Midwest Regional Biologist

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

 

The Wildlife Habitat Council pursues its mission through several different programs and initiatives –Wildlife at Work, Corporate Lands for Learning, Initiative for Natural Corridors, Land Restoration Project Management. The programs are managed out of WHC’s main office located in Silver Spring, MD and several regional offices throughout the country. In the Great Lakes area, WHC’s presence includes:

-          The Huron to Erie program office, located in Detroit, focusing on wildlife management in the connecting corridor between the two lakes;

-          The Northwest Indiana office working to integrate ecological enhancements as part of remediation and restoration programs at industrial facilities and public properties; and

-          The Southeast Chicago office, acting as the Midwest seat, promoting voluntary habitat enhancement and biodiversity programs on corporate properties across nine states.

The Midwest Regional Biologist will work in the downtown Chicago, IL office and reports to the Director of Field Programs. S/he will be responsible for overseeing and initiating Wildlife at Work programs in the Midwestern states under a cooperative regional growth plan. The position works collaboratively with fellow biologists, managers and directors to handle the volume of programs in other regions when necessary in addition to working closely with the Conservation Education and Outreach department on joint initiatives.

Responsibilities of the Position

• Perform site biodiversity and habitat assessments and prepare reports identifying projects to enhance wildlife value on corporate properties with strong employee and community involvement.
• Ability to work within an extensive travel schedule and irregular work hours.
• Identify, solicit, and develop new members for WHC and maintain positive relations with existing members.
• Identify and secure new corporate locations to include in WHCs Wildlife at WorkProgram.
• Prepare and deliver presentations about WHC at business, government, professional, and academic settings to increase visibility and obtain more habitat programs.
• Prepare articles about the Wildlife Habitat Council for publication.
• Work as team to produce the annual symposium, workshops, and other activities.
• Participate in the annual review of programs applying for certification under the Wildlife at Work banner.

Required (R) and Preferred (P) Qualifications

Knowledge, skill and abilities:

(R) Candidate must demonstrate the ability to work independently, be a self-starter and have an entrepreneurial attitude. Must also demonstrate excellent communication (verbal and writing) and interpersonal skills.

(R) Computer skills must include MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point), and familiarity with ArcGIS.

Education/training:

(R) Undergraduate degree in a natural science field, or a related field.

(P) Graduate degree in a natural science field, or a related field

Work experience:

(R) The employee must have knowledge of specific or multiple ecosystems in the United States /Canada and must have documented experience with ecological consulting and/or wildlife management plans.  (P) Priority will be given to those with corporate experience who can demonstrate an understanding of industry challenges and opportunities in terms of sustainability and stakeholder relations.

Position Requirements

Degree of Physical Activity: Light work

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift approximately 20 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to ten pounds.  Associated with an essential duty are the following requirements: bending, typing, kneeling, lifting, reaching, prolonged sitting, prolonged standing, close visual inspection, walking (prolonged, in any weather and up to six consecutive hours).

Physical / Environmental Conditions: subject to outside environmental conditions, t extreme cold and extreme noise.

To Apply

Please submit cover letter, one writing sample, and résumé to sbarnas@wildlifehc.org by March 7^th, 2012.

The Wildlife Habitat Council Is An Equal Opportunity Employer.