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ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

Join the Southern Plains Land Trust (SPLT) team as we strive to restore the American Serengeti in the southern Great Plains. SPLT is a nationally accredited land trust, and our mission is to protect and rewild a network of shortgrass prairie preserves, which ensure a future for all native animals and plants in our region. We currently protect more than 60,000 acres in our preserve network, and we are looking for a motivated Rangeland Rewilding Technician (May-November 2026; 6 months) to contribute to our ongoing rewilding efforts.  

In particular, SPLT is focused on rewilding the “Big Three” keystone species of the Southern Plains to our preserves: bison, black-tailed prairie dogs, and beaver. We currently have a conservation herd of 150 bison with Yellowstone genetics, more than 3,000 acres of prairie dogs that serve as a reintroduction site for the critically endangered black-footed ferret, and we are working to increase the regional beaver population through comprehensive riparian restoration. Additionally, we are building a research and conservation program focused on rare, threatened, and endangered (RT&E) species, which the Rewilding Field Tech will help to support.  

The Rangeland Rewilding Technician position will be supervised directly by and report to the SPLT Conservation Director. General duties will include (1) care and monitoring of the bison herd, (2) care and monitoring of the prairie dog colonies and reintroduced black-footed ferrets, (3) beaver surveys in riparian habitats across SPLT preserves, and (4) various RT&E monitoring projects.  

DUTIES: 

The majority of SPLT’s preserves are located just outside of Lamar, Colorado, and the field tech is expected to reside on Heartland Ranch Nature Preserve. Periodic travel to other preserves, out-of-town meetings, and conferences may be required. 

TIMEFRAME: May-November 2026 (6 months) 

PAY: Hourly pay rate: $20 per hour 

BENEFITS: 

REQUIREMENTS: 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. 

To apply, send a resume, cover letter, and references to: Kieran Andreoni, Conservation Director, kieran@southernplains.org  

Description:  Primary duties include collecting baseline forest habitat data, cruising & marking timber to enhance wildlife habitat, and assisting with timber sale administration.  Other duties may involve invasive plant control and monitoring of wildlife and habitat responses to various forest management treatments.  A wide variety of wildlife management activities may also be incorporated depending upon refuge needs and objectives.

Eligibility:  Preferred applicants are natural resource students with an interest in habitat and enrolled in school (undergraduate, graduate program or recent graduates) or recent graduates.  Preference may be given to students having basic dendrology, forest mensuration and silvicultural knowledge or experience.  Wildlife students with an interest and understanding of forest ecology and management are encouraged to apply.

Location: Positions will be located on various National Wildlife Refuges in the Southeast region.  Potential Refuge locations may include (but not limited to):  Carolina Sandhills NWR in McBee, SC; St. Marks NWR in St. Marks, FL; Okeefenokee NWR in Folkston, GA; Piedmont  NWR in Round Oak, GA; Lower Suwanee NWR in Chiefland, FL; Noxubee NWR near Starkville, MS; and, Clarks River in Kentucky.
 
Duration:  Approximate duration will be 13 weeks between mid-May – mid August.  Start day may be flexible to accommodate students needing to complete the May forestry camp before beginning work.  Positions are full-time temporary requiring 40-hours work per week.  Students wishing to receive internship credit may need to complete an internship agreement or practicum agreement and enroll in the appropriate course.

 

Salary:  $15/hr

 

Benefits: Refuge housing (typically shared bunkhouse space) is frequently available and usually provided at no cost to the intern.

How to Apply:  Email cover letter, resume and references to:   Haven_Barnhill@fws.gov

Application Deadline – March 15 but positions will be filled as suitable applicants are identified.  Please do not delay in applying.

