Field Ecologist & Entomologist

The Field Ecologist and Entomologist provides technical and scientific support for conservation initiatives in conservation planning and measures of conservation success (~80%) and develops/coordinates community science projects (~20%).  They perform a variety of scientific tasks, conservation activities (prescribed fire, invasive species removal, seed collection) and manage the seasonal science staff. This includes the following functions:

• Implement and provide logistical support for research, inventory and monitoring projects.
• Inventory and research rare and declining pine barrens insects.
• Hire, train & supervise seasonal field staff, interns, and volunteers.
• Manage wildlife tracking systems (e.g., Motus, automated radio telemetry networks)
• Coordinate and supervise bird banding operations, per state and federal permits.
• Collect and manage data associated with plants, animals, and ecological communities.
• Collaborate with staff, and private and public partners on research projects.
• Coordinate the Community Science program, in conjunction with science, education, and outreach staff.
• Provide presentations and lead field trips for college students, education programs, conferences, and workshops.
• Provide a variety of information to staff and others, contributing to conservation projects and assisting workflow throughout the organization.
• Support the wildland fire management program, potentially serving as a prescribed fire crew member.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in an environmental science-related field or bachelor’s degree in an environmental science-related field and at least 5 years’ experience.
• Working knowledge of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
• Familiarity and understanding of fire-adapted ecosystem dynamics, field ornithology and field entomology.
• Experience collecting, managing, interpreting, and analyzing ecological data.
• Ability to produce technical reports/publications, make defensible decisions and recommendations, and communicate technical information to diverse audiences.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite Software, ArcMap, and statistical software packages.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Working knowledge of animal capture, handling and tracking techniques and technologies.
• Entomological, ornithological, and botanical identification and sampling methods.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects with several variables, setting realistic deadlines and managing timeframes.