Private Lands Biologist: Habitat Management & Conservation

Virginia Tech; Farmville (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Private Lands Biologist (PLB) at Virginia Tech evaluates wildlife habitat conditions and designs improvements to benefit terrestrial wildlife on private and public land across Virginia. The role builds partnerships to expand delivery of conservation incentives from USDA NRCS, USDA FSA, and state agencies.

You will work independently, lead teams, and develop habitat management plans; you will conduct outreach for diverse audiences and participate in scientific monitoring to assess program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources or equivalent 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.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate wildlife habitat conditions and design habitat improvements.
• Build partnerships to increase delivery of conservation incentives programs.
• Develop and implement outreach for multiple audiences.
• Participate in scientific monitoring to evaluate program effectiveness.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Team leadership

Habitat evaluation

Habitat management plans

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources

Tools

NRCS software

GIS

Job description

The Private Lands Biologist (PLB) at Virginia Tech evaluates wildlife habitat conditions and designs improvements to benefit terrestrial wildlife on private and public land across Virginia. The role builds partnerships to expand delivery of conservation incentives from USDA NRCS, USDA FSA, and state agencies.

You will work independently, lead teams, and develop habitat management plans; you will conduct outreach for diverse audiences and participate in scientific monitoring to assess program