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, maintain, and coordinate Habitat and Enhancement Section shellfish and artificial reef functions as well as equipment on a coastwide basis. The main function of this position is to ensure completion of enhancement objectives by managing staff and resources consistent with the Division’s Strategic Plan. The Enhancement Programs Supervisor oversees multiple statewide work units performing work with a high degree of scope, diversity, and complexity. Individual work units managed have a variety of functions, including industrial vessel operations, heavy equipment crews, scientific sampling crews, SCUBA teams, bathymetric survey teams, maintenance staff, and project managers. Operational programs assigned to this position are the Shellfish Rehabilitation Program, Oyster Sanctuary Program, and Artificial Reef Program along with associated sampling programs. This position is responsible for staff in multiple Division offices statewide and at remote field sites, along with staff onboard vessels during remote overnight operations. Functionally, the Environmental Program Supervisor I oversee the enhancement side of the section.

 

This is an AmeriCorps position with Arizona Conservation Corps (AZCC), which is an AmeriCorps program of Conservation Legacy. The member selected for this position will be serving at the Red Rocks Ranger District as an AmeriCorps member with Arizona Conservation Corps, and completing service projects for Coconino National Forest. 

 

AZCC aims to continue the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps of the 1930's, and is focused on connecting youth, young adults, and recent era military veterans with communities and conservation service projects on public lands. AZCC operates programs across Arizona that engage individuals and strengthen communities through service and conservation. AZCC has program offices in Flagstaff, Tucson, and Phoenix. 

 

One of six National Forests in Arizona, the Coconino National Forest comprises 1.856-million acres in northern Arizona, with elevations ranging from 2,600 feet to the highest point in Arizona at 12,633 feet (Humphrey's Peak). Coconino National Forest contains a variety of landscapes, such as deserts, ponderosa pine forests, flatlands, mesas, alpine tundra, and ancient volcanic peaks. The forest surrounds the towns of Sedona and Flagstaff and contains all or parts of 10 designated wilderness areas.

 

Fossil Creek, one of two "Wild and Scenic" rivers in Arizona, seems to appear out of nowhere, gushing 20,000 gallons per minute out of a series of springs, known as Fossil Springs, at the bottom of a 1,600 foot deep canyon. Over the years these calcium laden waters have created massive deposits of travertine rock, which encases whatever happens to fall into the streambed, forming the “fossils” for which the area is named. Most people come to Fossil Creek to swim, wade, hike and birdwatch. The lushness of the riparian area strikes a sharp contrast to the brittle desert that surrounds it. Fossil Creek is a rare riparian area within an otherwise arid landscape. Many plants and wildlife depend on Fossil Creek for habitat, such as otters, beavers, leopard frogs, and common black hawks. Fossil Creek has a number of Dilzhé’é (Western Apache) cultural sites. The Dilzhé’é lived along Fossil Creek for generations and several families consider this to be their homeland.

Fossil Creek’s delicate and unique ecosystem has seen overuse in the past. With large numbers of visitors annually, a permit system is in place to balance the need for protection of this special landscape while also providing access to the public. Many people return to Fossil Creek every year, and rely on their experience there to connect to nature and spend time within a wilderness corridor. These summer positions make this needed experience possible, and greatly benefit the local and wider community in serving the public and the landscape.

Arizona Conservation Corps is partnering with the Coconino National Forest to offer two individual placement opportunities in the Fossil Creek Wild and Scenic River recreation area near Camp Verde, Arizona, working with the Forest’s Recreation Program. These positions will focus on maintaining and improving the quality of recreational opportunities on the Forest and will serve the local community and visiting public by ensuring visitors have safe, clean, and positive recreational opportunities and experiences.  To achieve this goal these positions will ensure recreation sites are maintained and improved while interacting positively with visitors to provide education on important Forest information, rules, and regulations.

 

The interns will be tasked with performing a variety of projects and activities in support of the Fossil Creek permit reservation system, as listed below. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in gaining meaningful work experience with a land management agency. The selected interns will be based out of the Verde Ranger District office in Camp Verde but will report to the Wild & Scenic Rivers Coordinator at the Red Rocks Ranger District in Sedona. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Potential exposure to wildlife such as rattlesnakes, bears, mountain lions, and stinging insects, exposure to pathogens due to cleaning restrooms/toilets/human waste/litter and garbage, working in a remote location, and exposure to extreme environmental conditions such as heat, sun, wind, and rain.

