Natural Resources Job Board

Mount Hood Environmental is seeking a motivated Habitat Restoration Project
Manager to join our interdisciplinary team and support the development,
coordination, and implementation of stream restoration projects in the Upper
Salmon River Basin of central Idaho. This includes, but is not limited to, grant
writing, landowner outreach, project development, review of project designs,
coordination and collaboration with regional partners and clients, permitting,
construction oversight, project management, budget tracking, report writing, and
monitoring efforts. Workload is expected to be approximately 80% focused on
restoration project development, coordination, and implementation, with the
remaining 20% dedicated to monitoring and other tasks, depending on project
needs and the candidate’s skills.

The selected candidate would preferably possess strong interpersonal and
leadership skills, excellent verbal and written communication, effectively work on a
team and independently, and be familiar with fisheries in the Pacific Northwest.

 

 

 

 

LOCATION:
Salmon, Idaho. This position will require a high degree of coordination and
collaboration with regional partners and landowners. The employee will be
expected to work from the MHE Salmon office or in the field an average of three
days per week, with the option to work remotely when appropriate.

 

ABOUT US:
MHE is a multi-disciplinary contract research and aquatic services company
specializing in fisheries, environmental chemistry, water quality/quantity, ecology,
and habitat restoration. We provide applied research, monitoring, statistical
analysis, and habitat restoration services. We deliver holistic, cost-effective, data-driven projects and products that help clients achieve their objectives to manage and conserve aquatic resources.

 

Habitat Restoration: For more than fifteen years, MHE staff have been
implementing stream restoration projects and conducting research and
monitoring in the upper Salmon River region. Over this time, we have built
strong relationships with local landowners, funding and regulatory agencies,
engineers, and contractors, while establishing a proven track record of
delivering high-quality projects across multiple watersheds. MHE also plays a
key role in the region’s restoration research and monitoring, evaluating how
restoration influences habitat capacity and watershed population dynamics in
collaboration with state, federal, tribal, and academic partners.

 

Fisheries: MHE fisheries scientists have conducted studies in watersheds
throughout the Pacific Northwest and California that include data collection and
analysis projects for various salmonids and non-salmonid species. We are well-
versed in population dynamics modeling, instream flow studies, fish abundance
and survival estimation, dam passage and migration behavior evaluations, and
stream habitat assessments. We also specialize in applied genetics including
stock identification, genetic tagging, and effective population size monitoring to
track individuals and monitor populations. Additionally, we have extensive
experience working with engineers and geomorphologists to design stream
restoration projects to maximize benefits to salmonid species.

 

Toxicology & Water Quality: MHE’s scientists are experienced with aquatic and
terrestrial toxicological risk assessments and monitoring. Data collection,
synthesis of existing data, and literature review are used to inform operational
or compliance concerns related to agriculture, forestry, and industrial practices.
Our laboratory diagnostics include various capabilities in toxicity testing and
rapid nutrient quantification as well as third-party chemical analysis in
accordance with EPA standards.

 

Technical Services: MHE staff design statistically robust studies and bring
expertise in meta-analyses, parametric and non-parametric methods, Bayesian
statistics, AI modeling, population and life-cycle modeling, and spatial data
analysis. We also deliver advanced analytical solutions leveraging Amazon Web
Services, R, Python, Shiny, ESRI products, photogrammetry, and other advanced
computing tools and software.

 

Regulatory Process: MHE scientists are experienced with ESA consultations,
Biological Assessments, and Habitat Conservation Plans. We have a deep
understanding of the regulatory processes and have supported agency and
private sector clients through numerous ESA consultations with emphasis on
designing Biological Effects Analyses.

TO APPLY: Please send cover letter, CV, three references, and a writing example to info@mthoodenvironmental.com

Founded in 1935, the North Dakota Wildlife Federation (NDWF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of wildlife, habitat, and access for North Dakota’s hunters, anglers, and other outdoor users. The North Dakota Wildlife Federation has a growing staff that works to support several thousand members around North Dakota and the nation, as well as a network of affiliated organizations around the state. Essential Functions The Eastern North Dakota Conservation Specialist will implement outreach and communications activities to support NDWF’s statewide operations, including priority conservation habitat work, membership and affiliate club development, and in collaboration with other staff, develop outreach materials, procure and manage content for the organization’s social media and website, and plan and implement outreach events. The position will also provide support for NDWF’s outreach and conservation campaign activities, including NWF’s Certified Wildlife Habitat.

