Program Manager of restoration ecology program for Illinois Coastal Zone

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

#4354

                                                            AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

                                                             CAREER OPPORTUNITY BID NOTICE

The IL Department of Natural Resources is inviting applications for the following position:

                                                                                                                                Monthly

Position Title:  Natural Resources Specialist, Option 4                           Salary Range:  $4388.00 – 6004.00

Position Location: Coastal Zone, Michael Bilandic Building, 160 N. LaSalle, Chicago, IL  60601 (Cook County)

WORK SCHEDULE -     Monday – Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm 1 hour Meal Break

Description of Duties

Under general supervision, serves as program manager administering, implementing and managing the Department’s restoration ecology program for the Illinois Coastal Zone.  Provides professional planning and management expertise and consultation to both the public and private sectors in natural areas preservation and management, endangered and threatened species protection, avian and mammalian ecology, aquatic biology and ecosystems management to advance Coastal Zone restoration.

Desirable Education, Training and Experience

Requires knowledge, skill and mental ability equivalent to a Master’s degree in natural heritage resource management, or a related biological, life or natural science; or requires a bachelor’s degree in natural heritage resource management supplemented by two years of directly related professional experience.  Requires ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with representatives from federal, state and local governments, conservation organizations, other departmental employees, and the general public.

Where

To Apply:          Diane Tecic, Michael Bilandic Building, 160 N. LaSalle, Chicago, IL  60601 312/814-0665   312/793-5968

                                Name                                                     Address                                                                  Phone                     Fax

Bargaining unit employees interested in bidding for this position should complete a Bid Form, attach it to an application, and submit it directly to the name and address listed above.  Bid Forms may be obtained at any Department of Natural Resources facility.

*NOTE:  In addition, employees who are interested in a promotion into this position must have a promotional grade.  If you do not already have a promotional grade for this title, complete a Promotional Examination Application(CMS100B) and sent it directly to the Examining Division, 500 William G. Stratton Building, Springfield, Illinois 62706.  In order to be considered for this vacancy, the CMS100B must be mailed to the Examining Division no later than the date listed below as the last day to apply.

The Department of Natural Resources does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, handicap, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, physical stature and/or any non-merit factor in admission, treatment or employment in programs or activities in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act, the Illinois Constitution, Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Acts, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the U.S. Constitution.  The Equal Employment Opportunity Office is responsible for compliance and may be reached at 217/785-0067.

DATE POSTED:  January 9, 2013      LAST DAY TO APPLY:  January 23, 2013                 

Summer Internships in Environmental Sciences, Forest Service (Otto, NC)

Summer Internships

In Environmental Sciences

USDA Forest Service

Southern Research Station

Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory, Otto, NC

Summer Intern positions in Biological Sciences are available at USDA Forest Service, Southern Research Station, Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory, located in Otto, NC.  To qualify, students must: (1) be in good academic standing, (2) be currently enrolled in a college or university, and (3) plan on returning to college or university in fall 2013. Interns work with Coweeta scientists and staff on a wide variety of projects.  Current research projects include, but are not limited to: land use effects on water quality using GIS; southern Appalachian forest carbon, nutrient, and water budgets and cycling; and effects of cation depletion on forest stream water quality.  Projects typically have both a field and laboratory component, and may include some data analysis.  Students may utilize some portion of data collected and/or analyzed to fulfill university intern requirements.  The rate of pay ranges from a GS-03 (approximately $11.95/hr) to GS-04 (approximately $13.41/hr), depending on education and experience.  A limited amount of housing is available on site for approximately $125/month. 

Interested students should send (1) a letter of interest, (2) resume, and (3) college transcripts by March 1, 2013 to:

Chelcy Ford Miniat

Research Project Leader

USDA Forest Service

Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory

3160 Coweeta Lab Rd

Otto, NC 29763

cfminiat@fs.fed.us

Positions are highly competitive -- early applications are encouraged. U.S. citizenship and a valid driver’s license with minimal moving violations are conditions for employment.  The USDA Forest Service is an equal opportunity employer.

The Forest Service provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or outreach process, please notify Cheryl Jefferson at 828-259-0562.

