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Senior NEPA Specialist ECW Environmental is seeking a senior NEPA specialist or senior environmental engineer for contract work on homeland security NEPA projects, based in Washington, DC. Help develop and manage innovative, expedited NEPA processes to implement an aggressive schedule for a homeland security projects that include the construction of fencing, roads and lights. Participate in in-progress reviews of NEPA documents prepared by others and provide recommendations for ensuring highest quality NEPA documentation possible while helping ensure project stays on schedule. Develop conclusion NEPA-related documents including FONSI, mitigation and monitoring plans, and opinion papers. Coordinate and interact with senior government leaders. Position(s) is located in Washington, DC and will require a government background investigation. Light travel may be required. Full-time position anticipated to run through 12/31/2008. Must have strong experience overseeing major NEPA analyses and/or NEPA process construction projects. Experience in DC a plus. Minimum of BS degree with master's degree preferred. Must have 10 or more years of NEPA experience and demonstrated proficiency and innovation in leading/overseeing complex NEPA projects. Experience with Section 7 of ESA USFWS coordination, southwestern ecosystems, Section 106 NHPA, and real estate acquisition is a plus. Position is in Reagan Building in Washington, DC. Salary: GS- 13/14 equivalent ($75,000 t $90,000) plus benefits. Apply online at www.EnvironmentalCareer.com. Search for “ECW� and then click on the Senior NEPA Manager listing.

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April 2007 Volume II, Number 4 The journal of the environmental careers world. Dedicated to bringing those in the environmental careers field the information they need to succeed. On the cover: Endangered Florida Panther inside the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge by Naples, FL . Florida is the site of the 2007 NAEP conference.

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Vice President, Conservation Litigation Washington, DC

This is a senior management position responsible for developing and implementing strategies for furthering Defenders’ conservation goals through litigation, administrative law, and policy advocacy. The position requires extensive knowledge of federal environmental, natural resource and administrative law, and substantial litigation experience. Primary responsibilities include providing legal and strategic advice to Defenders senior staff, developing and implementing a litigation strategy for Defenders, supervising Defenders’ litigation program, managing staff attorneys and serving as inhouse counsel on conservation related legal and policy matters. Qualifications: 1. Juris Doctor degree, with bar membership in at least one state (and also preferably in the District of Columbia); 2. At least 8-10 years of experience in federal conservation/environmental and administrative law and litigation; 3. Excellent leadership skills with a proven track record in supervising professionals; 4. Demonstrated ability to develop litigation and policy advocacy strategies; Experience developing, implementing and managing litigation on a national level; 5. Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, and natural resources conservation; 6. Significant wildlife and natural resources policy experience; 7. Strong writing, research, media, and communication skills. HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants, please reference VP Conservation Litigation and send resume, cover letter, and salary history (must be included to be considered) to HR@defenders.org. It is the policy of Defenders of Wildlife to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law, in all personnel actions. Defenders of Wildlife 1130 17th St., NW Washington, DC 20036-4604 Fax: 202-682-1331 Email: hr@defenders.org Web: www.defenders.org

Project Manager Albuqurque, New Mexico SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned consulting firm specializing in environmental regulatory compliance, natural resource management, cultural resource management and related research. We are actively seeking a Project Manager to be located in our Albuquerque office. Strong skills in natural resource consulting and project management, including oil and gas permitting and compliance, NEPA compliance, and tribal consultation are required. The position is a regular, full-time position. Pay will be based on individual qualifications and experience. Qualifications: Undergraduate or graduate degree in biology, environmental science, ecology, environmental planning, or related field. Five plus (5+) years of experience in report completion and project or task management, as well as scheduling and budgeting of projects related to environmental planning and/or natural resource management. NEPA experience strongly preferred, including involvement in preparation of EIS`s and/or EA`s. Demonstrated expertise in federal, state and local regulations that concern the management of natural resources in New Mexico and/or the West. Candidates must be able to travel on occasion. How to Apply: This position will remain open until filled. Please mail, fax, or email a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and at least three (3) references to: Jason Gerster - Recruiter SWCA Environmental Consultants 2120 N. Central Ave. Suite 130 Phoenix, AZ 85004 Fax: 602-274-3958 E-mail: jgerster@swca.com

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Environmental Employers Speak to Job Seekers NAEP Environmental Career Seminar in Orlando on April 24 Orlando, Florida The 32nd National Association of Environmental Professionals (NAEP) Annual Conference will take place in Orlando starting on Earth Day. The conference is cosponsored with the Florida Association of Environmental Professionals (FAEP). The conference - Environmental Leadership: Science, Education, Alliances - is filled with workshops, seminars, exhibits, and tours addressing an impressive range of environmental topics and issues. It provides a great place to learn, network and relax in Florida. The Environmental Career Center will conduct a careers symposium on the evening of Tuesday, April 24th. John Esson, NAEP Career Development Committee chair and ECC Director, will moderate the session comprised of five environmental professionals. Presentations by diverse environmental employers from consulting firms, the entertainment industry and government agencies will help college graduates and new professionals prepare for an environmental career. Our panelists are knowledgeable of career opportunities in their environmental sector, and are passionate about guiding others into this rewarding career field. The 2007 NAEP Environmental Career Seminar panelists are: •M. Rebecca Bolt, Wildlife Ecologist, The Dynamic Corporation, Kennedy Spade Center, Florida •Ron Deverman, Director of Project Development and Environment, Parsons Chicago, Illinois •Charmae Hillman, SPHR, Senior Human Resources

Professional, South Florida Water Management District, West Palm Beach, Florida •Robert “Bob” Moody, REM, PMP, Environmental Manager, WRS Infrastructure & Environment, Tampa, Florida •Jim Yawn, CEP, Senior Manager – Environmental, Walt Disney Imagineering, Florida The primary benefit of these career seminars is your opportunity to ask questions of the panelists. They either work in the environmental career field or are recruiting environmental professionals. They have the expertise to inform aspiring environmental professionals on key qualifications and experience employers are looking for. They will also be able to discuss current career opportunities and the future outlook for environmental career fields. Attending the seminar provides the new professionals with networking opportunities and inside tips, gaining an edge in the job competition. The conference is at the Holiday Inn International Drive. The hotel is centrally located for Orlando’s wide range of entertainment and recreation attractions. The hotel is adjacent to Universal Orlando and the Betz Factory Outlet stores. You are just a short drive to Sea World, Disney World, Epcot Center, and MGM Studios. There are excellent day trip opportunities to the Kennedy Space Center, Daytona Beach, Cypress Gardens, Cocoa Beach, Tampa Bay and St. Augustine. There is something of interest for everyone. Join us at the NAEP 36th NAEP Conference in Orlando, April 22 –25, www.naep.org. See you there!

A Look at Seminar Panelists Charmae Hillman is a Senior Human Resources Professional and recruits environmental scientists, engineers, information technologists, managers, executives and support staff for the South Florida Water Management District, headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida. She also represents the District in employment law compliance, contingent workforce, immigration issues, community outreach, and university relations. Prior to joining the District in 1986, Ms. Hillman served in the U.S. Army for eight years, working in Human Resources in the U.S. and abroad, and earned the Meritorious Service Medal. Ms. Hillman’s 1984 B.S. degree in Human Resources Management and graduate studies are from Florida Atlantic University. She is certified by the National Society for Human Resources Management as a Senior Professional in Human Resources. Ron Deverman is Director of Project Development and Environment for Parsons, managing NEPA EA/EISs for transportation infrastructure improvements such as transit, highways and bridges. Ron has 24 years experience in NEPA with special expertise in community impact assessment, Section 4(f) evaluations, and indirect and cumulative effects analysis. His education includes a B.S. in civil/environmental engineering from University of Illinois in Urbana, a M.A. in literature and creative writing from U of I in Springfield, as well as post-graduate studies in NEPA and related environmental studies. Ron is active in NAEP and has chaired the national NEPA Symposium, NEPA Working Group, Transportation Working Group, and the 27th Annual Conference held in Dearborn, Michigan. He is currently on the NAEP Board of Directors and the Advisory Board of Environmental Practice, published by Cambridge University Press. He has spoken nationally on many subjects including key competencies for environmental professionals, post-NEPA monitoring, environmental stewardship, and preserving the quality of place. Ron is a published poet and an avid admirer of the visual arts. Robert “Bob” Moody, REM, PMP – With nearly 30 years of industry experience, Bob brings great perspective from his Registered Environmental Manager and project management background to WRS Infrastructure & Environment, Inc. Throughout his career he has focused on environmental construction, with a most recent emphasis on infrastructure development activities supporting Florida’s rapid growth. Bob has a diversified background in providing environmental services to the public and private sector, including managing emergency and rapid response services to the United States Environmental Protection Agency and similar services to state agencies. Bob currently manages an environmental services contract providing contamination assessment and remediation services to the Florida Department of Transportation. Jim Yawn, Certified Environmental Professional, is a Senior Project Manager for Walt Disney Imagineering in Orlando, Florida. His primary responsibilities include environmental support for master planning, infrastructure development, and operation of Disney properties in Central Florida, including the Walt Disney World Resort and Celebration, approximately 30,000 acres of residential communities, theme parks, resorts, and other commercial properties. Jim manages environmental mitigation projects, including innovative partnerships with regulatory, academic, and conservation organizations. He manages a long-term, environmental master plan for the Walt Disney World Resort, that has resulted in restoration of on-site and off-site habitats, and the creation of The Disney Wilderness Preserve. He is a 1980 graduate of Georgia Southern University with a BS degree in Biology. Jim has been working as an ecologist and project manager in the Florida real estate development industry for more than 22 years.

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Green News Carmax Home Office Recieves National Green Building Designation: First Virginia Company with a LEED Silver Certified Corporate Headquarters RICHMOND, Va. (March 2007)-CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, announced today that its home office in Richmond, Virginia has received Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver Certification by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). LEED is the USGBC’s leading edge system for designing and constructing the world’s greenest and energy efficient buildings. CarMax is the first company to construct a LEED Certified building in Virginia as its corporate headquarters. Construction on the CarMax home office was complete in 2005. “Our home office is just another way in which we put our associates first,” said Tom Folliard, president and chief executive officer at CarMax. “We have provided an open, and collaborative work environment, while also demonstrating our commitment to being a socially responsible company,” CarMax’s 250,000 square foot home office building is located on 130 acres of land in Goochland County, just outside of Richmond, Virginia in the West Creek Industrial Office Park. The building features bright colors in a vibrant, informal and non-hierarchical layout. Environmental features include the preservation of the trees, wetlands, and natural areas; the natural enhancement of daylight inside the building; and the use of recycled materials.

“CarMax’s achievement of LEED certification proves how much this company cares about its associates,” said Rick Fedrizzi, President, CEO, Founding Chair, U.S. Green Building Council. “LEED certification ensures that CarMax’s home office conserves resources and provides a comfortable indoor environment for its occupants.” The CarMax home office includes office space for approximately 900 associates, a cafeteria and dining area, and training and meeting rooms. In addition to the main office building, the site features a fitness center, a multipurpose basketball court, nearly two miles of walking trails and a parking garage. CarMax and its new home office have been recognized with several green design awards including: - The 2006 Virginia Green Innovation Award for Best Commercial Project from the Virginia Sustainable Building Network - The 2005 Go Green Award of Merit from the James River Green Building Council - The 2005 Commonwealth Environmental Leadership Award for Best Green Building from the Charlottesville Waldorf Foundation

LEED Certification The companies credited with the CarMax home office building project are ADD Inc, Cambridge, Mass., master planning, architecture and interior design; Millennium Retail Partners, LLC, Richmond, Va., owner representative; Brookwood Program Management, Atlanta, Ga, construction manager; KBS, Inc., Richmond, Va, contractor; Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc., Richmond, Va. and Boston, Mass., landscape architect and civil engineer; AHA Consulting Engineers, Lexington, Mass., MEP/FP engineer; and McNamara/Salvia, Inc., Boston, Mass., structural engineer. About CarMax CarMax, a FORTUNE 500 company, and one of the FORTUNE 2007 “100 Best Companies to Work For,” is the nation’s largest retailer of used cars. CarMax currently operates 77 used car superstores in 36 markets. CarMax also operates seven new car franchises, all of which are co-located with its used car superstores. During the twelve month period ended November 30, 2006, the company sold 323,570 used cars, which is 94% of the total 342,482 vehicles the company retailed during that period. For more information, access the CarMax website at www.carmax.com.

EPA Helps Truckers Keep Their Cool While Going Green Hybrid Diesel Electric Trailer Refrigeration Units Cut Air Pollution

(New York, N.Y.) What do chicken dinners, salmon and filet mignon have in common? They could all be found in a state-of-the-art pollution slashing hybrid diesel electric trailer refrigeration unit like the one showcased by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today at Pier 92. The technology allows refrigerated trucks and trailers to remain icy cold while switching from diesel power to electric power during loading and unloading, reducing diesel emissions to zero. The technology also puts a lid on fuel costs and noise. EPA’s Regional Administrator Alan J. Steinberg appeared with representatives from the New York State Energy and Research Development Authority (NYSERDA) and companies that make the technology to observe a low-polluting truck that delivered goods to a Holland America Lines cruise ship at the New York City Economic Development Corporation’s facility. “Hybrid diesel electric power demonstrates that businesses can go green while they keep their cool,” said Alan J. Steinberg, EPA Regional Administrator. “Refrigeration is an integral part of America’s transportation and delivery system. Thanks to EPA and our partners, businesses now have the power to shrink their environmental footprint while increasing their bottom line.” Paving the way for cleaner and energy efficient alternatives in the trucking industry, Shurepower LLC, Carrier Transicold, Maines Paper and Food Service, Inc., New West Technologies and Great Dane Trailers used money provided by EPA and NYSERDA to help fund the first of its kind demonstration pilot project. The original pilot 6

project, located in a Maines Paper & Food Service, Inc. distribution facility in Conklin, N.Y. involved setting up and operating electrified loading docks and parking spaces for commercial heavy-duty diesel trucks and refrigerated trailers to power the refrigeration. The project was part of a nation-wide effort to reduce pollution from truck fleets known as EPA’s SmartWay Transport Partnership. NYSERDA President and CEO Peter R. Smith noted that since 2000, New York State has committed $2.55 million in cooperation with EPA and the Department of Energy in pursuing technologies to displace the nation’s petroleum use that goes to transportation. “NYSERDA projects thrive on cooperation among our federal and private partners. Through hybrid-power technology applications, we can make advances to ensure that motor freight, and especially food, is cared for in the most energy-efficient and environmentally responsive way,” Smith said. Trailer refrigeration units are the standard for preserving and cooling goods during transport and delivery. The demonstration project featured eTRU, also known as hybrid diesel electric trailer refrigeration unit. eTRU technology enables an electric powered source of energy from a loading dock or parking space to keep the truck’s load or trailer compartments at a specific temperature without having to run the engine. The technology works by installing an electric device on a loading dock or parking space and equipping a diesel truck or refrigerated trailer with special components that connect the diesel engine to the electric power grid. Once plugged in, the diesel engine can be totally shut down producing zero diesel emissions. The Carrier Transicold Vector 1800 MT multi-temperature trailer refrigeration system features unique, hybrid dieselelectric technology that enables shippers to effectively www.environmentalcareer.com

regulate the temperature of multiple compartments within the trailer. It combines a diesel engine with an electrical generator to reduce air pollution and sound levels, eliminate many components and maintenance items, and increase reliability and performance. The Shurepower’s electrified truck parking system is a low cost alternative to idling that provides drivers with grid-based electricity. Maines Paper & Food Service, Inc. was a key partner in developing the project at its distribution center in Conklin, NY. New West Technologies, LLC assisted Shurepower in the project by providing engineering expertise. EPA recognizes that various technologies, strategies, and behaviors can effectively reduce long-duration idling while providing the truck driver with essential needs such as heat or air conditioning. Truck stop electrification allows the electrical grid to supply power to truck on-board components or stationary components for heating, cooling and other needs. Extended idling has a significant impact upon air quality. On a national scale, extended truck idling contributes, annually, 11 million tons of carbon dioxide, 200,000 tons of oxides of nitrogen, and 5,000 tons of particulate matter. Additionally, idling long haul trucks consume over one billion gallons of fuel, costing over $2 billion annually. The SmartWay Transport Partnership is an innovative program developed by EPA and the freight industry to reduce greenhouse gases and air pollution, and to promote cleaner, more efficient ground freight transportation. The Partnership provides companies with technical assistance, tools for evaluating opportunities, and help locating financing to purchase these technologies. To learn more about EPA’s SmartWay Transport Partnership, please visit: http://www.epa.gov/smartway/ April 2007


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Securing a Future for Yourself and the Planet: Online Graduate Degrees in the Environment by Kat Godfrey These days it seems there are attempts to make every aspect of life greener—from every line of business to every chosen lifestyle—and institutions of higher education all over the United States are doing their best to keep up with a burgeoning demand for environmental professionals. This environmental awakening and its ensuing transformation of priorities has been so far-reaching that those searching for graduate programs in the environment vary widely from mid-career professionals needing to acquaint themselves with environmental management and ethics, to recent undergraduates resolving to be part of the solution, to environmental professionals just trying to keep up in this fast-evolving field. With so much of this audience occupied with careers, family and countless other commitments, the demand for environmental programs offered through distance education has mushroomed, as have college and university attempts to meet this very critical need. Web-based education specifically offers a more convenient and efficient way to earn college credit, allowing students to continue to work and travel while participating in classes by posting responses to online discussion boards every few days. Since online courses are in particular demand, institutions are finding that in a field so directly concerned with the physical world, it can prove a real challenge to supply programs online that have the same emphasis on applied knowledge as typical graduate coursework. Online degrees, while good for those professionals who already have experience, may not be the best bet for undergraduates. Many aspiring environmental professionals “find they need experience to get a paying job working for the environment,

but the kind of experience they’ll need depends on what they are trying to do,” says Cindy Kang, Associate Director of Green Corps, an organization dedicated to giving future environmental leaders the training necessary for success. Real leadership needs to be demonstrated, especially for aspiring advocates who must practice their skills on the ground, says Jesse Littlewood, Green Corps’ Recruitment Director. If we are to make real progress in saving the planet, “the right people who make the right decisions have to get out there and communicate their ideas with the public.” By requiring students to take on community projects, company management plans, internships, and strategicallyoriented theses and research papers, however, many institutions are finding valuable ways to provide a practical component to the virtual classroom. Multiple universities will be posting their alumni’s final projects on the worldwide web starting this year. While online education offers convenience and often a better price tag than its on-campus counterpart, it requires discipline, motivation, and strong writing skills as students are graded in large part on the quality and frequency of their participation in web-facilitated discussions. “Some students may also miss the personal connections fostered in the traditional classroom setting,” says Michael McGuire at the University of Denver, suggesting that such learners take their courses on-campus, made available in the evenings. Familiar with the stunning campus, Richard Hill, architect and alum of the University of Denver‘s online environmental programs, is one such student who missed the atmosphere afforded by this “mini-Princeton.” Combining on-campus with online coursework—a requirement at many institutions—helps students feel connected to the university and develop a sense of community with faculty and fellow students. Another asset that may be missed in online education is exposure to issues local to the university, although this is often offset by “exposure to the experiences of students around the country and even the world,” notes Paula Demos, of the Environmental Policy and Management and Geographic Information Systems programs at the University of Denver. Enrolling in a single online course at first is a good way to try out distance education before diving into a degree program. Online degrees are widely accepted as equivalent to those earned traditionally and transcripts rarely specify how degrees are earned. Employers focus instead on where you earned your degree, as the same faculty member typically

teaches both the online and on-campus versions of a course. Many professors actually find teaching online helpful as they incorporate technology into their classrooms and because online enrollees are often professionals, allowing professors to learn quite a bit from their own students. While only a few graduate programs in the environmental field have been made available for distance learners, they vary significantly in content, format, and requirements. Offering a Master of Environmental Policy and Management with numerous possible concentrations as well a number of certificates, the University of Denver’s online program for graduates combines the study of environmental science and technology with policy, practical applications, and ethics. Denver’s Master’s degree is particularly flexible as it does not have heavy science requirements and can be completed at in as little as a year and a half or as many as five years, rather than the typical two, allowing working adults to take whole semesters off. Online classes typically register about fifteen students and are conducted through asynchronous communication (meaning you can participate at any time of the day or night), allowing students to meet class participation requirements at their own convenience. The University of Denver’s Environmental Policy and Management Program, online since 1996, recruits its instructors from the field in order to ensure that students are trained in the latest practices and is currently considering adding sustainability and alternative energy to the curriculum. Many of its students come from corporate, government and non-profit careers in the US, Africa, Asia – even Antarctica—and find that learning from each other about environmental affairs in far-off places has been an invaluable component to their online education. If exposure to students from around the world or expertise in sustainability appeals to you, the United Nations University’s Global Virtual University (GVU) offers both with an online Master in Global Environment and Development Studies with possible concentrations in Development Management

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The First and Only Guide to Green Design Education This carefully researched directory of ecological design and building schools in North America features an annotated listing of schools and educational centers offering top programs in ecological building design and construction. The guide also offers a comprehensive 20-year review of sustainable design education and discussion of current educational offerings, plus extensive tables comparing school programs, listings of curricular resources, related organizations, and individual instructors. Author Sandra Leibowitz Earley is an architect who focuses on greener solutions for the built environment. She founded Sustainable Design Consulting and has authored and co-authored pioneering articles and guidance documents on a variety of ecological building subjects, including the 1998 edition of the HOK Sustainable Design Guide, the 1999 edition of GreenSpec and the US Green Building Council Toolkit for State and Local Governments. Ecological Design and Building Schools substantially updates and expands upon her 1996 publication – Eco-Building Schools. “valuable to all design and building professionals, not just students.” – David Arkin, AIA, Arkin Tilt Architects “A comprehensive resource covering the scope of offerings in sustainable design education today. This book also traces the evolution of practical training in sustainable design, serving the student, practitioner, and educator.” – Margot McDonald, AIA, Professor of Architecture. Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo New Village Press is public-benefit publishing venture of Architects/Designers/Planners for Social Responsibility. Purchase this book directly from New Village Press or bookstores across the United States and Canada.

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Staff Planner - Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Howard R. Green Company, a consulting engineering and architecture firm with 90-years of history and strong focus on a growing future, is looking for exceptionally talented individuals ready to begin the next stage of their professional journey. We are currently seeking a Staff Planner to assist with the expansion of our team in Cedar Rapids, IA. The Staff Planner is responsible for the completion of short- and long-term planning, funding for transportation studies for city, state and federal clients. Projects may include site impact analysis, facility capacity analysis, travel demand modeling, planning and evaluation of ITS deployments and test, corridor studies, transportation alternatives analysis, economic evaluation, and policy analysis. Assigned tasks will be completed under the general supervision of the Group Leader, Project Manager or more experienced planners. This Staff Planner is expected to apply the concepts learned through required education and prior professional experience to solve engineering tasks as assigned. Provides guidance and may direct the activities of non-exempt staff in completion of assigned work. The position requires active interaction with elected officials, staff of local jurisdictions, State and Federal agency officials and members of the public. The Staff Planner must possess a bachelors or masters degree from an accredited four-year or graduate planning program. Possesses three or more years of relevant engineering, community or regional development or other relevant experience. Advanced knowledge of office software (Word, Excel, etc.), GIS or engineering analysis and automation tools is preferred. Must have the demonstrated ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Must possess a valid state driver’s license and must be able to drive a vehicle. PE or AICP certification/licensure preferred. Howard R. Green Company, 8710 Earhart Lane SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404, www.hrgreen.com.

Ph.D. Graduate Assistantship - Ph.D. Graduate Assistantship in Northern Bobwhite and Scaled Quail Molecular Genetics, Taxonomy and Biogeography. The successful applicant will conduct research on the molecular genetics, taxonomy, and biogeography for northern bobwhite and scaled quail, and perhaps other species of North American quails. The successful applicant will be expected to 1) collect samples of bobwhite and scaled quail DNA from museum specimens and other sources 2) extract, amplify and sequence bobwhite and scaled quail DNA, 3) become familiar with statistical techniques for analyzing and interpreting data from points 1 and 2 above, 4) make technical presentations at scientific meetings, and 5) publish results of their research in scientific journals. Portions of the research will be used by the successful applicant for their or Ph.D. dissertation. Texas A&M University-Kingsville, Kingsville, Texas (approx. 45 miles south of Corpus Christi, Texas). Qualifications Required: M.S. in wildlife science, ecology, range science, biology, animal science, or closely related fields. A strong work ethic, good verbal and written communication skills, ability to work independently, and an ability and willingness to travel throughout North America. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and competitive GRE scores. Qualifications desired: Experience with and knowledge of Geographic Information Systems, and statistical analysis software. Send a cover letter stating interests and career goals, resume/cv, original transcripts, GRE scores, and names, phone numbers and email addresses of 3 references to: Dr. Leonard A. Brennan, Endowed Chair for Quail Research, Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, 700 University Blvd, MSC 218, Kingsville, TX 78363; 361/2152237. Email: leonard.brennan@tamuk.edu. Close Date: May 15, 2007. Assistants - Responsible field assistants are needed from May 2007 through November 2007 (dates negotiable) to assist with site construction, collection of field data, data entry, and laboratory work. The research project is attempting to simulate regional climate warming by increasing both air and soil temperature in greenhouses located near Thompson, Manitoba, Canada (55° 53’N, 98° 20’W.) Professor Stith Gower in the Department of Forest Ecology and Management at the University of Wisconsin leads the project. We expect field assistants to be able to work under severe climate conditions, participate in manual labor and possess a good work ethic. Graduate students will oversee field and laboratory operations. All technical skills will be taught in the field; however candidates are expected to have basic computer skills. Assistants will live rent free in a four bedroom suburban home, but will be responsible for their own food and field clothes. Assistants will make between $7 and $9.50 per hour based on experience. This is an opportunity to gain valuable research experience surrounded by remote boreal forest, beautiful water ways and the Northern lights. Applicants interested should e-mail a brief statement of interest and a resume as an attached Word document to: Dustin Bronson (drbronson@wisc.edu). Close Date: Until Filled. SCA Exotic Plant Management Intern - This National Park Service exotic plant management program is looking for 4 interns who are interested in working with protection of native ecosystems through invasive species eradication. This experience will provide team members a first hand picture of the multitude of elements in working with two stellar invasive species programs. The position is based out of two of California’s finest coastal national parks; Golden Gate National Recreation Area and Point Reyes National Seashore. The headlands cover a spectacularly scenic panorama of thunderous ocean breakers, rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, open grasslands and forested ridges. Conduct exotic invasive plant removal using a variety of techniques, including hand-pulling, mechanical removal using weed wrenches, pulaskis; use of chainsaws and brushcutters, and herbicide application; collect and manage treatment and GPS/GIS data; maintain and repair equipment. SCA offers paid travel to and from site, a weekly living allowance, housing or housing stipend, low cost accident coverage, and an Americorps education award. To apply please visit SCA’s website at www.thesca.org and reference position code 4198. Close Date: Until Filled. Fisheries Intern - Under supervision, assists staff biologists with the implementation of fisheries management and enhancement programs. The ongoing projects with which the Fisheries Intern will assist include snorkel surveys for endangered coho salmon and monitoring of aquatic habitat enhancement projects. Position operates out of Sky Oaks Headquarters in Fairfax, under the direction of the Fisheries Program Manager, and may be extended for up to 6 months. Desired Background: Must be 18 years or older and have a

California Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record. Must be able to perform heavy physical work under difficult environmental conditions. Ability to swim. Candidate for or recipient of a Bachelor’s degree, with an emphasis on natural resource management.; techniques for conducting scientific study and biological investigations of fish and wildlife resources; experience with fish identification and sampling (e.g., electrofishing and snorkeling); ability to collect detailed, accurate field data with minimal supervision; word processing and computer applications of data analysis (including Word, Excel, internet, etc.); hiking on uneven terrain, swimming, and wading in stream carrying moderate to heavy equipment. Obtain an application from Marin Municipal Water District Human Resources Department in person at 220 Nellen Avenue, Corte Madera, or by calling the Job Hotline at 415-945-1433. You will also find the application online at www.marinwater.org. Complete the application and the supplemental application in full. You may attach a resume but it is not acceptable as a substitute for any part of the application or supplemental application. To be considered for a position, you must submit the following documents: MMWD Application, Supplemental Application, Department of Motor Vehicles Printout of Driving Record (Form H6) if required. Close Date: Until Filled. Grassland Field Technician – Three are needed from approximately May 8 through July 15 2007, by the Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory to conduct grassland bird point counts in western Nebraska, Comanche, Kiowa and Rita Blanca National Grasslands. The main duties of the chosen technicians include, completion of training, conducting point counts, surveying prairie dog colonies and data entry, for the study area previously listed. Strong bird identification, orienteering/navigation skills using GPS and experience with point counts and/or transects are a plus, but the ability to work independently - and alone - in the field in often fairly remote conditions is exceedingly important. Binoculars, camping gear, a reliable vehicle with proof of insurance and a valid driver’s license are required. Monthly salary ($1400-$1800/mo DOE), and anticipated reimbursements (i.e., mileage, lodging). Please send a cover letter stating interest, a resume, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Rob Sparks, Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory, 230 Cherry Street, Ft. Collins, CO 80521. We can also accept resumes via e-mail at rob.sparks@rmbo.org in Word or Word Perfect formats ONLY. Close Date: May 1, 2007. Marine Mammal Field Volunteer - Volunteer positions are available to help an on-going field study on California sea lions in the Gulf of California, Mexico. The project is conducted through Arizona State University and trips depart from Phoenix, AZ. Field work entails collecting detailed behavioral data on tagged and untagged sea lions at rookeries, conducting population censuses, assisting with camp duties, and more. Field conditions are extreme: it is VERY hot and there are only limited opportunities to swim. Primitive camping in field. Must have own tent, binoculars, basic camping/field gear, keen eye, and positive attitude. Spanish a plus. Details from previous field seasons can be found at: http://www.public.asu.edu/~lrgerbe/. Applicants will be chosen based on past experience and ability to attend both field trips and training in Phoenix before the first trip. Trip dates are: 15-25 of June and July. Volunteers responsible for transport to/from Phoenix and spending money en route to field site. Field expenses are covered by project. Please send resume and list of 2-3 references via email if interested: julie.k.young@asu.edu. Close Date: May 1, 2007. Avian Field Assistants - We are studying dispersal behaviour, social behaviour and gene flow in the fragmented Eucalyptus woodlands of SE Australia. Volunteers are needed from 25 July through 24 October 2007 to assist with field work on the brown treecreeper (Climacteris picumnus), a small cooperatively breeding passerine bird which is endemic to Australia. Duties will include: mistnetting, banding, and blood sampling adults and juveniles; intensive radiotracking of dispersing yearlings; and conducting behavioural observations of colour-banded birds. Depending on additional funding, there may be an opportunity for some volunteers to spend an additional 6-8 weeks assisting with research on other woodland species. Applicants must be in good physical condition (there will be lots of walking and hill climbing while carrying a diverse array of gear), capable of working independently, and willing to work long hours with one day off per week. Prior experience with mistnetting, behavioural observation, radiotracking, data entry, and driving 4WD vehicles is desirable. An enthusiasm for scientific research and the ability to live and work well with diverse individuals are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to gain experience conducting field research before entering graduate school. Volunteers will need to provide their own transportation to Canberra, Australia. Room and board will be provided along with a small stipend. Send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for 3 references via e-mail (preferred) to Erik.Doerr@csiro.au or via snail-mail to Dr.’s Erik and Veronica Doerr, CSIRO Sustainable Ecosystems, GPO Box 284, Canberra, ACT 2601 AUSTRALIA. Close Date: Until Filled. Assistant - The Mojave Desert is home to several federally

listed threatened and endangered species and numerous BLM Special Status Species requiring active resource management and protection. Pressure from increasing population growth and the Las Vegas urban interface has led to an increase in illegal dumping on public lands causing public health and safety issues, proliferation of roads, and habitat deterioration for many Special Status Species and the environment. The Las Vegas Field Office’s Desert Cleanup and Restoration Program works directly with local communities to implement desert cleanup projects and restore disturbed areas. The aim of the Desert Cleanup and Restoration Program is to remove household trash, construction debris, tires, and abandoned vehicles from the public lands administered by BLM. Following initial cleanup activities, the Assistants and organized volunteers will work closely with the BLM Restoration Team on restoration projects including soil decompaction, planting mesquite or other live plants, applying vertical mulch, and seeding. Additional post-cleanup activities include resource protection and anti-dumping educational programs in schools and communities, creating and placing “No Dumping” signs, as well as the creation of informational/educational kiosks to discourage future violations. Compensation: $16.83/hour (GS 07 equivalent); Health and dental benefits; Travel/per diem for over-night travel Timeline: 6-month contract with start date ASAP (April/May 2007); Full time, 40 hours per week; No overtime. Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter, their résumé, and three references to Chris Warner, Great Basin Institute Research Associate Coordinator at warnerc@unr.nevada.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Field Technician - The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Oregon State University has openings for several seasonal positions with a Seabird Ecology/Restoration Project studying diet and behavioral ecology of Caspian terns, double-crested cormorants, and several gull species in coastal Oregon and the interior Columbia River basin. Studies will include on-colony behavioral and productivity observations, surveys to determine nesting and foraging distribution using vehicles, boats, and aircraft and diet sampling to determine the diet of piscivorous waterbirds. Applicants should have a strong interest in avian ecology, feel comfortable working on small boats and be a good swimmer. Preference will be given for knowledge of boat operation, seabird behavior, firearm use, fish identification experience, and possession of a bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Science or a related field. A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity is preferred. Positions require long hours (sometimes in bad weather) with infrequent and irregular time off. The work is physically strenuous and involves crawling on knees, bending over or stooping and sitting for extended periods of time. Employee will be required to use binoculars or spotting scopes for extended periods of time. This is an on-going project in collaboration with researchers from the USGS - Oregon Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit and Real Time Research, a private consulting firm. These positions will provide excellent field research experience and the employee can learn a great deal about seabird biology, ecology, and research. Further information about the project can be viewed at www.columbiabirdresearch. org. All duties must be performed with a high degree of quality, uniformity, and timeliness. The employee must work as a team member and may be required to live and work in close quarters and in isolated settings for extended periods of time. Housing and food costs may be covered for some positions. A completed application must consist of: 1) A letter of application addressing your qualifications as they relate to the specific duties described above, 2) a professional resume, 3) a list of three references, with telephone numbers and email addresses, who are familiar with the applicant’s professional qualifications: Jessica Adkins at Jessica.Adkins@oregonstate.edu (preferred). Close Date: Until Filled. Research Assistant - The Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center invites applications for temporary Hourly Research Assistant positions. These positions will begin in April or May 2007 and are 3 month positions to start, with the potential of being extended up to 9 months. On-site housing is provided on a limited basis, but is optional. The employees will assist with all aspects of ongoing research, including a variety of field and greenhouse-based work, such as above-ground biomass sampling, weeding and maintenance of seed propagation garden, native seed collection, vegetation sampling, and data entry. These positions will report directly to the Plant Ecology Lead Technician. Ability to conduct moderate to strenuous physical activity in the field, under demanding field conditions (i.e. heat, high humidity, and insects), and independently follow instructions is required. Qualifications: B.S. degree or coursework in biology, botany, horticulture, plant ecology or a related field. Experience with plant identification, and computer and laboratory-related experience is preferable. Wages: $7.00 per hour (limited housing available). $9.00 per hour (without housing). Send cover letter, resume, list of pertinent courses and list of references with phone numbers to: Plant Ecology Hourly Worker, Attn: Cindy Craft, Joseph Jones Ecological Research Center, Route 2 Box 2324, Newton, GA 39870-9651. Send information by Email to: cindy.craft@jonesctr.org, FAX (229)734-4707. For specific

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Biology & Ecology questions or more information on this position, please contact: Melanie Kaeser, Plant Ecology Lead Technician by Email: mkaeser@jonesctr.org. Telephone: (229)734-4706. Close Date: Until Filled. Ecological Post-Doc - Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position in the laboratory of Dr. Carlos Corrada (Computer Sciences) of the University of Puerto Rico – Rio Piedras. Along with Dr. Mitchell Aide (Biology) we will develop a generic system for remote automated data collection, analysis, and dissemination. To accomplish this goal we have assemble a team of students and professors in computer science and biology to establish the Automated Remote Biodiversity Monitoring Network (ARBIMON). ARBIMON will continuously and remotely census bird and amphibian species based on sound, it will automatically identify species using machine-learning algorithms, and it will disseminate data and results in real time in a dynamic web page. The major products will include: open source software (automated sound acquisition and analysis, automated data transfer, creation of dynamic web content; database architecture) and a publicly accessible database with all the original recordings, climate data, and bird and amphibian population dynamics from tropical montane cloud forests. Candidates should be highly motivated with a Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Biology, Computer Science or related discipline. Candidates should have prior experience in machine learning and strong programming skills. Prior experience with grid/cluster computing and/or UNIX/Linux administration is considered a bonus, but not absolutely required. The successful candidate should have strong writing skills (i.e. publications). Although not required, conversational level Spanish will be a plus. Preference will be given to candidates that can begin July 1, 2007. Evaluation of applications will begin May 1, 2007 Applicants interested in applying should electronically send a curriculum vitae with the address of three references, and a copy of graduate transcripts. Send to: Dr. Carlos Corrada at ccorrada@cnnet. upr.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Wildlife Research Associate - We are carrying out longterm research in the Canadian Rocky Mountains investigating the ecological effects of roads on wildlife populations and the efficacy of measures designed to reduce their impacts. The Wildlife Research Associate will be expected to oversee and direct seasonal field technicians and will be responsible for supervising a variety of road ecology research, data management, data analysis, writing of technical reports, and communicating science. A commitment of at least 2 years is desired. Non-Canadians are encouraged to apply, however, Canadian citizens will be given preference. The long-term research (>10 years) takes place in the Canadian Rocky Mountain national parks and Kananaskis Country and is centred in Banff National Park, Alberta. Qualifications: MSc degree in biological sciences. Excellent quantitative skills (database mgt, statistical analysis, modelling). Excellent command of GIS (eg, ArcView, ArcGIS). Solid field research experience. Demonstrated ability to manage a field project involving multiple tasks and objectives. Good communication skills (oral and written; for professional and non-professional audiences). Keenly interested in and able to take leads on preparing manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals (preferably having published articles). Personable and able to work in team environment. Innovative thinker, takes initiative to learn on their own, and can work independently if needed. Keen interest in road ecology and working on science-based solutions to one of the greatest conservation challenges of the 21st century. Please send CV with cover letter and at least 3 references to: Tony Clevenger, PhD, Western Transportation Institute – MSU. Mailing address: 138 Birch Avenue, Harvie Heights, Alberta T1W 2W2. Email: tony.clevenger@pc.gc.ca. Close Date: Until Filled. Biological Technician - The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Ash Meadow National Wildlife Refuge, is recruiting two Biological Technicians to assist Refuge staff with restoring habitat conditions on the Refuge, with a specific focus on aquatic non-native species. Ash Meadows NWR, established June 18, 1984, is an oasis that lies within the Mojave Desert. The refuge is comprised of over 23,000 acres of spring-fed wetlands and alkaline desert uplands and provides habitat for at least 24 plants and animals found nowhere else in the world. The Biological Technicians will focus on four major tasks on the refuge: (1) Non-native aquatic fauna control/eradication (trapping, spearing, netting), and native aquatic fauna surveys; (2) Removal of non-native and planting of native streambank vegetation; (3) Maintenance and monitoring for the endangered Ash Meadows Naucorid (Ambrysus amargosus); and (4) Restoration actions including drip line instillation/maintenance and native seed collecting. The Biological Technicians will maintain all field data equipment and tools, maintain accurate and detailed activity logs, collect appropriate biological data, and input current and archived paper data into electronic databases. $14.00/hour; Health and dental benefits provided; Housing provided in the Ash Meadows NWR bunkhouse (Amenities/ Facilities include, individual room w/desk, living room w/tv dvd/vcr, refrigerator, and bathroom/shower). 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experience using GPS equipment and following established field collection protocols; At least one year of field experience (or equivalent combination during different field seasons), desirable; Knowledge of or experience using MS Access and/or Excel for database management; Knowledge of Mojave desert flora/fauna, desirable; Familiarity with off-road driving and/or ATV training; Ability to work with a positive attitude in harsh, variable desert conditions; and Willingness and ability to perform physical labor including but not limited to manual removal of non-native vegetation, and planting of native vegetation. Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter, their résumé, and a list of three professional references to Chris Warner, Research Associate Coordinator, at warnerc@unr.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.

Biologists Adventurous biologists to observe catches onboard commercial fishing boats off the coast of Alaska. Duties include collecting representative samples of the catch, sorting, recording and measuring different species and documenting sightings of marine mammals and birdlife. Requires a B.S. in biology or natural sciences, a college level statistics course and a flexible attitude. Strenuous working conditions. Opportunities year-round. Training provided. Excellent stair-step salaries and room and board provided while on contract. U.S. citizenship required. E-mail, mail or fax resume to Saltwater Recruiting, 132 Theo Dr. Talent OR 97540. Fax: (541) 535-5651, Tel: (541) 535-5308, e-mail: mary@saltwaterinc.com Visit our website: http://www.saltwaterinc.com

Wildlife Biologist - Responsible for collecting data on wildlife use of retained structures in and adjacent to final timber harvest units in Oregon or Washington. Data collection techniques will include direct observation and the use of remote photographic equipment. Physical description of individual retained structures (e.g., trees, snags, downed wood) will also be noted. Familiarity with compasses, GPS units, and 4-wheel drive trucks. Perform additional project work (e.g., assist with collection of vegetation inventory data) with oversight from the project manager or a colleague assigned this responsibility. Perform data quality tests and properly manage data on a daily basis. Demonstrate an ability to work effectively with others toward meeting the goals of the National Council for Air and Stream Improvement, Inc. Position will require working outdoors in potentially inclement weather and working on a crew of two. Must be able to get to and work from remote locations, drive forest roads safely, read maps, navigate through a forested landscape, and relate well with the public and project cooperators. Possess ability to carry-out associated field work that may involve exposure to inclement conditions and a necessity to hike carrying equipment (20 pounds or more) over rough terrain while performing duties. We are currently seeking to fill 2 positions each in Washington (near Aberdeen) and Oregon (near Roseburg). Requires Baccalaureate degree in wildlife or a related field; or 2 years of technical training and 2 years of experience in a related field. To apply, forward a single Word document with a resume identifying position of interest and three references with telephone numbers to (email preferred): Tammerah Garren, tgarren@ncasi.org. Close Date: Until Filled. Woodpecker Research Technician - Technicians will work with a Ph.D. student conducting foraging and nesting ecology of Pileated Woodpeckers (PIWO) in eastern Arkansas with an emphasis on the conservation of the Ivory-billed Woodpecker. Primary responsibilities will be assistance with capture, attachment of radio-transmitters and tracking, and monitoring of Pileated Woodpeckers and nests in the Big Woods of eastern Arkansas. Other duties include habitat measurements, arthropod sampling, and use of high resolution camera/video equipment. Field work will require long work hours (sunrise to sunset), adverse conditions (wading through/canoeing through swampland, hot/humid weather, biting insects, and climbing trees). Work will start ASAP and END on JUNE 30 with the possibility of an extension until July. No holidays or vacations may be taken during time of employment. There is a high probability that one technician would be eligible for a M.S. graduate position at Arkansas State University. Qualifications: Experience in wildlife biology or closely related field. Preference will be give to individuals with a completed undergraduate degree and field experience. Ability to collect and process field data accurately with strong attention to detail. Working independently and well with others while maintaining a positive attitude in a remote setting is a must. Enthusiastic, well-organized, and in good physical condition. Experience

with radio-telemetry equipment, GPS and compass navigation, and some experience handling wildlife or birds (PIWOs will be feisty). Good eyesight and hearing are important. To Apply - submit cover letter that details qualifications for this position and your future interests, CV or resume with at least 3 references to Brandon L. Noel (see below for contact information). No applications will be accepted via snail mail, all applications should be submitted via email. BrandonL.Noel@smail.astate.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Field Intern - Field Interns needed to conduct point counts for forest songbirds in the Willapa Hills of southwest Washington State. Primary duties will include conducting point counts and entering data. All applicants must have previous experience conducting multi-species bird surveys, must demonstrate ability to identify birds of the Pacific Northwest by sight and sound, and must have good hearing. These positions require working very early mornings and walking long distances through dense second-growth forest on very steep terrain. Perks of the job include: opportunity to participate in research that will help guide forest restoration, opportunity to observe abundant wildlife, outstanding scenery, and proximity to the beaches of the Washington and Oregon coast. Employment will begin approximately 10 May, and continue until 4 July. Work will follow a 10-day on, 4-day off schedule, weather permitting, and successful candidate will camp on-site with 1-2 other employees while working. Shared housing will be provided in Mount Vernon, Washington (approximately 3 hours from project site) on days off, if desired. Pay rate: $10.50/hour. To apply, please send a cover letter summarizing your interest in the project and your relevant experience, a current resume, and contact information for 2 references to Dr. John Lloyd (jobs AT ecoinst DOT org). For more information about Ecostudies Institute and this project, visit our website at http://www. ecoinst.org. Close Date: Until Filled. Winter Caretakers - The Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory is seeking applications for winter caretakers. The Lab is a not for profit high altitude (9,400 feet) field station located in Gothic, Colorado. Duties include: weekly to bi-monthly town trips, maintaining a Nordic hut, shoveling roofs, and surveying buildings throughout the winter. Dates: Applicant should be available from September - May. Dates are somewhat flexible. Benefits include: Free housing, utilities, and a $1200 food stipend. During the winter, the Lab is isolated and travel to the nearest town, Crested Butte, is via ski or snowshoe only. For more info, contact: Mel Dean for more information or to request an application, admin at rmbl.org or 970-349-7231. See website for more information: www.rmbl.org (Jobs/Internships). Close Date: May 7, 2007. Research Assistant - Under the direction of staff biologists, the Research Assistants (RA) write wildlife management reports and create maps for corporate sites. RAs are also responsible for assisting with tasks associated with our annual conference, carrying out some general clerical and administrative duties and working on special projects as assigned. We seek a creative, enthusiastic person with a BS/BA in wildlife biology, natural resources or related field. Excellent writing and editing skills, proficiency with MS Word/ Excel, and familiarity and experience with wildlife habitat management techniques are essential. Other characteristics important for the job include attention to detail, and the ability to set priorities, work under deadlines and work effectively with minimal supervision. Compensation for this position includes a salary of $24,000 with benefits. Send cover letter, resume, two writing samples (sole author only), and list of three references to: Attn: RA Search Committee, Wildlife Habitat Council, 8737 Colesville Road, Suite 800, Silver Spring, MD 20910. Fax: 301-588-4629. E-mail: ageorge@wildlifehc.org. Close Date: June 1, 2007. Southern Appalachian Salamander Field Assistant - This position involves intense fieldwork that is being conducted in the Southern Appalachian Mountains at the Highlands Biological Field Station, North Carolina. The successful candidate will assist in the collection of data on the demography of 4 genera of salamanders (Desmognathus, Eurycea, Gyrinophilus, and Pseudotriton) as well as environmental variables associated with these salamanders. Additional duties will include collecting invertebrate samples, data entry, and other duties as assigned by the principle investigator. Fieldwork will require varied hours (including some nighttime work) in remote locations, often during periods of inclement weather. The purpose of this research is to develop biologically based management criteria for protecting stream salamanders. Specifically, we will determine the impacts of stream buffer width on stream salamander distribution and diversity. Project Location and Duration: The study will be conducted in the Nantahala National Forest, North Carolina. The position will start during mid-May of 2007 and run through mid-August of 2007, with start and end dates somewhat flexible. Preferred Skills: Experience in handling and identifying amphibian species, use of computer programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel, and the ability to work independently. A valid driver’s license is required. Stipend and Housing: A monthly stipend will be provided for the time worked and will be $2,500 - $3,500 depending on experience. Housing

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expenses at the Highlands Biological Station will be paid by the primary investigator. Application Procedure: In order to be considered for this position, send a cover letter, current resume or CV, and the names and contact information of at least 2 references to the investigator listed below. Electronic submission preferred. Send to: Bill Peterman, University of Missouri, Division of Biological Sciences, 213 Tucker Hall, Columbia, MO 65211-7400. Phone: (573) 884-7883. Email: WEPeterman@mizzou.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Field Technician - Set out and collect bait and pitfall traps for ants, and traps for phorid flies. Identify ants and phorid flies to species level and other arthropods to order level. Record abundance information Store and label specimens in alcohol vials or in pinned collections. Curate materials and maintain records. Dig fire ant colonies, extract ants using drips to sieve and weigh the colonies. Perform simple mapping using GPS to set out transects and record features. Perform vegetation surveys using point-quarter method. Collect soil samples and run simple soil analyses. Apply ant pesticide in experimental sites. Use field equipment for recording temperatures and moisture levels.Record all data in field datasheets and journals, and transcribe into spreadsheets. Perform simple analyses and prepare reports on field work. Co-ordinate with research scientists to develop experimental protocols. Travel to Austin lab for meetings. Co-ordinate with landowners for access, security and safety, and ensure minimal disruption to landowners operations Co-ordinate with lab management for administration, schedules, training, vehicles, equipment and supplies. Purchase materials as instructed. Maintain vehicles in clean, roadworthy condition and update vehicle logbook. Required qualifications: High school graduation or GED. A combination of two years of experience in a natural science field. Licenses: Class “C” Operator’s Driver’s License. Applicant selected must provide a current three year Driving Record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver’s License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Preferred qualifications: Undergraduate degree in biological sciences. Strong background in entomology. At least one year experience in field ecological studies and experiments. Working knowledge of south Texas plant types. Computer skills should include spreadsheet and database management. Experience using GPS and field instruments for environmental measurements. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills needed. Demonstrated ability to performance as a member of a dynamic research team. To apply see: http://utdirect.utexas. edu/pnjobs/pnjobsvw.WBX?job_nbr=070320014480. Close Date: Until Filled. Intern Wildlife Biologist - Paid intern wildlife biologist positions available throughout the year for U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, California Condor Recovery Program, located in Ventura, CA. This is one of the oldest endangered species programs, with many governmental and nongovernmental partners. Interns will be required to: work as a member of a team; work in extreme weather conditions in remote areas ; occasionally camp; use radio telemetry to locate and track radio-tagged condors; observe feeding and nesting condors from blinds; lift 60 lb carcasses into vehicles and hike them out into remote areas; construct and maintain trails, condor release/holding facilities and other structures; assist in the handling of condors; drive ATV’s; keep accurate records, maintain a daily field notebook, enter data into spreadsheets; do routine office work. Knowledge/Experience required as follows. Essential: valid drivers license; bachelors degree (or pursuing) in wildlife management, natural resources, or related field. Preferable: experience in remote field locations; 4WD vehicle experience; ability to drive standard transmission; ATV driving experience. Interns are required to commit to full-time work for a minimum of 6 months. Start and finish dates are flexible throughout the year. Ten days on, four days off in a two week period is standard. Lodging is provided on refuge in a remote location during the work shift. Lodging not provided for days off, although it may be available on a space available basis. No pets allowed. Stipend payment for interns is $45.00 per day. Please send cover letter, resume, dates of availability, and three references to Richard_Posey@fws.gov. Close Date: Until Filled. Marine Research Officers - Assist the Principal Marine Investigator in implementing the standard programme of research to cover each survey component, namely: subtidal habitat mapping and fish census; intertidal survey; mangrove survey; fisheries programme; and public awareness-raising; Assist the Principal Marine Investigator in the accredited and non-accredited training of the volunteer Research Assistants and other project participants in survey techniques and supervise their implementation in the field survey; Assist the Principal Marine Investigator in managing the collection and processing of accurate field data, including specimen collection, for all survey components; Ensure that the specimens collected on each phase are adequately pres erved; Produce sections of the technical reports and scientific papers to the schedule agreed with the Principal Marine Investigator and the Research Manager (London HQ); Assist the Principal Marine Investigator in managing and supervising the maintenance of the project’s scientific resources; Provide the Principal Marine Investigator with regular progress updates and ensure that these updates are

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Biology & Ecology passed on to the Research Manager; Assist with the logistical operations relating to the project including administration and management of finances; production of accounts and reports; allocation, use and maintenance of project resources; Management of local staff; and supervision of the activities of and ensuring the health and safety of project staff, volunteers and host country participants This is a 12 month contract with the possibility of extension. Please note: Remuneration is granted on a sliding scale depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, and availability. Please email your CV and letter of interest to Keely at operations@frontier.ac.uk or see full application details at www.frontier.ac.uk. Close Date: Until Filled.

be substituted as appropriate. Undergraduate degree in biological science. Strong background in entomology. At least one year experience in field ecological studies and experiments. Knowledge of ant taxonomy, and experience measuring ant community composition and species abundance. Computer skills should include spreadsheet and database management. Experience using GPS and field instruments for environmental measurements. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills needed. Demonstrated ability to performance as a member of a dynamic research team.To apply see: http://utdirect.utexas. edu/pnjobs/pnjobsvw.WBX?job_nbr=070320024480. Close Date: Until Filled.

Ecologist/Program Manager - The Institute for Wildlife Studies is seeking to hire an ecologist to oversee a conservation program for the endangered San Clemente Loggerhead Shrike, one of the most endangered bird populations in North America. We are currently involved in monitoring the wild population, releasing captive-bred birds to the wild, and providing protection of the population through control of introduced predators. Other projects requiring oversight by the Program Manager include studies on the federally threatened San Clemente Sage Sparrow and the Island Fox. The project will oversee the activities of four project leaders who intern direct the activities of 19 full-time and seasonal biologists. Job duties include assisting in experimental design and data analysis, preparation of reports and publications, occasional participation in data collection, and presentations at professional meetings. The Program Manager will collaborate with a wide range of agencies, organizations and researchers involved in the recovery process, and will attend weekly or biweekly meetings with the interagency Shrike Working Group. The position will be based out of our office in San Diego, California, but occasional multi-day visits to San Clemente Island will be required. Qualifications: Applicants should have: (1) a Ph.D. in wildlife ecology or related field, (2) administrative experience in directing the activities of other researchers, (3) experience working on large-scale or multiagency projects, and (4) strong quantitative, writing, and organizational skills. Experience working with passerine species and/or with endangered species issues would be considered a plus. Salary is $5,667/mo. plus benefits. Contact: David Garcelon; garcelon@iws.org. Close Date: Until Filled.

Judge Bay Wetlands Sanctuary Intern - The intern position is for a 3.5 or 4 month period. The preferred start date is April 15, but this could be pushed back to May 1. The work project ends on August 15. Interns work five full days a week; occasionally nights and on weekends. We are accepting applications from university students to participate in new and on-going studies of turtles and wetlands for the 2007 field season. The fieldwork takes place at the Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, a 1400-acre research station and environmental education center located on the Patuxent River Estuary, 20 miles east of Washington, D.C. Stipend Award $3,600 stipend. There is no on-site housing at this time. Interns will need to find their own housing accommodations. Applicant must be a junior, senior, or recent graduate majoring in the life sciences. Must be motivated, capable of independent work, and enjoy learning about the natural world. Fieldwork is in wet and muddy habitats. Experience with small boats, kayaks, and canoes is a plus. Please send all of the following: 1. Resume 2. Statement of intent, including summary of academic and field experience, qualifications, career goals, and interests. Tell us why you want the position. 3. Transcripts (need not be “official”) 4. Names, email addresses and phone numbers of three academic or professional references. Send application by email to: Christopher Swarth cswarth@jugbay.org. To learn more about the Sanctuary, visit our web site at www.jugbay.org. Close Date: Until Filled.

Research Fellow - Foundation for Revitalisation of Local Health Traditions (FRLHT), a NGO based in Bangalore, India, is a registered Public Trust and Charitable Society, which started its activities outlined below in March 1993. FRLHT holds the view that in an era of globalization, India should make fuller use of her rich and diverse medicinal plant knowledge for her own needs and confidently share on fair terms with the rest of the world, products and services based on her heritage. The Ministry of Science & Technology, India recognizes FRLHT as a scientific and research organization. The Ministry of Environment and Forests, India has designated FRLHT as a National Center of Excellence for medicinal plants and traditional knowledge. You can find more information about the NGO in www.frlht. org. FRLHT is looking for Research Fellows and consultant for their ongoing projects in India. Qualifications: Masters in Business Administration with expereince, Masters in social studies or Masters in Agricultural Economics / Agricultural Extension or Masters in Forestry or Post graduate Diploma in Natural Resource Management with minimum of 2 years experience in the field. Preference will be given to people who are having good writing, communication skill, analytical skill and management skill. For the following posts, you may send an application with full curriculum vitae and two reference letters to ga.kinhal@frlht.org, j.rao@frlht.org, vidya.venkatesh@frlht.org, rrthur@rediffmail.com. Close Date: Until Filled. Field Technician - Perform field protocols for measuring fire ant, native ant, and phorid fly abundances. Set out and collect bait trap and pitfall trap plots for ants. Performed detailed bating assays of species interactions. Trap for phorid flies. Delineate distribution of phorid flies by setting out and collecting large-scale, road-based transects of phorid traps. Sort, and count ants and other arthropods from pitfall traps. Identify ants and phorid flies to species level and other arthropods to order level. Record abundance information. Record all data in field datasheets and journals, and transcribe into spreadsheets. Perform simple analyses and prepare reports on field work. Perform simple mapping using GPS to set out transects and record features. Store and label specimens in alcohol vials or in pinned collections. Curate materials and maintain records. Maintain vehicles in clean, roadworthy condition and update vehicle logbook. Required qualifications: High school graduation or GED. A combination of two years of experience in a natural science field, or a technical laboratory. A strong work ethic and attention to detail. Ability to work outside throughout the summer. Tolerance of heat and fire ant stings. Commitment to safety. Licenses: Class “C” Operator’s Driver’s License. Applicant selected must provide a current three year Driving Record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver’s License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may

Seasonal Field Technicians - Colorado State University will hire six individuals on a temporary basis at Fort Bliss, Texas for approx. 12 weeks starting July. Field vehicles provided. Housing not provided. Assist with various vegetation monitoring projects. Collect data, identify plants, sample methods, land navigation and GPS. Work outdoors, drive four-wheel drive vehicles over rough roads in remote locations, data collection, and extreme weather conditions. Qualifications: BS/BA degree in range, botany, biology, ecology, forestry, or related. Applicants with coursework and/or experience in plant identification and vegetation sampling methods will also be considered. Familiarity with southwest ecology, ability to identify plants, experience with vegetation monitoring, and ability to work well with others. Experience with GPS is desirable. Applicants must be willing and able work in extreme conditions, use a compass and topographic maps, and be familiar with computer operation and data entry. U.S. driver’s license. To apply: Mail, email, or fax a resume, list of three references (including phone number), photocopies of college transcripts, and cover letter describing your qualifications to: Dave Jones, CEMML;CSU, 1490 Campus Delivery, Fort Collins, CO 80523-1490.mFAX (970)491-2713. Applications are accepted until June 15 or until filled. For questions, please contact Dave Jones at (970) 491-7190 or David.Jones@colostate.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Research Technician II – Texas. The Moore Ecohydrology Lab in the department of Rangeland Ecology and Management at Texas A&M University is seeking a highly motivated candidate for a one-year full-time position (with potential extension) to assist with research on the ecophysiology of giant reed, Arundo donax. Arundo is an invasive plant common in natural and artificial drainages throughout the southern United States. The purpose of this project is to characterize the growth and water use characteristics of this invasive plant using a leaf gas exchange system, in field populations and in a greenhouse. Part of the research is directed at the effect of potential biological control agents on Arundo’s physiology. We are searching for a highly responsible individual with a B.S. or M.S. in plant ecology, plant physiology, or a related natural science field. Prior research experience in field ecology is highly desired. Previous experience using a LI-COR 6400 gas exchange photosynthesis system is preferred. The successful candidate must work well both independently and in groups, be willing to travel frequently to remote research sites (at times right along the border with Mexico), and be capable of working in the hot and humid conditions of Texas summers. Work will be conducted in College Station, TX as well as the Rio Grande basin from McAllen to Brownsville, TX and the nearby Moore Air Base, a USDA facility. The position is available beginning May 1, 2007 (with up to two week’s flexibility) and is located on-campus at Texas A&M in College Station. Salary for the one year term will be $30,000, plus health insurance and retirement benefits. If interested, please submit electronically a brief letter of interest, resume/CV, and contact information for 3 referees to: Dr. Georgianne Moore, Department of Rangeland Ecology and Management, Texas A&M University, gwmoore@tamu.edu.

