Field Biologist: Invasive Ungulate Removal

American Conservation Experience; La Joya (NM); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

American Conservation Experience, in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, seeks one member to support invasive ungulate removal and biological monitoring at Sevilleta NWR in New Mexico.

You will inventory populations of cattle, horses, and oryx, plan removal, and assist with fence work and habitat restoration. The role emphasizes professional development, NEPA process leadership, and collaboration with multiple agencies, with a typical schedule Mon–Fri, indoors and outdoors, in

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the United States.
• 21+ to drive due to ACE insurance and liability requirements.
• Ability to work outdoors and in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Remove invasive ungulate species from Sevilleta NWR and plan re-invasion prevention.
• Lead NEPA compliance and coordinate with land managers (Bureau of Land Management, NM Game & Fish, ranchers).
• Construct or repair perimeter fences and design exclosures to exclude invasives.
• Assist with habitat restoration and invasive plant control on restoration sites.
• Support the refuge's biological program and gain exposure to land-management agencies.

Skills

Biological sciences knowledge

Fence construction

NEPA process

Wildlife management

Invasive ungulates knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences

Job description

American Conservation Experience, in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, seeks one member to support invasive ungulate removal and biological monitoring at Sevilleta NWR in New Mexico.

You will inventory populations of cattle, horses, and oryx, plan removal, and assist with fence work and habitat restoration. The role emphasizes professional development, NEPA process leadership, and collaboration with multiple agencies, with a typical schedule Mon–Fri, indoors and outdoors, in