within view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Students will take classes on the main campus and conduct fieldwork along South Carolina's coast at the Tom Yawkey Wildlife Center, the Baruch Institute of Coastal Ecology and Forest Science, located on the 16,000-acre Hobcaw Barony property, and other coastal locations. 
 

The student will be advised by a multidisciplinary team comprised of Dr. Christophe Darnault (Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences), Dr. Brunela Rodrigues (Wood Utilization and Biomaterials), Dr. Michael Stoner (Civil Engineering), and Dr. Jim Anderson (James C. Kennedy Waterfowl and Wetlands Conservation Center).  

QUALIFICATIONS: B.S. (for M.S.) and M.S. (for Ph.D.) in Environmental or Civil Engineering, Materials Science, Wood Science, Forest Engineering, Environmental Science, or a closely related field. Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00. A strong interest and experience in engineering design, material science, and design software is crucial. Interest in environmental sustainability, historic preservation, wetlands, statistics, and publishing is a plus. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is required. Due to current visa restrictions imposed by the United States government, you must be a United States citizen to apply for this position. 

 

Clemson University does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, or disability. We encourage applications from minorities, women, veterans, and all other qualified applicants. 

 

STIPEND: $25,000 (Ph.D.) or $22,000 (M.S.) plus tuition waiver. 

 

CONTACT: Interested individuals should email a letter of interest, resume, a <1,000-word statement of purpose (why do you want to work on this project, your research interests, and long-term career goals), unofficial copy of transcripts, GRE/TOEFL scores (if available), proof of valid drivers license, examples of published papers, and contact information for 3 references to Ms. Crystal Anderson at crhode2@clemson.edu. 

Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $3,811.00 - $5,783.00 Monthly

Please note: In addition to the salary range advertised, the incumbent will receive an additional 5% King County duty station pay.

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 6/10/25. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

This may be filled as an in-training position. This is designated as a 12-24-month training plan. If you complete all elements of the training steps in a shorter amount of time, we may waive the remainder of the time required. Candidates will be considered as Natural Resource Specialist 1 (In-Training) or Natural Resource Specialist 2 (NRS2), depending on qualifications.

Required Qualifications:
Natural Resource Specialist 1 (In-Training)
(Salary range: $3,811 - $5,117 per month):

Natural Resource Specialist 2
(Salary range: $4,299 - $5,783 per month):

Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST), a dynamic environmental and statistical consulting firm with offices across the United States and Canada, is looking for a Biological Field Technician. 

 

WEST has a permanent core of professionals with broad experience in basic and applied ecological studies and the sophisticated analysis of natural resource data. Since its founding in 1990, the WEST team has shaped the foundation of what we do, and what we believe in through our core values and key principles. Our work matters to our clients, communities, and the environment. Join WEST and discover a company of passionate, committed, and highly motivated individuals.

 

 

 

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Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission is seeking highly motivated individuals to assist the U.S. Geological Survey as a Fishery Biologist at the Western Fisheries Research Center (WFRC), Columbia River Research Laboratory. We are seeking a quantitatively minded individual to assist WFRC's Quantitative Ecology Team with a wide diversity of quantitative analyses.

The incumbent will develop a repository through Gitlab and hosted at code.usgs.gov containing functions, documentation and examples to fit Cormack-Jolly-Seber models and Multistate Mark-Recapture models conditioned on an initial release of one or more groups of tagged migratory fish. The Stan code will be developed so that a user can flexibly specify the number of capture-occasion and the structure on survival, detection (e.g. log-log or logit link relationships with covariates) and transition matrices (e.g. random simplexes, log-normal and log-logistic informed simplexes) in R. Employee will apply multistate mark-recapture models to spring-summer Chinook salmon and Steelhead released above Lower Granite Dam under the Comparative Survival Study treating week of passage as a “state” and estimating survival and detection on a weekly basis from Lower Granite through Bonneville Dam.

Essential Functions:  

 Knowledge Required by the Position:

Employees have the knowledge to resolve common technical or procedural problems for themselves or their work crew.  They are able to assess or interpret the significance of their results and relate that to the overall objective of the project.  They have the knowledge to outline, organize and execute the details of projects where unusual or irregular procedural or technical problems arise.   

Additional Mandatory Skills:                                            

 

Physical Demands:

The work requires physical exertion such as bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, climbing ladders, or similar activities. The incumbent should be able to lift up to 40 pounds. Additionally, the work requires above average manual dexterity and coordination, necessary to perform common laboratory techniques and safely negotiate wet floors.