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REU Applicants - La Sevilleta LTER, Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico. 10 week program starting June 4 th, 2007. The Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program supports active research participation by undergraduate students in any of the areas of research funded by the National Science Foundation. REU projects involve students in meaningful ways in ongoing research programs or in research projects designed especially for the purpose. The Sevilleta LTER is seeking REU applicants for the summer. The Sevilleta LTER is an ecological research project funded by the National Science Foundation, where scientists and students are conducting long term studies of ecological pattern, processes and dynamics in riparian, grassland, shrub land and woodland ecosystems. Our research site is located 80km south of Albuquerque, NM, in and around the Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge. Students will receive a $1200/month stipend. *Housing is provided at NO COST at the Sevilleta LTER Field Station Citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions (e.g., Puerto Rico). Undergraduate students enrolled in a degree pro gram (full- or part-time) leading to a Bachelor’s degree. Application information can be found on the Sevilleta LTER webpage (sev.lternet.edu). If you have further questions please contact Jennifer Johnson – jjohnson@sevilleta.unm.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.

Assistant Aquarist - Assistant Aquarist (3 Month Seasonal Assignment) Seasonal position available The Assistant Aquarist will assist all levels of Husbandry Operations staff with the cleaning and maintenance of exhibit and holding tanks, diet preparation and feeding, collecting for organisms and other husbandry tasks as needed. Please submit a cover letter with attached resume for consideration with three letters of reference. Must have previous experience with the care and maintenance of aquariums. Inclination toward the study and understanding of aquarium biology and systems. Must be able to work 40 hours per week. This position will run from April 1, 2007 through June 30, 2007. Interested applicants please submit a cover letter, and resume to: Monterey Bay Aquarium Attn: Human Resources Department Mauricio Madueno Human Resources Recruiter 886 Cannery Row Monterey, CA 93940 Jobs@mbayaq.org (no attachments). Close Date: Until Filled.

Botany Assistant Position available to assist botanist in resurvey of herbaceous and woody plants within multiple plots that differ in their abundance of invasive species and deer herbivory. Work is part of a multi-year National Park Service and Smithsonian Institutionsponsored study in Great Falls National Park, MDVA and the Conservation and Research Center, Front Royal, VA. Stipend of $1000/month, plus possibility of free housing. Need biology background and working knowledge of plant identification for eastern deciduous forests. Send resume, copy of transcript, and contact information for references to mcsheaw@si.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.

Wildlife Culturist – NM. The primary purpose of this position is to perform all aspects of daily animal husbandry and exhibit maintenance for birds, mammals, reptiles, fish, and invertebrates native to the Chihuahuan Desert. Participation in all other aspects of zoo/park operations as required at Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park. Educational requirements: Two years education from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: zoology, biology, wildlife, fisheries or animal sciences.(Please enter your education level on the Education and Work Experience page of the application even when submitting a resume). Experience: Three years experience in zoology, biology, wildlife, fisheries or animal sciences. Employment Requirements: Ability to obtain a valid New Mexico driver’s license An applicant’s additional experience and/or education may be considered in meeting all the requirements for the position listed. Working Environment: Outdoor field setting, physical labor in seasonally extreme weather conditions. Daily contact with live birds, mammals, and reptiles in a zoological setting. Work schedule will include weekends and some holidays. For information regarding this position please contact: Holly Payne, General Curator, at (505) 887-5516 All applications are accepted only online at www.state.nm.us/spo/ Job Order number for this position is 6421. There is no provision for mailing or hand carrying of applications and resumes. The State Personnel Office no longer accepts paper applications. If you need assistance, the website has an “Application Assistance” link that you can refer to or you may contact a Customer Service Representative at (505) 476-7777. If you are a Veteran you should submit a copy (not the original) of your DD 214 and/or confirmation of your status as a disabled veteran to the State Personnel Office. SPO will keep copies of these forms and distribute to agencies as necessary. For questions regarding the application process please contact: Stephanie Griego at (505) 476-3247. The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park of Carlsbad, NM is not affiliated or associated with The Living Desert in Palm Desert, CA. Close Date: Until Filled. Bird Keeper - The San Antonio Zoo currently has a need for a Zoo Keeper in our Bird department. Duties include daily cleaning, feeding, and maintenance of bird exhibits/ enclosures. Zoo Keepers observe, evaluate, and report animal behavior and condition to their supervisor on a daily basis. They assist in treating Zoo animals in accordance with instructions from their supervisor or veterinarian. Minimum qualifications include ability to work weekends, holidays, and occasional after-hours assignments; valid driver’s license; associate degree in wildlife management, zoology, biology, or related field preferred; and one-year zoo keeping experience. Starting pay is $8.80/hour. To apply for this position please send a resume and cover letter to: San Antonio Zoo, Human Resources Department, 3903 N. St. Mary’s Street, San Antonio, TX 78212 or by fax (210)

Assistant Animal Behaviorist – AZ. Full Time with benefits. 1-year temporary employment contract with possibility of renewal. Organize & conduct annual animal handling & safety training for docents, volunteers, and Interpretive Animal Collection(IAC)/Education staff. Oversee docent animal handling throughout the year and review progress on grounds. Meet with docent animal handlers, volunteers, and Education staff regularly to maintain open communication about animal handling concerns. Conduct safety reminder sessions as needed with docents and volunteers throughout the year. Review animal handling techniques with Education Specialists as needed for program animals. Conduct animal transport training sessions for Education Specialists as needed for program animals. Oversee preparation of animal safety packs for transport for Education Specialists under USDA guidelines. Conduct animal training workshops for volunteers and IAC staff. Train program animals for work on grounds and offsite. Maintain training logs for all mammals, birds, and limited reptiles. Review and make minor adjustments to diets as needed for training. Oversee health reports for animals especially as related to training. M.A. in Education, Biological Sciences or Animal Behavior required. 5 years experience working with trained birds/animals, and 3 years teaching experience required. Supervisory experience preferred. Send resume to: Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, 2021 N Kinney Rd., Tucson AZ, 84743, or fax to: 520-883-2500, or e-mail in PLAIN TEXT ONLY to: Lmeschino@desertmuseum.org. Close Date: Until Filled. Mammal Zoo Keeper – San Antonio, TX. The San Antonio Zoo currently has a need for a Zoo Keeper in our Mammal Department. Duties include daily cleaning, feeding, and maintenance of animal exhibits. Zoo Keepers observe, evaluate, and report animal behavior and condition to their supervisor on a daily basis. They assist in treating Zoo animals in accordance with instructions from their supervisor or veterinarian. Minimum qualifications include ability to work weekends, holidays, and occasional afterhours assignments; valid driver’s license; associate degree in wildlife management, zoology, biology, or related field preferred; and one-year animal experience. The starting wage for this position is $8.80 per hour. To apply for this position please send a resume and cover letter to: San Antonio Zoo, Human Resources Department, 3903 N. St. Mary’s Street, San Antonio, TX 78212 or by fax (210) 7347291. Close Date: Until Filled. Riparian Technician Assistants (3) - Do you want to get valuable field experience in environmental restoration? Interested in invasive species and vegetation management? The Johnson Creek Watershed Council is seeking three temporary, full time (4 months at 40 hours per week) riparian technician assistants for a watershed-wide riparian rehabilitation program focusing on survey, mapping, and treatment of targeted invasive weeds. These positions, offered through the AmeriCorps LINKS program, will provide field experience in plant identification and GPS/GIS application, as well as the chance to make a real difference on-the-ground in watershed health. Compensation includes a stipend of $4430 for the summer plus an education award. Applicants must be willing to obtain a pesticide applicator license and work with herbicides; a personal vehicle is strongly encouraged with mileage reimbursements at .48 cents per mile applied. Additional requirements are excellent communications skills, ability to work outdoors and on rough terrain, attention to detail and an unflagging sense of humor. Please send resume and cover letter to Greg Ciannella email greg@jcwc.org, or c/o Johnson Creek Watershed Council, 1900 SE Milport Rd Ste B, Milwaukie, OR 97222. Phone (503) 652-7477. Close Date: Until Filled. Research Internship - The Great Lakes Research and Education Center seeks a research intern for wetland projects at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. The period for the internship is about 12 weeks during the summer of 2007. We are seeking enthusiastic and versatile students with a background in ecological sciences, with emphasis on wetland ecology and GIS mapping. The intern will work with a park manager and/or a researcher from a partner university. Responsibilities may include field sampling, field monitoring, data management, and technical writing. At the end of the project, the intern will produce a summary of

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Biology & Ecology apply, send a letter of interest, resume, copy of transcripts, the names addresses and phone numbers of 3 references and email addresses to: The Marine Biological Laboratory, ATTN: Human Resources reference code [SFA LTER], 7 MBL Street, Woods Hole, MA 02543-1015, or email materials including reference code SFA LTER to: resume@mbl.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.

Career Events “Networking or not working” April 21-22, 2007 - Green Festival, Chicago, IL; Saturday 10am-9pm, Sunday 11am-7pm; for more info go to www.greenfestivals.org April 22, 2007 - Earth Day 2007 April 22-25, 2007 - NAEP 2007 Annual Conference, Orlando, FL May 14-16, 2007 - Global Ecotourism Conference, Oslo, Norway May 15-17, 2007 - EnvironDesign 2007, New Orleans Hilton Riverside, New Orleans, LA; www.environdesign.com June 2-9, 2007 - 27th Annual Conference of IAIA, Seoul, Korea July 7-12, 2007 - Solar 2007, National Solar Energy Conference, Cleveland, OH September 26-28, 2007 - North American Ecotourism Conference, Madison, WI November 14-17, 2007 - 36th Annual NAAEE Conference, Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Suggestions or comments on the content of the Green Career Journal? Email us at eccinfo@environmentalcareer.com and let us know what we can do to improve our publication to serve you better. Moving? Please send your address changes to: Environmental Career Center 2 Eaton Street, Suite 711 Hampton, VA 23669 the research results and/or an educational component to present to the public about the research project. Academic credit may be arranged with the student’s home institution. The intern will receive a stipend of around $2,200 for a 12-week period, which runs from about May 30 through August 25, 2007. Housing may be provided, depending on availability. Application process: If you are interested in this program, send cover letter, resume, and three references with phone numbers to Dr. Joy Marburger, Research Coordinator, Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, 1100 North Mineral Springs Road, Porter, Indiana 46304. Close Date: Until Filled. College Internship Opportunities in Marine Science - Internships are available year-round. Duration of an internship runs from 8 to 16 weeks, with longer periods of time considered. Mote offers a wide variety of internships in seven different research centers as well as several support areas. The internship areas encompass aquaculture; animal care; environmental chemistry; coastal ecology; fisheries; marine mammal, sea turtle, and shark research. Research interns get hands-on experience in the field and laboratory with specific duties depending on research area but include animal care and surveys, acoustic monitoring, data processing and analysis, field collection, lab testing and maintenance. Support area interns gain valuable experience working in our animal care, public aquarium, communications, library, and education programs. Undergraduate, graduate, post graduate students are encouraged to apply as well as those taking a sabbatical in order to gain field experience. We seek primarily biology, chemistry, zoology, environmental science, ecology, aquaculture, fisheries, animal science, pre-veterinary, education, communications, aquarium management or related majors/minors for our internships. Under-represented groups in the sciences are encouraged to apply [Black, Hispanic, Native American and Pacific Islander]. Internships are unpaid. However a limited scholarship program is available. Mote provides assistance in locating housing but interns should plan on spending $75-$100 per week for housing, plus food and entertainment. Interns should arrange for their own transportation due to limited public transportation. Mote has a rolling application process,

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but deadlines apply for scholarship submittals. Summer and scholarship applications should be submitted as soon as possible due to high demand. Additional information regarding Mote, intern opportunities, and applications is available online at www.mote.org, or by contacting: Dana O’Mara – College Intern Liaison: danaomara@mote.org. Phone: 941-388-4441, Ext. 462. Close Date: Until Filled. Bat Ecology Research Assistant – Texas. A research assistant is needed for a project examining factors affecting foraging activities of the insectivorous Brazilian free-tailed bat. Work will include: nightly recording of foraging bat calls; measuring environmental variables; data entry/analysis; potential help/participation in additional bat research being conducted in the region. Paid field position (w/ housing). Looking for someone who is highly enthusiastic and interested in scientific research and the field of conservation biology. Applicants must have a valid drivers license, and should be comfortable working in the field at night. For more information please contact Noa Davidai at ndavidai@utk.edu. Please attach a CV or resume. Close Date: Until Filled. Field Assistant - The Ecosystems Center of the Marine Biological Laboratory is seeking applicants for summer field assistant positions on an on going ecological research project. These positions will be located at the Toolik Field Station in northern Alaska. Travel and living expenses will be paid in addition to a salary. Applicants must be in good health, capable of rigorous physical outdoor activity (e.g., working long hours outside in potentially severe weather, carrying >40 pound pack across uneven terrain, hiking many miles per day across tundra) and be prepared to live in an isolated setting with harsh environmental conditions. Applicants should be prepared to live in a setting where cooperation with others is essential, personal privacy is limited and living accommodations are spare and simple. Candidates should be available to travel and live at Toolik Field Station during June, July and August. Applicants should be recent college graduates (BS or MS) with significant course work and/or field experience in ecology. Some background in terrestrial ecology, soil science, aquatic ecology, hydrology, chemistry, fish ecology and/or ecosystems ecology preferred. To

Biological Science Technician - The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Ash Meadow National Wildlife Refuge, is recruiting two Biological Technicians to assist Refuge staff with restoring habitat conditions on the Refuge, with a specific focus on aquatic non-native species. Ash Meadows NWR, established June 18, 1984, is an oasis that lies within the Mojave Desert. The refuge is comprised of over 23,000 acres of spring-fed wetlands and alkaline desert uplands and provides habitat for at least 24 plants and animals found nowhere else in the world. The Biological Technicians will focus on four major tasks on the refuge: (1) Non-native aquatic fauna control/eradication (trapping, spearing, netting), and native aquatic fauna surveys; (2) Removal of non-native and planting of native streambank vegetation; (3) Maintenance and monitoring for the endangered Ash Meadows Naucorid (Ambrysus amargosus); and (4) Restoration actions including drip line instillation/maintenance and native seed collecting. The Biological Technicians will maintain all field data equipment and tools, maintain accurate and detailed activity logs, collect appropriate biological data, and input current and archived paper data into electronic databases. Compensation: $14.00/hour; Health and dental benefits; Housing provided in the Ash Meadows NWR bunkhouse (Amenities/Facilities: individual room w/desk, living room w/tv dvd/vcr, refrigerator, and bathroom/shower). Timeline: 6-month contract with potential for extension (May 21, 2007 – November 21, 2007); Full time, 40 hours per week – minimal overtime may be required. Qualifications: A bachelors degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, limnology, or a related field; Understanding and experience using GPS equipment and following established field collection protocols; At least one year of field experience (or equivalent combination during different field seasons), desirable; Knowledge of or experience using MS Access and/or Excel for database management; Knowledge of Mojave desert flora/fauna, desirable; Familiarity with off-road driving and/or ATV training; Ability to work with a positive attitude in harsh, variable desert conditions; and Willingness and ability to perform physical labor including but not limited to manual removal of non-native vegetation, and planting of native vegetation. Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter, their résumé, and a list of three professional references to Chris Warner, Research Associate Coordinator, at warnerc@unr.edu. Please note that you are responding to a posting on the SWS job board. Close Date: Until Filled. Sustainability & Exotic Invasion Research Assistant - University of California Irvine. Field assistant positions (project leader and field crew members) starting this spring on a project addressing the sustainability of invasive Artichoke Thistle (Cynara cardunculus) control efforts in southern California. Work will predominantly be in the field, in coastal sage scrub and grassland near Irvine, and focus on the success of passive restoration and the presence of restoration thresholds following 2-8 years of exotic removal. Work includes plot selection using GIS, field surveys of vegetation, species identification, and data management/analysis, with the goal of providing management recommendations based on the work. Pay will range from $12-16/hr depending on education and experience, plus full benefits and paid vacation. Send cover letter, resume, contact information for two references and any questions you may have to Katharine Suding, ksuding@uci.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Research Program Assistant - “Integrating Ecology and Evolution in a Changing World” is a summer, undergraduate research program based in Dublin, Ireland. Its aim is to provide research training and experience, as well as an introduction to Ireland, to national and international undergraduate students. Students will work within active research groups in Trinity College Dublin, Ireland’s premier university. Full funding is available for ten students to participate in this 10-week programme. International students are also entitled to assistance with travel costs. Completion (in 2007) of the penultimate year of an undergraduate biological science degree. Proficiency in English (written and spoken). Willingness to work hard, and ability to work independently. Strong interest in the project of choice. Aspiration to pursue research in ecology or evolution. Your application must include a CV (with 2 referees) and a completed application form, which you will download from the website (see below). Details for the application process can be found on the website. For more details, please see: http:// www.tcd.ie/naturalscience/ureka or e-mail: fimolony@tcd.ie. Close Date: Until Filled. Summer Research Assistant - Disease Ecology. Research summary: Previous research experience and completion of a general ecology course is preferred. The position will involve a mixture of field and laboratory work, with the ability to work outdoors in sometimes uncomfortable conditions

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being essential (i.e. direct sun, occasional rain). Successful applicants will learn basic field ecology techniques and laboratory procedures. Our work focuses mainly on the role of viral, bacterial, and fungal plant pathogens and insect vectors in: controlling or facilitating biological invasions by plants; modulating the effects of global change on terrestrial ecosystems; and structuring plant communities. Time and money: The preferred start date is between mid-April and mid-May, however the exact date is negotiable. For students, the position is part-time during the semester and full-time during the summer. Ability to work full- or part-time in the fall is preferred, but not required. The starting salary is $8.00 to $9.67/ hr, depending on experience. To Apply please submit the following items in an email: A current resume, Contact information for (2) references, Possible and preferred start and end dates, A brief cover letter. Please send applications to Miranda Welsh (mwelsh@unc.edu). Applications are accepted via email only and will be evaluated on a rolling basis, so apply soon. Close Date: Until Filled. Summer Ecology Field Technician - May 10 through August 31, 2007, Canyon de Chelly National Monument, AZ Deadline: April 15, 2007. One full-time field technician to assist a graduate student in data collection. The project is to analyze riparian plant community response to the removal of two invasive plant species. Primary duties include counting seeds, digging and maintaining ground water wells, conduct vegetation surveys (identifying plants, abundance, species composition and cover estimates) and collect soil and seed samples. After initial training, candidate should be prepared to effectively run the data collection of the seed and ground water aspects of this study on his/her own. Candidate will be working independently as well as with a team of 2-4 people. Qualifications: Candidates must possess a four-year degree or currently be enrolled at a college or university pursuing a degree in ecology, natural resource management, environmental studies, range management, forestry, or other similar area. Candidates must be in good physical condition, capable of working long days in the field under hot, rugged conditions. Digging wells will be hard, manual labor. Ability to work under these conditions is essential. Candidates should be comfortable working independently in the backcountry. We may spend some nights camping in the field. Skills in the following areas are valuable: working well in an isolated team setting, wilderness safety and first aid training, and experience with backcountry travel. Experience with relevant fieldwork and plant identification skills are desirable, but not necessary. A valid driver’s license and a safe driving record are required. Salary: $375/week plus housing at Canyon de Chelly National Park Headquarters, AZ. Application: Email a 1-2 page resume and cover letter, including three references with telephone numbers and email addresses, to Lindsay Reynolds (lindsayr@cnr.colostate.edu). Close Date: Until Filled. Technical Lead - The Wildlife Conservation Society, seeks candidates for a two-year, New York-based position to coordinate and advise the Wild Bird Global Avian Influenza Network for Surveillance (GAINS), a two-year, USAIDfunded program led by the Wildlife Conservation Society. The program requires a Technical Lead to serve as the main scientific liaison with USAID and be responsible for helping the COP to implement program priorities and approaches; oversee training and biological monitoring efforts; communicate with NGOs, governmental organization and with other institutions. This position is based at the WCS central office at the Bronx Zoo, New York, with extensive international travel. The ideal Candidate will have a degree in veterinary medicine (DVM, VMD or equivalent), related science or an equivalent field; minimum of 5 years of experience working on international projects; demonstrated ability to work with multiple partners on collaborative projects; and Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with senior Government personnel, international organizations, NGO partners, host country and U.S. government organizations.Benefits include generous vacation, medical/dental, 401K, pension, tuition reimbursement and on-site parking. To apply, please send cover letter and salary requirements to hr@wcs.org. Please type code STTL in subject. Close Date: Until Filled. Wild Animal Keepers - The Wildlife Conservation Society is looking to employ Wild Animal Keepers. Candidates will be responsible for the well being and care of a diverse mammal collection, maintenance of the animal facilities and record keeping. A Bachelor’s degree in a zoological field or related animal science education/experience is required. Candidates must be enthusiastic, conservation oriented, energetic and able to interact with staff and the public. EOE. Salary: $32,176 plus medical, 401/k, and generous vacation. Send resume w / cover letter to: Wildlife Conservation Society, Human Resources, Box LKBZ, 2300 Southern Blvd., Bronx, NY 10460. E-mail: hr@wcs.org Type LKBZ in subject. Close Date: Until Filled. Fisheries & Wildlife Bio Scientist III - Florida Panther Project. Location: Naples, Florida. Starting salary is $36,797 annually with benefits. Job Description: Serve as assistant research biologist for conservation of the Florida panther. Work closely with other research and management biologists on the panther conservation team to conduct fieldwork, analyze data, and summarize and

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Biology & Ecology publish results. Ensure panther field activities proceed as planned, assist or lead the panther capture team, monitor panther locations with telemetry, and provide assistance on other panther conservation tasks as needed. Occasionally supervise temporary employees. Prepare technical reports for the Commission, represent the Commission as needed in interagency panther meetings, and provide technical assistance in converting research results to conservation actions. For more information and to apply, see the full position description. Close Date: Until Filled. Research Assistant - Arabidopsis ecological plant genetics project in Europe. We are looking for a Research Assistant to participate in a large-scale investigation of the evolution of flowering time in the model plant, Arabidopsis thaliana. Our approach includes analysis of the flowering time response to a wide range of natural and manipulated environments at levels ranging from DNA sequence variation to continental ecotype distributions. This NSF-funded Frontiers of Integrative Biological Research (FIBR) project is a collaborative effort of four US labs (Johanna Schmitt, Brown University; Stephen Welch, Kansas State University; Michael Purugganan, New York University; Richard Amasino, University of Wisconsin) as well as Arabidopsis laboratories at five research institutions in Europe. Part of this study entails establishing a set of five common gardens in Europe at Valencia, Spain; Oulu, Finland; Norwich, UK; Cologne, Germany; and Halle, Germany. At these sites large numbers of A. thaliana accessions will be grown in multiple plantings synchronized with local populations in order to assess geographic and seasonal variation in selection of flowering time and other life history traits. We are seeking a Research Assistant who would be interested in living at one of the five European field sites and assisting with plant care and measurement. Applicants must have a B.S. degree in biology or a related science. German or Spanish language skills are desirable for this position, but not required. Prior research experience with plants is necessary because the Research Assistant may operate largely independently for prolonged periods of time. Although the primary duties involve plant care and measurement, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to design and independently conduct plant genetic research projects of joint interest to and in consultation with participating host institution scientists. This Research Assistantship has a strong training component and was conceived as being analogous to a Fulbright fellowship. The successful applicant will be awarded an NSF-fellow position. The fellowship stipend will be $35k plus health insurance and other benefits. To apply, please send a letter of application, resume and contact information for three references (as pdf files) to Stephen Welch (welchsm@ksu. edu) or Johanna Schmitt (johanna_schmitt@brown.edu). Please reference the position number (W0007455) in the email Subject line. Close Date: May 15, 2007. Interns - Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship (MAPS) program. Many Bird Banding Interns are needed in 2007 to operate constant effort mistnetting and banding (MAPS) stations throughout the continental U.S. Join this continent-wide, cutting edge effort to determine the vital rates that cause changes in North American landbird populations. Positions are available in the Northwest region (Oregon, and Washington) and the Western Midwest/Texas region (Missouri and Texas). Interns are accepted into a given region and, after training, are assigned to a specific location. Internships are from 1 May(Northwest) or 23 Apr (Midwest/ TX) through 8 August (start date somewhat flexible). Enthusiastic individuals with previous birding and/or field research experience are preferred. Prior banding experience is not necessary as all internships include an intensive, two week training course in mistnetting, banding, and aging and sexing small landbirds. Flexibility, good physical condition, a tolerance of long days that begin before dawn and the ability to endure sometimes difficult field conditions are required. Applicants must be able to provide a reliable vehicle for use in the field (use of the vehicle during the regular field season will be reimbursed at $.33/mile). 4WD vehicles are desirable for some locations. FREE shared housing (no rent or utilities for 3 months!) and a per diem of $23 - $28 (depending on location) for food and other out-of-pocket expenses, amounting to $1932 -$2520 for the season, are provided. Interns are expected to work a minimum of 6 of every 10 days, sometimes more depending on weather. Interested applicants should send via email (preferred) or U.S. mail a resume, cover letter, contact information for 2 references including email addresses, and a completed MAPS Internship Application form. Application forms as well as further information can be at www.birdpop.org, or contact Amy Finfera, The Institute for Bird Populations, PO Box 1346, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956. FAX 415-6639482, PH 415-663-1436, EMAIL: afinfera@birdpop.org. Close Date: Until Filled. Biologist - A hardworking, dedicated individual with good fieldwork, writing and computer skills is needed immediately to fill the position of biologist. This is a full time, permanent position with a combination of fieldwork and office work. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to tracking radio-collared bighorn via foot, and caring for the captive herd of Peninsular bighorn, letter writing, data entry, writing field reports, newsletter articles, correspondence with members, general public, and resource agencies. Minimum