Major Duties
●  Develop trusted relationships with area sportsmen clubs, farmers and ranchers
●  Organize and publicize events to support membership and affiliate club development in Eastern North Dakota.
●  Advocate and organize around the long-term habitat  protection, fish and wildlife conservation, and public access improvement in the Red River Valley and Drift Prairie. ●  Development and implementation of long-term habitat protection strategies with private landowners interested in implementing conservation practices on their farm.
●  Oversee, implement, and manage NDWF’s Eastern North Dakota’s habitat projects, including: coordinate project activities, secure funding partnerships, develop contracts, prepare reports, provide briefings to public and private entities, issue news releases and prepare other documents announcing and promoting the Federation’s projects.
●  Preparation of project agreements, maps, and GIS support material to carry out elements of Federation habitat projects
●  Work with Conservation Director, Executive Director, Board members, and other conservation groups involved in natural resource planning at local, state, regional, and national levels.
●  In consultation with the Conservation Director, develop compelling outreach materials, including fact sheets, brochures, and other outreach materials on priority issues. ●  Participate in regular staff meetings and other activities to keep colleagues up to date on habitat projects, membership development, and grassroots mobilization activities.
●  Other miscellaneous tasks as assigned.

Qualifications
●  Experience in grassroots organizing, conservation and habitat project development, and data management. 
●  Knowledge and experience in the theory, principles, and methods of wildlife management and landscape level conservation. 
●  Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills. 
●  Skill in the use of standard office software. 
●  Commitment to building a diverse and inclusive grassroots organization. 
●  Ability to organize workload, manage time, and work independently to meet organizational objectives and deadlines. 
●  Ability to work in a collaborative environment and share work with other staff. 
●  Enthusiasm for fish and wildlife conservation and the promotion of hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation. 
●  Ability to work collaboratively with other conservation groups and community partners. 

Antioch University is offering partial scholarships and work study positions, if you enroll in the Environmental Studies Master’s program, and is accepting applications to start your MS degree during the spring semester (January) of 2026. MS Concentrations include Conservation Biology, Environmental Education, Advocacy for Social Justice and Sustainability, and several others. In Conservation Biology, students focus on gaining quantitative (GIS and statistics), writing, and ecological field skills. Students also gain experience with community engagement, social justice, and applied research and service. 

Students can earn their graduate degree with either face-to-face classes at the Antioch University New England campus in Keene, NH, USA, or fully online classes (that can be taken from anywhere) which are offered each semester, or with a mixture of the two. Ecological field trip classes (intensive 1-2 week trips to destinations abroad and in-country) are also available for all students. All classes are just 1-2 days a week, making this a viable program for environmental professionals working part or full-time. Our programs are student-centered, flexible, and tailored to meet your individual needs, learning style, and location.

Students often work with Antioch faculty in our existing research programs. Specifically in our Conservation Biology concentration, we have expertise in vertebrate ecology (e.g., birds, snakes), invertebrate ecology (e.g., estuarine invertebrates, insects), tropical ecology, forest ecology, alpine ecology, marine ecology, and coastal restoration. In some cases, faculty may have extramural funding to support students in seasonal field and lab positions, including research in New England and in the Caribbean. Students who are eligible for US federal work-study can also work part time in various on-campus work-study positions, including Graduate Teaching and Research Assistantships and various positions in our numerous campus centers (e.g., Institute for International Conservation, Spatial Analysis Lab). However, you need to be accepted and taking classes as a graduate student to be eligible for these work-study positions. Students at Antioch generally pay for at least part of their own tuition, but we offer numerous university-wide grants and scholarships, which can help defray tuition costs, and which are detailed here: https://www.antioch.edu/admission-aid/financial-aid/scholarships-and-grants/ . We also work with students to help them apply for external scholarships, fellowships, and research-focused grants.

Join our tight-knit community as we strive to advance social and environmental justice, conserve biodiversity, and mitigate climate change as a department and as a university! For more information about our programs, visit our webpages (https://www.antioch.edu/academics/program-finder?_sft_focus=environmental-studies-sustainability ,  https://www.antioch.edu/academics/environmental-studies-sustainability/environmental-studies-ms/conservation-biology-es-ms/ ) or contact Melissa Baptiste, Admissions Counselor, at mbaptiste (at) antioch.edu. 