Work Environment:

A portion of the work is performed in an office setting with adequate lighting, heating and ventilation.  The majority is performed in Work is based at the Western Fisheries Research Center, Columbia River Research Laboratory located at the Corvallis, OR duty station. The incumbent is primarily office based, but travel for meetings is expected. The office is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. Occasional field work to support other teams may be required. Temperature and weather extremes and field work at night (on boats at times) may be encountered in the performance of outdoor work. Field and laboratory duties may require the use of special protective gear. The incumbent is expected to conduct duties in a safe and orderly manner so as not to endanger self, fellow coworkers, or property with which entrusted.

Are you passionate about the outdoors and ready to turn that passion into purpose? As a Conservation Officer with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, you’ll have a career unlike any other — you’ll turn that passion into a meaningful career—safeguarding Idaho’s diverse wildlife, upholding natural resource laws, and serving communities across some of the most scenic landscapes in the country.

IDFG Conservation Officers are law enforcement professionals, biologists, and public educators all in one. You’ll patrol mountains, rivers, deserts, and forests using a variety of tools — from horses to jet boats — to enforce laws, prevent poaching, support wildlife research, and build community relationships.

No two days are ever the same. One day you might be investigating wildlife crime, and the next you could be gathering data to assist with a wildlife study, or speaking to a classroom about conservation.

The individuals we are looking for to fill these positions are ideally those who are:

Assignments are made based on departmental needs and can be anywhere in the state. Most areas are remote, wild, and beautiful — the kind of places others only visit on vacation. Once placed, transfers are generally not considered for the first two years.

At IDFG, we believe in balancing hard work with personal well-being. Our team is passionate about our mission:

We value creativity, integrity, and public service. Whether you’re on patrol, helping a young hunter learn the rules, or collecting data for a wildlife study, your work matters — today, and for generations to come.

Successful candidates must pass the following:

To learn more about becoming an IDFG Conservation Officer and the Department, please see the following:

If you’re ready for a career that combines purpose, adventure, and impact, apply to become an Idaho Fish and Game Conservation Officer today.

How to Apply:

Please apply online at the following URL.

URL:
Conservation Officer in Statewide, Idaho, United States (https://statecareers.idaho.gov/jobs/16194408-conservation-officer) 

Additional Comments:

EEO/Veteran's Preference.

 

We are looking to hire a qualified wildlife technician to assist a graduate student conducting a study looking into the impacts of epizootic hemorrhagic disease on white-tailed deer. This candidate will a) assist in the deployment and management of camera traps across southeast Indiana, b) work independently to check/manage camera traps as needed and c) manage and analyze large amounts of image data. This project is funded by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and part of a cooperative effort with Michigan State University, Purdue University and Indiana Department of Natural Resources.

This position comes with no health benefits. Housing will be provided.

This position will run from Mid-August 2025 to Mid-February 2026. 

·        A high degree of professionalism (self-motivated, hard-working, detail-oriented)

·        Strong communication and interpersonal skills

·        Comfortable engaging with the public (required)

·        Ability to work independently in the field (required)

·        Camera trap experience (preferred)

·        Image tagging experience (preferred)

·        Ability to carry heavy equipment over challenging terrain (required)

·        Ability to work long or irregular hours outside in relatively rough terrain (required)

·        Able to work in buggy, hot, and snowy, cold, otherwise adverse natural environments (required)

·        Valid driver’s license and good driving skills (required)

 

Actively working on, or completed, B.S. in Biology or related field with a clear link to Ecology and/or Wildlife Biology (as evidenced by courses taken)

To apply, Use the MSU careers website and attach following documents by the application deadline:

●      Letter of interest detailing your research interests, career goals, and interest in the position

●      Curriculum Vitae

●      Contact information for 3 references

 

  

The Forester provides technical services directly to landowners who wish to manage forested land in northern St. Louis County along with the partner organizations that serve them. 

 

The District Forester is a regular, full-time position and may work at the Virginia, Minnesota office and remotely. Working hours will occasionally include evenings and weekends. 

 

Candidates who are DNR Plan Writer Certified, have a Master’s degree in forestry OR a Bachelor’s degree in forestry from a Society of American Foresters accredited program are strongly preferred. 

 

1.     Outreach

a.     Seeks out and provides education to citizens and landowners regarding the relationship between healthy forests and good water quality, both individually and in group settings

b.     Develops and maintains network of various contacts with partner agencies, consulting foresters and logging contractors

2.     Forestry plans

a.     Conducts field visits of private lands to evaluate wooded acreage and learn about the landowner’s desires for their property. Provides recommendations and options to the landowner(s). Advises and helps landowners implement Best Management Practices for woodland management with a focus on protecting and improving local water quality

3.     Connects landowners with funding

a.     Assist landowners enrolling in the Sustainable Forest Incentive Act (SFIA) and/or Property Tax Category 2C managed forest land.

b.     Assist landowners applying for DNR cost share.

c.      Assist landowners with other cost share and incentive programs, as they become available, such as USDA EQIP, Cooperative Weed Management Area (CWMA), Soil Health, and Watershed Based Implementation funding. 