Requirements: B.S. or B.A. in biological sciences or related field. Excellent writing skills and proficiency with Word, Excel, and Access are required. The successful applicant must be in very good physical condition and able to hike in a harsh desert environment where summer temperatures can exceed 110 F. Applicant must be willing to work long hours and perform a wide variety of tasks. Flexibility, a positive attitude and the ability to work independently as well as in team situations are essential. Starting salary is $2,300 per month working approximately 50 hrs per week, 5 days/week. Benefits include health insurance after 6 months, 1 week paid vacation after 1 year, and a retirement plan at 2 years. Application: Fax or mail cover letter, resume, list of 3 references (address and phone number), photocopy of original transcripts and a scientific writing sample (i.e., an excerpt from a college term paper, no longer than 10 pages) to: Aimee Byard, Associate Director, Bighorn Institute, P.O. Box 262, Palm Desert, CA 92261. You can fax application materials to: 760-340-3987 (attn. Aimee Byard). No phone calls or emails please. We would like to fill this position as soon as possible. Selected applicants will be contacted for a phone interview followed by a personal interview for final candidates. Close Date: Until Filled. Field Assistants - Field assistants are needed for a continuing NSF-funded study of the ecological information contained within modern, surface bone accumulations (the remains of past generations) in Yellowstone National Park. This study examines patterns of decay and species representation in different habitats of Yellowstone in order to investigate the utility of modern bone accumulations as additional sources of data for use in conservation and management efforts. In addition, understanding how ecological information is represented by bone assemblages will enhance interpretations of fossil deposits. Field assistants will help find and map bones across the Northern Range of Yellowstone National Park. Successful candidates must be able to work long hours (we average 6-day workweeks with 10 to 12 hour days) in the very rugged terrain of Yellowstone’s back country. Participants should be interested in facets of ecology, paleontology, paleoecology, taphonomy, and/or Geographic Information Systems (GIS), though previous field experience is not necessary. Experienced campers are preferred as we will be camping and preparing our own food. All expenses (food, camping fees, etc.) will be covered and significant financial aid for travel to Wyoming is available. There will be three expeditions, each lasting two to three-weeks. Expeditions start in May, June and August (dates to be determined). This unique experience assures that participants will see a large swath of the beautiful terrain and animals of Yellowstone in areas rarely encountered by tourists. Participants will also gain experience in actualistic taphonomy, field ecology, and fieldwork logistics. To apply, please send a one-page description illustrating your previous experience in field work/camping and how your interests relate to this research opportunity. Please include which expedition(s) (May, June, August/September, all) you are interested in and the dates you are available (as excursions have yet to be fully scheduled). In addition, please send your CV/resume along with two to three letters of recommendation to: Joshua Miller, 5734 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60637. All levels of experience are welcome (current undergraduates and beyond) and your earliest response is appreciated. Please email me (Josh Miller) at millerjh@uchicago.edu with any questions, or for more information about the position. Close Date: Until Filled. Ecologist - Needed full-time, contract-funded opening for an inventory ecologist. The primary emphasis of this position is to conduct County Natural Heritage Inventories throughout Pennsylvania. The position will be based at the Pittsburgh office of the Pennsylvania Natural Heritage Program, which is housed at the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy. Work will focus primarily on western Pennsylvania counties, but may include work in eastern counties as well. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package. Duties will include interpreting remote imagery, compiling information sources, conducting field surveys of significant sites, recording and analyzing information from site visits, mapping site locations, writing final reports and presenting findings to the public. Qualifications: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in botany, ecology, field biology, conservation, or related field, plus experience; masters degree preferred. Suitable applicants should have a strong background in plant taxonomy and be able to demonstrate familiarity with Pennsylvania and/or mid-Atlantic/Midwest regions’ flora and fauna and natural community classification. Must have experience involving intensive field studies and ecological research techniques. Facility with GIS and experience in the use of databases needed. Position requires the ability to traverse rugged terrain, spend long hours outof-doors on extended field excursions, and travel to work in remote locations within Pennsylvania. Must be able to work well independently and with others. Valid driver’s license required. Please send your resume and a cover letter to: Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, Senior Director, Human Resources, Box R, Mill Run, PA 15464, nbassett@paconserve.org. Close Date: Until Filled. Laboratory and Research Specialist I - Gloucester Point, VA. The successful applicant will support scientists in marine science research including conducting field work and

laboratory studies, collecting field data, completing laboratory analyses, data entry and management. Work will focus on measuring hypoxic water volume in Virginia’s tributaries as part of the state-funded Chesapeake Bay Initiative. Required: Demonstrated ability to perform water quality field sampling and laboratory analyses; Knowledge of biology, ecology, and chemistry; Good organizational abilities; Ability to maintain, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation and equipment; Ability to work independently, in a team, and under arduous conditions; Ability to swim and operate small boats; Ability to carry up to 75 pounds; Skills in computer data entry, analyses and management. BA/BS degree in marine science or related field or comparable experience within the field of marine science; small boat operating experience mandatory; experience in the field and laboratory measurements including nutrient analyses and operation of water quality monitoring instrumentation; Valid driver’s license. Budgeted Salary Range $23k-$28k. Visit https://jobs.wm.edu and search for position #00296V in the Biological Sciences Department. Close Date: Until Filled. Field Assistants - Responsible field assistants are needed from May 2007 through November 2007 (dates negotiable) to assist with site construction, collection of field data, data entry, and laboratory work. The research project is attempting to simulate regional climate warming by increasing both air and soil temperature in greenhouses located near Thompson, Manitoba, Canada (55° 53’N, 98° 20’W.) Professor Stith Gower in the Department of Forest Ecology and Management at the University of Wisconsin leads the project. We expect field assistants to be able to work under severe climate conditions, participate in manual labor and possess a good work ethic. Graduate students will oversee field and laboratory operations. All technical skills will be taught in the field; however candidates are expected to have basic computer skills. Assistants will live rent free in a four bedroom suburban home, but will be responsible for their own food and field clothes. Assistants will make between $7 and $9.50 per hour based on experience. This is an opportunity to gain valuable research experience surrounded by remote boreal forest, beautiful water ways and the Northern lights. Applicants interested should e-mail a brief statement of interest and a resume as an attached Word document to: Dustin Bronson (drbronson@wisc.edu). Close Date: Until Filled. Research Technician - A full-time research technician position starting as soon as May 1, 2007, to work with Dr. Gary E. Belovsky with ecological research both on campus and on the University of Notre Dame Environmental Research Center (UNDERC) property. Duties: Run field and lab experiments, both aquatic and terrestrial. Enter, manage and statistically analyze data. Maintain variety of field and lab equipment at UNDERC-E. Maintain weather stations and oversee downloading of data. Location of position includes spending 7-8 months in the lab at the University of Notre Dame, South Bend campus, and 4-5 months at the University of Notre Dame Environmental Research Center (UNDERCE), Land O’ Lakes, WI. Housing is provided on the UNDERC property. Basic qualifications include a BS or BA degree in environmental sciences or equivalent degree with previous relevant field and lab experience. Knowledge/understanding of experimental ecology in lab and field. Field experience in collecting data for aquatic and terrestrial systems. Computer skills (word processing, Excel, Systat, web page maintenance, upload/download of data from various pieces of equipment). Valid US Driver’s License. Starting Salary is $26,762. Benefits are included. Please apply to Dr. Gary Belovsky, belovsky.1@nd.edu, (574) 631-7186, with a cover letter and resume. An application must be submitted through Human Resources. Close Date: Until Filled. Research Scientist II - We seek an individual with research experience in plant physiological or ecosystem ecology (or a related field) to participate in a DOE-funded collaboration between UNM and Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). The successful candidate will be responsible for operation of a rainfall manipulation experiment in piñonjuniper woodland at the Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge, an NSF-funded LTER site. Principal duties will include the maintenance of treatments, data collection and analysis, and supervision of student employees. A minimum one-year commitment is expected and opportunities for graduate study may exist in the future. Preferred qualifications: 1) demonstrated proficiency and creativity with tools for repair and maintenance of experimental infrastructure. Experience with rainout exclosure and/or irrigation systems is a plus. 2) proficiency with ecophysiological techniques such as LiCor photosynthesis systems, Granier and heat ratio sap flow methods, 3) demonstrated proficiency with Campbell datalogger programming, 4) experience with operation and maintenance of solar power systems, 5) experience managing, summarizing, and analyzing field and laboratory data. Experience with managing large datasets is a plus. 6) experience supervising students in a field setting to complete experimental protocols, data entry, and quality control and 7) ability to work long hours in the field when necessary.(predawn measurements, dawn-dusk measurement campaigns, etc). Salary for this position will range from $33,322 to $39,520 per year (depending on qualifications) and health and retirement benefits are included. For additional information about the position, contact Will Pockman

(pockman@unm.edu ) or Nate McDowell (mcdowell@lanl. gov ). Close Date: Until Filled. Field Assistants - Summer employment for fish and aquatic ecology field assistants in the Frank Church River of No Return wilderness -- Field research technicians (1-2) are needed to assist a project on juvenile salmon ecology in the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness, Idaho. Technicians will help quantify trophic relationships, growth rates and abundance of juvenile Chinook salmon and other fish in the aquatic community of the Big Creek drainage. Principle duties will include: electrofishing sample reaches, collecting fish stomach contents, sampling macroinvertebrates, quantifying aquatic habitat and conducting behavioral observations through snorkeling. Qualifications: Strong applicants will have experience in field biology, particularly in remote settings, and a high level of interest in fisheries and aquatic ecology. We are seeking applicants with enthusiasm for research in wilderness settings, who are in good physical condition, able and willing to traverse rough terrain, backpack with research equipment on trips up to 1.5 weeks, in a hot/dry climate. We will base at a wilderness field station for the entire summer with routine sampling trips away from camp. Ability to cooperate and get along with crew members for an extended time in the remote backcountry is a must. Schedule: Late May through mid- to late August, with some flexibility. Compensation: A stipend of $2800-$3200, commensurate with education and experience. Research travel and lodging expenses covered. To apply: Please compose a cover letter addressing your interest and qualifications for the position and attach it to a resume, including contact information for at least 2 professional references. Forward to the physical or electronic address listed below. These positions provide an excellent opportunity for valuable and diverse field experience in a beautiful setting; come join us for a fun and busy summer! Information on the research station.. Kara Cromwell, University of Idaho, Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources, PO Box 441136, Moscow, ID 83844-1136. crom8077@uidaho.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Field Manager - A responsible field manager is needed from April through November 2007 to assist with site construction, collection of field data, data entry, laboratory work, and to manage field assistants. The research project is attempting to simulate regional climate warming by increasing both air and soil temperature in greenhouses located near Thompson, Manitoba, Canada (55° 53’N, 98° 20’W.) Professor Stith Gower in the Department of Forest Ecology and Management leads the project. We expect the field manager to be able to work under severe climate conditions, participate in manual labor and possess a good work ethic. All technical skills will be taught in the field; however basic knowledge of the use of Li-Cor gas analyzers and Campbell dataloggers is preferred. The field manager will live rent free in a four-bedroom suburban home along with field assistants. This is an opportunity to gain valuable research experience surrounded by remote boreal forest, beautiful water ways, and the Northern lights. Interested applicants should e-mail a brief statement of interest and a resume as an attached Word document to Dustin Bronson (drbronson@wisc.edu). Close Date: Until Filled. Junior Specialist - Research Technician position available in the Department of Plant Sciences, available immediately. This position is focused on researching the ecology of plant-soil interactions and how they: - are affected by global change, - play a role in the invasion of exotic plant species, - are altered by the invasion of exotic plant species and restoration of native species. This position includes work in the field, greenhouse, laboratory and on the computer. The Junior Specialist will be expected to: - establish and maintain field plots - collect plant material, soil samples, and leachates from field plots - process and analyze plant and soil samples in the laboratory for nutrient contents - maintain databases

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Biology & Ecology and laboratory equipment and supplies. RequirementsApplicants should have a bachelor’s degree in biology or environmental sciences, and previous research experience. Send a CV, letter of interest, and contact information for 3 references to: Valerie Eviner Department of Plant Sciences University of California at Davis One Shields Ave. PES 1210 Davis, CA 95616. Phone: 530-752-8538, E-mail: veviner@ucdavis.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Research Assistant - Grassland Ecology and Global Change. Full-time research position with an interdisciplinary team studying the impacts of global climate change in grassland ecosystems. We seek an individual to oversee data collection and operation of a long-term climate change experiment at the Konza Prairie Biological Station, an NSF-funded LTER site. Principal duties include maintaining rainfall shelter infrastructure and water/heating treatments, deploying and maintaining a variety of environmental sensors and dataloggers, assisting with collection of data and field samples, maintaining records and databases, and supervision of student employees. Requires: B.S. in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field; knowledge of ecological methods and sensor systems; driver’s license, or ability to qualify; excellent computer skills; ability to transport heavy equipment and supplies in the field; and ability to work under challenging field conditions and in a team environment. Preferred qualifications: M.S. in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field, plus: 1) mechanical and electrical skills and proficiency with tools for construction, repair and maintenance of experimental infrastructure. Experience with rainout shelters and/or irrigation systems a plus; 2) proficiency with environmental sensors, such as TDR and neutron probe soil moisture sensors, micromet stations, IR sensors, LiCor portable IRGAs; 3) proficiency with Campbell datalogger programming; 4) experience managing, summarizing, and analyzing field and laboratory data. Experience with SAS software a plus; 5) experience supervising students to perform experimental protocols and data entry; and 6) ability to work long hours in the field when necessary. Salary range is $34,060 to $41,860 per year (depending on qualifications) plus health and retirement benefits. To apply, send letter of application, CV or resume, and names of three references to: John Blair (jblair@ksu. edu), Division of Biology, 116 Ackert Hall, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS 66506. Until Filled. Technician - Avian Survey Technician needed 15 April through 30 November for project that monitors bird movement and mortality around a small wind power facility in southern New Jersey. Duties include conducting point count surveys, making behavioral observations of daytime bird movements, searching and collecting dead or injured birds and working with a small marine radar that collects data on nocturnal bird movements. Point count experience and the ability to identify birds of the eastern U.S. by sight and sound required. Proficiency with GPS, GIS and MS Excel preferred. Applicants must be able to work independently and as part of a team, and willing to work under occasionally hot and buggy conditions. Salary $2000-2400/month DOE. Must have own vehicle. Mileage reimbursement provided. Housing not provided. Send cover letter of interest, resume, and three references to David Mizrahi, New Jersey Audubon Society, 600 Route 47 North, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210, david.mizrahi@njaudubon.org. Close Date: Until Filled. M.S. Graduate Internship - The successful applicant will conduct research on habitat use and productivity by wild northern bobwhite quail on a landscape with widely varying components of native bunchgrasses. The successful applicant will be expected to 1) place radio transmitters on quail and track them, 2) develop Geographical Information Systems maps of vegetation and soils within each study area, 3) become familiar with statistical techniques for analyzing data, 4) make technical presentations at scientific meetings, and 5) publish results of their research in scientific journals. Portions of the research will be used by the successful applicant for their or M.S. thesis. Qualifications Required: B.S. in wildlife science, ecology, range science, biology, animal science, or closely related fields. A strong work ethic, good verbal and written communication skills, ability to work independently, ability to work under adverse field conditions (hot humid South Texas environment), ability to walk long distances in the field, and ability to handle and work with quail. Ability to operate 4-wheel drive vehicles and conduct field research. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and competitive GRE scores. Qualifications desired: Experience with and knowledge of Geographic Information Systems, Geographic Positioning Systems, and statistical analysis software. Send a cover letter stating interests and career goals, resume/cv, original transcripts, GRE scores, and names, phone numbers and email addresses of 3 references to: Dr. Leonard A. Brennan, Endowed Chair for Quail Research, Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, 700 University Blvd, MSC 218, Kingsville, TX 78363; 361/215-2237. Email: leonard. brennan@tamuk.edu. Close Date: May 15, 2007. Botany Field Technician - Work with a team to map weeds on Santa Cruz Island Preserve (a 62,000 acre island within Channel Islands National Park) using ground detection and helicopter surveys in remote terrain. - Helicopter will be used as transportation to/from remote areas on a daily

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basis; on-site training will be given on all safety aspects of working around helicopters. - GPS and record field data on specific (50+) weed species. - Work independently and with a team in a remote island setting. - Live in field housing, with limited trips to the mainland. - Travel by boat to the island. - Estimated field season April–June, 1 to 3 months, negotiable. Requirements: - Knowledge of and ability to recognize Southern California plants and weeds - Ability to key plants to species - Ability to record detailed field notes - Ability to use GPS data logger - Ability to hike long hours - Must have correct color vision and depth perception. - 4-wheel drive experience ideal but not required. Compensation: - Dependent on experience, from $2500 to $2900 per month - Schedule will be 10 days on then 4 days off, negotiable - Transportation to and from island paid during 4-day weekend - On-island food and housing provided: separate bedroom, with communal living space, kitchen and bathrooms. Contact: Rachel Wolstenholme (805 223 1332, rwolstenholme@tnc.org). Close Date: Until Filled.

Field Assistants 2 seasonal Seabird Field Assistant positions. Salary: $500/wk plus room, board and in-state travel covered. Dates: 1 May – 31 Sept. 2007. Location: South Coastal Massachusetts near Cuttyhunk, Island Qual: B.S. in a biological science; east coast seabird, shorebird, and raptor ID skills required; knowledge of GPS, GIS and marine radar highly desirable. Duties: Conduct boat and shore- based surveys nearby seabird nesting islands. Email resume, names of 3 references, and letter of interest to: Richard Podolsky (podolsky@att.net). Close Date: Until Filled.

Technician - The Department of Zoology invites applications for 2 full time temporary technician positions, March 26 through mid-late June. These positions will be under the direction of principal investigators Drs. Elizabeth Borer and Eric Seabloom. The laboratory conducts research on community ecology and conservation biology of plants, insects, and pathogens in west coast grasslands. Crew will be based at various sites in California April-May. Duties of this position include: 1. Sampling in field experiments examining the community ecology of grassland plant, arthropod, and pathogen communities based on guidance from supervisors 2. Collection of vegetation, insect and soil data 4. Working alone or on a crew of up to 4 5. Collecting data using routine methods in variable weather. Experimental sites and living quarters are on UC Natural Reserves in the Santa Barbara, Carmel Valley and Davis areas. Field work will be conducted under all weather conditions. Work hours are variable and will require working some weekends. Group housing at sites in CA is provided; housing in Corvallis is not provided. Salary: $9-11 per hour, commensurate with experience. No benefits, overtime, or per diem. Qualifications: Applicants must have interest and experience in ecological research. Individuals must be willing and able to work in outdoor conditions and lab setting, and be willing to travel between field sites in CA throughout April and May. Applicants must be able to work long days and/or weeks, lift 30-50 lbs, and hike off trail up to 1 mile. Applicants must be able to SAFELY drive a large 4 wheel drive vehicle on paved, gravel, and dirt roads. Preference will be given to individuals with experience in field biology, field ecology, and restoration ecology. Individuals with a record of promoting harmony in the laboratory and field settings are also desired. Emailed applications are strongly encouraged. Send a letter of application; curriculum vitae or resume; and names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of three references to: Emily Orling, Faculty Research Assistant, Department of Zoology, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR 97331-2914. Telephone 541737-5527, Email: orlinge@science.oregonstate.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Research Worker - This position will begin in May 2007 and is a 3 month position to start, with the potential of being extended up to 9 months. On-site housing is provided on a limited basis, but is optional. The employee will assist with all aspects of ongoing research, including a variety of field and greenhouse-based work, such as above-ground biomass sampling, weeding and maintenance of seed propagation garden, native seed collection, vegetation sampling, and data entry. This position will report directly to the Plant Ecology Lead Technician. The 28,000-acre Research Center is located approximately 30 miles south of Albany, Georgia. The Center’s research, education, and conservation programs focus on ecology and natural resource management. The site includes 16,000 acres of longleaf pine forests, over 1,000 acres of wetlands, and 26 miles of stream and river ecosystems. Requirements: Ability to conduct moderate to strenuous physical activity in the field, under demanding field conditions (i.e. heat, high humidity, and insects), and independently follow instructions is required. Qualifications: B.S. degree or coursework in biology, botany, horticulture, plant ecology or a related field. Experience with plant identification, and computer and laboratory-related experience is preferable. Wages: $7 per hour (limited on-site housing available) or $9 per

hour (without housing). Send cover letter, resume, list of pertinent courses and list of references with phone numbers to: Plant Ecology Hourly Worker, Attn: Cindy Craft, Joseph Jones Ecological Research Center, Route 2 Box 2324, Newton, GA 39870-9651. Send information by Email to: cindy.craft@jonesctr.org, FAX (229)734-4707. For specific questions or more information on this position, please contact: Melanie Kaeser, Plant Ecology Lead Technician by Email: mkaeser@jonesctr.org. Telephone: (229)734-4706. Close Date: Until Filled. Analyst - The Marine Turtle Research Program at SWFSC, La Jolla, CA, seeks to contract a database manager/data analyst to manage database systems and assist senior researchers with data analysis. The Program generates genetic data and collects a wide range of biological data, including morphological, line-transect, mark-recapture, stable isotope, satellite telemetry, oceanographic, behavioral, and acoustic tracking. Databases have been developed using MS SQL Server with MS Access front ends. The successful candidate will be responsible for the upkeep of these databases as well as providing assistance to scientists to organize and analyze data. He/she will work under the supervision of a senior-level scientist of the program and a senior-level data manager of the Information Technology Services program at SWFSC. He/she will interact with scientists, IT personnel, and laboratory technicians. This position requires a person who is organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and be able to communicate technical materials with others. Although this is a one-year contract, it will be renewed subject to available funding. If you are interested, please contact me for more details: Tomo Eguchi (tomo.eguchi@noaa.gov), SWFSC/NOAA, 8604 La Jolla Shores Dr., La Jolla, CA 92037 USA. Close Date :Until Filled. BioScience Research Technician - 1 for Post-fire Ecology: Soil, 1 for Riparian Forest Structure - please indicate preference (if any) on your application. Location: Southwestern Oregon / Northern California Soil Field Assistant: This research will focus on effects of post-fire salvage logging and tree planting on plant community and nitrogen dynamics in forests of northern California. We will locate field plots, sample plants and soils for biomass and nitrogen levels and collect data on plant community attributes in previously burned forests, some managed and some unmanaged. Sample sites may be at a considerable distance from the road. Terrain may be rugged, and some areas will have poison oak. Riparian Field Assistant: This research will focus on the effects of fire suppression on riparian vegetation structure and composition in southwestern Oregon. We will be collecting data on tree ages and spatial structure in unmanaged riparian forest stands to reconstruct past forest conditions and compare them to current conditions. Sample sites may be at a considerable distance from the road. Terrain may be rugged, and some areas will have poison oak. Both positions: The work schedule will include four and eight day work weeks with four or six days off. The job will last for approximately 12 weeks, June 20 - September 30, 2007.. Field crews will be camping at various locations in the study area during the work week. We will return to Corvallis for the six day off period. Duties: Work will involve soil sampling and identification and measurement of trees and shrubs. Precision in data collection and attention to detail are required. Applicants must be motivated to learn, willing to work outdoors under variable weather conditions, and willing and able to hike over steep terrain. Camping will be required most nights during the work week. Qualifications: Previous field experience in ecological studies is required. Experience or education in forestry, botany, ecology, or soils and an ability to identify trees and shrubs are preferred. A valid driver’s license and safe driving record are required. We seek individuals who are attentive to detail, can work long hours under strenuous field conditions (e.g., steep slopes, dense vegetation, inclement weather), are flexible and can work cooperatively with others. Preferred: Bachelor of Science in forestry, ecology, botany or soils, or equivalent work experience Salary: $10-$14/Hour, depending on qualifications. Housing may be provided near field sites. To apply: Please be specific about your qualifications as they pertain to the job description and desired skills. Send letter of interest, resume and list of three references (including name, address, telephone & e-mail address) to the address below. Electronic applications are welcome. Documentation Needed: Valid driver’s license and social security card upon hire. Contact: Jeff Shatford, 301H Richardson Hall, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR 97331-5752. Email: jeff. shatford@oregonstate.edu, Telephone: (541) 737-5897. Close Date: May 15, 2007. Technicians - The Clark lab seeks full-time research technicians for the 2007 field season. The employment period could begin as early as April 2007, depending on applicant availability, and continue until November 2007 (though students who can work only during their summer break are welcome to apply). We study plant community ecology and forest responses to global change. Our research sites are located in the Duke Forest in the piedmont of North Carolina, and in the southern Appalachian Mountains in western North Carolina. 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fungal pathogen ecology. Most work will be conducted in the field, although we will conduct work in the laboratory as well. Experience in ecological research, knowledge of the taxonomy of eastern forests, and experience using Microsoft Excel are all beneficial, but not required. Applicants should be willing to work under field conditions that often include heat, rain, biting insects, and steep terrain. Compensation is $9/hour. Housing and transportation will be provided for trips to field sites in the Appalachian Mountains. Application materials should include a cover letter of one page or less describing your background and interest in the position, and a resume that documents your relevant experience, skills, and abilities. Please submit these materials as a single document to Luke Pangle (lap24@duke.edu, 919-660-7295). Close Date: Until Filled. Summer Botany Field Technicians - One 16-week position: Late May to mid September, 2007 $9 to $12 /hour USFS S.T.E.P. position Must be registered for classes in Fall of 2007 Two 8-week positions: Mid July to mid September, 2007 $9 /hour University position open to all Position Description: assist in understory vegetation data collection for a long-term prescribed burn study in ponderosa pine forests. Required: Ability to identify plants to species (required for 16 week position), Ability to consistently pay close attention to detail Flexibility to work a variable daytime schedule (not to exceed 80 hours per 2 week period), Ability to work independently following prescribed procedures Ability to work long hours in the field. Desired: Comfort and/or experience using PDA for direct field data entry Interest in plant communities, Willingness to camp at site if needed. Duties include: Collecting vegetation data and samples, Installing research plots, Laboratory work to key unknown species, Data entry. Application: please send resume, cover letter, and references to: Catherine Scudieri (cas285@nau.edu), NAU School of Forestry, PO Box 15018, 110 E Pine Knoll Drive, Flagstaff, AZ 86011-5018. For additional information contact: Catherine by email or phone (928-814-9864). Close Date: Until Filled. Biologist - A hardworking, dedicated individual with good fieldwork, writing and computer skills is needed immediately to fill the position of biologist. This is a full time, permanent position with a combination of fieldwork and office work. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to tracking radio-collared bighorn via foot, and caring for the captive herd of Peninsular bighorn, letter writing, data entry, writing field reports, newsletter articles, correspondence with members, general public, and resource agencies. Minimum Requirements: B.S. or B.A. in biological sciences or related field. Excellent writing skills and proficiency with Word, Excel, and Access are required. The successful applicant must be in very good physical condition and able to hike in a harsh desert environment where summer temperatures can exceed 110 F. Applicant must be willing to work long hours and perform a wide variety of tasks. Flexibility, a positive attitude and the ability to work independently as well as in team situations are essential. Starting salary is $2,300 per month working approximately 50 hrs per week, 5 days/week. Benefits include health insurance after 6 months, 1 week paid vacation after 1 year, and a retirement plan at 2 years. Application: Fax or mail cover letter, resume, list of 3 references (address and phone number), photocopy of original transcripts and a scientific writing sample (i.e., an excerpt from a college term paper, no longer than 10 pages) to: Aimee Byard, Associate Director, Bighorn Institute, P.O. Box 262, Palm Desert, CA 92261. You can fax application materials to: 760-340-3987 (attn. Aimee Byard). No phone calls or emails please. We would like to fill this position as soon as possible. Selected applicants will be contacted for a phone interview followed by a personal interview for final candidates. Close Date: Until Filled. Researchers - The USGS Lake Michigan Ecological Research Station (LMERS) in Porter, Indiana at the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore is soliciting resumes from undergraduate and graduate students seeking summer employment in 2007. Positions and salary are subject to pending funding. Positions will likely extend from May to August, but some may continue into the fall. Salary will be commensurate with education level and experience (>$10 per hour). Applicants should be able to drive motor vehicles, be U.S. citizens, and be willing to work outdoors in hot (sometimes cold), humid, and insect infested conditions in all kinds of summer weather. Station staff includes five Ph.D. scientists plus technical and administrative staff. The field station is located at the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, a unit of the National Park Service. Research opportunities fall into two areas: terrestrial research and aquatic/microbiological. Terrestrial projects we are working on include 1 ) avian distribution and abundance within a semi-urban landscape, 2) ecology, biology, and genetics of a native and invasive bittersweet, and 3) a study concerning the interaction between nitrogen deposition, disturbance and invasive seed pressure on the health and composition of dunes along a successional gradient. We expect to hire one seasonal person and perhaps a minimally paid intern. One to two positions in aquatic sciences are anticipated. These technicians will participate in research related to water quality of Lake Michigan particularly focused on beach water quality and bacterial contaminates of streams, soils and beach sands. Field work will consist of sample collections

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and Environmental Information Management, as well as stand-alone courses offered by partner universities, many of which are in the developing world. The UNU-GVU Consortium on Education for Sustainable Development was established to provide “e-learning for a sustainable future” and help meet the diverse objectives of the UN Millennium Development Goals and the UN Decade of Education for Sustainable Development (20052015). This two-year Master’s program is designed to help students understand and formulate solutions for complex issues involving the environment, development and decision-making processes by working closely with their professors through a “learner-centered pedagogy.” For those professionals looking for an intensive, multifaceted program, the prestigious Nicholas School of the Environment and Earth Sciences at Duke University offers a Master of Environmental Management (MEM) with several concentrations in addition to a Master of Forestry and Certificates in Geospatial Analysis as well as Energy and Environment. Combining online with traditional learning since 2004, the two-year program teaches through written and electronic formats, web conferencing, case studies, five weeklong intensive on-campus sessions, and even a workshop in Washington, DC where students learn from prominent leaders in the private, public and not-forprofit sectors. Another renowned program is the Master of Science in Environmental Sciences and Policy available through Johns Hopkins University. With a few onsite course requirements, the program can be completed in one and a half to three years, and emphasizes case studies and student projects. If you are looking for a leader in distance education, the University of Maryland’s University College has been providing distance learning since Word War II and now provides its Master of Science in Environmental Management program entirely online. It offers entirely asynchronous online classes, supplying its worldwide student population with flexibility and a proven web-based course management system available only through the University. Pennsylvania State University has been a pioneer in distance education since 1892, once utilizing radio and postal systems, and now uses multiple technologies to offer more than fifty distance education programs to learners from all seven continents through its online “World Campus”. Its Master of Geographic Information Systems helps fulfill the GIS Certification Institute’s achievement points requirement for certification as a geographic information systems professional and allows you to earn a post-baccalaureate Certificate in GIS—also offered as a standalone option online. World Campus programs are also supported by a full range of student services that one often misses in distance education, such as library access, assessment, and access to advisors. If you are considering a degree in Natural Resources, the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University’s College of Natural Resources is a good place to start. Ranked among the best in the country, the College of Natural Resources is nationally recognized in the areas of forestry, forest products, fisheries and wildlife sciences, and geography and offers a Master’s and a Certificate in Resource Management. Having transformed its twenty-five-year-old correspondence course training program into an entirely web-based program, these degrees are supported by the US

