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Monday, June 27, 2022
Master of Extension Education Open House
Bat ecology technician
Seasonal Technician- Tri-colored Bat Ecology- Clemson University
Start/End- 09/01/2022-11/01/2022 (Dates are approximate)
Deadline for applications- 07/18/2022 (applications reviewed upon submission)
Salary- $13/hr without housing
Job Description- The Clemson University Wildlife and Fisheries Program is seeking one seasonal technician to assist a graduate student with a study on fall foraging site selection, roost site selection, and torpor patterns of tri-colored bats (Perimyotis subflavus) in northwestern South Carolina near Clemson. Work will be conducted in the Andrew Pickens Ranger District (APD) of the Sumter National Forest. The start date will be September 1st, and work will continue through November 1st (dates are approximate). This is a 40-hr/week position with irregular hours; most work being conducted after dark. A field vehicle will be provided but there will be no housing accommodations.
Primary job duties include:
Assist with the capturing and tagging of bats in the APD
Tracking radio-tagged bats to roost sites on a daily basis
Collecting torpor data by setting up monitors at roost trees
Collecting habitat/vegetation data
Placing acoustic detectors at designated locations throughout the APD
Maintaining equipment
Completing data entry
Performing WNS decontamination procedures
For more information about this position, contact Eduardo Rosales (rosales@g.clemson.edu).
Qualifications-
Must have a B.S. in Wildlife Biology, Conservation Biology, Zoology, or another related field
Must be comfortable working collaboratively or independently if asked to
Must be self-motivated with a strong work ethic
Strong organizational skills
Proficient at orienteering
Must be comfortable walking long distances in rough terrain
Must be comfortable working after dark in unpleasant weather
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must be a U.S. citizen
Additional experience that is preferred but not required: radio-telemetry proficiency, knowledge of acoustic monitoring, mist-netting experience, bat handling experience, and use of handheld GPS units. Minorities and other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Please submit a cover letter, CV or resume, and 3 professional references as a single PDF to Eduardo Rosales (rosales@g.clemson.edu) with the subject line “Tri-colored Bat Technician”. The deadline for applications is July 18, 2022, but applications will be reviewed upon submission.
Thursday, June 16, 2022
EPA Student Trainee in Criminal Investigation
The EPA is seeking applicants for a Student Trainee positions within the Criminal Investigation Division (CID). EPA’s criminal enforcement program focuses on investigating criminal conduct that threatens people’s health and the environment.
Job announcement for Student Trainee (Investigations): https://www.usajobs.gov/job/
660021700
To learn more about EPA Careers: https://www.epa.gov/careers
To learn about opportunities for students and recent graduates: https://www.epa.gov/careers/
opportunities-students-and- recent-graduates
To search EPA jobs: https://www.usajobs.gov/
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Wednesday, June 15, 2022
USGS Hydrologist/Geomorphologist
The USGS at the Maryland-Delaware-DC Water Science Center in Baltimore, Maryland is hiring a Recent Graduate Hydrologist/Geomorphologist as a GS-11 or -12 ($74,950-$116,788).
The candidate can expect to work on a variety of sediment and geomorphic-related projects and studies. These may include sediment fingerprinting studies, trend analyses and assessments of habitat and channel change in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed, and involvement in national programs modeling sediment across the US. The candidate will also have the opportunity to develop their own line of research. The position will have a mixed workload of field-, lab-, and office-based duties, including project management.
Maryland has been described as "America in Miniature" and offers a wonderful range of beach, historic, and mountain activities all within a short drive. Well-connected to the I-95 corridor, with easy access to multiple large metropolitan centers, including Washington DC, Baltimore, and Philadelphia. Fall in love with the charms of the Chesapeake Bay, the largest estuary in the United States, and enjoy the blue crabs, paddling water trails, and quaint historic water towns.
The Maryland-Delaware-DC Water Science Center has a broad portfolio of projects with federal, state, and local partners, and features a dynamic and innovative team of talented scientists. Many opportunities await!