 

 

*To be eligible for a Public Lands Corps certificate, members must be between the ages of 18-30, or up to 35 if a military veteran, at the time the individual begins the term of service and must complete 640 service hours or more to qualify.

 

 

As an AmeriCorps member, performance will be evaluated on whether the member has completed the required number of hours, the member has satisfactorily completed assignments, and if the member has met other performance criteria that were clearly communicated at the beginning of the term of service.

 

Reporting requirements include, but are not limited to, bi-weekly timesheets and accomplishment tracking.

 

 

This position reports to Rebecca Miller with Coconino National Forest. 

 

 

To Apply:  

Please submit a resume and cover letter along with the online application at https://azcorps.org/ip-positions.

 

If you have questions, contact AZCC’s Individual Placement Coordinator Preston Sands at psands@conservationlegacy.org. 

 

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MEMANTA is a dream come true for german expat Daniela Berg who has, since 2021, received various interns and volunteers from all over Europe. Will you be next?

The program includes in-depth-training in basic field research methods, hands-on wildlife protection and sustainable living.

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Interns can expect the following duties:

You can also realize your own research project and we're happy to support you!

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We have no specific requirements. Everyone is welcome to join as we offer a full training as well as constant support and supervision on-site.

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Interns receive all needed certifications upon completion. The internship is perfect for young people desiring to work abroad in the fields of conservation, ecology and human-nature-interactions.

Interns pay 800 USD a month for their accommodation, food and free-time activities which are provided at the project site. 

 

Azura is seeking a coordinator/technician to support the maintenance of the small boat fleet and on-demand gear library of the Protected Species Division (PSD) of the NOAA Fisheries Northeast Fisheries Science Center (NEFSC). 

 

Background 

The PSD utilizes small boat platforms to accomplish a variety of mission goals, including on-water data collection for pinnipeds, sea turtles, and cetaceans. Small boat operations include activities such as satellite telemetry tagging, small animal capture, photo-ID, Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) operations, and water sampling. The small boat fleet includes platforms ranging from a 17-foot Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB) to 26-feet aluminum-hulled boats. The PSD requires assistance with maintenance and utilization of their small boat fleet, as well as assistance in preparing for and conducting field data collection from these platforms. This position will require familiarity with trailering, operating and maintaining small boats, as well as working with the local vessel operations coordinator (VOC) to facilitate appropriate training and record keeping. 

 

In addition, the PSD works extensively with the New England fishing community to test and operationalize new on-demand fishing equipment. This work involves the organization, hands-on maintenance, and inventory of an extensive on-demand “gear lending library” located in the shared NEFSC Net Loft Warehouse in Pocasset, MA. 

 

Place of Performance and Work Schedule 

This position will require the candidate to work on-site at the Woods Hole, MA facility and the Pocasset, MA facility. Some projects may require the candidate to spend time on the water supporting field data collection. Work is full-time (40 hours per week, Monday through Friday) and expected to last approximately one year with the possibility of an extension. During workdays, candidates must be able to respond to all communications within 24 hours and conduct calls and meetings as necessary during normal business hours. Long-distance travel may be required (1-2 trips / year). Visa sponsorship or relocation assistance is not provided; local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. 

 

Anticipated Start Date 

February 15, 2026. Start date is contingent upon successful completion of required security processing. 

 

 

Duties 

It is anticipated that the work for this position will be split evenly between the two primary tasks: small boat fleet maintenance and on-demand gear library maintenance. Responsibilities will include working with the PSD team to ensure the required maintenance, training, and field data collection activities are well-supported. The coordinator/technician may also assist with branch duties, such as records management, data entry, and data processing, as time allows and as needed. 