Seasonal Forestry Internship-Riverside, IL

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

VILLAGE OF RIVERSIDE

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

FORESTRY

SEASONAL FORESTRY INTERNSHIP

Village of Riverside is seeking to fill the position of Seasonal Forestry Intern.  Riverside, Illinois is a unique suburban landscape, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux in 1869.  This landscape has been designated a National Historic Landmark in recognition of its historic landscape architecture and unique design. 

The part-time position offered is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in urban forestry at the municipal level.  Learn the functions and obligations associated with a public agency and develop customer service skills while performing forestry in an urban setting. 

General Responsibilities:

Position works under the general direction of the Village Forester of Public Works and will focus on several aspects related to plant health care in a municipal setting.  Responsibilities include the monitoring of Village trees for disease and insect issues; updating tree inventory records; maintaining woody and perennial plantings in parks and parkways; record keeping and administrational duties related to forestry operations; assisting the Village Forester with various forestry related activities.  Position will also operate various vehicles and equipment for the purposes of forestry operations. 

Position Requirements:

The position requires extensive field work.  Course work and/or experience pertaining to urban forestry or a related field are desirable for the position.  Applicants should be able to meet physical requirements of the position. Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds is required.  Vision requirements call for long distance sighting of Dutch elm disease and other related insect or disease issues in the landscape.  Communication skills will be required to coordinate with Village Forester and interact with residents.  The successful candidate must have a valid driver’s license and pass a physical examination with a drug screen to gain employment with the Village of Riverside.

Starting Salary:

The starting hourly pay is $12 per hour for a 40 hour work week.  This position is budgeted as seasonal, meaning that an applicant should start in mid May and terminate employment by mid August.  These terms are negotiable and can be modified to accommodate candidates.       

Selection Process:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and complete an employment application by 5 p.m. on Friday, March 15^th, 2013.  Employment applications are available at the Village of Riverside’s website, www.riverside.il.us.

Village of Riverside

Department of Public Works

Attn:  Michael Collins

3860 Columbus Blvd.

Riverside, IL 60546

Questions should be directed to Village Forester, Michael Collins, at (708) 442-3590 or mcollins@riverside.il.us

The Village of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Illinois DNR Aquatic Nuisance Species Specialist

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

4357

                                                                                         AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

                                                                                          CAREER OPPORTUNITY BID NOTICE

The IL Department of Natural Resources is inviting applications for the following position:

                                                                                                                                                                Monthly

Position Title:      Natural Resources Advanced Specialist, Option 1                                       Salary Range:  $4885.00 - $6745.00  

Position Location:   Office of Resource Conservation, Division of Fisheries, One Natural Resources Way, Springfield (Sangamon County)

Work Schedule -                 Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm  Saturday and Sunday days off.

Description of Duties

Under the direction of the Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) Manager, serves as primary project manager for all Departmental activities related to the prevention and management of ANS transfer between the Great Lakes and Mississippi River basins through the Chicago Waterway System.  Works closely with international, federal, state and non-governmental partners in developing and implementing policies, programs and plans for preventing the inter-basin transfer of ANS.  Secondarily supports ANS Manager in statewide implementation of the Illinois Comprehensive Aquatic Invasive Species Plan.

Desirable Education, Training and Experience

Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of a bachelor’s degree in fisheries, fish culture or closely related biological science.  Requires four years of progressively responsible professional experience in fisheries resource management.  Requires thorough knowledge of lake, river and stream ecology.  Requires working knowledge of fisheries biology and aquatic ecology.  Requires thorough knowledge of state and federal laws, rules and regulations pertaining to fisheries resource conservation.  Requires competency in use of computers.  Requires a valid driver’s license.

Where

To Apply: Kevin Irons, Fisheries ANS Manager,  One Natural Resources Way, Springfield, IL  62702   217/557-0719  217/785-2438 

                      Name                                                               Address                                                                                  Phone                          Fax  

*(SEE NOTE)

Bargaining unit employees interested in bidding for this position should complete a Bid Form, attach it to an application, and submit it directly to the name and address listed above.  Bid Forms may be obtained at any Department of Natural Resources facility.

*NOTE:  In addition, employees who are interested in a promotion into this position must have a promotional grade.  If you do not already have a promotional grade for this title, complete a Promotional Examination Application(CMS100B) and sent it directly to the Examining Division, 500 William G. Stratton Building, Springfield, Illinois 62706.  In order to be considered for this vacancy, the CMS100B must be mailed to the Examining Division no later than the date listed below as the last day to apply.

