Wildlife Biologist
About the role
The Wildlife Biologist will provide expertise and project management assistance for a project sponsored by the National Park Service in the desert Southwest.
Responsibilities
- Project management tasks including resource allocation, staffing, and communications
- Communication and collaboration with NPS collaborators and park representatives
- Execution of required project technical tasks including assistance with obtaining necessary permits, materials purchasing and management, personnel supervision, data management, data analysis, and project reporting
- Other necessary project-related tasks as identified and agreed upon
Required Qualifications
- A PhD in a natural resources discipline, or a B.S. degree with significant years of experience working with state and/or federal natural resource agencies or non-governmental organizations
- Specific experience working with the NPS in the Southwestern US and desert systems
- Specialized experience with operating remote camera traps for scientific investigations including proper analysis and reporting techniques
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience creating and managing large photographic datasets
- Experience with geospatial data creation and demonstration
- Proven experience with scientific data reporting and analysis including developing research related plans (e.g., IACUC, permitting)
Pay and Schedule
- Pay Band 4
- Overtime Status: Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime)
- Appointment Type: Restricted
- Hours per week: 11
- Review Date: 10/26/2026
Additional Information
- May be required to frequently travel out of state for extended periods of time
- Must be proficient in the use of office software including word processing, online meeting, and spreadsheet applications
- The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check
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