For more details about the position and qualifications, as well as to apply, please see the advertisement on USA Jobs: www.usajobs.gov/job/659936600. The application window closes on June 28th.
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Matthew J Cashman, PhD (he, him, his)
Supervisory Hydrologist/Geomorphologist
United States Geological Survey
MD/DE/DC Water Science Center
(848) 218-7467 (cell)
Monday, June 13, 2022
NPS Paid Internships
The U. S. National Park Service (NPS) National Capital Region (NCR), Office of Natural Resources and Science (NRS) is seeking to fill paid internship positions. Interns will work closely with the NPS Urban Ecology Research Learning Alliance’s Science Education Coordinator.
UERLA is a National Park Service Research Learning Center that serves 16 parks in National Capital Region. They translate complex research results into readily understandable information, providing research, education, and technical assistance for parks. UERLA also provides science communication outreach to park managers and external audiences via websites, workshops, and publications. UERLA maintains research and education partnerships with universities, not-for- profit, education, and other federal agencies. The education activities of UERLA include providing training opportunities for NPS staff and partners, participating in science education programs, and building external partnerships that support science education in parks. Within the Natural Resources and Science Office, other science programs, such as botany, wildlife, geology, air resources, and inventory and monitoring, aquatic ecology work with the Urban Ecology Research Learning Alliance on interdisciplinary projects.
Students must be enrolled in a degree program at the University of Maryland. The positions are University of Maryland paid internships. Students should consult with their academic advisor to determine if they can also receive academic credit for their internship.
This position is currently open:
Science Lesson Plans (In-person & Virtual) Internship (Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled)
The U.S. National Park Service (NPS) National Capital Region (NCR), Office of Natural Resources and Science (NRS) Urban Ecology Research Learning Alliance (UERLA) is seeking a graduate student or an upper-level undergraduate student with interest in Teaching, Science Education, Formal Educational Settings, Developing Science Education Methods, and/or related fields. Science topics will include Climate Change Science. The Science Lesson Plans (In-person & Virtual) Intern will evaluate existing lesson plans for President’s Park and the White House Visitor Center educational programs. Programs will be updated to reflect most recent standards and current relevant scientific data. Intern will adapt lesson plans from in-person to virtual settings. Professional development experience for the intern will include networking, with NPS educational staff and scientific subject matter experts, and developing familiarity with online systems such as ViewSonic Board, Plickers, Kahoots to identify support lessons already on the platforms. Intern will distribute updated and approved lessons from the Park to approved online sites. The intern will provide at least one presentation to instruct staff on the best practices for instruction using the updated lessons including for a remote audience. Lessons will center on Park mission, goals, and engagement priorities at President’s Park.
The intern will work closely with the Educational Team at President’s Park and the White House Visitor Center, and the NPS Urban Ecology Research Learning Alliance’s Science Education Coordinator. We anticipate that the internship will begin in mid-summer of 2022 and continue through December of 2023. Start and end dates are negotiable. Hours are part-time not to exceed 480 hours. The bulk of work is on site at the White House Visitor Center and occasional teleworking.
FDA Biologist
Duties
- Coordinates assigned program activities and manages a science portfolio.
- Maintains current knowledge related to the development of regulatory science research programs and projects as well as administrative and program management principles and skills.
- Communicates with key scientists, health professionals and officials in the Agency, other Federal agencies, and representatives in national and international Institutions, and academia.
- Communicates program/project goals, intentions, and mission.
- Prepares a variety of scientific status reports, management summaries, and briefing papers providing oversight and input in identifying problems and solutions.
Full details are here: http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/jobs/Biologist-659391000.html?id=70f62c04-a208-48fa-8585-2194444fc2e1&utm_source=fgj&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=agent
Post-Docs in UMD ENST
Two Postdoctoral Associate positions available at the University of Maryland in Manure Processing and Anaerobic Digestion Policy
We have two postdoctoral positions
One successful applicant will be primarily located at College Park, Maryland in the Department of Environmental Science and Technology (enst.umd.edu), and one applicant will be primarily located in Queenstown, MD at the Wye Research and Education Center (https://agnr.umd.edu/
Interested applicants should send a complete CV, including list of publications, and a 2-3 page cover letter outlining your area of interest, relevant experience in US anaerobic digestion and/or nutrient management policy, life cycle assessment, greenhouse gas emissions, and nutrient runoff/emissions from manure to Dr. Stephanie Lansing (slansing@umd.edu) by July 1st, 2022 for best consideration.