 

 
SUPERVISOR: | Subterranean Specialist: Sarah Marquez
KEY RELATIONSHIPS:  | Subterranean Team, Habitat Protection & Restoration Program (HP&R) in the Conservation Department
FLSA STATUS: | Seasonal; Non-Exempt
RATE: | $20/hour (plus overtime pay)
CLOSING DATE: | November 7, 2025 (or until filled)
POSITION START DATE: | January 20, 2026
LOCATION: | Yuma, AZ

 

Bat Conservation International (BCI), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to ending bat extinctions worldwide, seeks 3-4 seasonal Subterranean Technicians to join BCI’s Conservation Department. This position will be based in Kofa National Wildlife Refuge for a 12-week season, starting January 20, 2025, with the possibility of extension. The Subterranean Technicians will work as part of the Subterranean Team in the Habitat Protection & Restoration Program. 

 

This position requires an experienced, highly motivated individual willing and able to conduct field work above and below ground safely, efficiently, and professionally in a variety of environments on lands managed by the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). The successful candidate will perform a variety of conservation activities that benefit bats and other wildlife that depend on subterranean habitat, with a primary focus on conducting surface inventory of abandoned mine lands (AML). AML inventory will occur in partnership with the USFWS to document all AML openings within the Kofa National Wildlife Refuge. Time permitting the season may also include project work at other sites as well as conducting internal surveys in abandoned mines to assess subterranean habitat quality and determine bat and other wildlife uses of these underground features. 

 

Additionally, this position may assist with project management duties including report writing, data and photo management, and other pre- and post-fieldwork tasks. On-the-job training will occur and opportunities for additional safety/medical certifications may be available. 

 

This is a seasonal, field-based position. The season will begin January 20, 2026 and is expected to last 12 weeks. Work weeks will generally be 40 hours in length, and occasional overtime pay may be incurred. Weekly and daily work schedules may vary, with potential for some workdays up to 12 hours in length. While this position is primarily field based, a small proportion of time will be spent on other duties, including gear and vehicle maintenance, data entry, and photo management. 

 

This position will be duty stationed near Yuma, AZ with project work occurring within Kofa National Wildlife Refuge. The field project will occur in remote, desert terrain and will require operating 4wd vehicles (on paved and unmaintained roads) and hiking long distances with heavy packs (containing project gear and personal supplies). Field work will require camping during the week, and housing will be provided by BCI for the duration of the season in a shared rental house, with private bedrooms for each crew member, and communal kitchens and bathrooms. All camping gear except a sleeping bag will be provided for the season and a gear stipend will be provided to purchase personal items that will be used throughout the season. Meals for workdays will be covered by BCI and travel expenses to and from Yuma will be covered at the beginning and end of the season, contingent upon the fulfillment of job obligations. 

·        Conducting Abandoned Mine Land (AML) inventory, focusing on identifying abandoned mines on the landscape and assessing hazards to human health and safety.

·        Potential to conduct biological surveys that focus on assessing abandoned mines and caves for bats and other wildlife. This is done primarily using internal (underground) surveys, following standardized BCI protocols.

·        Potential to assist with planning, managing, implementing, and reporting, to possibly include travel logistics, gear and vehicle maintenance, data and photo management, and communication of inventory data and results with BCI staff and project partners. 

·        Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a driving record that meets the organization’s insurability and fleet safety standards. A review of a candidate’s Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) will be conducted only after a conditional offer of employment has been extended, and continued employment will be contingent upon meeting these standards.

·        Interest in bats, wildlife, ecology, conservation, and working outdoors.

·        Demonstrated ability to work in remote environments, navigate off-trail, and follow field safety protocols. 

·        Demonstrated ability to safely and comfortably navigate in rough terrain, including vertical drops and steep scrambles, with a heavy (~30 lb.) backpack.

·        Open and enthusiastic about camping and living in small-team settings, while cooperating to pursue shared project goals and objectives. 

·        Familiarity with basic computer operating systems/software and digital data entry using tablets or smart phones. 

·        Knowledge of the scientific process, survey methods, and field techniques.  