The Department of Natural Resources does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, handicap, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, physical stature and/or any non-merit factor in admission, treatment or employment in programs or activities in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act, the Illinois Constitution, Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Acts, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the U.S. Constitution.  The Equal Employment Opportunity Office is responsible for compliance and may be reached at 217/785-0067.

DATE POSTED:     January 8, 2013              LAST DAY TO APPLY:   January 22, 2013                                  

Wildlife Research Technician, University of Illinois

Title:  Wildlife Research Technician

Employer:  Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Sciences, University of Illinois.

Project:  Survival and space use of American mink

Job Description:  We are seeking one full-time technician to help live-trap and radio-track mink in Champaign County, Illinois.  The technician will be responsible for setting and checking live traps, assisting with transmitter-implant surgery, and relocating radio-marked mink.  Duties will also include collecting mink scat and measuring riparian habitat.  Field work is physically intense, and will require tracking mink during the night and possibly weekends.  The project will run from 01 February – 30 April 2013 with the possibility of an extension.   

Qualifications:  Applicants must be enthusiastic and hardworking, with the willingness to work irregular hours including weekends.  Previous field experience requiring data collection is preferred.  Because this is a full-time position, current students should not apply.  Applicants with a B.S. degree will receive preference.

Salary: $11.00/hr, 40 hrs per week.

Application Procedure: Please send a cover letter and resume/CV (including contact information for two references) to Adam Ahlers (aahlers2@illinois.edu), 217-419-2090.

Part-Time Wildlife Epidemiology Laboratory Technician, University of Illinois

The Department of Comparative Biosciences, College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is seeking a part-time (20 hours per week) Laboratory Technician for the Wildlife Epidemiology Lab.  The salary range is $17 - $20 per hour.

This position will perform a variety of molecular, hematologic, and serologic assays for use in wildlife health epidemiology studies including:

·         Perform DNA extraction, conventional PCR, and qPCR techniques with precision and reliability.

·         Analyze several clinical samples with direction. 

·         Perform specific assays typical of an epidemiology lab including (but not limited to) reptilian complete blood counts, plasma biochemistries, protein electrophoresis, ELISA, viral isolation, bacterial/fungal culture, and heavy metal toxicology. 

·         Responsible for data recording, inventory, invoicing, and lab maintenance.

·         Occasional animal care duties and field opportunities may occur.

The candidate must be able to work with and provide direction to veterinary, graduate, and undergraduate students that are infrequently in the laboratory.  An ideal candidate will have one year of experience and be positive, have good communication skills, hard-working, and organized.  A bachelor’s degree in biological, chemical, or natural resources science is required.  An advanced degree is preferred.

Qualified candidates should contact Dr. Matthew Allender, mcallend@illinois.edu.

The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu).

Executive Director, Clinton Conservation District (St. Johns, MI) due 9/28

Executive Director, Position Description, 08/24/12

Clinton Conservation District

2343 N. US-27

St. Johns, MI 48879

 

Applications should include a cover letter, resume, and references.

E-mail is preferred; gary.fritz@mi.nacdnet.net

Due date for submittal is Friday, September, 28, 2012

POSITION SUMMARY:

The position is full time with the Clinton Conservation District (CCD) located at 2343 N. US-27, St. Johns, MI, 48879. Starting salary is between $19.00 and $22.00 per hour, depending on qualifications. The Executive Director provides administrative and program information/implementation support to the CCD Board of Directors in carrying out the District’s programs in conformance with the purpose of the District as defined by Michigan law. The position is responsible to a five-member Board of Directors that meets monthly and is directly supervised by the Chairman of the Board. Performance evaluation and decisions regarding salary and other compensation, disciplinary actions and termination of employment are the responsibility of the entire CCD Board of Directors.

Some flexibility with scheduling is permitted and will, from time to time, be required. Employment with the District is terminable at will. An employee may be terminated at any time with or without cause and with or without notice, subject to applicable state and federal laws. Employment is at the discretion of the Board and contingent upon factors determined by the Board including, but not limited to, available funding, job performance, changes in program direction or organization.