Small Boat Responsibilities: 

Gear Lending Library Responsibilities: 

 
Instructions

Thank you for applying. Azura Consulting LLC (Azura) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal or state law. We strongly encourage all qualified persons to apply for this position.

Review Process
This recruitment process can take several weeks. Once we narrow the applicants, we conduct virtual interviews with chosen applicants and make a final selection. The chosen candidate then undergoes a federal background investigation which often takes 6 to 16 weeks; the candidate either passes or fails based on NOAA's regulations. Contingent upon satisfactory completion of this investigation and United States work authorization verification, Azura will formally offer the position to the preferred applicant. If the applicant fails this investigation, the next applicant who meets the position's criteria will be contacted. Azura will notify all other applicants if they are not chosen for the position.

Please be advised that applicants will not receive an email confirmation upon submission. Azura kindly requests that candidates refrain from contacting the company to inquire about the status of their application. All applications will be reviewed and considered. Azura reserves the right to close job postings at any time once a sufficient number of qualified applicants has been identified.

About Azura
Azura is a woman-owned small business headquartered in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. We offer 'big city' resources with 'small town' customer service. Our primary consulting services are focused on natural resources, professional writing and editing, and educational outreach and communication. Please see our website for more information. www.azuraco.com

Brief Summary
Azura Consulting LLC is seeking a Small Boat Coordinator/Gear Library Technician to provide hands-on operational support to the Protected Species Division (PSD) of the NOAA Fisheries Northeast Fisheries Science Center (NEFSC). This full-time, on-site position is based in Woods Hole, MA and Pocasset, MA and supports small boat fleet operations, on-demand fishing gear management, and field data collection for marine species research and conservation efforts. The role is expected to last approximately one year, with the possibility of extension, and requires close coordination with NOAA personnel to ensure compliant, safe, and efficient marine operations.

Tyonek Tribal Conservation District (TTCD) is seeking seasonal Conservation Technician(s) to join our team! These positions will be working closely with the Senior Habitat Programs Director and Conservation Biologist to implement annual biological field tasks including invasive species management and monitoring, salmon population monitoring, water temperature monitoring, fish sampling, and habitat assessments. The ideal candidate has experience working outdoors, collecting biological data in Alaska, has Alaska plant and fish identification skills, and a team-oriented attitude while also thriving in the flexible, dynamic, and fast-paced environment of a growing and reflective nonprofit.   

 

This position will be based in either Anchorage or Tyonek and will involve travel to remote communities including Tyonek and Beluga for both day and overnight [multi-day] trips during the summer months. The Conservation Technician will gain valuable experience through exposure to the daily operation of a conservation nonprofit organization.

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 The Great Basin Institute is an interdisciplinary field studies organization that promotes environmental research, education, and service through the west. The Institute’s mission is to advance applied science and ecological literacy through community engagement and agency partnerships, supporting national parks, forest, open spaces and public lands. 

The Ecological Monitoring Program at GBI serves as an excellent professional development opportunity for natural resource professionals looking for experience in botanical, soil, and rangeland surveys. This program focuses on the collection of reliable and consistent quantitative data on the status, condition, and trend of natural resources on public lands. GBI Ecological Monitoring Program partners with the Bureau of Land Management to acquire these data by implementing the Assessment Inventory and Monitoring (AIM) Strategy, a national program that sets rigorous standards for data collection for use across jurisdictions and agencies. Data collected documents changes in resource condition over time and informs decision making at the landscape scale. 
 

GBI’s Ecological Monitoring Program is dedicated to providing college graduates and emerging professionals with hands-on survey, inventory, monitoring, and reporting experience in natural resource management. Extensive training and technical field skills development provides employees a unique opportunity to obtain valuable experience in executing monitoring protocols that will increase their employment success.  

 

This video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LciTBPG2-Ss&feature=youtu.be) highlights the national BLM AIM strategy for landscape-scale data capture across western states.  