•       Experience in technical ropework disciplines such as caving, climbing, canyoneering, mountaineering, etc. 

•       Knowledge of surface and underground abandoned mine hazards and hard rock mining history. 

•       Experience and knowledge in 4wd off-road driving. 

•       Certifications in first aid, CPR, and wilderness medicine. 

•       2-3 years of pertinent experience in biology, wildlife management, natural resource management, environmental science, or a similar field. 

·        Are comfortable in small, intimate team environments.

·        Enjoy working hard outside, under trying physical conditions. 

·        Are safety conscious and a strong communicator.

·        Want to contribute to positive social and environmental impact.

BCI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At BCI, we believe that our strength comes from bringing together people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and that these viewpoints are critical to our mission and success. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to contribute fully. This commitment is at the heart of how we work – within our teams, alongside our partners, and in the communities we serve through our bat conservation efforts.

 

 

Interested individuals should submit their resume and short personal story (1 page or less) that addresses the following:

§  Based on our job posting, why are you interested in this position and how do you see yourself adding value to this role and our organization? 

 

Job announcement will be open through November 7th, 2025 or until the position is filled. Interviews will take place in late-October or in November, with a start date of January 20, 2026. 

 

https://1.adp.com/TnzKh8ShUd2 

 We are recruiting a PhD student to join our lab for an exciting project based at the Grand Portage Indian Reservation, where moose (Alces alces) are an ecologically and culturally important species for the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. 

The student will investigate mineral licks as potential hotspots of meningeal worm (Parelaphostrongylus tenuis) transmission between white-tailed deer and moose, focusing on the role of terrestrial gastropods that may be concentrated in these areas. The project integrates fieldwork in collaboration with the Grand Portage community and molecular methods to detect parasite infections in gastropods. 

Research Focus 

Desired Background
We are looking for candidates who are:
 

 

Qualifications
 

 

Application Instructions

To apply, please send the following to Dr. Bill Severud (william.severud@sdstate.edu) and Dr. Seth Moore (samoore@boreal.org):
 

Review of applications will begin now and continue until the position is filled.
 
 

General Description
The Biological Monitor will be a full-time, hourly employee providing construction monitoring and natural resources survey support for a project in San Diego, California near the US/Mexico border. The Biological Monitor must be knowledgeable of the southwest border region and qualified to identify sensitive natural resources, perform nest surveys during bird nesting season, and mark any areas for avoidance or buffer zones.  

Compensation:           $30-35/hour (plus overtime pay, full company benefits, and use of company vehicle)
Start Date:                   Anticipated – 21 October 2025

Duration:                     Anticipated - 24 months

Specific Responsibilities
The Biological Monitor will conduct natural resources surveys, present environmental awareness training, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations including the Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and project-specific environmental obligations. Minor relocation activities of plant resources may be necessary. 

The Biological Monitor will provide daily Natural Resource Monitoring Reports. On a weekly basis, the Biological Monitor will provide Weekly Natural Resource Monitoring Summary Reports inclusive of the daily reports and providing information about sensitive resource information, location (GPS coordinates, GIS file and Maps), and photographs.

Monitoring will occur at specific days/times to be determined through close coordination with the project team. Monitoring and survey work could occur up to 10-hour per workday for up to 6 days per week.

·         B.A. or B.S degree in an environmental field. Master’s Degree preferred
·         Minimum of two years of project experience providing construction monitoring support in the southwest border region within the field of environmental compliance, 
          biological, and/or natural resources 
·         Positive references from industry or government for previous monitoring duties must be provided
·         Familiarly with the project area or similar environs and knowledge of habitat and wildlife species (common, special status, endangered, threatened, etc.) near the 
           project area 
·         Possess a smartphone and/or smart tablet and be capable of completing digital datasheets and using ArcGIS Field Maps and Survey123
·         Ability to pass a background check and obtain government security clearance
·         Valid US Driver's License
·         Valid State Social Security Number or Alien Registration Number

Title:                    Great Lakes Public Lands Manager

Supervisor:     Great Lakes Regional Director

Location:            TBD; Must be located within ABC’s Great Lakes Region 

Salary:                 Estimated at $89,000*; Based on experience

This is a full-time position with American Bird Conservancy (ABC). American Bird Conservancy is a fast-growing, results-focused nonprofit seeking employees with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to make a difference for birds and their habitats throughout the Americas. Inspired by the wonder of birds, ABC achieves lasting results for the bird species most in need while also benefiting human communities, biodiversity, and the planet’s fragile climate.