This professional position requires skills and experience in program development and administration, communications and financial management. A high degree of confidentiality, along with diplomacy is required. The incumbent must be open to training and mentoring in order to develop an in-depth understanding of conservation practices as well as conservation programs available to assist land users in conserving soil, water, and related natural resources.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

ADMINISTRATION / PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT / INFORMATION DELIVERY

1. Understands the purpose, powers, programs, and responsibilities of the District.
2. Seeks information and keeps the Board informed about local, state, and federal regulations, laws, programs and/or activities that may impact the District. Compiles background information to facilitate the decision-making and policy-setting function of the Board of Directors.
3. Assists in coordinating District programs with the programs and activities of personnel from NRCS and other federal, state, and local agencies involved in the conservation practices of related natural resources.
4. Seeks and prepares grant applications and other funding proposals as opportunities arise to enhance the District’s programs. Maintains records and submits grant reporting requirements as dictated by the individual grants funded. Oversees the grant deliverables to make sure they are met in a timely manner.
5. Serves as the day-to-day manager/administrator for all District conservation programs grants received. Coordinates volunteer assistance on projects and programs.
6. Assists the District chairperson in planning and conducting monthly board meetings. Prepares and distributes agendas; meeting packets and records minutes of meetings.
7. Assists the Directors in planning and conducting the District’s Annual Meeting and Election.
8. Assists the Board of Directors in developing their strategic plan, annual plan of action and publishing an annual report on the District’s mission, planned actions and accomplishments, priority resource assessment, and goals.
9. Assists Directors in developing closer working relationships with local units of government as well as local state and federal elected officials.
10. Required to supervise other District employees, prepare and update job descriptions, conduct evaluations, and recommend needed training, disciplinary action, and recognition of employee efforts.
11. Assures that all funds received and disbursed according to guidelines in the District Operations Manual. Assumes responsibility for payroll, accounts payable/receivable, taxes, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Assists with audits as necessary.
12. Assures that a monthly financial report are prepared for the Treasurer and the Board’s review and approval.
13. Responds to telephone calls and walk-in requests for assistance and/or directs the request to the appropriate party/agency for assistance.
14. Assures the inventory of office supplies is sufficient to allow operations to continue efficiently and cost-effectively. Annually, assists in a physical inventory of equipment owned by the District.
15. Understand and comply with the District’s Policy and Procedures handbooks as prepared by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and the Michigan Association of Conservation Districts (MACD).
16. Identify sources and recommend action to the Board to secure adequate operating funds for the District.
17. Performs other duties as requested by the Board of Directors.

INFORMATION/EDUCATION

1. Provides leadership in planning and implementing the District’s information and educational outreach programs.
2. Prepares District news releases and other printed material to promote the District’s mission and programs.
3. Presents programs to key civic groups about the District’s mission, programs, and accomplishments.
4. Maintains website with ongoing programs and information regarding the District.
5. Assist in developing workshops and programs for land users interested in improving natural resources. Seeks cooperation and collaboration with Michigan State University Extension and other partners in planning and implementing these events.
6. Assists and provides information to programs and educational resources available to local school teachers.

TECHNICAL

1. Assists landowners about programs available to provide technical and financial assistance for applying conservation practices on their land.
2. Provide assistance in the execution of grants to fulfill required objectives

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

1. College degree in natural resources strongly preferred; however extensive experience in a similar position or related field will be considered.
2. Must be able to work independently without daily supervision and prioritize workload so critical tasks are completed in a timely manner. Must be able to be part of a diverse team. Maintains a positive attitude and possess both personal and professional motivation.
3. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including a thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation rules.
4. Ability to work with persons from many other organizations, agencies, and groups in a professional manner to project a favorable image of the District.
5. Ability to use the computer for word processing, data and financial management. Skills and experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint as well as computer knowledge using QuickBooks accounting is required.
6. Normal work hours will be 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday.
7. Participation in a limited number of evening meetings; weekend activities; or special events may be necessary. The Directors will determine policy on compensatory time as needed.
8. Travel outside the office and county on behalf of the District will be necessary and will be reimbursed at a rate determined by the Board in accordance with existing policies. Training sessions, meetings, or conferences may involve travel and/or overnight stays from time to time.
9. Experience recruiting, coordinating and managing volunteers.
10. A valid driver’s license is required.
11. This position will require an USDA-NRCS federal background check and fingerprints. Written authorization to contact a minimum of three references is also required.