Online Resources Helpful web tools for finding online programs in the environment are generally incomplete, but are developing quickly. One such tool is the new and growing Natural Resources Distance Learning Consortium Portal, which provides detailed information on current certificate and degree programs in natural resources management that are available through web-based course delivery (nrdlc.iddl.vt.edu). To search for online graduate programs in the environmental field more generally, try www.distance.gradschools. com. While other good search engines for programs in environmental studies do not yet distinguish between distance learning and on-campus options, they can prove very helpful as you decide what works best for you. A few worth trying include: • The Directory of Environmental Programs at ncseonline.org/dep, where you can search over 275 programs listed by subject, school, location or degree. • Brown University’s Environmental Programs List, at envstudies.brown.edu/dept/espgm.htm, includes environmental programs in the U.S., Canada, Australia, the UK, and other countries. • The Sustainability Degree Programs tool, at www.ulsf.org/resources_sust_degrees.htm, is made available by the Association of University Leaders for a Sustainable Future. The directory contains interdisciplinary degree programs in which sustainability or sustainable development topics and issues are a major theme. Some top online graduate programs in the environmental field include: Arizona State University - East (www.etmonline.asu. edu/degreePrograms/master.cfm): • Master of Science in Technology degree with a concentration in Environmental Technology Management Duke University (www.nicholas.duke.edu/programs/ continuing.html): • Master of Environmental Management • Master of Forestry • Certificate in Energy and Environment • Certificate in Geospatial Analysis Green Mountain College (www.greenmtn.edu/ graduate_studies/ms_es/): • Master of Science in Environmental Studies Johns Hopkins University (www.advanced.jhu.edu/ academic/environmental/accelerated): • Master of Science in Environmental Sciences and Policy program Penn State World Campus (www.worldcampus.psu. edu/index.shtml): • Master of Geographic Information Systems • Certificate in Geographic Information Systems

United Nations University’s Global Virtual University (www.gvu.unu.edu): • Master of Global Environment and Development Studies University of Denver (www.universitycollege.du.edu/ program/academic/oncampus/epm): • Master of Environmental Policy and Management • University of Idaho (www.cnrhome.uidaho.edu): • Master of Natural Resources • Certificate in Restoration Ecology • Certificate in Fire Ecology, Management, and Technology University of Maryland/University College (www. umuc.edu/grad/envm.shtml): • Master of Science in Environmental Management University of Montana (wmdep.wilderness.net/ default.htm): • Wilderness Management Distance Education Program University of Newcastle (www.newcastle.edu.au/ program/11361): • Master of Environmental and Business Management

Prescott College (www.prescott.edu/academics/map/ University of Tennessee at Martin (www.utm.edu/ areas.html#es): departments/caas/msaom): • Master of Arts in Environmental Studies • Master of Science in Agricultural Operations Management Rochester Institute of Technology (www.rit. edu/~625www/online/95.php3): Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University • Master of Science in Environmental, Health and (www.cnr.vt.edu): Safety Management • Master of Natural Resources • Certificate of Graduate Study in Natural Resources Southern Methodist University (www.engr.smu. edu/academic/distance.html): • Master of Science in Environmental Engineering • Master of Science in Environmental Science

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Forest Service and the Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Land Management, giving them an edge in the field of public land management. Determined to provide online courses that are equivalent to their on-site counterparts, Gary Evans, Director of the Natural Resources Distance Learning Consortium (an initiative of Virginia Tech), noted the difficulty involved with translating natural resources courses in particular into the distance learning formats that are required to meet growing demands of working professionals. According to a study published by the Renewable Natural Resources Foundation, an estimated 20,000 professionals will have retired from federal positions in natural resources between 2000 and 2007. To meet this need, a small but growing group of natural resources colleges are working together to provide the broadest possible spectrum of online courses in natural resources through the Natural Resources Distance Learning Consortium. By enrolling at any Consortium member’s university, a student can take about half of their courses from any other consortium university’s online courses. To date this Consortium includes Virginia Tech, the University of Idaho, Northern Arizona University, the University of Montana, Stephen F. Austin University, and Penn State. Recognizing the need for experiential education, the Consortium is also developing the concept of a three-credit “hybrid education module,” including an online introductory module, a module of field activities, and an online follow-up module centered around field reports and conclusions. The University of Idaho also offers a well-rounded non-thesis Master of Natural Resources online as well as Certificates in Restoration Ecology and Fire Ecology, Management, and Technology. For Wilderness Management, a distance education program offered by the University of Montana and the Arthur Carhart National Wilderness Training Center can be taken online or by correspondence and requires no wilderness management experience. For those in the field of agriculture, the University of Tennessee’s growing distance education programs now include the Martin campus’ Master of Science in Agricultural Operations Management, offered completely by distance delivery. Graduate degrees in the environmental field train students to be more than data-gatherers, preparing them to be managers, consultants, scientists, liaisons and more. Still, programs differ in what they teach and prepare students for, so the most important thing to consider is what you want to go on to do. If you are interested in environmental advocacy for instance, you should look for a program that allows you cultivate your leadership skills though community initiatives. Meanwhile, local positions in assessment and planning may require more scientific, regional expertise. Some important questions to ask yourself when considering an online graduate program include: • What kind of degree or coursework is sufficient for your current or desired position? • How much time and motivation do you have? • Who is the program designed for? (Early and mid-career professionals, teachers, government employees, business people, recent graduates with particular degrees, leaders of non-profit groups, etc.) • Are there any on-campus or in-the-field sessions or projects required? • Does the program have experiential requisites? • How much is tuition and would your organization sponsor you? • Do online students have access to all the resources available to on-campus students? • Are courses offered in an asynchronous format or will you need to participate in discussions at specified times? • Are instructors supported by experts in online education? • What have the programs’ graduates gone on to do? Dozens of choices are available; students simply need to match themselves with the best program for their particular situation and future plans. Kat Godfrey is a Master’s Candidate at European Peace University of Stadtschlaining, Austria and a Former Research Assistant for Environic Foundation International located in Chevy Chase, Maryland.

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and water quality measurement, laboratory efforts will be directed at molecular (e.g. PCR) and microbiological studies. Please note in your resume, previous research experience, any taxonomic expertise you might have, potential dates of availability, references, and contact information (phone and e-mail - be sure to include alternative phone and email, if you will be away from campus after the end of the semester). Send resume to npavlovic@usgs.gov. Close Date: Until Filled. Associate Position - Crayfish Ecology. A research associate position is available immediately in the Department of Biological Sciences at Florida Atlantic University working in the labs of Nathan Dorn and John Volin. The associate will be responsible for leading the field and data management component of an ongoing study on crayfish ecology in the Florida Everglades. 60-70% of time will be spent planning the field schedule, leading a sampling crew, flying in helicopters, operating/maintaining an airboat, and conducting experiments. 30-40% of time will be spent in the lab and on the computer working on data management, analysis, and writing. Applicants should have a MS/MA or higher in ecology, fisheries, or a related discipline. Applicants must be able to work with minimal supervision and be comfortable working in a sometimes harsh environment. Experience in aquatic ecology, working with GIS/GPS, and managing/analyzing large datasets are desirable. Applicants must be willing to commit to the position for a minimum of one year. Starting salary from 30-34K (plus benefits) depending upon qualifications. Applications should contain a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references. Please email application materials to Dr. Nathan Dorn, ndorn1@fau.edu, Department of Biological Sciences, Florida Atlantic University, Davie, FL 33314, USA. Close Date: Until Filled. Field Research Assistants - Four (4) needed for continuation of long-term studies of bird responses to fire and fuels management and riparian bird community dynamics in the mountains of central Nevada. Primary duties include daily morning surveys (point counts) and vegetation sampling at survey locations. Great opportunity to explore these little-known, spectacular mountain ranges (Shoshone, Toiyabe, Toquima, and Monitor). Duration approximately 5 weeks (29 May through 30 June) with few days off, but some afternoons free. Research assistants will work independently and in small teams (two- three), with field vehicle provided. Camping at primitive field sites will be the norm, with occasional access to small-town motels or Forest Service housing with hot shower and basic kitchen facilities. Applicants must have demonstrable experience and proficiency in identification of western birds by sight and sound; preference given for bachelor’s or advanced degree in biology, ecology, or related field. Applicants must be in good physical condition, able to work independently in rugged and remote locations, and willing to work long hours as necessary. Applicants also must possess good organizational skills, including ability to collect and maintain accurate hard-copy data records, and a valid driver’s license with a good driving record and off-road and 4WD experience. Sense of humor and patience required; personal 4WD vehicle a plus (field use will be compensated). Compensation approximately $3000, but negotiable and dependent on experience. Send cover letter and resume or CV (with names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references) to Erica Fleishman (fleishman@nceas.ucsb. edu), National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis, Santa Barbara, CA AND to David Dobkin (dobkin@hderi. org), High Desert Ecological Research Institute, Bend, OR. Close Date: Until Filled. Coordinator - The Department of Biology invites applications for Laboratory Coordinator, a 12-month appointment. A minimum of a M.S. in biology is required. This person will serve as coordinator for biology core and advanced labs for majors and non-majors, focusing primarily on ecological, organismal and evolutionary biology during the fall and spring semesters and summer session. This job involves purchase, preparation, and setup of laboratory materials along with some instruction, primarily in laboratories. Preference will be given to individuals with experience coordinating and/or teaching introductory biology labs. The successful applicant will supervise undergraduate students and teaching assistants and work closely with other biology faculty in curricular and pedagogical initiatives and their implementation. Collaborative research with other faculty is possible. Submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, names of three persons from whom recommendations may be requested, and statement of teaching philosophy as part of an electronic application. Close Date: Until Filled. Post-Doctoral Researcher - I have two openings in my lab at the University of Nevada, Reno: a post-doctoral researcher (PhD required) and a research technician position. The main project for both positions is to conduct restoration trials with native species in former agricultural lands. This project is part of a large, multi-disciplinary, multi-investigator project at UNR and the Desert Research Institute (DRI). This work is ongoing, and the ideal start date for both positions is as soon as possible. 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primary restoration experiments, I am looking for someone to take part in ongoing projects in my lab, and develop new experiments and proposals based on our mutual interests. My research includes work on the population biology of native and invasive Great Basin species, rapid evolution of adaptive traits, and basic questions involving plant-herbivore interactions. The applicant could have interests in ecological genetics (in field and common garden settings) or molecular lab techniques, though a motivated individual with a variety of interests in plant ecology would also fit in well. Postdoc salary is 35k-40k + benefits, for 18 months, with possibilities for extension. Tecnician Postion: This position will have many of the same elements described above, and will work closely with the post-doc. A PhD is not required. Technician salary is 25k-30k, + benefits, for 18 months. Please send a CV, short email summarizing your background, current research interests, preferred start date, and email address of three professional references to Elizabeth Legere (leger@cabnr. unr.edu). Close Date: Until Filled. Riparian Ecologist/Community Ecologist - Post-Doctoral Research Associate, Department of Forest Science, Oregon State University. Starting Date: May 1, 2007. Responsibilities: Compile, summarize, and interpret research on riparian ecology and forest management strategies conducted in the Cooperative Forest Ecosystem Research (CFER) program (35%). Evaluate CFER research in context of published literature on riparian ecology and management strategies (20%), and write synthesis paper outlining knowledge gaps and research needs for understanding effects of contemporary riparian forest management practices in western Oregon (20%). Analyze landscape management scenarios developed by the Landscape Scenario Analysis Project (LSAP) and assess the potential effects of these scenarios on riparian and aquatic food webs (15%). Cooperate with other CFER researchers to facilitate related research activities (10%). Funding currently available for 18 months. Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Ecology or related discipline. GIS and statistical analysis skills. Demonstrated experience and expertise in riparian ecology and management. Ability to work independently, utilize library resources, and communicate results in form of professional presentations and publications. Experience conducting research in team-oriented, interdisciplinary academic setting. Experience with designing, developing and maintaining large relational databases. Desirable Qualification: Familiarity with ecological conditions and silvicultural practices in forests of the Pacific Northwest. Demonstrated commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. Experience in MS SQL Database server and MS Access. Experience in relational probabilistic models. Employment Conditions: Full-time, fixed term 12-month faculty position. Re-appointment is at the discretion of the Dean. Full-time annual salary is $35k–$45k depending on experience and qualifications. Medical, dental, and life insurance available; staff tuition privileges for employee or a dependent at an Oregon University System school (restrictions apply), annual leave, and sick leave. For More Information: Contact David Hibbs, Department of Forest Science, 321 Richardson Hall, Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon, 97331-5752; phone: 541-737-6077; email: david.hibbs@orst.edu. To Apply: Go to http://jobs.oregonstate.edu and electronically submit a letter of application with statement of interest, vitae (resume), examples of your publications if available, unofficial copies of transcripts, and two letters of references. Close Date: Until Filled. Ecology Positions - I have two positions open in my lab at the University of Nevada, Reno, to work on the ecological consequences of potential water right transfers for agriculture and surrounding ecosystems in Nevada’s Walker River Basin. 1. Post-Doctoral Research Associate: Dynamic ecosystem modeling of riparian plant community responses to land use change. 2. Research Associate / Spatial Analyst: Spatial modeling and risk assessment analysis. These positions are part of a large, multi-disciplinary, multiinvestigator project involving UNR and the Desert Research Institute. The post-doctoral research associate will develop or adapt an ecological modeling approach to forecast plant community responses to changing water allocations and agricultural practices. There will be opportunity to develop a research project addressing the broader implications of changing land and water use practices for dynamics of plant communities and riparian landscapes, particularly with regard to invasive and weedy plant species. The spatial analyst will apply spatial modeling and remote sensing methods to scale measures of evapotranspiration, soil erosivity, salinization potential, soil temperature and ANPP from experimental field plots to the greater Walker River Basin. Applicants for the post-doctoral position must have obtained a Ph.D. within the past 5 years in a relevant scientific discipline, and should have prior experience in ecological simulation modeling, preferably with an ecophysiological or ecosystems emphasis. Salary range is $38k -$42k DOE, + health and retirement benefits. Applicants for the spatial analyst position will preferably have an M.S. degree (B.S. minimum) in a relevant field (ecology, geography, natural resources, environmental science, etc.), with a GIS or remote sensing emphasis. Strong knowledge of ArcGIS software and statistics is required. GIS programming skills, geostatistical skills, and remote sensing are highly desirable. Salary range is $32k - $36k DOE, + benefits. Both positions are

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Forestry & Natural Resources available immediately, and expected to last for 18 months with continuation likely. To Apply: Send a cover letter describing your background including research interests and experiences, a resume or CV, copies of publications (if relevant), and contact information for three references. These materials should be sent (electronically or by mail) to: Dr. Peter Weisberg, Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Science, University of Nevada-Reno, 1000 Valley Road / Mail Stop 186, Reno NV 89557. email: pweisberg@cabnr.unr.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Mycorrhizal Ecologist - The following positions are open: - Postdoctoral Research Associate (3 years, funding available for 5 years) in mycorrhizal/ fungal ecology at Freie Universitaet Berlin. Teaching: 4 hrs/ week. Focus on soil molecular ecology. Application deadline: 4/2/07; start date is flexible. - Postdoctoral Research Associate (3 years, funding available for 5 years) in mycorrhizal ecology at Freie Universitaet Berlin. Teaching: 4 hrs/week. Focus on ecology of arbuscular mycorrhiza. Application deadline: 4/2/07; start date is flexible (but April preferred). Also: 1 Ph.D. student position (4 years, 2 hrs/ week teaching) in mycorrhizal/ plant/ soil ecology (open topic). Application deadline 3/19/07. For more details, and to view the full position descriptions/ application instructions (in German) go to mycorrhizas.googlepages.com Please contact Matthias Rillig (matthias@mso.umt.edu) with inquiries about these and other opportunities to join the new group in Berlin. Exceptional candidates in other areas of soil and plant ecology will also be considered. Close Date: Until Filled. Plant Invasion Biologist - We are seeking a postdoc highly motivated to work on determinants of plant invasiveness in field, garden, and molecular lab. The work will mainly involve comparative research on congeneric pairs of invasive and non-invasive plants species native to Switzerland. The position will be in the new group of Markus Fischer at the Institute of Plant Sciences of the University of Bern, Switzerland, and is funded within the framework of the NCCR (National Competence Center in Research) “Plant Survival”. We offer a stimulating research environment in a lively and social institute in a beautiful city close to the Alps. The position will be for a period of two years, and should start as soon as possible (1 May 2007 or soon thereafter). The salary will be about 70’000 CHF per year. Requirements for the position include a PhD in population biology, evolutionary ecology, or related fields, a proven record of research, experience with field work, garden or greenhouse experiments, and lab work, statistical and writing skills, as well as a driver’s licence. For more information on this position and research in our lab contact Markus Fischer or Mark van Kleunen at the email addresses below. Applicants should e-mail a short statement of research interests, curriculum vitae, and contact details of three references to both Markus Fischer at Markus.Fischer@ips. unibe.ch and Mark van Kleunen at vankleunen@ukzn.ac.za. Close Date: Until Filled. Post-Doctoral Position - The Department of Statistics, University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, is looking to fill a Post-Doctoral position starting May 2007 contingent on funding. The appointment is for one year. The position involves collaborative and methodological research on Bayesian predictive modeling of the ship strike risk for endangered North Atlantic right whales. This work is in conjunction with scientists at the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Fish & Wildlife Research Institute in St. Petersburg, FL, and will focus on developing detailed spatial models of risk based on right whale survey data, shipping data, and associated covariates, and will require close collaboration with state (both FL and GA) and federal researchers. Preferred candidates will have a PhD in statistics or related fields, and experience with Bayesian statistical estimation and modeling, with a particular emphasis on spatial analysis. PhD in statistics or related field with strong quantitative training or experience in statistical modeling required. Please send vita, transcript, and the names of three references to Dr. Mary Christman, Chair Post-Doc Search Committee, University of Florida, StatisticsIFAS, Gainesville, FL 32611-0339. For further questions e-mail: mcxman@ufl.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Volunteer Research Internships – Dallas, TX. The Dallas Zoo offers introductory and advanced research internships for college student volunteers to assist researchers with ongoing research projects. These internships generally occur during the summer, but arrangements can be made for an internship to occur during the school year. All introductory and advanced interns receive an evaluation and letter of reference upon successful completion of an internship. Arrangements can be made for interns to earn college credit. Introductory internship: students must have had at least one year of introductory biology courses. Advanced internship: students must have previous research experience equivalent to an introductory research internship. Contact: Sherri Reneau at sreneau@dalzoo.org/. Close Date: May 1, 2007. PhD Position - A PhD position is available for a highly motivated and qualified individual to join me in an endeavor to understand plant-insect interactions through an ecogenomics approach. The project will entail both

functional genomics and metabolomics techniques applied to the evolution of galling insects on their host, quaking aspen. Although important elements of this research have been planned, considerable intellectual freedom will be given to the successful applicant. Applicants must have solid laboratory and field skills. Consideration of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please send a cover letter that states your research interests and provides the names and contact information for three references, your curriculum vitae, and any other relevant materials by email to Jacqualine Grant (jbgrant@mtu.edu), School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI 49931. Close Date: Until Filled. Ecotoxicologist - I am soliciting applications for a graduate research assistant in aquatic ecotoxicology at the Ph.D. or M.S. level beginning fall 2007 within The Institute of Environmental and Human Health (TIEHH) and the Department of Environmental Toxicology. Applicants should have some level of experience and/or interest in ecology and aquatic toxicology. Experience conducting sediment and aqueous toxicity tests with resident and/or standardized aquatic organisms a plus. The successful candidate will be independent and highly motivated and good writing skills are essential for the Ph.D. level. Research interest in this lab is focused on the interface of ecology and aquatic toxicology focusing on ecosystem, community, and specieslevel responses to contaminant impacts. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an independent research project that builds upon and links to previous work on these topics. Please send a CV, copies of transcripts + GRE scores, a statement of research interests, and names and addresses of 3 references to the email address below. Initially, candidates should contact me via email (jonathan. maul@tiehh.ttu.edu) prior to preparing these documents to indicate their interest in the position. Jonathan D. Maul, Assistant Professor, The Institute of Environmental and Human Health (TIEHH), Department of Environmental Toxicology, Texas Tech University, Box 41163, Lubbock TX 79409-1163. jonathan.maul@tiehh.ttu.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Research Position - M.S. or Ph.D. graduate research position on Brant physiology. A graduate assistantship will be available at the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology to determine Atlantic Brant winter ecology including food resources, habitat use, and time energy budgets across the East Coast. Research responsibilities will include working for 6 winter months along the coast of New Jersey to collect 1) brant foods, 2) behavioral data, and 3) hunter killed carcass analysis. Graduate student will also coordinate 7 additional Atlantic states conducting the same information. The possibility exists the graduate student may spend some time during summer at the University of Rhode Island conducting lab analysis of samples. The successful applicant should have some experience with animal nutrition and physiology methodology but also interest in working in the field under harsh weather and field conditions. Approximate start date is June 1, 2007 but is negotiable. Stipend will be $17k+ per year plus a tuition-waiver and reduced cost health benefits. Interested individuals should send a cover letter outlining experience and research interests, curriculum vitae, unofficial copies of university transcripts and GRE scores, and contact information for three references to Dr. Chris Williams, Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology, 253 Townsend Hall, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716 (PH: 302-831-4592, FAX: 302-831-8889, Email: ckwillia@udel.edu). Applications by e-mail (with electronic copies of requested documents) are preferred, and will be accepted until March 26, 2007. Qualified applicants should have a B.S. in Zoology or Wildlife Ecology, an interest and background in nutrition and physiology, a minimum 3.1/4.0 GPA, and a minimum combined math/verbal GRE score of 1100. I will give strong preference to applicants who have record of previous research or field experience. Close Date: Until Filled. M.S. Assistantship - Ecology of Bottomland Hardwoods. I am seeking an enthusiastic, motivated student to pursue a MS degree through the Department of Biology. The student will be housed at the Plant Ecology Laboratory. The student will have the opportunity to interact with a core ecology group, specialized in broad range of research. Initially, the student will investigate the effects of forest fragmentation and land-use patterns on the ecology of Bottomland Hardwood Forests in northeastern Louisiana (with an emphasis on invasive species). The student will utilize a combination of GIS and field data to quantify and compare forest-cover loss in the region to historical data. I expect the student to join the program this Fall (2007), and to begin research next summer. Experience with analytical software and GIS techniques is desirable, but not required. Previous research experience is also desirable. Interested students are encouraged to respond to Dr. Joydeep Bhattacharjee (joydeep@ulm.edu) for more information as soon as possible. Please e-mail me for this position with a copy of your CV. Close Date: Until Filled. Assistantship - A MS wildlife restoration and management fellowship/assistantship is available on a bobwhite quail habitat and population restoration and management project in rangelands of south-central Florida. Starting

Date: May-August 2007 (Flexible). The project includes 1) restoring quail habitat on >800 ha of rangeland, 2) using translocated, wild birds, reestablishing a sustainable quail population within the restoration area, 3) examining the ecology (e.g., survival, reproduction, movements, and habitat relationships) of translocated and endemic birds in the restoration and surrounding area, and 4) evaluating the success of habitat restoration and use of translocated quail to reestablish bobwhite populations by comparing the ecology of translocated birds to endemic birds in this study and information from other studies on bobwhite ecology and habitat restoration. In addition to typical graduate coursework and research, the student will be trained and, where appropriate, certified in habitat restoration and land management practices (e.g., prescribed burning, herbicide application, planting and reseeding, timber harvest, and other mechanical treatments, such as roller-chopping, disking, etc.). The goal of the program is to provide advanced course work, research, and applied training in wildlife restoration and management. The student may pursue a degree in either Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, through the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, or Interdisciplinary Ecology, through the School of Natural Resources and Environment. Qualifications: Interest and experience in wildlife restoration and management; ability and willingness to work both independently and as part of a diverse team of wildlife and land managers; and Bachelors Degree in Wildlife, Range, Forest, or Land Management, or related field; GPA ≥ 3.0 (4.0 scale); GRE scores ≥ 1000 (V+Q). Experience with trapping and handling birds, point and covey counts, radio-telemetry, and GIS a plus, but not required. Stipend and Benefits: $16k/yr for 3 years, full tuition waiver, medical insurance, and housing and some meals at the field site. Review of applications will begin 2 April 2007 and continue until a suitable candidate is found. To apply, send a letter of interest, resume, copies of transcripts and GRE scores, and contact information for ≥3 references to: William M. Giuliano, Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida, 308 Newins-Ziegler Hall, PO Box 110430, Gainesville, FL 32611-0430. Phone: 352-846-0575, Fax: 352-392-6984, Email: docg@ufl.edu. Email applications are encouraged. Close Date: Until Filled. Quantitative Ecologist - A postdoctoral position is available in my lab at San Diego State University. The candidate will have the opportunity to work on various projects in ecological modeling, data analysis, and population assessment on topics that can include understanding the impact of fisheries bycatch and other anthropogenic effects on vulnerable populations, demographic trend and spatial analyses. A Ph.D. in ecology or related field is required and superior writing and quantitative skills are critical for this position. To apply, please send an application letter with professional interests, research experience and goals, CV, reprints, and names, addresses, and email addresses of three references to Dr. Rebecca Lewison (rlewison@sciences.sdsu.edu). More information on the Ecology program at SDSU. Close Date: May 1, 2007.

in all aspects of the study (i.e., identification, mapping, and/or evaluation of wildlife populations, hydrophytic plants, hydric soils, hydrology, etc.) and will develop a thesis proposal and conduct research dealing with wetland plant decomposition rates and the impact on larval amphibian or invertebrate ecology. The student will be working toward a M.S. in Wildlife and Fisheries Resources in the Division of Forestry and Natural Resources at West Virginia University. Qualifications: B. S. in Wildlife, Wetlands, Environmental Science or closely related field. Minimum GPA of 3.0 and combined quantitative/ verbal GRE scores of 1100. A strong interest in wetland function or wildlife conservation is essential. Field experience with either wildlife or plants is required. Field experience in the Appalachians and experience with amphibians, plant decomposition studies, and mitigation wetlands is highly desirable. Industrious, hard-working student that can make decisions independently, work cooperatively with other students, and supervise technicians preferred. Stipend: $12k/year plus health insurance and complete tuition waiver. Interested individuals should send a letter of interest, resume, a statement of purpose (i.e., why you want to work on this project at WVU, your research and career interests, etc.) copy of transcripts and GRE scores, and contact information for 3 references to Dr. James T. Anderson at wetland@wvu.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. PhD Position - Resource Ecology Group, Wageningen University, The Netherlands. The Resource Ecology Group performs research and education in community ecology of large herbivores, with emphasis on their interactions with the vegetation. We consider aggregation levels ranging from plant part to ecosystem, with a geographical focus on Africa. The group has an outstanding international scientific status and all our graduate students face prosperous carrier outlooks. Within the general research field ‘Sustainable management of natural resources’ of Prof. de Bie, we now offer a PhD position for the period 1 June 2007 - 1 June 2011. PhD project: The study focuses on the role large savanna trees have on nutrients and moisture for tree seedlings and grasses. How do these large trees alter the balance between competition and facilitation of trees and grasses in savannas? We will experimentally test whether large trees can enhance plant available nutrients (the nutrient-pump hypothesis) and moisture (the two-layer hypothesis) using isotope tracers in South Africa. Preparation, data analysis and the thesis defence will be carried out at Wageningen University. Requirements: (Plant)Ecologist, agronomist, geo-botanist or soil scientist (MSc degree) with experimental experience in tropical fieldwork and with an interest in savanna ecology. Experience in isotope tracers in plants and statistical data analysis is preferred. In possession of a driving licence. Candidates with a publication record are preferred. Renumeration: A full-time position for 4 years. The stipend will be 1100 Euro per month when in the Netherlands and 700 Euro when in the country of fieldwork. The position

Quantitative Ecologist - Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Toronto. Two postdoctoral positions are available in Spring 2007. 1. A position to work with a multi-disciplinary team of academic and government scientists (Peter Abrams, Marie-Josee Fortin, Don Jackson, Brian Shuter) on the spatial ecology of aquatic ecosystems. Areas of interest include (i) statistical approaches to identifying and quantifying how biomass at several trophic levels varies spatially and the associations between that variation and physical habitat features; (ii) associations between the success of an invasive species and spatial variation in the distribution and dynamics of its prey; (iii) mechanistic modelling of the role of spatial variation in determining interaction strength between ecosystem components and consequent implications for ecosystem dynamics; The candidate would have access to a rich, multi year data base documenting the impacts of an invasive predator (the double crested cormorant) on the fish communities resident in large coastal areas of Lake Huron. 2. A position in theoretical evolutionary ecology. The person hired would have wide latitude to work on their own choice of projects, but some should be in collaboration with Peter Abrams on one or more of the following topics: (1) developing models of the dynamics of ecologically important behaviours; (2) examining the impact of adaptive behaviour on evolutionary change in traits with related ecological functions within sets of interacting species; (3) modeling coevolution in variable environments. Positions are for 2 years; initial salary is $40k Canadian per year. Send a curriculum vitae, copies of 2 publications, and names of two people who could provide letters of references to: Peter Abrams, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Zoology Bldg., University of Toronto, 25 Harbord St., Toronto, ON M5S 3G5 Canada. email: abrams@zoo.utoronto.ca. Close Date: Until Filled. M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship - Wetland Wildlife Ecology. Division of Forestry and Natural Resources, Wildlife and Fisheries Resources Program Starting Date: May to August 2007 or negotiable. This two and one-half year project is designed to evaluate and compare the function of mitigation wetlands to natural wetlands. Student will take part