 

GBI is recruiting Ecological Monitoring Soils and Vegetation Field Technicians to work with GBI and BLM staff. Each Field Tech will work with one other technician under the supervision of a Field Lead to characterize vegetation using the terrestrial AIM core methods. In some instances, Habitat Assessment Framework (HAF), and/or other supplemental protocols will be performed, for which training will be provided. Aside from core AIM sampling, any supplemental protocols implemented will vary by location.

 

Duties include following established field protocols to perform vegetation sampling and field data collection at new and existing sampling plots. Data will be used by resource specialists and land managers to inform decisions regarding land management at various temporal and spatial scales. During field work, car camping for 7 night “hitches” in remote locations will typically be required.

 

Field work will include:

 

Additional duties include:

 

Locations and timelines listed below are tentative, some with potential for extension. Crews will be based out of the Reno GBI Office but work in the following BLM Field Office (FO’s) areas:

 

 

Total approximate compensation: $4,332.40-$4,652.40/month before taxes, plus health insurance (monthly premiums fully paid by GBI) and paid time off.

 

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Benefits:

 

*Housing stipend is untaxed and can be used at the discretion of the applicant. Housing is not provided. Applicants must be able to provide their own lodging.

 

 

 

 

Please indicate your availability and location/project preferences in your cover letter when applying. Application review will continue until all positions are filled. We encourage applying early to gain the best chance of getting top-choice locations.

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as mutually agreed upon to meet the organization's ongoing needs.

NOTE: All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Disclaimer: Although the organization has attempted to accurately and thoroughly describe this position, GBI reserves the right to change the same, including to change, add to or subtract from the duties outlined, within the sole discretion of the organization, at any time, with or without advance notice. 

 

Job postings are removed from the RCUH Job Openings site once the recruitment process has ended.

Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), Mauna Kahalawai Watershed Partnership (MKWP), located in Wailuku/Lahaina Districts with offices in Lahaina, Hawai’i. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws. 

MONTHLY SALARY:  $3,788/Mon. 

DUTIES:  Serves as a Field Crew Leader for Mauna Kahalawai Watershed Partnership (MKWP) programs. Works as part of a team to serve the MKWP mission to reverse the negative trend of forest degradation caused by threats such as invasive species, human impacts, and wildfire. MKWP’s goal is to protect our forested watersheds, native ecosystems, and freshwater supply through collaborative forest management. Leads projects and teams involving the planning, building, inspecting, and maintaining of watershed protection fences. Conducts alien plant monitoring and control through approved methods (e.g., mechanical, chemical, etc.) and monitoring activities. Tracks animals using aerial surveys, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), and other potential surveillance technologies. Drives project vehicles to work sites and works in and around helicopters. Establishes and monitors transects to evaluate forest recovery and plant distribution. Keeps detailed records of activities, inputs data, and provides summaries and analysis of field data. Responsible for baseyard maintenance and maintaining project vehicles and equipment including proper storage of herbicides. Troubleshoots problems with gear/equipment and vehicles. Assists with scheduling, planning, and logistics for field operations. Assists with public relations activities and events, maintains good relationships with landowners, and helps develop the support of landowners and the public for watershed project. Performs duties related to habitat restoration and protection, including site preparation using chemical and mechanical methods, seed collection and processing, planting of native species and monitoring. 