American Bird Conservancy (ABC) is the Western Hemisphere's bird conservation specialist. ABC is the only organization with a single and steadfast commitment to achieving conservation results for birds and their habitats throughout the Americas. With an emphasis on achieving results and working in partnership, we take on the greatest problems facing birds today, innovating and building on rapid advancements in science to halt extinctions, protect habitats, eliminate threats and build capacity for bird conservation. We are currently looking for a motivated, self-starting and detail-oriented individual with forestry and wildlife habitat program and project management experience to join our Great Lakes Team.

The Great Lakes Public Lands Manager (Manager) will lead ABC’s Great Lakes and Northeast Public Lands Program to design and implement habitat management strategies for focal bird species by working directly with natural resource partners. The Manager will primarily work to advance landscape-oriented bird conservation initiatives and partnerships to implement science-based best management practices on public lands throughout the Great Lakes Region. The Manager works closely with county, state, tribal, federal, and NGO natural resource partners to implement habitat conservation strategies and design programmatic goals for focal species of greatest conservation need.

 

American Bird Conservancy fosters a mission-driven, collaborative, and supportive workplace where staff are respected, empowered, and connected by a shared purpose. ABC offers strong benefits, a 35-hour work week, generous leave policies, and flexible, remote-friendly work arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance.

Please apply online at Paylocity.

If you have any difficulties uploading your resume and cover letter, then please send them as ONE document to HR@abcbirds.org

 

SEASONAL RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (7) needed for monitoring of Red-cockaded Woodpeckers, Florida Grasshopper Sparrows, and other ground-nesting birds at Avon Park Air Force Range and DeLuca Preserve in south-central Florida. These positions are seasonal, four-month appointments with likely extension through the end of August based on project needs and performance.

COMPENSATION:

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Two assistants needed starting March 9, 2026. Primary duties include finding and monitoring Florida Grasshopper Sparrow (FGSP) nests, conducting point count surveys, reading color bands, installing predator exclusion equipment, conducting habitat surveys, and treating invasive fire ants. Competitive applicants will have experience:

 

Four assistants needed starting March 9, 2026 (2 at Avon Park Air Force Range and 2 at DeLuca Preserve). Primary duties include conducting habitat surveys, conducting point count surveys, breeding index surveys, reading color bands, surveying for and treating invasive fire ants, and assisting with Florida Grasshopper Sparrow conservation actions (outlined above). Competitive applicants will have experience: 

One assistant needed starting March 9, 2026. Primary duties include identifying birds by reading color bands, monitoring cavities and nest attempts using peeper cameras, assisting with banding nestlings and adults, performing cavity maintenance activities (which involves climbing Swedish ladders up to 30 ft. high), conducting habitat assessments, and entering and managing data. Competitive applicants will have experience:

ABOUT US:

Archbold Biological Station is a renowned scientific research and conservation non-profit located in south-central Florida. These positions are associated with Archbold Biological Station’s Conservation Science of Military Lands Program, headed by Dr. Todd Jones. Archbold researchers have been studying and conserving endangered species at the Avon Park Air Force Range since 1993. Avon Park Air Force Range is a 106,000-acre military installation that protects some of the best examples of native habitats in the region. DeLuca Preserve is a 27,000-acre Conservation Easement and working cattle ranch managed by Ducks Unlimited and the University of Florida located within the Avon Park Air Force Range Sentinel Landscape (learn more) near Kenansville, FL. 

Technicians’ work will support the Conservation Science of Military Landscapes program’s mission of combining research, monitoring, and applied conservation to inform management of and conserve threatened, endangered, and at-risk species (e.g., Florida Grasshopper Sparrow, Florida Scrub-Jay, and Red-cockaded Woodpecker). Technicians will primarily assist with field research for their assigned project, with opportunities (time-allowing) to assist on other projects within the program and with collaborators from other programs and agencies (ie Florida Bonneted Bat emergence surveys with USFWS).

