Biologist – Nebraska

IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

Biologist  – Nebraska 
                                                                                                                          
The Great Plains Region of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. (DU) is seeking an experienced biologist for Nebraska. The biologist will work under the direction of the Manager of Conservation Programs for Nebraska and become part of a team of biologists, engineers, and other professionals. The selected candidate will focus primarily on the Platte River of Nebraska with additional responsibilities in other areas of Nebraska as needed. The selected candidate will be responsible for the acquisition, protection, enhancement, and restoration of wetlands and associated habitats important to migrating waterfowl and other wetland dependent species. The position is located in Grand Island, NE.

Qualifications:  Candidates must have a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in a natural resources field—an advanced degree is desirable. Applicants must have a working knowledge of wetland ecology, waterfowl, shorebird, and water bird biology, state/federal wetland conservation programs, policies, and laws. Demonstrated experience with various state and federal regulatory requirements (e.g. National Historic Preservation Act and Clean Water Act) as they relate to wetland restoration and enhancement is beneficial. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required. Proven proposal/grant writing skills, project management capabilities, wetland restoration and enhancement experience are desired. Familiarity with Nebraska’s biological resources, local and regional environmental issues, and private and public stakeholders is beneficial.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Finding, initiating, managing, and delivering wetland enhancement, restoration, acquisition, and protection projects in Nebraska with a focus on the DU priority landscapes (i.e. Platte River, Rainwater Basin)
• Representing DU at wetland conservation venues and assisting with a variety of fundraising activities, including working with Development staff, Grassroots staff, and Volunteers
• Identifying potential projects and developing/maintaining relationships with public and private landowners and agencies that may partner with DU to enhance and restore wetlands
• Identifying and securing funding from a wide variety of sources for project work
• Coordinating with landowners and other stakeholders, DU engineering staff, consultants, and regulatory agencies to ensure timely and on-budget delivery of projects
• Negotiation of project agreements, report writing, budget management, and biological technical assistance
• Write and submit proposals to various agencies, foundations, and other funding sources to secure project funds
• Provide DU management with timely communication on project work and issues in the area and assist communications staff with articles to promote and describe the work

How to Apply:  Complete the online application at www.ducks.org/jobs and attach a cover letter, resume and daytime contact information (email & phone numbers) for three professional references. For more information regarding this position or to request application materials, contact Candace Miller at 701.355.3511 or cmiller@ducks.org.

Deadline:  Applications will be accepted through October 1, 2014.