Ecologist - Field Research & Habitat Conservation

State of Arkansas; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 59,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Arkansas is seeking an Ecologist at entry level to conduct field surveys, collect data, and analyze ecological patterns to support conservation of Arkansas' ecosystems.

You will assist with monitoring wildlife, habitat health, and environmental impacts while coordinating with senior ecologists and managers in a government setting. This position offers on-site work in Arkansas and opportunities to contribute to state environmental programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in ecology, environmental science, biology, or a related field.
• Experience or coursework in environmental evaluation and control is preferred.
• Ability to collect, analyze field data and interpret ecological patterns.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys to collect ecological data on species and habitats.
• Analyze data and prepare reports for supervisors and stakeholders.
• Develop and support conservation programs and monitoring protocols.
• Map habitat distribution using GIS and assess environmental impacts.

Skills

GIS analysis

Field data collection

Data analysis

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology, or closely related field

Tools

GIS software

GPS

Job description

State of Arkansas is seeking an Ecologist at entry level to conduct field surveys, collect data, and analyze ecological patterns to support conservation of Arkansas' ecosystems.

You will assist with monitoring wildlife, habitat health, and environmental impacts while coordinating with senior ecologists and managers in a government setting. This position offers on-site work in Arkansas and opportunities to contribute to state environmental programs.