For more information about our program see our lab website: https://archbold-station.org/programs/conservation-of-military-landscapes/

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Applicants can apply via Archbold’s careers portal. Applicants will be asked to upload a one-page cover letter, resume or CV, and contact information for at least three references as a single pdf titled with the applicant’s surname. Cover letters should link the applicant’s experience to the job responsibilities and qualifications, highlighting relevant experience from their CV. The deadline to apply is November 2. Questions can be directed to Mary Marine (mmarine@archbold-station.org). 

 TENURE TRACK FACULTY POSITION IN BEHAVIORAL ECOLOGY 

SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES 

ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY 

 

The School of Biological Sciences at Illinois State University in Normal, IL (https://biology.illinoisstate.edu/) invites applications for a nine-month tenure-track position in BEHAVIORAL ECOLOGY at the level of Assistant Professor. We seek candidates whose research addresses how the environment drives animal behavior across ecological and evolutionary scales and can synergize with existing programs in the school. Successful candidates are expected to establish a rigorous, nationally recognized, and extramurally funded research program. Research programs should include undergraduate and graduate students, and our new colleague should be an active mentor to both of these student populations. They should be able to contribute to an undergraduate ecology course and ethology at the graduate level, with the potential to contribute to undergraduate animal behavior or organismal courses. 

The University and the School of Biological Sciences are committed to fostering an environment that promotes the success of faculty, staff, and students to enrich the scholarly experiences for the ISU campus and greater community. Candidates that have broad experience working with a range of faculty, staff, and students, and a demonstrated commitment to fostering a positive community are encouraged to apply. We are sensitive to the needs and invested in the success of dual career partnerships. 

The School of Biological Sciences comprises 21 tenure track faculty, 7 instructional faculty, approximately 65 graduate students (M.S. and Ph.D.), and approximately 685 undergraduate majors. We value research and teaching and offer a collegial environment fostering research collaboration among ecologists, conservation biologists, evolutionary biologists, cell and molecular biologists, physiologists, and neuroscientists. We also offer opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations within the college or the university. The School of Biological Sciences features several cutting-edge shared facilities, including a confocal and live-cell imaging center, flow cytometry, vertebrate and aquatic animal housing, and greenhouses. 

A Ph.D. in the specific field of biology or a closely related field and relevant post-doctoral experience are required. State law mandates demonstrable oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement of this position. Salary is $80,000-$88,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefits package is included. 

University Benefit Highlights:
 - Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time
Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/ 

Please complete a faculty application for posting number 520844 at https://www.jobs.ilstu.edu. Applicants will be instructed to attach the following as separate pdf files: i) a cover letter, ii) curriculum vitae, iii) a two-page research statement, iv) a two-page teaching statement including information on how you would work with and motivate a broad range of students, v) a combined file of three representative publications, and vi) names and e-mail addresses for three references. Review of applications will begin on November 10, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Intended start date is August 16, 2026. Questions about the search should be directed to Dr. Ben Sadd (bmsadd@ilstu.edu). 

 

Illinois State University, IllinoisState.edu, was founded in 1857 as Illinois’ first public university. We enroll approximately 21,000 students in six colleges. Our new strategic plan, Excellence by Design: 2024-2029, lists our seven core values: Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity, Diversity, Access, and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. By acting on these values, we create a learning environment that results in our university being the first-choice public university in Illinois for high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large university. Learn more about Illinois State’s Metrics of Excellence at IllinoisState.edu/PointsofPride. 

 

Bloomington-Normal Community: Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, with a metro population of approximately 172,000. The community is also home to Illinois Wesleyan University, Heartland Community College, St. Joseph Medical Center, Carle BroMenn Medical Center, COUNTRY Financial, State Farm Insurance’s International Headquarters, Central Illinois Regional Airport, and electric truck manufacturer Rivian Motors. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems, and its citizens’ high level of educational attainment, as well as its parks and recreation, health care, vibrant fine arts scene, job growth, economic opportunity, historic sites, and low crime rates. Bloomington made Livability’s top 100 Best Places to Live (2024) and ranked No. 3 on College Values Online’s list of Best Small College Towns in America (2024). Bloomington-Normal is conveniently located about three hours from Indianapolis; two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis; and an hour from Peoria, Champaign-Urbana, Decatur, and Springfield. Many of these locations are accessible from Bloomington-Normal via Amtrak, which is located one block from Illinois State’s campus. For more information on our community, visit visitbn.org. 

 

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity employer.