Expected start date is August 2022, with a one-year contract. The base salary will be $50,000 USD/yr, with a University of Maryland benefits package. The University of Maryland is an EOE/AA Employer. Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and individuals with disabilities are Encouraged to Apply.
Friday, June 10, 2022
GreenKids Director
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Job Title: GreenKids Director
Department: Environmental Education
Supervisor: Deputy Director for Programs
FLSA Status: Full-time, Exempt
Telework: This position is eligible for telework, but requires travel to schools
Position Summary
The GreenKids Director supervises all aspects of ANS environmental education programming in partnership with Pre-K to grade 12 schools. This critical leadership position advances the organization’s strategic goal of building environmental literacy in public school systems in the DMV region. Salary range $65,000-$75,000 depending on qualifications.
To Apply: Please send resume and cover letter to eesearch@anshome.org by June 27th. Anticipated start date is mid-July. Research shows that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they feel that they meet 100% of the qualifications. If this role sounds interesting to you, we encourage you to apply. ANS is committed to building a diverse team that draws on the strengths of people with a variety of identities, backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Oversees all work of ANS staff delivering school-based programs, including hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating staff
Maintains and expands program connections with all school system partners in Maryland, DC, and Virginia, including periodic updating of MOUs and partnership letters
Leads fundraising efforts, including writing grant proposals and grant reports in collaboration with grant writers, communicating with and hosting funders, tracking progress on fundraising goals, and meeting regularly with the Development Department
Manages and tracks GreenKids budget and maintains program adherence to budget limits and budget reporting requirements
Builds a model that combines grant-supported and fee-based programming to expand reach of hands-on GreenKids lessons in schools throughout the region
Regularly evaluates and uses feedback from evaluation tools to develop and update GreenKids program offerings to keep them relevant, innovative, and aligned with current curriculum standards
Fosters partnerships with organizations serving complimentary education roles in the community
Manages development of all GreenKids program outreach and marketing materials in consultation with the Director of Marketing and Communications
Communicates GreenKids program successes to partners, funders, and the public using social media
Manages and maintains inventory of GreenKids program supplies
Represents ANS at conferences and meetings and serves on committees of environmental education leadership organizations including Maryland Association of Environmental and Outdoor Education and the North American Association for Environment Education and others as needed to promote ANS strategic goals
Qualifications/Requirements:
Dynamic leader with an entrepreneurial spirit
At least five years of experience in Environmental Education, including skills in teaching, and training other teachers.
Master’s degree or higher in education, ecology, conservation biology, or a related field (degree or equivalent experience preferred)
Experience with developing curriculum and ability to create innovative strategies and unique programs
Ability to establish, manage, and complete multiple projects on time and on budget
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively build strong relationships and collaborations
Grant-writing and grant management experience
Excellent verbal and written (including electronic) communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as a team player
Management experience in hiring, training, and supervising education staff
Non-profit and environmental organization experience preferred
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift bins of lesson materials up to 40 lbs.
Ability to navigate stairs while carrying lesson materials
Ability to drive, and access to a car that can transport large bins of lesson materials
Ability to speak, hear, and use a personal computer for standard business communications
Friday, June 3, 2022
Paid Internships @ The White House
The White House Internship Program is a public service leadership and development program that provides emerging leaders with an opportunity to gain valuable skills while supporting the work of the White House and furthering the priorities of the Biden-Harris Administration.
Each year, leaders from around the country participate in the White House Internship Program to dedicate their time, energy, and experience to serve the country through public service.
Under the Biden-Harris Administration, it is a paid internship for the first time in recent history.
Full details are here: https://www.whitehouse.gov/get-involved/internships/