Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Jobs in the Maryland-Delaware Chapter of The Wildlife Society newsletter

SEASONAL NATURAL RESOURCES TECHNICIAN (Soldiers Delight Natural Environment Area)
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Wildlife and Heritage Service, is currently accepting applications for one Seasonal Contractual Natural Resources Technician. The technician will assist staff with the management of non-native invasive species, especially Japanese barberry, Miscanthus, sericea lespedeza, tree-of-heaven, mile-a-minute vine, autumn olive, and bush honeysuckles. Responsibilities will require the use of herbicides and hand-held tools and equipment such as herbicide applicators. Technician will be responsible for implementing scheduled priority activities and documenting results. Technician will also assist with preparation for prescribed burns and with occasional weekend volunteer habitat management activities. Primary work location is in Baltimore County, but work will also take place in other parts of the state as needed.
https://jobapscloud.com/MD/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=23&R2=002293&R3=0027 


Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) - National Park Service
Wildlife Biological Science Technician duties at all grade levels include: Implement established natural resource management projects related to wildlife (small/large mammals such as bear, deer, bats, shorebirds, etc.) following standard procedures/protocols. Collects, organize, and record field monitoring data to produce/prepare reports, charts, and presentations to management and/or a diverse public audience with varying levels of interest and knowledge. Perform wildlife trap transects, wildlife cameras surveys, grid surveys, mist netting, etc. to monitor and assess wildlife. Assess resource related issues to determine wildlife management plans. Use and maintain wildlife management equipment.
https://www.usajobs.gov/job/704593500 

State Park Ranger I (Maryland Conservation Corps Crew Leader)
To act as coordinator, team leader and mentor for AmeriCorps Maryland Conservation Corps members performing park improvements, environmental education, interpretive programs, and conservation projects to enhance and protect Maryland’s natural resources and develop principles of stewardship of our public lands. To develop and implement programs, projects, and interpretive services to enhance the experience of visitors to Maryland State Parks.
https://jobapscloud.com/MD/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=23&R2=002139&R3=0003



This is just some of the jobs currently open with DNREC. For all job listings please go to: 
https://www.jobapscloud.com/DE/?Keyword=&Loc=&DeptNumber=4000&OccList=&JobType=&KeywordFullText=0



Conservation Technician III - Wildlife
This position within the Wildlife/Fisheries Construction Team will perform major construction and maintenance projects on state wildlife areas, state fisheries ponds and public boat ramps located throughout the state. This position operates heavy and specialized construction equipment including dump trucks, tractor trailers, bulldozers, excavators, backhoes, air boats, and weed/ algae harvesters in the safest and most cost-effective manner; builds, repairs, and maintains dikes, impoundments, ponds, parking lots and roads, and installs and repairs water structures, floating dock systems and culverts; assists in maintenance and repairs of equipment and assists in the training and supervision of lower-level Conservation Technicians and seasonals. Other duties may include assisting staff biologists with biological data collection including at deer checking stations.
https://www.jobapscloud.com/DE/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=020823&R2=MGCA03&R3=400300

Coastal Waterbird Biologist
The Coastal Waterbird Biologist position classification provides critical scientific data and technical support to the Division of Fish & Wildlife and other agencies to promote the conservation, protection and development of the State’s coastal land and water resources. The Coastal Waterbird Position reports directly to a program manager and works with staff in other divisions, public and private land management agencies, and willing landowners to identify and implement shoreline, agricultural and other land and water conservation activities that are critical to protecting coastal avian resources and associated land, water, and soil resources.
https://ornithologyexchange.org/jobs/board/non-academic-positions/coastal-waterbird-biologist-r19604/

Brandywine Creek State Park Naturalist/ Camp Counselor Positions
A variety of seasonal Naturalist Park positions may be available at Brandywine Creek State Park: Park Naturalist/Interpreter: ($13.00 - $14.00) - responsible for developing and conducting interpretive programs that will increase the student's and visitor's awareness of their surrounding environment and foster the appreciation, enjoyment, and utilization of Delaware State Parks' cultural and natural
resources. Day Camp Counselor: ($12.00 - $13.00) - responsible for organizing and supervising camp activities and ensuring campers' well-being. Work is performed indoors and outdoors. Weekends, evenings, and holidays are scheduled to meet facility needs. For Camp positions - Monday through Friday will be needed throughout the camp season. Additional work on weekends, evenings and holidays may be scheduled.  
https://www.jobapscloud.com/DE/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=032123&R2=MXGC06&R3=400306