Ecological Restoration Coordinator - Helene Project

North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission; Wake Forest (NC); Remote; USD 64,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking a Conservation Biologist II to lead reviews of habitat and wildlife resources on forest restoration projects in western NC. The non-supervisory, time-limited role focuses on coordinating environmental reviews under a 10‑year Good Neighbor Agreement and prioritizing Hurricane Helene recovery work.

The position is home-based with field duties, requires a strong background in fisheries or wildlife science, and offers a recruitment range of

Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles and practices of fisheries or wildlife science, management, or conservation biology.
• Ability to identify fish and wildlife species of the State, their habits and habitats.
• Ability to present and review technical information both in writing and orally.
• Experience establishing and maintaining professional working relationships with biologists, partners, stakeholders, and the public.
• Experience conducting fieldwork and site visits and handling field sampling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate reviews on proposed infrastructure and restoration projects on Pisgah and Nantahala national forests.
• Assist with prioritization of Hurricane Helene-related projects and ensure timely reviews.
• Maintain consistent working relationships with partners, stakeholders, and agency staff.
• Evaluate project impacts on wildlife resources such as habitat, streams, wetlands, and riparian areas.

Skills

Knowledge of fisheries wildlifescience

Wildlife species identification

Technical writing & oral communication

Stakeholder relationship management

Fieldwork & site visits

Education

Bachelor's degree in wildlife or fisheries management, fisheries science, zoology, or related bioscience

Job description

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking a Conservation Biologist II to lead reviews of habitat and wildlife resources on forest restoration projects in western NC. The non-supervisory, time-limited role focuses on coordinating environmental reviews under a 10‑year Good Neighbor Agreement and prioritizing Hurricane Helene recovery work.

The position is home-based with field duties, requires a strong background in fisheries or wildlife science, and offers a recruitment range of