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Forestry & Natural Resources is open for non-EU citizens only. Information For information contact Dr. Frank van Langevelde, tel.: +31 317 484750; email frank.vanlangevelde@wur.nl, or Prof Steven de Bie, email: steven.debie@shell.com. Send your application, including CV, before April 15 to frank.vanlangevelde@wur. nl. Close Date: Until Filled. Researcher - A postdoctoral research position is available at North Carolina State University in the lab of Jules Silverman (Entomology) on a collaborative project with Rob Dunn (Zoology) to understand the behavioral, life history and evolutionary shifts associated with the transition of native species into urban pests. The project has an applied component (understanding pests), but fits well within a broader ecological and evolutionary framework. The project could involve a mix of experimental, observational, genetic and other tools, depending on the interests of the successful applicant. The successful applicant will interact with a broad group of students, postdocs and faculty in the departments of Entomology and Zoology working in urban ecology, conservation, macroecology and biogeography. The position is based in the department of Entomology, a large interdisciplinary department with strong links to the research in the Zoology, Genetics, and Forestry departments and Keck Behavioral Biology progam as well as to researchers at neighboring Duke and UNC. Fieldwork would most likely be in the Raleigh area. The position is available immediately and will last for two years with a possible one-year extension depending on the availability of funds. Qualifications: Ph.D. in a biological science, e.g. Entomology, Zoology, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Behavioral Biology. Research experience with social insects, particularly ants, preferred but not required. Application: Applicants must apply online. See http://jobs.ncsu.edu (position # 01-07-0702) for instructions and required documentation. A CV, statement of research interests and contact information for three references are required. Proper documentation of identity and employability will be required before the hiring process can be finalized. Contact: Jules Silverman jules_silverman@ncsu.edu 919513-2468. Close Date: Until Filled. Physiological Plant Ecologist - The Environment and Natural Resources Institute, University of Alaska Anchorage is seeking a physiological plant ecologist for a postdoctoral position on a NSF IPY (International Polar Year) project with field studies at Toolik Lake, AK and in NW Greenland. The incumbent will conduct and supervise experimental work elucidating the consequences of deeper snow, shrub increases and warmer summer temperature effects on leaflevel gas exchange, ecosystem carbon cycling, community composition, plant growth and plant-soil water relations. This will include studies using LiCor 6400 and 6200 instruments to quantify photosynthesis and respiration at the leaf and ecosystem-scale in addition to using stable isotope techniques (δ18O and δD) to study plant water sources, and 14C techniques to study soil respiration dynamics. The postdoctoral fellow will join a team that has conducting long-term experiments at Toolik Lake since 1994 as part of the ITEX (International Tundra Experiment) and in NW Greenland since 2002. A significant portion of the research focus will be on winter ecology. The successful applicant will be expected to assist in supervising graduate and undergraduate students and to assist the project PI’s with the project management. A Ph.D. or previous postdoctoral research experience in physiological plant ecology, plant physiology, plant community ecology, plant mineral nutrition, with a background in tundra ecosystem studies is desired. The salary will be between $3500-$3700 per month plus full benefits depending on experience. Submit letter of interest highlighting research experience applicable to these research activities, curriculum vitae and the names of three references to Dr. Jeff Welker, Professor and Director, at: afjmw1@uaa.alaska.edu. For complete job vacancy announcement and application process please see the full position listing. Close Date: Until Filled. Student Position - The Aquatic Ecology lab seeks fulltime students interested in pursuing a Master of Science degree in Biology. Graduate assistantships will include both a 9-month stipend and a separate summer stipend. The starting date can be effective either summer or fall 2007. Graduate student involvement directed towards one of the following active research projects dealing with the ecology of aquatic macroinvertebrates will be especially encouraged: * Influence of alternative forestry harvesting practices on headwater stream structure and function, with a particular emphasis on macroinvertebrates. * Importance of land-use gradients on the structure of stream macroinvertebrate assemblages. Please visit the Biology Web site for information about the Master of Science degree program or the WKU Office of Graduate Studies and Research regarding application information. Our graduate program in Biology and Biodiversity is large and diverse, and students are encouraged to use resources and participate in activities across departments within the Ogden College of Science and Engineering. For more information please contact: Scott A. Grubbs, Ph.D (scott.grubbs@wku.edu, 270 745-5048). Close Date: Until Filled. M.S. 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candidate cavefish species) in two caves and two resurgence streams in Perry County, Missouri. This is a continuation of an ongoing project (it will encompass the last two years of a four year project) to provide baseline data on the population status, movement and growth of this rare and unique species. The student would overlap with my current graduate student for a semester and have time to learn the field techniques and caves before taking over as lead on the project. The student will be expected to work closely with the Missouri Department of Conservation to schedule field trips and coordinate field help. A research assistantship will be available for part and likely all of the project period. The student will develop a thesis proposal related to this research and will work towards a M.S. in Biology. Qualifications: B.S. in Biology, Environmental Science or closely related field. Minimum GPA of 3.0 and a combined quantitative/verbal GRE score of 1100 (field experience may help offset any deficiency in scores). A strong interest in cave ecology is essential and a student with caving experience is highly desirable. Independent, hard-working students that can handle long hours in the field, work well with landowners, volunteers and agency personnel preferred. Stipend: $12k/year (dependent on funding) plus tuition waiver. If you are interested in this position please send your resume, statement of interest (why you are interested in this project and your career goals), copy of transcripts and GRE scores ,and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Ginny Adams (ginny.adams@mac.com). Close Date: Until Filled.

Assistantship Pharmaceuticals and personal care products are being continuously introduced into the aquatic environment, with little to no relevant data available with respect to their ecological fate and effects. M.S. or Ph.D. research assistantships are available to study the metabolism, bioconcentration and toxicity of selected pharmaceuticals to fish. Students should ideally be able to start no later than August 1, 2007. Previous experience in environmental analytical chemistry (e.g. LC-MS) or ecotoxicity testing is desirable, but not required. Interested students are encouraged to contact Duane Huggett (dbhuggett@unt.edu or 940-891-6956) for more information. Duane B. Huggett, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Department of Biology, Institute of Applied Sciences University of North Texas, Denton, TX 76208. (T) 940-891-6956. Close Date: Until Filled.

Research Assistantship - (M.S.) in Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences: Statistical models for population dynamics of small mammals. Student will be responsible for studying relationships between life history traits and patterns of population dynamics using existing, long-term markrecapture data and writing manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Qualifications: B.S. in wildlife ecology, wildlife management, zoology, or related field. Student is expected to have a strong quantitative background or have a strong interest or willingness to become a quantitative wildlife biologist. It is desired that student has taken at least three undergraduate mathematical or statistical classes (biometrics, calculus, etc.) Starting Date: August 1, 2007 (negotiable). Stipend: Starting $14k per annum plus complete waiver of tuition fees. Inquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Dr. Guiming Wang at gwang@cfr.msstate.edu (preferred). Application: Submit: 1) official college transcript(s), 2) vita, 3) three letters of recommendation, 4) letter of application which includes a discussion of qualifications, experience, and professional goals, and 5) GRE scores. To: Dr. Guiming Wang, Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, Box 9690, Mississippi State, MS 39762, USA. E-mail: gwang@cfr.msstate.edu. Close Date: May 30, 2007. Assistantship - Research Assistantship leading to M.Sc. in environmental science. Research topic: Effects of livestock grazing in southern interior wetlands: interactions with amphibians, benthic macroinvertebrates, vegetation, and breeding waterfowl. Responsibilities: You will be part of a team studying the effects of cattle on wetlands in the southern interior of British Columbia, Canada. This is an integrated study involving two professors from Thompson Rivers University (Dr. Lauch Fraser and Dr. Brian Heise) with two other graduate students, Ducks Unlimited Canada, and Agriculture Canada. Your responsibility will be the study of macroinvertebrates; how they are affected by cattle activity and their direct and indirect interactions with wetland function. Qualifications: B.Sc. Biology, Natural Resource Science or related field. Minimum GPA of 3.0. Student is expected to have a strong interest in wetland ecology. Starting Date: May 1, 2007 (negotiable). Stipend: $17k per annum. Inquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Dr. Brian Heise at bheise@tru.ca. Close Date: Until Filled. M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship - Wetland Wildlife Ecology. Division of Forestry and Natural Resources, Wildlife and Fisheries Resources Program Starting Date: May to August 2007 or negotiable. This two and one-half year

project is designed to evaluate and compare the function of mitigation wetlands to natural wetlands. Student will take part in all aspects of the study (i.e., identification, mapping, and/or evaluation of wildlife populations, hydrophytic plants, hydric soils, hydrology, etc.) and will develop a thesis proposal and conduct research dealing with wetland plant decomposition rates and the impact on larval amphibian or invertebrate ecology. The student will be working toward a M.S. in Wildlife and Fisheries Resources in the Division of Forestry and Natural Resources at West Virginia University. Qualifications: B. S. in Wildlife, Wetlands, Environmental Science or closely related field. Minimum GPA of 3.0 and combined quantitative/ verbal GRE scores of 1100. A strong interest in wetland function or wildlife conservation is essential. Field experience with either wildlife or plants is required. Field experience in the Appalachians and experience with amphibians, plant decomposition studies, and mitigation wetlands is highly desirable. Industrious, hard-working student that can make decisions independently, work cooperatively with other students, and supervise technicians preferred. Stipend: $12k/year plus health insurance and complete tuition waiver. Interested individuals should send a letter of interest, resume, a statement of purpose (i.e., why you want to work on this project at WVU, your research and career interests, etc.) copy of transcripts and GRE scores, and contact information for 3 references to Dr. James T. Anderson at wetland@wvu.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. PhD Position - A PhD position is available for a highly motivated and qualified individual to join me in an endeavor to understand road ecology and amphibian responses. The project will entail field work and laboratory trials with adults and tadpoles. Although important elements of this research have been planned, considerable intellectual freedom will be given to the successful applicant. Applicants must have solid laboratory and field skills. Consideration of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please send a cover letter that states your research interests and provides the names and contact information for three references, your curriculum vitae, and any other relevant materials by email to Jacqualine Grant (jbgrant@mtu.edu), School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI 49931. Close Date: Until Filled. Student Position - I am seeking a highly qualified MS or PhD student to work on an NSF-funded project examining plant-insect interactions involving aspen (Populus tremuloides) in Interior Alaska. The research examines the impact of extrafloral nectaries (EFNs) and chemical defense on damage by an herbivore, the aspen leaf miner (Phyllocnistis populiella), that currently impacts 80% of all aspen leaves in the region. Much of our work seeks to understand the mechanisms leading to patterns of mining damage in relationship to the presence of EFNs and focuses on tri-trophic interactions involving both ants and parasitoids. Competitive candidates will have a sincere interest in and curiosity about plant-insect interactions, a strong background in ecology, a good undergraduate record, superior GRE scores, and strong letters of reference. The successful candidate will be expected to qualify for admittance to the Department of Biology and Wildlife and the UAF Graduate School. More information about our graduate program. The successful candidate may enter our graduate program in the summer or fall of 2007. For more information please contact Pat Doak (ffpd@uaf.edu). Close Date: Until Filled. Researcher - Invasive earthworms from Eurasia are colonizing Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. These earthworms consume the forest floor and channelize the soil, thereby altering the ecology and hydrology of the ecosystem. A PhD position to investigate the effect of these invasive earthworms is available for a highly motivated and qualified individual in the School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science at Michigan Technological University (MTU). Desirable qualifications in the applicant include a master’s degree in Ecology, Forestry or Hydrology. A strong interest in field based research, experimental design and statistics is highly desired. Please send a cover letter that states your research interests and provides the names and contact information for three references, your curriculum vitae, and any other relevant materials by email to Dr. Tom Pypker (tgpypker@mtu.edu), School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI 49931. Tel: 906-487-1089. Close Date: Until Filled. Waterfowl Technician - Self-motivated individual with a strong work and conservation ethic is needed to maintain and install wood duck nest boxes throughout South Carolina. Extensive contact with private landowners is required and good communication skills are advantageous. Technicians will assist with scheduling site visits. Work is physically demanding, requiring walking, canoeing, and wading through uneven terrain in wetlands carrying heavy loads. Successful applicants must be able to work well independently and with others and be able to repeatedly lift 70 pounds, tolerate adverse field conditions including biting insects, snakes, and sudden rainstorms. The technician will assist with fundraising banquets and waterfowl hunts. The technician will learn many valuable skills including impoundment design and flooding, tractor operation, diesel pump operation, habitat

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management and many other waterfowl related skills. Technician should have a degree in wildlife biology, natural resource management or closely related field. Experience with waterfowl is preferred but individuals with experience in other fields will be considered. Field personnel should be able to identify bird species by nest material and/or eggs. Contact: Ben Harris at bharris@swca.org. Close Date: May 1, 2007. Grassland Field Technicians – Nebraska. Approximately 3 field technicians, are needed to conduct grassland bird point counts. The main duties of the chosen technicians include, completion of training, conducting point counts, surveying prairie dog colonies and data entry, for the study area previously listed. For more information about RMBO, please visit our web site (www.rmbo.org). Please send a cover letter stating interest, a resume, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Rob Sparks, Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory, 230 Cherry Street, Ft. Collins, CO 80521. We can also accept resumes via e-mail at rob.sparks@rmbo.org in Word or Word Perfect formats ONLY. Close Date: May 1, 2007. PA Fisher Technician – Pennsylvania. Field technician (1) is needed from Mid-October through mid-June. Technician’s primary responsibility will be the monitoring of radio-collared fisher in southwestern Pennsylvania. Applicants should have a genuine interest in mesocarnivore ecology and must have experience tracking wildlife via radio-telemetry. Applicants should also be in good physical condition, willing to work independently, and willing to work in adverse weather/ conditions. Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and be comfortable operating a 4-wheel drive vehicle. Contact: Dr. Jeff Larkin at larkin@iup.edu. Close Date: June 15, 2007.

Forest Modeler - The Faculty of Forestry at the University of Toronto seeks a post-doctoral researcher to study stand dynamics in temperate and boreal forests that are managed under various partial harvesting regimes. Topics of study will include growth and mortality responses to partial harvest, the dynamics of coarse woody debris, and the long-term effects of partial harvesting on stand structure and composition. The positions will be jointly supervised by Sean Thomas and John Caspersen. We seek to fill this position by June 1, 2007, and anticipate that the position will last for two years. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in modeling and computer programming. To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, CV, and the names of three references to John Caspersen (john.caspersen@utoronto.ca). Close Date: Until Filled. Post-Doctoral Research Associate - Position Number 0000551, Department of Forest Science, Oregon State University. Earliest Starting Date: June 15, 2007. For full consideration apply by May 1, 2007. Responsibilities: The purpose of this position is coordinate, develop and implement study plan for cooperative study with the BLM (Density Management Study). Maintain and continue development of a database for vegetation data from multiple study sites. Cooperate with other researchers to facilitate related research activities. Data management, analysis, and interpretation of data. Perform literature search, write up progress reports, and participate in the preparation of publications. Qualifications: Requires PhD or terminal degree and experience in the academic discipline/unit. Ph.D. in Forestry, Forest Ecology or related discipline. Demonstrated experience in forestry and analysis of ecological field studies. Familiarity with experimental design, basic forest mensurational tools and techniques, and flora sampling. Experience with statistical analysis (including non-parametric analysis) and programs (preferably SAS. PC-ORD), database setup and management, and analysis. Ability to work independently, supervise field crews, utilize library resources, and communicate results in form of presentations and publications. Desirable: - Familiarity with ecological conditions and silvicultural principles in the Pacific Northwest is desirable. - A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. Employment Conditions: Full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month, fixed term faculty position with reappointment at the discretion of the Dean. Full-time annual salary starting at $38k-$40k plus benefits. For More Information: Contact Dr. Klaus Puettmann, Department of Forest Science, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR 97331-5752; phone 541-737-8974; fax: 541-737-1393;

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Environmental Science & Engineering email: klaus.puettmann@oregonstate.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact: Jeannette Harper, email: jeannette.harper@oregonstate.edu; phone: (541) 737-6554. To Apply: Electronically submit a letter of application with statement of interest, vitae (resume), examples of your publications if available, unofficial copies of transcripts, and two letters of reference. http://jobs. oregonstate.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Senior Project Manager - Will act as project manager on primarily medium to large conservation planning projects such as habitat conservation plans, natural community conservation plans, watershed plans, or open space plans. Will also lead preparation of environmental documents for these plans to meet the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and/or the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Must have thorough understanding of habitat conservation planning including HCPs, NCCPs, and other conservation planning vehicles. In this position you will build relationships with clients and substantially contribute to business development in conservation planning, primarily in northern California. Position is located in any of our northern California branches. Requirements: BS/BA degree in environmental planning, science, biology, or related life science field. Excellent writing, research, analytical, interpersonal, communication, and time management skills required. Demonstrated experience managing large complex land or water use planning projects. Knowledge of conservation biology or conservation planning. Business development experience including demonstrated ability to prepare successful proposals and lead successful interviews required. Prefer: Masters degree and 5+ years professional experience. Application Process: If you are interested in a challenging opportunity with a dynamic employee owned firm that offers an outstanding compensation package, email a cover letter with resume, brief representative sample of technical writing ability, and three professional references to: jobs@jsanet. com. Include NC06-043 in the subject line. Close Date: Until Filled. Natural Resource Economist - The Wilderness Society is looking for a Natural Resource Economist or qualified social scientist to work with our expanding conservation team in Alaska. We seek an applied economist who can synthesize existing information and develop new information critical to improving the understanding of the relationships between wildlands and sustainable economies in Alaska. In addition to research, the economist will effectively communicate the results to the public in support of sound conservation and management decisions affecting those wildlands. The Resource Economist is responsible for designing, developing and implementing a program of economic research, extension and demonstration in support of The Wilderness Society’s Alaska conservation campaigns. Major areas of inquiry include: estimating the economic benefits of public land conservation and wildland protection; fostering ecologically sustainable development opportunities; clarifying the economic importance of recreational and subsistence uses of public lands; and otherwise exploring the relationships between regional economies and ecosystem health. The Resource Economist will also communicate information gained through this inquiry in written and oral forms to a variety of audiences, including decision-makers in management agencies, reporters and others in the media, conservation organizations, business and economic development community, and community members. As part of this outreach, the economist is expected to help write scientific reports, fact sheets, science and policy briefs, comment letters, and peer-reviewed journal articles. We are looking for an economist or qualified social scientist to become an integral part of our conservation team. The focus of their work can vary depending upon their areas of expertise. The ideal candidate is capable of working with socioeconomic data, has keen quantitative skills, excellent communication skills -- including the proven ability to translate data and analysis into a report understandable by lay persons -- someone who has a strong conservation ethic and desire to work at TWS, a solid knowledge of natural resource management and policies, and someone who is fun and positive to work with in a multidisciplinary team setting. The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate and develop innovative research projects with our Alaskan Ecologist. To apply please submit a cover letter explaining your qualifications for this position, resume, writing sample, and names, addresses, phone numbers of three references to: Kelly White Director, Human Resources; The Wilderness Society1615 M St., NW Washington D.C. 20036 Kelly_White@tws.org; fax #202-454-2546; No phone calls please. Close Date: Until Filled. GIS Internship - The GIS intern will assist the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) staff in updating a GIS database used for assessing Wyoming streams. The intern will create a stream coverage layer using the NHD (National Hydrographic Dataset) that includes stream classifications (Class 1, 2ab, 2c, etc.). An updated stream classification database will also be created using the latest Game and Fish Department fish distribution information. Applicant will also be responsible for evaluating current data sets for accuracy, updating databases, making layers and maps, and organizing data. Applicant will also assist

in conducting watershed monitoring and evaluation. This is a great opportunity to acquire professional experience in an environmental field. Experience with Arc GIS 9.1/9.2, Arc Toolbox, and Arc Info in natural resources applications, with some experience in fisheries. Applicant should be familiar with managing and updating GIS databases, reprojecting coordinate systems, creating metadata, layers and maps, and organizing data. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age. Employment period is from June 4th, 2007 – November 30th, 2007. Start and end dates may be flexible. Monthly stipend is $2000 plus travel expenses. If interested, please send resume and cover letter to Lindsay Patterson at Lindsay.Patterson@tetonscience.org. Close Date: June 5, 2007. GIS Internship - The intern will help to create maps and conduct spatial analyses to support The Wilderness Society’s Wildland Fire, Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Recreation programs in California. Specifically the intern will: Assist the Landscape Analyst in collecting, organizing and managing a database of spatial information for the state of California; Assemble and edit GIS datasets for the Wildland Fire, BLM and ORV programs; Create maps for posters, reports, presentations and other communication needs; Perform spatial analyses of conservation planning and land management alternatives for California public lands; Assist in the development of publications and other written communications (e.g., letters, fact sheets, and scientific journal articles); Assist with routine clerical tasks to support the program, and; Work as part of the California/Nevada Regional Office team. We are seeking a graduate-level or advanced undergraduate student pursuing a degree in a relevant field (Ecology, Environmental Studies, Geography, Natural Resource Management, etc.). • A minimum of one year of coursework or professional experience working with ArcGIS 9.x and related Extensions (e.g., Spatial Analyst). The internship workplan will be flexible in order to adapt to changing needs and campaign strategies. It will provide a rich and challenging opportunity to work with environmental professionals, develop further GIS and spatial analysis skills, and gain a greater understanding of ecology and conservation in California. The start date is negotiable, and the internship will be full-time during the summer months. We will work with academic institutions to arrange course credit, and a stipend of $4500 is available to support this work. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of three references by email (in MS Word or pdf format) to: sarah_reed@tws.org. Close Date: Until Filled. Assistantship - Estimating belowground biomass in fast growing, short rotation woody biomass plantations in the Lower Mississippi Alluvial Valley. One M.S. assistantship in the School of Forest Resources is available beginning in the August 2007. The focus of this study is to quantify root biomass and to estimate root production and mortality (turnover) to account for periodic changes in carbon pools. The study site is located in the lower Mississippi Alluvial Valley in a newly established mixed species bio-energy plantation. The assistantship includes a $15k/yr stipend and tuition + fees for two years. Self-motivated individuals with strong writing skills that are interested in short rotation woody crops, forest ecology, silviculture, eco- physiology and/or soil science are encouraged to apply. Interested persons should contact: Dr. Jamie Schuler, School of Forest Resources, P.O. 3468, Monticello, AR 71656. email: schuler@uamont.edu. 870-460-1448. Close Date: Until Filled. Researcher - I have two openings in my lab: a post-doctoral researcher (PhD required) and a research technician position. The main project for both positions is to conduct restoration trials with native species in former agricultural lands. This project is part of a large, multi-disciplinary, multi-investigator project at UNR and the Desert Research Institute (DRI). This work is ongoing, and the ideal start date for both positions is as soon as possible. Post-Doctoral Position: I am looking for a plant population biologist interested in genetic issues in restoration. In addition to the primary restoration experiments, I am looking for someone to take part in ongoing projects in my lab, and develop new experiments and proposals based on our mutual interests. My research includes work on the population biology of native and invasive Great Basin species, rapid evolution of adaptive traits, and basic questions involving plant-herbivore interactions. The applicant could have interests in ecological genetics (in field and common garden settings) or molecular lab techniques, though a motivated individual with a variety of interests in plant ecology would also fit in well. Postdoc salary is 35k-40k + benefits, for 18 months, with possibilities for extension. Tecnician Postion: This position will have many of the same elements described above, and will work closely with the post-doc. A PhD is not required. Technician salary is 25k-30k, + benefits, for 18 months. Please send a CV, short email summarizing your background, current research interests, preferred start date, and email address of three professional references to Elizabeth Legere (leger@cabnr. unr.edu). Close Date: Until Filled. Research Technician - Positions Available for Tree Seedling Recruitment and Survival Study on the Roanoke River, NC for Summer 2007. The purpose of this study is to determine the impact of Dominion Power dam operation procedure on

the recruitment and survival of bottomland hardwood forest tree species. This project is a part of the dam’s re-licensing agreement negotiated by The Nature Conservancy. Summer 2007 will mark the initiation of a 5 year monitoring period that will be used to implement an adaptive management plan for the Roanoke River. Three paid research technician positions are available for the summer field season (late May-August). We will be working long field days in the hot, humid, conditions found on the North Carolina Coastal Plain, but we will try to have a little fun too! This project requires a 10-12 week commitment for 5 days per week. Field assistants will be paid $10/hr. Housing near the field sites will be provided. Technicians could remain at this residence on off days as well. Please submit a one-page letter outlining your interest in the project (why are you applying and what do you expect to gain) and any relevant prior experience. After spring break we will begin contacting applicants for phone interviews. For more information on the project and/or the positions please contact: Jackie White, Graduate Student, Plant Ecology Lab (Jackie.white@unc.edu). Close Date: Until Filled. GIS Specialist - Position #4. Cedar Creek Natural History Area is looking for a knowledgeable, self-motivated individual to generate a comprehensive, GIS-based mapping system for Cedar Creek. The position is 40hr/wk from May/June through August, and will be flexible to accommodate student academic commitments in September through November. Pay will be $13 to $16 per hour, commensurate with experience. On-site housing is available, starting at $300 per month. Responsibilities: Generate a comprehensive, GISbased mapping system for Cedar Creek that can provide an on-going and accurate tool for managing experimental sites. Development of different layers of Cedar Creek’s habitats and natural resources. Help with the integration of these layers for educational purposes. Minimum Qualifications: Ideal candidate will be a newly graduated or current student working towards a bachelors or masters degree in GIS or in natural resources with strong GIS experience. To apply, please email: (1) a cover letter stating which position(s) you are applying for, (2) a resume, (3) copy of your transcript (unofficial is ok), and (4) two letters of recommendations to marot019@umn.edu. Please use this job’s position number and name,as listed above, as the subject line in your application email.. You will be considered for this position if (a) you are a US citizen or (b) a foreign citizen attending a US college or university full-time. Close Date: Until Filled.