4.     Layout and/or mark project areas for forestry-related conservation practices

5.     Use all available GIS and technical data to identify potential forestry program participants; develop accurate, thorough forest plans; and advise on current forestry issues, policies, and conditions.

6.     Lead annual tree/plant sale: recommend species, manage orders, update inventory, answer questions, coordinate tree delivery and sale pickup days, etc.

7.     Attend workshops, meetings, conventions, etc. to develop and enhance professional skills 

8.     Assist with a variety of plans, reports, and grants; tracks activities to achieve grant objectives; fulfills all reporting requirements

9.     Complete monthly report for the Board of Supervisors that summarizes the job-related activities and accomplishments since the previous board meeting

10.  Other duties as assigned

 

 

1.     Has good rapport with landowners and encourages sustainable forest management 

2.     Develops and maintains professional relationships with landowners, staff, partner agencies and funding sources

3.     Works with little direction, handles multiple projects and maintains a high level of productivity with integrity to accomplish job tasks  

4.     Documents work time in 15-minute increments by funding sources

5.     Ability to work outside in all weather, on rough terrain, and with biting insects

6.     Ability to lift up to 20 pounds on a regular basis; occasionally may need to lift more than that

7.     Ability to pass criminal background check(s)

8.     Maintains valid Driver’s License with clean driving record or has ability to get to various locations with reliable transportation

9.     Has and maintains or can obtain Job Approval Authority for relevant forestry practices through USDA NRCS and Minnesota Board of Water & Soil Resources (BWSR)

10.  Has or can obtain woodland stewardship plan writer certification from the MN DNR. Maintains sufficient continuing education credits for recertification.

·        Bachelor’s degree in forestry or natural resources field OR equivalent experience. Extensive knowledge of forest stand improvement and management practices and plans. Utilizes forest inventory protocols and tools to assess and devise forest management practices to include in forest management plans. Knowledgeable about forest insects, diseases, and invasive species of the upper Midwest, including diagnosis and treatment.

·        Familiarity with federal and state landowner incentive programs.

·        Computer skills that include Microsoft Office suite of programs, ArcGIS, Web Soil Survey, other mapping programs and data systems etc.

·        Strong written and oral communication skills

·        Works well independently and with a team

 

·        Has current USDA NRCS Job Approval Authority in multiple forestry practices

·        Has current MN DNR woodland stewardship plan writer status

·        Master’s degree in forestry from any university or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry from a Society of American Foresters accredited forestry program

This position is under the direct supervision of the Conservation Manager and will work closely with the Regional Farm Bill Foresters. 

 

OVERTIME STATUS 

This position is classified as a non-exempt employee and as a result is eligible to earn overtime after 40 hours worked in a week.  

 

 

HOURS, WAGE & BENEFITS:  

This 40-hour per week position has an anticipated wage of $25.50 per hour. Current benefits include: a $1200 monthly cash stipend which can be used to 1) purchase health/dental/life insurances, 2) contribute to a medical savings account and/or 3) taken as taxable income; a Section 125 Cafeteria plan; 401(a) tax-deferred retirement through Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) with employer match; voluntary deferred compensation plan (457(b)); paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), Work from the office and at home. Flexible scheduling.  

 

VETERANS PREFERENCE POINTS: 

The SWCD gives veterans preference points to eligible applicants during the screening process. Please include a copy of your DD214 if you are applying for Veteran’s preference points.  

 

E-mail RESUME, COVER LETTER & DD214, if applicable, to: 

Miranda Frenning, Accounting & Human Resources Specialist  

North St. Louis Soil & Water Conservation District                                                       miranda@nslswcd.org 

Please title the subject as: District Forester 

 

ANTICIPATED TIMELINE:  

Apply By – 6/15/25, at 11:59PM CST 

Interviews – 6/26/25 

Start date – As soon as mutually agreed  

 

 

DATA PRIVACY:  

Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13 requires that you be informed of the following about private data requested in the application process. Name, home address, telephone numbers, and email address are used to identify you and to contact you about potential job opportunities. If your name is not provided, we won’t be able to process your application. If your contact information is not provided, we will not be able to contact you and may reject your application. If you are a finalist for a vacancy, your name becomes public data and is available to anyone.  

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law. North St. Louis Soil & Water Conservation District is an equal opportunity and veteran friendly employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the SWCD may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application and selection process and upon employment.  

 

You are not legally required to provide any of the private data listed above. SWCD employees and board supervisors involved in the selection process may have access to your private data if their work assignments reasonably require access. Others who may legally access the above data are individuals or agencies to whom we are required to release the data by law, rule, or court order.  

How to Apply:

Please apply online at the URL listed below.

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