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
EXPERIENCE: One to three (1-3) years of natural resource-related field experience or experience building game/ranch fences or combination of building/fabrication/ construction/related experience. Experience must be well-documented (include dates and hours per week) and paid.
KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of native Hawaiian flora and fauna and threats from alien species. Knowledge of identification and detection techniques for target species and identification of common native species. Knowledge of animal control, fence building and mechanical/chemical weed control techniques.
ABILITIES & SKILLS: Demonstrated ability in all field tasks associated with this job. Ability to construct, inspect, and repair fences. Demonstrated ability to navigate in remote areas with and without a Global Positioning System (GPS) unit. Mapmaking abilities using computer programs. Ability to work independently or with a team. Ability to make sound planning and logistical decisions. Excellent oral and written communication skills and great interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrated proficiency in following project’s administrative, operational, and safety protocols including proper use and storage of non-restricted pesticides and use and maintenance of project gear and equipment. Ability to accurately collect and store data for target species survey & control activities. Ability to appropriately explain project objectives to the public. Ability to work with small, mechanized equipment (chain saws, weed eaters, generators, power tools etc.) Ability to track and locate animals using surveillance technologies, compass, map, and Global Positioning System (GPS) hand-held units. Ability to use a computer to record technical field data, analyze field data using database and spreadsheet programs, and prepare draft reports. Must possess a valid driver’s license (and if use of personal vehicle on the job is required, must also have valid personal driver’s insurance equivalent to Hawai‘i’s No-Fault Driver’s Insurance) and maintain throughout the duration of employment. Must be able to drive a 4-wheel drive vehicle with manual transmission. Post Offer/Employment Condition: Must possess the American Red Cross Certification in First Aid/CPR and maintain certification throughout duration of employment. Must be able to complete chainsaw training within twelve (12) months of from date of hire. Must complete the online Hazard Communication training immediately after hire or no later than employee’s initial exposure to hazardous chemicals. Must be able to complete basic helicopter safety course (A100) and external load training (A219) within twelve (12) months from date of hire. Must be able to complete rappelling or fall protection training within twelve (12) months from date of hire.
PHYSICAL/MEDICAL DEMANDS: Able to conduct fieldwork in dense vegetation under difficult conditions (e.g., heat, rain, cold temperatures, poor footing). Ability to hike and camp in remote areas and rugged terrain under inclement weather conditions at high elevations (up to 5,788 feet), for up to four (4) consecutive days. Ability to backpack, lift, and carry up to forty (40) pounds unassisted. Must not be acrophobic (afraid of heights). Must be able to fly by helicopter to remote locations, hike, and rappel on or near vertical terrain.
POLICY/REGULATORY REQUIREMENT: As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies, procedures, and trainings and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawai‘i's and/or business entity's policies, procedures, and trainings.  Violation of RCUH's, UH's, or business entity's policies and/or procedures or applicable State or Federal laws and/or regulations may lead to disciplinary action (including, but not limited to possible termination of employment, personal fines, civil and/or criminal penalties, etc.). 

SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS:   
College coursework from an accredited college or university in biology, ecology, wildlife management, botany, or related field. Experience in hunting feral animals. Knowledge of hunting, trapping, or control techniques. Experience using Global Information System (GIS). Knowledge of native flora and fauna in Hawai‘i. Supervisory or leadership experience. Knowledge of identification and detection techniques for weed species and mechanical/chemical weed control techniques. Completion of all required Research Corporation of the University of Hawai‘i (RCUH), Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), and MKWP trainings and certifications or other agency/professional training equivalent.

INQUIRIES:  Chris Brosius 808-661-6600 (Maui). 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to https://www.rcuh.com/opportunities/job-openings/. You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) List of Professional References, 4) Copy of Degree(s)/Unofficial or Official Transcript(s)/Certificate(s). All online applications must be submitted/received by the closing date (11:59 P.M. Hawai‘i Standard Time/RCUH receipt time) as stated on the job posting. If you do not have access to our system and the closing date is imminent, please send additional documents to rcuh_recruitment@rcuh.com. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-7262 or (808)956-0872. Please visit https://www.rcuh.com/policies-forms-documents/benefits-at-a-glance.pdf for more information on RCUH’s Benefits for eligible employees.

RCUH’s mission is to support and enhance research, development and training in Hawai‘i, with a focus on the University of Hawai‘i.

RCUH is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, reproductive health decision, citizenship, gender identity or expression, domestic or sexual violence victim status, military/veteran status, or other grounds protected under applicable federal and state laws, except as permitted by law.