Range Conservation Scientist

Odessachamber; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 58,656 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Quality insurance options

Relocation reimbursement

Education reimbursement

Clothing allowance

Job summary

A non-profit conservation organization is seeking a full-time Range Conservation Scientist in Carlsbad, NM, to manage and protect natural resources. Key responsibilities include developing grazing plans, conducting surveys, and collaborating with landowners and agencies. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Range Science and five years of relevant experience. The position offers a salary range of $58,656 - $90,000 annually, along with flexible schedules and various benefits including education reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of professional experience in rangeland management.
• Ability to perform strenuous fieldwork in variable and extreme conditions.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement grazing plans and rangeland improvement projects.
• Conduct vegetation and soil surveys and analyze range health conditions.
• Prepare technical reports and conservation plans.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of range ecology

Grazing management systems

Rangeland monitoring techniques

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Range Science or related field

Master’s degree in Range Science or related field (preferred)

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

Full-Time 40h/wk $58,656.00 to $90k/year Casual Attire

CEHMMa 501(c)3 non‑profit conservation and environmental services organization, isseeking a full-time Range Conservation Scientist to develop technical standardsand specifications to manage, improve, and protect natural resources tomaximize their use while safeguarding the environment. CEHMM provides practicaltechnical support in range research efforts and in the scientific management,protection, and development of grasslands and other range resources.

The Range Conservation Scientist position is a permanent full-time position locatedin Carlsbad, NM, reporting to the District I Conservation Project Manager. The RangeConservation Scientist will accomplish a wide variety of client needs includingbut not limited to:

• Develop, implement, and review grazing plans, rangelandimprovement projects, and habitat management practices
• Conduct vegetation, soil, and hydrology surveys; analyzerangeland health conditions
• Study forage plant communities, grazing patterns, andrangeland productivity
• Provide technical guidance to landowners and agencies ongrazing management, compliance, and range improvements
• Compile, analyze, and manage rangeland monitoring data;produce GIS-based maps
• Prepare technical reports, conservation plans, and researchsummaries
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and CEHMMprotocols
• Collaborate with federal and state agencies, ranchers, andindustry partners to improve rangeland health
• Provide technical support to project managers and otherconservation staff
• Other duties as assigned

Thesalary range for this position is $58,656 - $90,000 annually. CEHMM offers avery relaxed work environment with flexible schedules, competitivecompensation, benefits including 401K, quality insurance options, relocationreimbursement, education reimbursement, and clothing allowance.

Requirements

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Range Science, Rangeland Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a closely related field
• Minimumof five years of professional experience in rangeland management, grazingmanagement, or habitat conservation
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• Abilityto perform strenuous fieldwork in variable and extreme conditions

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Range Science, Rangeland Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a closely related field
• Over fiveyears of professional experience in range conservation, grazing systems,or natural resource management
• Proficiencywith ArcGIS Pro for mapping and data visualization
• Familiaritywith NEPA processes, permitting, or land management agreements
• Familiaritywith sensitive species conservation programs (e.g., candidate conservationagreements or habitat conservation plans)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Required

• Advancedknowledge of range ecology, grazing management systems, and rangelandmonitoring techniques
• Ability to develop and evaluate grazing plans and habitat improvement projects
• Proficiencyin technical writing for conservation plans and scientific reports
• Ability toconduct and analyze vegetation, soil, and rangeland condition surveys
• Ability towork independently, set priorities, and ensure accuracy in field andoffice tasks
• Strongcommunication skills for working effectively with landowners, agencies, and partner organizations

Preferred

• Proficiencywith ArcGIS for mapping and analysis
• Ability topresent technical findings to stakeholders, agencies, and professionalgroups
• Experiencementoring junior staff or field technicians