Forestry Technician This position is part of the Summer Temporary Employment Program (STEP) through the Forest Service. Candidates must be enrolled for college classes for Fall 2007. Performs a variety of regular and recurring technical tasks pertaining to forestry studies, such as developing microhabitat plots using variable radius and fixed inventory stand exams. For more information please, contact Paul Churchill at (928) 402-6200 or email address at pchurchill@fs.fed.us. Close Date: Until Filled. Technician - Point Reyes, a unit of the National Park Service, is seeking to hire a wildlife technician in the Seashore’s non-native deer management program, implementing the fallow deer contraceptive program. The position entails assistance to the park Wildlife Biologist and USDA researchers with initial capture of 80 fallow deer females for treatment with an experimental contraceptive, deer monitoring via radio telemetry, biological sample (fecal and necropsy) collection and data input and analysis This is a seasonal position not-to-exceed 1,039 hours (6 months) per year. Approximate dates of employment are May through October 2007. Government housing may be available. Work schedule is full time, 40 hours per week. Work will include working irregular hours, weekends and evenings. Work includes daily travel off-trail, in rough terrain and potentially in inclement weather. Exposure to poison oak and ticks is likely, potentially including ticks capable of transmitting Lyme disease. Incumbent will be exposed to the risks inherent in capturing wild ungulates. For detailed information regarding this position please refer to the USAJOBS and search position PORE 07-03 DEU. Close Date: Until Filled. Professional Forester - Forestry Programs Coordinator. We are seeking an experienced forestry professional to provide coordination and technical expertise for programs in sustainable forestry, forest certification, and market development for sustainable forest products. The Southern Forests Network (SFN) is a network of individuals, organizations, and businesses working to conserve private forestlands and cultivate sustainable forest economies in the South. SFN is a project of WildLaw, a nonprofit conservation organization. The full-time position provides competitive salary and benefits, excellent opportunities for professional development, and the opportunity to work at the forefront of the South’s growing sustainable forestry movement. For complete information go to http://www.southernsustainable forests.org/. Close Date: Until Filled. Internships - The CBG, in cooperation with the Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service and US

Forest Service offer 5 month internships to give practical experience in federal lands management agencies to college graduates. Would you like to gain hands-on experience through a paid internship in conservation biology and natural resource management? - 100 five-month paid internships for outstanding college graduates. - Working with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), National Park Service (NPS) and US Forest Service (USFS) predominantly in the western states. - Intern duties may include: o Plant and animal monitoring and mapping o Endangered species reintroduction o Invasive species management o Geographic data acquisition and analysis o Biological assessments, sensitive species lists and conservation plans o Fire ecology o Land use planning o Archaeology-related activities o Recreation areas management o Rangeland assessments o Seed collection. - Interns participate in a one-week training course held in late May in Chicago . Travel and lodging expenses will be covered. Training includes: o BLM/NPS/USFS orientation o Endangered Species Act and associated programs o Plant and animal identification and monitoring o GIS and mapping o Topographical map reading and GPS skills - $750 / pay period (every 2 weeks) - How to apply: o Send a letter of interest, official school transcript(s), resume, and three letters of recommendation to the address below. International applicants must have a visa authorized for employment in the USA . - Pending funding, an optional extension may be offered to selected interns for an additional 5-month internship with the Department of Conservation and Environment (DEC) in Western Australia . International students must have a visa to work in the US to be considered for the internships. Apply to: Kristen Kordecki (kkordecki@chicagobotanic.org) Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022. (847) 835-6954. Close Date: Until Filled. Forest Modeler - The Faculty of Forestry at the University of Toronto seeks a post-doctoral researcher to study stand dynamics in temperate and boreal forests that are managed under various partial harvesting regimes. Topics of study will include growth and mortality responses to partial harvest, the dynamics of coarse woody debris, and the long-term effects of partial harvesting on stand structure and composition. The positions will be jointly supervised by Sean Thomas and John Caspersen. We seek to fill this position by June 1, 2007, and anticipate that the position will last for two years. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in modeling and computer programming. To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, CV, and the names of three references to John Caspersen (john.caspersen@utoronto.ca). Close Date: Until Filled. Field Positions - GBI is recruiting research associates for projects within the Great Basin and Mojave Desert regions, as well as in the Lake Tahoe Basin for the summer and fall 2007 field seasons. Position descriptions, pay, timeline, and experiences vary widely. Educational and professional experience in recreation planning, botany, wildlife management, environmental science, monitoring, and/or mapping generally desirable. If you are looking to develop or enhance skills related to environmental management we may have a research associate position for you. Full position descriptions of current openings with federal and state natural resource agencies are posted on the employment section of GBI’s website. New opportunities are posted regularly. To apply for a specific research associate position, send a cover letter, résumé, and a list of three professional references to Chris Warner, Research Associate Coordinator, at warnerc@unr.nevada.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Assistants - I have 2 - 3 openings for graduate research assistants in my lab to work on projects addressing landscape dynamics and restoration of montane and riparian systems of the Intermountain West. Ph.D. Research Assistantship: Mountain big sagebrush community response to alternative fire regimes. This position provides an opportunity to develop skills and experience in fire ecology, ecological modeling, and landscape ecology. It requires field research in some of the more scenic and scientifically interesting mountain ranges of central and western Utah, and eastern Nevada. A project focus will be on development and application of simulation models to test the appropriateness of shrubland fire frequency estimates for spatiotemporal dynamics of sagebrush distribution, and to assess the relative importance of mosaic burn severity patterns for post-fire succession. The student will have opportunity to creatively pursue broader interests and questions regarding the fire ecology and landscape dynamics of mountain big sagebrush communities. The assistantship includes a graduate stipend of $20k/year, pays health insurance benefits, and covers the cost of tuition. Desired start date is Fall 2007 although a January 2008 start will also be considered. Applicants should have a Master’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. Ecology, Natural Resources, Geography, Biology, Range Science/Management, Forestry), as well as interest and aptitude for landscape simulation modeling and strong quantitative skills. Prior experience with vegetation in arid/semi-arid systems is desirable. Skills and prior experience in programming, GIS applications and spatial analysis will be helpful. Minimum academic requirements are a GPA of 3.2 and a combined GRE score of 1200. M.S. Research Assistantship(s): I anticipate funding for 1

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Environmental Science & Engineering - 2 students to conduct ecological research in support of riparian restoration at the Ash Meadows NWR, a complex of desert springs that supports the highest concentration of endemic species in the US. Projects will take a historical ecology approach, addressing reference conditions for woody riparian vegetation composition and structure (with a focus on Fraxinus), as well as fire history. The assistantship includes a graduate stipend of $18k/year, pays health insurance benefits, and covers the cost of tuition. Desired start date is Fall 2007 although a January 2008 start will also be considered. Send a cover letter describing your background including research interests and experiences, a resume or CV, unofficial copy of transcripts and GRE scores, and contact information for three references. These materials should be sent (electronically or by mail) to: Dr. Peter Weisberg, Dept of Natural Resources and Environmental Science, University of Nevada-Reno, 1000 Valley Road / Mail Stop 186, Reno NV 89557. email: pweisberg@cabnr. unr.edu. Additional information: Ecology, Evolution and Conservation Biology PhD program, graduate study at UNR. Close Date: Until Filled. Assistantship - I have an opening for at least one (and possibly a second) Ph.D. assistantship for the Fall of 2007 to work in the field of remote sensing of landscape and ecosystem processes. The research in my lab group looks at the effects of insect disturbances on forests at the landscape to regional scale. One component of the research examines how insect disturbances affect factors such as forest growth, nutrient cycling and succession. We are also interested in how landscape patterns (e.g., fragmentation), patterns of historical disturbances, and host tree species distributions affect insect dynamics and the intensity of the disturbances. In our research, we make extensive use of Landsat, MODIS and SPOT imagery to map forest patterns and disturbance. The student will also have the opportunity to employ hyperspectral imagery for mapping species composition and canopy nutrient status. The study areas for this research are the northern forests of the Upper Midwest (Wisconsin and Minnesota) and adjacent Ontario. Qualified applicants should have the following skills: - Educational background in landscape/forest ecology, geography, forestry, environmental science, or a related discipline; - Interest in remote sensing of forests (e.g, disturbance, landscape change, or nutrient cycling); Experience and/or some background in techniques of remote sensing analysis; - Motivation to work independently and to publish in peer-reviewed scientific journals; - Proficiency with GIS (e.g. ArcGIS) and/or statistical analysis software. Excellent English writing and verbal communication skills are essential. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a dynamic group of researchers at UWM and U.S. Forest Service. The position is available starting with the Fall Semester of 2007, but the successful candidate may start with the Summer 2007 field season if they are available. Interested applicants should contact Dr. Phil Townsend as soon as possible, but we are hoping to make a decision by May 1, 2007. Application procedures for the Department of Forest Ecology. Applicants should also directly contact Dr. Phil Townsend (ptownsend@wisc.edu) by email with the following information: - Brief cover letter summarizing research interests and academic and professional background - Resume/CV - Copies of transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable at this point) - GRE scores, if available - Names and contact information for three references. Assistantships are available for 3-year periods and include an annual stipend ($18,480 for 2006-2007), health insurance and a tuition waiver. Close Date: Until Filled. Forestry Programs Coordinator - We are seeking an experienced forestry professional to provide coordination and technical expertise for programs in sustainable forestry, forest certification, and market development for sustainable forest products. The Southern Forests Network (SFN) is a network of individuals, organizations, and businesses working to conserve private forestlands and cultivate sustainable forest economies in the South. SFN is a project of WildLaw, a nonprofit conservation organization. The full-time position provides competitive salary and benefits, excellent opportunities for professional development, and the opportunity to work at the forefront of the South’s growing sustainable forestry movement. For complete information go to http://www.southernsustainableforests.org/. Close Date: Until Filled. Summer Technicians - Technicians will work in pairs doing time-constrained visual surveys of arthropods on cottonwood trees in Ogden Utah. Applicants must be comfortable surveying from 16’ orchard ladders, have experience with arthropod identification, and be meticulous data collectors. Training with a reference collection will be provided. Group housing in Ogden provided, applicant should have reliable personal transportation. Additional duties include data entry, specimen mounting, insecticide application, tree watering. Pays $11/hour; season late May through July, possibly into August. Email or send: letter of interest, resume, 2 references, and earliest date of availability to: Bill Bridgeland, 2169 E. Skyline Dr., Flagstaff, AZ 86004. William.Bridgeland@nau.edu, (928) 607-2468. Close Date: Until Filled. Technician - The Department of Forestry and Natural

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Resources seeks qualified applicants to coordinate a large multidisciplinary project which examines the relationship of silvicultural practices to changes in plants and animal species within forests across Indiana. The successful applicant will supervise workers, implement field protocols for sampling of vegetation and fauna, analyze data from field sampling for summary reports and publishable manuscripts, and communicate and coordinate with various personnel of state agencies, The Nature Conservancy, and partners from other universities. A M.S. degree in Forestry or closely related field is required. One year of experience in field sampling for vertebrates and plants is necessary. Applicants must have a working knowledge of general silvicultural operations and computer data programs used for organizing and analyzing field data. Proficiency with Excel, Access, GPS and statistical packages is necessary. Applicants must be able to lift and carry 25 to 50 pounds frequently and 60 pounds occasionally. Salary range: $33k-$35k. Anticipated start date is in early April but negotiable. Questions can be directed to John Dunning (jdunning@purdue.edu). Applications should be sent directly to Human Resources. Please refer to position number 1159-225-0702. Close Date: Until Filled. Assistants - I have openings for two PhD Graduate Assistants in the fall of 2007 to work in the field of Landscape Ecology and Ecological Modeling. The candidates will have the opportunity to work on the development and applications of a forest landscape model, LANDIS. LANDIS is a spatially explicit landscape model and operates in a raster GIS format, but is a free-standing program. It is designed to simulate forest landscape change over large spatial and temporal scales. LANDIS 4.0, is one of the few computer simulation models that specifically simulate species level succession, dispersal, coarse and fine fuel dynamics, fuel treatment, fire disturbance, wind disturbance, insects/diseases, and forest harvesting. The PhD graduate assistants are expected to improve the ecological realism of LANDIS succession and dispersal modules. They are also expected to design and implement a generic algorithm to simulate feedbacks of fuel treatment and harvesting to vegetation dynamics, based on field experiment data. The candidate will develop modeling applications to assess short to long term effects of forest management plans on forest health, vegetation dynamics, and fire risk. Specific issues may include prescribed burnings on fire risk reduction and forest restoration, managing forest landscape for coping with oak decline, and interactions of fuel treatments with succession and/or harvesting. Both PhD graduate assistants are expected to collaborate with a team of scientists and group members, interact with forest managers, present at national conferences, and write scientific findings for peer-reviewed journal papers. The stipend for each PhD graduate assistant is $18k/year for three years (50% graduate research assistantship). This stipend covers in-state and out of-state tuition waivers. A qualified candidate should have a background in ecology, forestry, geography, or closely related fields. Strong technical background in GIS technology (e.g. ArcGIS) and familiarity with forest landscape modeling are necessary. Programming skills in C++ and C# are preferred. Applications will be accepted until position is filled with initial review beginning no later than April 1, 2006. Graduate application materials and information about the School of Natural Resources: http:// www.snr.missouri.edu/forestry/. Alternatively, application materials may be obtained by writing to: Graduate Programs Director, Department of Forestry School of Natural Resources 203 Anheuser-Busch Hall University of Missouri-Columbia, Columbia, MO 65211 U.S.A Dr. Hong S. He, School of Natural Resources, University of Missouri-Columbia, 203M ABNR Building, Columbia, MO 65203. Phone: 573-882-7717, Fax: 573-882-1992, email: heh@missouri.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Student Position - I’m looking to take on a graduate student with strong experience in GIS to assist with a large scale assessment of cottonwood forests along the Missouri River, including mapping of land cover change and stand age from historic aerial photographs. The student would have full RA support (about $20K per year) for two years, starting June 2007 (June 2007 - June 2009). Essentially, this student would be in charge of the GIS component of a larger project that will also involve field characterization of cottonwood stand composition and condition. The student would enroll in the graduate program of the Department of Biology. Interested students should contact me (Mark Dixon, Mark.Dixon@usd. edu) as soon as possible, as the window for enrolling for this summer/fall is coming to a close (although March 15 is not a firm deadline). In your email, please indicate your research interests, your expertise/experience in GIS, your availability, and information on how to best contact you. If possible, please also include a copy of your CV or resume, with email addresses or phone numbers of potential references. Close Date: Until Filled. Assistantship - I have an opening for at least one (and possibly a second) Ph.D. assistantship for the Fall of 2007 to work in the field of remote sensing of landscape and ecosystem processes. The research in my lab group looks at the effects of insect disturbances on forests at the landscape to regional scale. One component of the research examines how insect disturbances affect factors such as forest growth, nutrient cycling and succession. We are also interested in how landscape patterns (e.g.,

fragmentation), patterns of historical disturbances, and host tree species distributions affect insect dynamics and the intensity of the disturbances. In our research, we make extensive use of Landsat, MODIS and SPOT imagery to map forest patterns and disturbance. The student will also have the opportunity to employ hyperspectral imagery for mapping species composition and canopy nutrient status. The study areas for this research are the northern forests of the Upper Midwest (Wisconsin and Minnesota) and adjacent Ontario. Qualified applicants should have the following skills: - Educational background in landscape/forest ecology, geography, forestry, environmental science, or a related discipline; - Interest in remote sensing of forests (e.g, disturbance, landscape change, or nutrient cycling); Experience and/or some background in techniques of remote sensing analysis; - Motivation to work independently and to publish in peer-reviewed scientific journals; - Proficiency with GIS (e.g. ArcGIS) and/or statistical analysis software. Excellent English writing and verbal communication skills are essential. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a dynamic group of researchers at UWM and U.S. Forest Service. The position is available starting with the Fall Semester of 2007, but the successful candidate may start with the Summer 2007 field season if they are available. Interested applicants should contact Dr. Phil Townsend as soon as possible, but we are hoping to make a decision by May 1, 2007. Application procedures for the Department of Forest Ecology. Applicants should also directly contact Dr. Phil Townsend (ptownsend@wisc.edu) by email with the following information: - Brief cover letter summarizing research interests and academic and professional background - Resume/CV - Copies of transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable at this point) - GRE scores, if available - Names and contact information for three references. Assistantships are available for 3-year periods and include an annual stipend ($18,480 for 2006-2007), health insurance and a tuition waiver. Close Date: Until Filled. GIS Statistical Analyst or PostDoc - The Ft Lauderdale Research and Education Center, University of Florida, is seeking applicants for ongoing applied ecological research projects within the Greater Everglades South Florida landscape evaluating the effects of restoration alternatives on biological diversity and ecological integrity. The successful candidate will assist and coordinate spatial and geostatistical problem solving in a team environment. Spatial issues include hydrological and land use characteristics in relationship to wildlife habitat in the Everglades landscape, and landscape model integration with public and policymaker decision support systems. The analyst will be working to develop innovative and effective approaches examining scale, spatial configuration and landscape issues in the validation and application of regional models. Models will assist federal and state agencies in making restoration recommendations and decisions in south Florida. Preparation of documentation, metadata, and publications is expected. Applicant should have a PhD or MS with relevant experience and be well versed in GIS and statistical analysis including spatial statistics. Experience with integrating statistical models in ArcGIS is desirable. General programming skills are beneficial. Education and experience in ecology, conservation biology, or related field and experience with ecological models are a plus. Minimum salary is $32,000 and depends upon education and experience. Position will be filled immediately. The appointment is for one year with additional years possible depending upon continued funding and successful performance of duties. Position will be filled immediately. Please send letter of interest, and CV by mail or e-mail to (electronic submission is preferred): Dr Leonard Pearlstine, University of Florida-IFAS, 3205 College Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 33314-7799. pearlstn@ufl.edu. Only US citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the US are eligible for employment. To be considered, your letter of interest must state if you are presently eligible to work in the United States. Close Date: Until Filled.

Hydrologic/Fluvial Landscape Modeler - Currently seeking Postdoctoral Research Associate (or Advanced M.S. Research Analyst)to model hydrologic influences on the ecology of floodplains and river networks. Location: Institute of Ecology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA (for PostDoc) or Eco-metrics, Inc., Atlanta, GA (for Advanced Research Analyst) Note: Applicants with an M.S. must have extensive post-graduate research experience and an ongoing record of scholarly publication. Duration: 1 year, with extension dependent upon funding. Duties: A Postdoctoral Research Associate (or M.S.-level Advanced Research Analyst) with expertise in hydrologic & hydrogeologic modeling and spatial applications in ecology will participate in ongoing research on the hydrology and biogeochemistry of fluvial landscapes (e.g., floodplains and river networks). Duties include development and application of modeling techniques

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to: 1) investigate the influence of excess fine sediments on the magnitude and patterns of ground water and surface water interactions in alluvial rivers, and 2) collaborating with colleagues to understand resulting implications for the uptake, storage, and remineralization of riverborne nitrogen by biota inhabiting the streambed and hyporheic zone. For more information and application instructions please see: http://www.eco-metrics.com/postdoc.html. Close Date: Until Filled. Analyst - The Patrick Center for Environmental Research seeks an Environmental Analyst in Biogeochemistry. The successful individual will operate and maintain an elemental analyzer coupled to a Delta Plus IRMS for 13C and 15N analyses of dissolved and particulate organic and inorganic materials. Familiarity with other standard analytical techniques (e.g., ion chromatography, gas chromatography, vacuum line extractions, chlorophyll and other water quality analyses, etc.) in fresh and fresh and marine waters is highly desirable. Expect field sampling in terrestrial and aquatic environments. Qualifications should include an M.S. (preferred) or B.S. (with relevant work experience) in ecology, oceanography, biology, chemistry, geology, or closely related discipline, with strong laboratory skills in biogeochemical methodology (isotope biogeochemistry preferred). Send resume, one page letter of interest, college/graduate transcripts (unofficial) and names/addresses/telephone & email of three references to: Ms. Maria Eife, Pos. # 943, Patrick Center for Environmental Research, Academy of Natural Sciences, 1900 Ben. Franklin Pkwy, Phila. PA 19103. Close Date: June 1, 2007. Staff Environmental Analyst - Mid-level, technical regulatory position responsible for conducting a technical environmental review and analysis of environmental resource permit applications, requests to use sovereign submerged lands, developments of regional impacts and performing wetland jurisdictional delineations. Work requires knowledge of wetland science, regulations, and timely review of applications. This position works independently under the guidance of a Supervising Professional in a dead-line oriented Department. Typically has Bachelors Degree in the natural sciences and 2 - 4 years experience in wetland regulatory work. Broad background in practical applications of wetland ecology, and surface and ground water hydrology required, with emphasis on South and Central Florida wetland ecosystems. State of Florida Drivers License. This position may be filled at the secondary level (Environmental Analyst). Job reference number 207133. For more details and to apply on-line, visit our website at www.sfwmd.gov. Close Date: Until Filled. Environmental Engineer - Holcim (US) Inc., one of the nation’s largest manufacturers and distributors of cement and mineral components, has an immediate opening for a self-starting, results-oriented experienced Environmental Engineer at its manufacturing facility located in Mason City, IA. The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, chemical engineering or related technical field and have had 2-4 years experience of closely related work experience with a focus on air issues (NSR, PSD, NSPS, Title V, MACT), solid waste management (RCRA) and CERCLA and Clean Water Act. Experience in multi-media audits; Experience with ISO 14001 Implementation and Maintenance. To be considered for this position, qualified candidates can submit their resume, including salary history, on-line at http://www.holcim.com/us or via e-mail address careers-us@holcim.com and reference job number CAAR524027 in the subject line of the e-mail. Close Date: Until Filled. Environmental Analyst - I believe this environmental specialist along with a team are going to support construction of fence, vehicle barriers, and patrol roads along the southwest border. There are two environmental aspects to this effort and our candidates should be familiar with one or both of the following: 1. Compliance with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements. This involves possible review and/or preparation of documents such as environmental impact statements, environmental assessments and associated findings of no significant impact, or categorical exclusions. New NEPA documentation. My guess is the Corps of Engineers will be tasked with creating these documents and CBP (NGS contract support) will review them and route them for approval when they are received. Existing NEPA documentation. CBP currently has numerous NEPA documents on file, and our people might be required to review these documents to determine if they are adequate for proceeding with construction in specific areas along the border. 2. Due diligence when acquiring property. CBP follows standard commercial practice of conducting an environmental assessment (due diligence) when it acquires property. This involves a cascading series of events. III Phases: Phase I. Record searches and interviewing people who have knowledge about how the property was used in the past. If the record search/interviews do not turn up indications that the site is contaminated, the effort stops. If the search indicates a risk of the site being contaminated, the effort proceeds to Phase II. Phase II. Take soil samples and conduct other tests to determine if the site is contaminated. If the site is “clean” the effort stops. If the site is dirty it is remediated the effort proceeds to Phase III. Phase III.

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Environmental Science & Engineering Remediate the site by removing the contaminants. I believe the Corps of Engineers would execute or contract out all due diligence work. CBP (NGS support) would oversee the Corps’ efforts. Please send resumes to: Stefany Goldberg at sgoldberg@prisminc.com. Close Date: Until Filled. Assistantship - Available Fall 2007. Applications are being accepted for a Graduate Research Assistantship (MS or PhD) to support research on plant-soil interactions in the Department of Plant & Soil Science at University of Vermont. This assistantship will be supported through funding from the University Transportation Center to characterize the environmental impacts of our current transportation systems. The successful applicant will work with Dr. Sarah Taylor Lovell of the Multifunctional Landscape Research Lab and Dr. Deborah Neher of the Soil Biological Indicators Lab to study the functions of the roadside landscape through plant-soil interactions. This effort will not only contribute to our understanding of the impact of anthropogenic activities on the environment, but also to the development of sustainable alternatives for the design and management of rural landscapes. Specific responsibilities could include: soil sampling and analysis, plant collection and identification, characterization of plant composition, and spatial mapping. Graduate Research Assistants are also expected to participate in teaching, data entry, preparation of research papers, presentation of results at scientific meetings, statistical analysis, and graphical illustration of data. Preference will be given to students with experience in soil ecology and plant science. The graduate research assistantship is comprised of a twelve-month, grantsupported stipend in the amount of $28k. The student will be charged “in-state” tuition and fees. The workload is expected to average approximately 20 hours per week on research over a 12 month period. If you are interested, please send a cover letter explaining your interest and experience along with your curriculum vitae to Dr. Lovell or Dr. Neher (see web sites linked above for contact info). Admission will also require receipt of a completed application to our graduate program. You can find application materials on the web through the Graduate School of University of Vermont. Apply to the graduate program in Plant and Soil Science. Close Date: Until Filled. Marine Carbon Cycle Modeler - Post-doctoral and graduate research positions in applied mathematical modeling at Mount Allison University (Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada) are available. Research in our lab examines the role of biota in the ocean carbon cycle at a range of temporal and spatial scales. We use a variety of methods including data-driven models, statistical data analysis, and simple mechanistic differential equation models. Several projects are available including mathematical modeling of ocean-plankton ecology and analysis of ocean color remote sensing. Candidates for the post-doctoral position should have a PhD in applied mathematics, computer science or related discipline, or expect completion by August 2007. Experience with mathematical modeling is essential and knowledge of the carbon cycle is advantageous, but not required. For more information go to www.mmab.ca or contact Andrew Irwin (airwin@mta.ca). Applicants should send a c.v. and contact information for three referees. Close Date: Until Filled. Researchers - We are looking for a motivated individual to join the Nevada Desert Research Center and Dr. Stan Smith’s lab at UNLV. This research position will be involved in measuring aboveground productivity responses to elevated CO2 at the FACE (free-air CO2 enrichment) experiment in southern Nevada on the Nevada Test Site (http://www.unlv.edu/Climate_Change_Research/). Job duties include physically demanding field work, data entry and data management. The candidate must have a working knowledge of plant ecology and be willing to endure early morning field work, long days, hot temperatures and flexibility in working hours. Those individuals who are self-motivated, independent, have good plant identification skills and a strong working knowledge of Excel are preferred. The position starts April 1 (somewhat flexible) and is available anywhere from 3-18 months. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and/or able to obtain a DOE security clearance. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please contact Dene Charlet (dene.charlet@unlv.edu; 702-895-2347) for questions regarding this position. Please send your resume including, three professional references, to Stan Smith (stan. smith@unlv.edu). Close Date: Until Filled. Research Associate - A multidisciplinary team of researchers is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate with interests and expertise in micrometeorological or biogeochemical measurements of trace gas fluxes and/or plant physiological ecology. The position will focus on eddy covariance measurements of CO2 and water exchange in two types of Everglades marsh as part of the U.S. DOE NICCR program. The successful applicant must be capable of working independently, of guiding graduate assistants and technicians, and have experience in the use of electronic instrumentation including data loggers. Familiarity with ecosystem modeling is highly desirable. Specific responsibilities will include managing eddy covariance measurements, participating in ecosystem modeling and chamber-level and geochemical measurements of carbon fixation, and taking the lead in key project publications. Research will be conducted in Everglades National Park

in collaboration with the Florida Coastal Everglades LTER. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in ecology, biology, micrometeorology, earth sciences, or a related field and have a strong record of scientific publication. This position may entail moderately strenuous fieldwork. Application review has begun and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified and the position filled. Applications and inquiries should be sent to Steve Oberbauer (oberbaue@fiu.edu, Department of Biological Sciences, Florida International University, Miami, FL 33199. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and expertise, and full contact information for three references. Close Date: Until Filled. Post-Doctoral Position - A post-doctoral position is available to work on a multi-investigator project that examines the effects of elevated carbon dioxide on C dynamics and isotope composition in the Mojave Desert. The fieldwork for the project will be at the Nevada Desert FACE Facility (NDFF). The successful applicant must be capable of field work at desert field sites for extended periods. A Ph.D. in ecology or related field is required by the starting date. Knowledge and experience with stable isotopes, soil N and C transformations, or trace gas analysis is desirable. To apply please send an application letter with professional interests, research experience and goals, CV, reprints, and names, addresses, and E-mail addresses of three references to Dr. R. Dave Evans, School of Biological Sciences, Washington State University, Pullman, WA, 99164. Applications may also be sent by E-mail to rdevans@wsu. edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Climate Change Ecologist - We anticipate hiring a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to integrate data from a large-scale snow manipulation experiment with Life Table Response Experiment models (LTREs), and Dynamic Global Vegetation Models (DGVMs). The overall goal of the project is to better understand how climate change will impact plant recruitment and ecotonal shifts for snowdominated arid ecosystems. The successful candidate will work in collaboration with Michael E. Loik (UC Santa Cruz), Daniel F. Doak (Univ. Wyoming) and Ronald P. Neilson (US Forest Service, PNW Research Station). The succesful candidate will be based in Santa Cruz, CA; the position will require extensive travel between Santa Cruz, Mammoth Lakes CA, Laramie WY, and Corvallis OR. Experience with programming in C required. Prior experience in population biology, biogeographic modeling, or climate change ecophysiology would be valuable. The earliest anticipated start date is 1 July 2007, and could potentially continue for 2.5 years. To apply please send an application letter with professional interests, research experience and goals, CV, reprints, and names, addresses, and E-mail addresses of three references to Dr. Michael E. Loik, Dept. of Environmental Studies, University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064. The position is contingent upon final approval of funding. Close Date: Until Filled.

Lab Coordinator This position specifically supports the mission of Baylor University by coordinating setup of teaching supplies and demonstration models for weekly laboratories for freshman, leading weekly briefings with Graduate Teaching Assistants on laboratory instructions for freshman and maintaining all specimens, maps, instruments and laboratory apparatus. Qualifications: A Master’s degree is required. Doctoral degree and 1 - 2 years of experience preferred. Candidates must have a background in Geology or Earth Science. Candidates will need to submit a Baylor job application, resume and cover letter online at www. baylor.edu/hr_services/index.php?id=1752. Salary: Commensurate with education and experience. Close Date: Until Filled.

