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NWTF Regional Biologist - Alabama
March 05, 2014 - April 05, 2014
Location:
Alabama, AL
Salary Range:
DoE
Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Non-Exempt
Benefits:
Full Benefits Package
Employment Type:
Full Time
Department:
Operations (Field Staff)
Description:
The National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) has an immediate opening for a full-time Regional Biologist position in Alabama. This position will be responsible for all facets of the NWTF's habitat conservation and wildlife management programs on both a National / State level to achieve our Save the Habitat. Save the Hunt. initiative.
Duties:
Work cooperatively with the resource management partners to deliver NWTF's conservation initiatives
Identify and develop habitat enhancement projects within NWTF's Focal Landscapes,
Provide recommendations and plans for improving wildlife / turkey habitat on public and private lands with an emphasis on forest management and early successional habitat needs
Develop and implement habitat proposals and projects on both private and public lands
Promote habitat and outreach accomplishments via NWTF and partners
Work closely with the Alabama State Chapter of NWTF including the Hunting Heritage Super Fund Program and assist in the formulation and accomplishment of goals and objectives established for Save the Habitat. Save the Hunt. within the State Strategic Plan
Develop, administer and provide oversight for cooperative contracts and agreements
Educate private landowners through field days and workshops throughout the state
Garner funding for conservation work by securing grants and cooperative agreements with agency and non-governmental organizations to further NWTF's mission
Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in Wildlife Biology, Forestry, or science-related field and demonstrated knowledge of wildlife management and forestry with a minimum of three years of experience, or a Master's degree with at least one year of related experience
Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills
Experience working with wildlife agencies, private landowners, grant writing / administration, Farm Bill programs, and southeastern ecosystems / management techniques are a plus
Must be proficient with Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and experience with GPS / Arc GIS along with monitoring budgets / financials is preferable
Duty station - a central location within the state is preferable
Position will require moderate overnight travel, most of which will occur within Alabama. Excellent health and retirement benefits package. Salary is commensurate with experience.
