Private Lands Biologist: Habitat & Conservation Impact

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Virginia Tech seeks a Private Lands Biologist to act as a technical expert in wildlife habitat management and to support conservation on private and public lands across Virginia. The role involves independent work, partnerships, outreach, monitoring, and informing policy with habitat data.

The position emphasizes leadership, collaboration with NRCS/FSAs and guidance on habitat planning for diverse landowners, with a 40-hour work week and exempt status.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience evaluating wildlife habitat conditions and developing habitat management plans.
• Experience leading teams including mentoring, supervising, and planning.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision and diverse clientele.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as technical expert on wildlife habitat management.
• Evaluate habitat conditions and design improvements to benefit wildlife.
• Build partnerships to deliver conservation incentives (NRCS/FSAs etc.).
• Develop and conduct outreach programs for multiple audiences.

Conhecimentos

Team leadership

Communication

Independent work

Wildlife ecology knowledge

Habitat assessment

Formação

Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources

Ferramentas

Geospatial Information Systems

Descrição da vaga

Virginia Tech seeks a Private Lands Biologist to act as a technical expert in wildlife habitat management and to support conservation on private and public lands across Virginia. The role involves independent work, partnerships, outreach, monitoring, and informing policy with habitat data.

The position emphasizes leadership, collaboration with NRCS/FSAs and guidance on habitat planning for diverse landowners, with a 40-hour work week and exempt status.