Research Associate - We are seeking a full time Postdoctoral Research Associate with interests and expertise in biogeochemical cycling, isotope analysis, plant ecology, or plot level remote sensing. The position will focus on cross-site comparisons of ecosystem function and vegetation change at ongoing International Tundra Experiment (ITEX) warming sites as part of a NSF funded International Polar Year project. The successful applicant must be capable of working independently with good time management, communication, and organization skills. Specific responsibilities will include collecting and processing trace gas samples for isotope analysis, collecting and processing samples for nutrient analysis, conducting plot-level remote sensing measurements, assisting in organization of synthesis workshops, and taking the lead in key project publications. The position will be based at Florida International University, the public university in Miami, Florida, but will involve extensive interaction with collaborators from participating ITEX sites and intensive fieldwork during the short growing seasons. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in botany, ecology, biology, earth sciences, or a related field and have a strong record of scientific

publication. This position may entail moderately strenuous fieldwork. Application review has begun and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified and the position filled. Applications and inquiries should be sent to Steve Oberbauer (oberbaue@fiu.edu, Department of Biological Sciences, Florida International University, Miami, FL 33199. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and expertise, and full contact information for three references. Close Date: Until Filled. Post-Doctoral Position - A post-doctoral opening is available in the Department Environmental Science, Policy and Management, University of California, Berkeley, to study experimental arthropod population dynamics, ideally beginning in the summer or fall of 2007. We will be studying the roles of life-history evolution, predators, and host plant quality on population dynamics using a combination of experiments, modeling, and advanced statistical methods, including new state-space methods for fitting stage structured models to noisy data. The primary study system will be spider mites, but there is room within the scope of the project for the post-doc to incorporate their own interests, and some research assistant support will be available for empirical work under the post-doc’s guidance. The position is funded at a competitive salary ($38-42k, commensurate with experience) for one year, with the possibility that we will seek additional funding. Requirements for the position include (1) a Ph.D. in ecology or evolutionary biology, (2) demonstrated quantitative strength, including statistical analysis and population dynamics modeling, (3) demonstrated ability to think creatively and work independently, (4) experience conducting lab and/or field experiments, and (5) an interest in integrating population dynamics data and mathematical models. For full consideration, applications (cover letter, CV, and contact information for 3 references) should be sent to Dr. Perry de Valpine, Dept. Environmental Science, Policy and Management, 137 Mulford Hall, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720-3114; E-mail: pdevalpine@nature. berkeley.edu. Applicants should ask referees to review the UC Berkeley Statement of Confidentiality. Close Date: Until Filled. Assistantship Position - Graduate student assistantship to study impacts of climate change on soil and ecosystem processes in grasslands. We seek an enthusiastic, motivated graduate student to work with an interdisciplinary team studying the impacts of global climate change in grassland ecosystems while pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. degree in the Division of Biology. The successful applicant will conduct research in the context of a DOE-funded long-term climate change experiment at the Konza Prairie Biological Station, an NSF-funded LTER site. This field-based experiment includes simultaneous manipulations of rainfall timing and temperature in native grassland to determine how key ecosystem attributes and processes are altered by interactions between multiple climate change factors . Specific areas of research emphasis for this position include the impacts of altered precipitation timing and warming on the belowground biota (root biomass and distribution, microbial community structure and function), soil C and N storage (total and labile soil C and N pools), and ecosystem functioning (litter decomposition, soil CO2 flux, soil N availability). Additional research opportunities exist within the context of the Konza Prairie Long-Term Ecological Research program. Review of potential applicants will begin at once, and continue until the position is filled. We expect to admit one student in Fall 2007, but it may be possible to begin research this summer. Previous research experience with field and laboratory techniques related to soil and ecosystem studies is desirable, but not required. Potential applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. John Blair (jblair@ksu.edu), Division of Biology, 116 Ackert Hall, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS 66506, for more information, and to include a CV or resume in your initial correspondence. Admission into the graduate degree program at KSU will be required. Close Date: Until Filled. Associate Positions - Three positions at the postdoctoral research associate level are currently available. The postdoctoral research associates will work as part of an interdisciplinary team in an exciting research initiative, “Bridging the Divide: Linking Genomics to Ecosystem Responses to Climate Change.” This DOE-funded project focuses on the linked study of gene expression and physiological responses in two dominant tallgrass prairie plant species to simulated climate change. The postdoctoral research associates will be responsible for screening DNA libraries for candidate genes, gene expression analyses using microarrays and real-time PCR, and for gene characterization (including AFLP analyses) in natural populations of the two grasses Andropogon gerardii and Sorghastrum nutans. A Ph.D. degree in plant molecular biology, ecological genomics or a related field is a requirement for the positions. Salary will be commensurate with experience. To apply, please email a letter of application, CV, contact information for three professional references, and information about timing of availability to the following three addresses: Dr. Karen Garrett (kgarrett@ksu.edu), Dr. Melinda Smith (Melinda.Smith@yale.edu), and Shauna Dendy (sdendy@ksu.edu). Please include “Job Application: Ecological Genomics” in the subject of your e-mail to make

sure your application is received. Close Date: Until Filled. Research Assistantship - Soil Microbial Ecology and Biogeochemistry. We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated graduate student to pursue a PhD through the Graduate Degree Program in Ecology (GDPE). The student will be housed at the Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory, and will work under the advisorship of Dr. Matthew Wallenstein, in collaboration with Drs. Rich Conant, and Eldor Paul. The Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory is located in Fort Collins, Colordo, and is an active hub of innovative, interdisciplinary research in ecosystem studies and sustainability. Through participation in the GDPE, the student will be exposed to the broad range of ecological research throughout the University. The initial work of this student will focus on a newly funded project to investigate the interactive effects of climate warming and altered precipitation on soil organic matter decomposition and microbial activity. The student will utilize a combination of soil chemical and biological techniques to analyze soil samples to be collected from a new climate change experiment located near Boston, MA (The Boston Area Climate Experiment). The interests of the principal investigators include soil microbial ecology, genomics, proteomics, biogeochemistry, and soil organic matter dynamics. We expect to admit one student for Fall 2007, and it may be possible to begin research this summer. Experience with analytical techniques including mass spectrometry, chromatography, or genomic techniques is desirable, but not required. Previous research experience is also desirable. Interested students are encouraged to respond to Dr. Matthew Wallenstein (mawallen@nrel.colostate.edu) for more information as soon as possible. Please provide a CV or resume in your initial correspondence. Close Date: Until Filled. Chief Scientist - The National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) office, managed by the nonprofit NEON Corporation (NEON Inc.), has an immediate opening for a full-time Chief Scientist to oversee the development of NEON’s scientific capabilities. This position will be based in Boulder, Colorado. NEON is a Major Research Equipment and Facilities Construction project being developed for the National Science Foundation. The goal of NEON, Inc. is to deliver a continental-scale research instrument consisting of geographically distributed and networked infrastructure, including lab and field instrumentation, site-based experimental infrastructure, biodiversity archive facilities, and computational, analytical, and modeling capabilities. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Scientist shall lead NEON’s science functions and provide strategic guidance for the management, design, and development of the scientific infrastructure. This effort includes but is not limited to: (A) Ensuring that the science undertaken by NEON is founded on the best and most current scientific understanding, (B) Ensuring that NEON scientific capabilities are translated into a robust networked infrastructure, which requires working with the NEON Facilities Manager and each of the twenty lead Domain scientists to deploy the scientific infrastructure across the Nation, and (C) Ensuring that NEON scientific capabilities are supported by NEON’s cyberinfrastructure, which requires working with the scientific community to define data collection protocols, QA/QC protocols (for both instruments and field campaigns), and data product algorithms. The Chief Scientist shall also work closely with NEON’s cyberinfrastructure partners to translate these data requirements into system design specifications. The successful candidate should posses a PhD degree in a related field. The candidate should have 10 years of professional experience in a leadership role with substantial supervisory responsibilities. Experience in research on large scale ecological processes, a demonstrated ability to lead large collaborative scientific efforts, and prior experience working with cyberinfrastructure specialists to develop scientific data systems is a plus. Strong communication and interpersonal presentation skills are key, owing to the extensive interaction across a broad range of individuals with diverse scientific backgrounds. This position will remain open until filled. Travel will be required and salary is commensurate with experience. This is a full-time, salaried position subject to the continuing availability of NSF funding. Benefits include health care, paid vacation, and retirement plan. Send cover letter, resume, salary history, and salary requirements to NEON Administrative Director, attn. NEON Chief Scientist Search, AIBS, 1444 Eye St. NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20005, FAX; 202-628-1509, bwee@aibs. org. Close Date: Until Filled. Scientist - The Department of Earth System Science at University of California Irvine has an immediate opening for a Specialist or a Project Scientist to support operations of the W. M. Keck Carbon Cycle Accelerator Mass Spectrometer (KCCAMS). The overall mission of the Keck facility is to use isotopes (primarily 14C) to study the carbon cycle and its relationship with climate. We use 14C as a dating tool for placing paleoclimate records in time, and we also use 13C and 14C measurements in soils, sediments, land and marine biota, carbonates, organic matter, atmospheric gases, and individual organic compounds, as tracers for the carbon cycle. 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Environmental Policy & Law and technical development as part of the overall activity of the research group. Over time, he/she will increasingly share a managerial role. While the primary emphasis of the position will be on laboratory operations and upgrading, the successful applicant will also be encouraged to collaborate scientifically in program areas of the laboratory. Applicants should have an M.S. or higher degree in Physics, Chemistry or Earth Science, or equivalent experience. Experience in AMS sample preparation and spectrometer operation and familiarity with carbon cycle research and radiocarbon methods is desired. Appointment level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Specialist and Project Scientist series are term positions, and the appointment will initially be made for two years. However, it is anticipated that this will be a long term position, contingent on continued funding for the laboratory. The position is open until filled. A curriculum vitae including names and contact information for three references should be sent to John Southon (jsouthon@uci.edu) or Guaciara dos Santos (gdossant@uci.edu), Dept of Earth System Science, U.C. Irvine, Irvine, CA 92697-3100. Close Date: Until Filled.

Director - Applications and nominations are invited for the position of Director of NCEAS; www.nceas.ucsb.edu <>), a research center at the University of California, Santa Barbara. The Center is supported by the NSF, matching funds from the University of California and the Santa Barbara campus, and private entities. The Center promotes collaborative research on fundamental questions in ecology and many adjacent disciplines by supporting visiting scientists in Working Groups (~500 scientists/year) and resident sabbatical (6/year) and postdoctoral associates (~18/year). The Center also has a large research and applications project in informatics and a Conservation and Resource Management Program. The Director has overall responsibility for running the Center, with the aid of a Deputy Director and management and computing staff. The Director reports annually to NSF and is advised by a Scientific Advisory Board (SAB). To help the Director maintain an active research program, resources and administrative support are provided. The Director provides scientific leadership and fosters an environment that inspires collaboration. The Director should have a clear and imaginative scientific vision that serves the larger scientific community, receptiveness to alternative scientific views, an understanding of the key role that technology plays in fostering collaborative and synthetic science, and an unwavering commitment to the highest possible quality research. The Director should be an outstanding ecologist with an enviable research record, demonstrated organizational and management skills, good interpersonal skills and fully articulated commitment to the goals of the Center. Experience with various funding sources, including NSF, would be advantageous, as would an appreciation of conservation and resource management issues and ecological informatics. UCSB recognizes that the Director will likely want to sustain an academic career. Therefore, subject to approval by the relevant disciplinary department, and provided the successful candidate meets the University’s criteria for scholarly excellence, the University will appoint the successful candidate to a permanent tenured faculty position, if the appointee so desires. Evaluation of candidates and selection of the Director will be done by UCSB faculty, NCEAS staff members, and several external representatives familiar with the Center; the final decision requires NSF approval. Applications and nominations should be submitted electronically to NCEAS_search@msi.ucsb. edu. Applications should include a letter of interest, CV, and names of three people who have agreed to provide letters of recommendation. The letter of interest should include a vision statement for the Center and the applicant’s career goals. For information about the search, contact Steve Gaines, Search Committee Chair [gaines@msi.ucsb.edu; (805) 893-3764]. Close Date: Until Filled. Senior Development Officer - Leading international conservation organization, headquartered at the Bronx Zoo, seeks an experienced fundraising professional to oversee all aspects of Planned Giving program. Develop and implement strategies to grow program, with proactive approach to building portfolio; manage staff. Qualifications: BA/BS; 5+ years progressively responsible development experience, with emphasis on planned giving; proven ability to create programs/materials to meet revenue goals; experience managing fundraising staff and outside consultants; outstanding written communications, organizational and interpersonal skills; strong interest in WCS mission; proficiency with MS Office and Raiser’s Edge (or similar database). Benefits include generous vacation, medical/dental, 401K, pension, tuition reimbursement and on-site parking. Salary commensurate with experience.

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Send resume /cover letter/salary requirement to: Wildlife Conservation Society: Human Resources Dept. 2300 Southern Blvd.Bronx, NY 10460 or e-mail to hr@wcs.org Type Code: ZRPG in subject. Close Date: Until Filled. Vice President of Development - St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center (www.StHuberts.org, Madison, NJ), one of the oldest and most respected humane organizations, seeks an exceptional VP of Development to plan and lead a comprehensive fund-raising program. In support of St. Hubert’s expanding services, the VP will: continue to raise funds from current donors while expanding and diversifying funding sources; work closely with the President, Board of Trustees, senior management, and volunteers on fund-raising initiatives; provide innovative support and stewardship; design and implement the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for the $10 million capital campaign, annual and major gifts, program advancement, endowment, and operating funds; build and mentor the development team. Requirements: Proven track record in leading and growing a dynamic development operation, ideally for a community-based organization focused on education and service; Demonstrated success in the identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of significant gifts from diverse constituencies, including individuals, corporations, and foundations; Capital Campaign experience preferred; Superior communication, organizational, and relationship-building competencies; Creativity along with an organized, business-like approach to fund raising; Marked success engaging, inspiring, and supporting volunteer leadership and staff; Commitment, enthusiasm, and dedication to the mission. Confidential applications to Gail L. Freeman, President of Freeman Philanthropic Services, LLC at StHuberts@glfreeman. com. For more information, www.glfreeman.com. Close Date: Until Filled.

Latin America Outcomes Manager All of Conservation International’s work depends on achieving conservation outcomes. This position carries the important responsibility of supporting the definition of quantifiable, globally consistent targets and priorities for achieving conservation outcomes across Latin America. It requires knowledge of the three scales at which outcomes are targeted: “Extinctions Avoided” (species), “Areas Protected” (sites), and “Corridors Consolidated” (landscapes/ seascapes), as well as expertise in biodiversity data synthesis and analysis, data management and GIS, scientific writing and editing, and strong language and communication skills. Qualifications: Masters degree in Conservation Biology, Ecology or similar. Send: Resume, Cover Letter and References to n.bakkour@conservation.org. Close Date: Until Filled.

Executive Director - Direct the daily operations of HRBO, promote the vision of quality programming and research to achieve the mission of HRBO, and generate funding to maintain the operations. Specific responsibilities include: Maintain a Public Presence of the Organization – act as a spokesperson within the local and regional community to promote the organization; Fundraising – pursue funding through grants and donors; Business and Personnel Management – supervise staff and business operations of the organization; Member Development and Relations – promote support for the organization through relationships with current members as well as develop new members. Physical Facility Management – oversee the stewardship activities for Hawk Ridge Nature Reserve; Merchandise Management – ensure proper management of sales of merchandise. HRBO Board of Directors Relations – work with the Board of Directors to manage the organization; Events Management & Media Relations – promote and support events as well as work with the media (events include Hawk Weekend and the Great Minnesota Birdathon). Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors. Qualifications: Undergraduate degree in biology, outdoor/environmental education, natural resource management, non-profit management, or related field. Fundraising experience and skills. Ability to provide leadership to build and direct the organization and its programs. Administrative experience, including staff supervision, business management, planning. Computer/technology skills. Contact: Tim Bates, Hawk Ridge Observatory, P.O. Box 3006, Duluth, MN 55803-3006. Email: tbates@hawkridge.org. Close Date: May 1, 2007. Co-Director - 1) Coalesce the university’s scientific and engineering expertise into a more cohesive and focused environment related to coastal ecology and engineering, 2) Assist federal and state agencies in development of policies,

plans and projects, and 3) Grow the Institute’s prominence and funding base while working in close concert with the ICEE engineering co-director, centers, and researchers on this and other campuses. Secondarily, the successful candidate will participate as a faculty member in either the Department of Biology, Geology, or Renewable Resources. Qualifications: Terminal degree and other qualifications to be appointed as a senior faculty member in the appropriate Department. Successful experience in securing funding for research related to coastal and ecological matters. Administrative experience and skills required. Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Co-Director will report directly to the Vice President for Research and Graduate Studies. The Institute will be guided by an advisory committee composed of Vice Presidents and Deans. To apply send resume and a list of three references (include name, address, phone numbers, and email address) to Dean Bradd Clark, Chair of the Search Committee, P.O. Box 43290, Lafayette Louisiana 70504, (email: deanclark@louisiana.edu). Close Date: Until Filled. Senior Development Officer, Foundation Relations - Leading international conservation organization based at the Bronx Zoo seeks experienced professional to develop/ write/edit formal proposals, reports and other materials on scientific projects, zoo exhibitions and educational programs for foundation donors and prospects; manage team of 4 grant writers; identify/cultivate/steward newand existing donors and prospects. Qualifications: BA/BS (advanced degree preferred); 5+ years progressively responsible foundation fundraising experience; proven ability to secure and maintain support; experience managing fundraising staff; outstanding written communication, organizational and interpersonal skills; strong interest in WCS mission; ability to take initiative/work independently but also function as part of a team; proficiency with MS Office and Raiser’s Edge (or similar database). Benefits include generous vacation, medical/dental, 401K, pension, tuition reimbursement and on-site parking. Salary commensurate with experience. Send resume /cover letter/salary requirement to:Wildlife Conservation Society Human Resources Dept. Code: ZRFR 2300 Southern Blvd.Bronx, NY 10460 e-mail to hr@wcs.org Type code in subject. Close Date: Until Filled. Senior Federal Affairs Officer - New York-based Wildlife Conservation Society seeks a highly motivated team-oriented individual to join its Washington, DC staff to strategically advance institutional funding and policy priorities through Congress and the Administration. Responsibilities include: establish and maintain relationships with Congress, federal agencies, and NGOs; participate in and lead coalitions; secure opportunities to testify; monitor relevant legislative initiatives, identify emerging funding and policy opportunities; organize policy briefings; coordinate grassroots outreach; develop collateral written and oral communications. Bachelor’s degree or higher in public policy, economics, international relations or related field. Min 5 years government-related experience, preferably in appropriations or natural resource policy. Salary in mid 40s. Excellent benefits. Position based in Washington, DC. Send resume w/cover letter including salary history/ requirements and 3 references to: fedaffairsjobs@wcs.org with a copy to hr@wcs.org. Type LKSO in subject. Close Date: Until Filled. Senior Development Officer - Leading international conservation organization based at the Bronx Zoo seeks experienced professional to manage revenue and expense budgeting for large Development department; oversee gift processing (manage staff of 2); develop/produce fundraisingrelated financial reports; manage many and varied other operational elements to ensure smooth functioning of busy department. Qualifications: BA/BS (advanced degree preferred); 5+ years progressively responsible fundraising experience with emphasis on budgeting, gift processing, and administration; experience managing entry-level staff and working collaboratively with senior fundraising/program staff; outstanding quantitative, written communication, organizational and interpersonal skills; strong interest in WCS mission; ability to take initiative/work independently; proficiency with MS Office and significant experience with Raiser’s Edge (or similar database). Benefits include generous vacation, medical/dental, 401K, pension, tuition reimbursement and on-site parking. Salary commensurate with experience. Send resume /cover letter/salary requirement to: Wildlife Conservation Society Human Resources Dept. Code: ZROO 2300 Southern Blvd.Bronx, NY 10460e-mail to hr@wcs.org Type code in subject. Close Date: Until Filled. Foundation Relations Manager - The International Crane Foundation (ICF) is a global conservation organization working to safeguard all 15 species of cranes and ecosystems on which they depend. With cranes as our flagship, ICF unites diverse people to achieve lasting outcomes to global conservation opportunities. ICF seeks a dynamic individual with high integrity and excellent writing and interpersonal skills to serve as Foundation Relations Manager. This individual is responsible for securing annual and capital funds from foundations, corporations and government sources and assists in other important capacities to serve and engage donors with the work of ICF. The Foundation Relations Manager works in close

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coordination with the development team to achieve the annual and capital fundraising goals of ICF. Essential functions: Manages portfolio of existing and develops new relationships with foundation, corporation, and government funding entities; Writes well-crafted proposals including compelling project descriptions, detailed budgets, letters of inquiry, progress/stewardship reports, grant agreements, and other materials for donors and prospects with essential input from executive and program staff; Collaborates with senior staff and volunteers to develop and advance donor and prospect strategy; Employs fundraising database (Raiser’s Edge 7) to track and record donor and program activity, maintain lists, perform information queries, generate reports, and maintain foundation deadline and stewardship schedules; Conducts targeted research to build information on existing donors and identify new donor prospects; Serves as point person for periodic events; Assists with special team and donor projects as needed. Knowledge/skills: Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years relevant work experience; Superior writing and editing abilities; Well-developed interpersonal and listening skills and proven ability to develop strong internal and external relationships; Experience with or demonstrated aptitude for database management. To apply, email letter and resume to Linda Foster, Director of Administration: LFoster@savingcranes.org. AA/EOE. For more information about ICF visit: www.savingcranes.org. Close Date: May 18, 2007. Director - The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS), a leading science-based nonprofit working for a healthy environment and a safer world, seeks a dynamic individual to lead its expanding Tropical Forests and Climate Initiative. The successful candidate will direct and lead UCS activities to advance strong international and US climate policies and measures aimed at supporting efforts by developing countries to reduce emissions from deforestation and forest degradation in the context of promoting sustainable development and avoiding dangerous climate change. S/he will oversee and direct priority research, outreach and policy advocacy and work in close coordination with other members of the UCS climate campaign team. This fast-paced position requires expert knowledge of the role of forests and land use in mitigating climate change, and a demonstrable ability to work with technical experts, government officials, NGOs and other constituencies from developing and developed countries to shape public policy. Five to seven years of progressively responsible related experience, and an advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in a relevant field is required. Exceptional oral and written communication skills are required, as are demonstrable team leadership skills. Fluency in Spanish or French and supervisory experience are highly desirable. The position will be located in Washington, DC. Frequent travel may be required. To apply: Email resume, cover letter, and names of three references to globalenvironment@ucsusa.org. No phone calls, please. Close Date: Until Filled. Director - The Bard Center for Environmental Policy (BCEP) at Bard College seeks a Director to provide visionary, dynamic leadership and a public voice to the six-year-old Center, which confers an interdisciplinary M.S. degree and engages the community on regional and international environmental policy issues. The Director will initiate, coordinate, and implement strategic planning, curriculum development, and public programming with the goal of furthering BCEP’s distinction as a center of environmental policy education and outreach. He or she will provide innovative intellectual and administrative leadership of the BCEP graduate program, which recognizes the central role of scientific knowledge, quantitative analysis, economics, and law in the policy process; will teach in the graduate program and serve as a mentor to BCEP students; will oversee student recruitment and the hiring and evaluation of faculty and staff; and will develop collaborations with a broad range of stakeholders, including Bard College faculty and administrators; local, national, and international NGOs; government agencies; and private sector firms. The Director is responsible for fundraising for BCEP’s graduate study and public programs and will work closely with the college’s development offices to identify and pursue foundation and government grants and individual donors. Candidates must have a Ph.D. or other terminal degree in a field pertinent to the graduate program, a distinguished record of scholarship or service in the environmental field, teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level, and significant administrative and fundraising experience. The Director holds a non-tenure-track administrative appointment. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and benefits are excellent. Applicants must submit a letter of interest including salary expectations, c.v., and list of at least three references to BCEP Search, Human Resources9006, Bard College, P.O. Box 5000, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504-5000. The starting date for the position is June 1, 2007. Questions about the search for Director can be directed to the BCEP Search Committee at dgs@bard.edu. Close Date: Until Filled.

April 2007


Environmental Education & Eco Tourism

Environmental Educator - Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center is a residential facility operated by the University of Wisconsin-Extension & located on the Wisconsin River, two miles north of Wisconsin Dells. The center provides environmental education year round to 4-H youth & leaders. Our 310 acres of forested land features rock cliffs, canyons, caves, beaches & a variety of flora & fauna. Responsibilities: Teach a variety of environmental education programs with an emphasis on wildlife, natural & cultural history, and forest & river ecology, care for science center animals, facilitate low ropes course, & assist in the general operation of the center. Qualifications: Ability to work in a team setting with enthusiasm & creativity, & the desire to teach summer 4-H county camp groups. Applicants must have at least a sophomore standing in college. A Bachelor or Associate degree in Education, Natural Science, Biology, Environmental Education or a related field preferred. Applicants should be lifeguard, CPR & First Aid certified or be willing to obtain these certifications before employment. Preference will be given to applicants with training and/or experience in environmental education, natural resources or youth development. Applicant must also be able to pass a standard criminal background check. Position Dates: June 4, 2007 through late August, 2007. Contract may be extended for future seasons. From $250-$290/week, plus room and partial board. Contact: UW-Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center, Toby Grabs, N194 County Rd N, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965. Email: uphamcoordinator@verizon.net. Close Date: May 7, 2007. Education Trainer - The Education Department of the Wildlife Conservation Society, based at the world-famous Bronx Zoo, seeks an experienced and dynamic educator to assume a major role in its on-line, local and international educator training programs. The successful candidate will have at least 3 years experience in science or environmental education, a passion for wildlife conservation, and the creativity and excellent writing ability to create first-class educational programs and materials. A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline is required. Must be willing to travel within the United States and abroad. Fluency in a foreign language and international experience strongly desired. Frequent weekend work required. Starting salary high forties. Attractive benefits package including 3 weeks vacation. Send resume with cover letter to: The Wildlife Conservation Society, Human Resources, Box TTR, 2300 Southern Blvd., Bronx, NY 10460. Close Date: Until Filled. Center Program Director - The 4-H Center Program Coordinator will organize and implement programs, develop curriculum and supervise personnel for the ExCEL, RES-Q and 4-H camping, etc. programs at the Vines Arkansas 4-H Center. Coordinator will work to secure resources for and marketing of these programs and identify and apply for grant resources. Also, the Coordinator will promote environmental education by presenting programs at conventions and conferences in order to build corporate sponsorships, and will work with the mass media to keep the general public informed of programs available. Bachelor’s Degree with five years of relevant experience required; Master’s preferred. Experience working with youth required. Supervisory experience preferred. Direct experience with 4-H camping, ExCEL or RES-Q programs preferred. Knowledge of the Arkansas 4-H Program preferred. Grant writing, procurement and management experience preferred. Must be physically able to handle the organization and implementation of outdoor activities. Effective oral and written communication skills, teamwork skills and relevant computer skills (word processing, e-mail, etc.) required. To apply, visit our website for online submission. Employment contingent upon clearance through our Youth Protection Program. Contact: U of A Cooperative Extension Service, Darlene Baker, P.O. Box 391, Little Rock, AR 72203. Email: dbaker@uaex.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Senior Counselor Internship - Counselor internship with The Pratt Center, a 193-acre nature education center in New Milford, CT. This is a nature-oriented, eight-week coed, day camp program for 4-12 year old children. Emphasis is on learning and having fun in the out-of-doors through creative and cooperative activities. The core themes are based upon the Guidelines for Learning developed by the NAAEE. Each week campers explore these themes through a variety of activities, stories, games, hikes and arts and crafts. Responsibilities: Work cooperatively as a member of the camp staff. Provide small group leadership. Ensure the safety of campers in your care. Lead games, activities and crafts. Supervise CITs (Counselors in Training) assigned to your group. Each staff member will be responsible for helping to develop the daily lesson plans for his/her group. Qualifications: The ideal candidate must enjoy the company of children and have the ability to provide creative

nature-based programming. He/she must be self-motivated, energetic, enthusiastic and be able to provide leadership to young children doing crafts, games and nature activities in an outdoor setting. Willing to accept and follow directions and an ability to have fun and learn at the same time. Strong preference given to Environmental Education, Education and/or Science majors. Knowledge of natural history is a benefit. Basic First Aid and Infant/Child CPR is strongly recommended but not required. Must be available June 18 - August 10, 2007. Please send resume to apply. RE: Senior Counselor Application. The Pratt Center, Khadija Lum, 163 Papemill Road, New Milford, CT 06776. Email: prattcenter@ charterinternet.com. Close Date: June 1, 2007. Education Program Associate - Population Connection, a national nonprofit organization working to educate the public about population and related environmental, economic and social issues, seeks an Education Program Associate to work as part of a dynamic team to coordinate and present teacher training workshops, develop teaching resources and work with a national volunteer network of trainers. Responsibilities include: Organizing and presenting teacher training workshops. Coordinating the work of a national volunteer trainers network. Preparing workshop materials.* Developing a newsletter for teachers. Developing new curriculum materials. Marketing materials at educators conventions. Helping to organize regional and national facilitator training institutes. Assisting in program evaluation. Requirements: B.A. or B.S. and three years relevant professional experience or equivalent.; Excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills; Ability to work as a team member in a fast-paced program; Strong oral and written communication skills; Ability to juggle many tasks at once and to meet strict deadlines; Strong computer skills including experience with database management (desktop publishing and HTML proficiency a plus); Understanding of and enthusiasm for environmental and population issues; Ability to travel frequently (and independently) throughout the school year; Good sense of humor, creativity and flexibility. Contact: Population Connection, Pamela Wasserman, 2120 L St., NW, #500, Washington, DC 20037. Email: pam@popconnect.org. Close Date: Until Filled. Professional Naturalist Fellowship - Attendance at two-week training period and ongoing naturalist training seminars. Coordinate and lead residential and day–use programs for visiting groups. Teach large and small groups in adventure and environmental programs. Attend staff meetings and other professional workshops. Requirements: B.A. or B.S. degree, related field preferred. Live on-site. Experience working with children. High level of selfmotivation and enthusiasm; an eagerness and willingness to learn. Current CPR and Standard First Aid certification. Comfortable in moving water, able to hike long distances, and willing to operate and participate in high ropes courses and rock climbing wall. Benefits: Room and board for the duration of the fellowship, $600 monthly stipend. Paid participation in professional development opportunities. To Apply: Please send a letter of interest, resume, most recent college transcript, completed application(available online or upon request) and contact information for at least three references to: Fellowship Program Coordinator, Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, 28097 Goodview Dr., Lanesboro, MN 55949. fellowship@eagle-bluff.org. Phone: 507.467.2437. Close Date: Until Filled. Education Program Instructors - This position is a parttime, on-call, hourly role providing conservation education experiences within a non-formal setting. The instructor will interact on stage with Guests as well as teach conservation education programs to groups of students or adults at one of the following locations: Disney’s Animal Kingdom or the Living Seas. Presentation style should be both interactive and entertaining. Must have flexible availability to include both weekdays and weekends throughout the entire year. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: (These are the minimum qualifications you need to be considered for the job.) High school degree or equivalent. Completed College course work in Biology, Zoology, Wildlife Management, Environmental Education, Environmental Science, Elementary/Secondary Education, or have experience in the informal education field (educator at an aquarium, oceanarium, zoo, or environmental center). Proven strong verbal communication skills and is capable of speaking to large groups on or off a microphone. Demonstrated ability to relate well to a diverse Disney audience including elementary and middle school aged children. Proven flexible approach to daily responsibilities, possess a positive approach to a team environment. Demonstrated ability to value and respect the opinions and beliefs of others. Available a minimum of 3-days a week. Proven experience working with multi-aged groups with an interactive non-lecture approach to teaching Candidate that prefers a non-formal education environment Exhibit a passion for conservation education. Please send resumes via the e-mail address: wdw.prof.recruiter@disney. com **Please send resume in a Microsoft Word document. Include the source code AZA.ORG in the subject line of the message. Please also include a cover letter with the title of the position that you are applying for. Close Date: Until Filled. Naturalist – CA. Work as part of a team of Naturalists to

deliver educational programs to various audiences on the outer deck of the aquarium and aboard a 65’ research sailboat. Present educational programs using live animals, props, biofacts, and research equipment. Act as an aquarium representative and interpreter for our guests. Assist Visitor Programs staff with on-site Aquarium Adventure programs. Assist other programs on the deck as directed by supervisor. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with staff and guests. Ability to organize presentations, speak effectively, and engage family audiences. Strong enthusiasm and knowledge of local marine species and habitats. Ability to work aboard a 65’ sailboat while delivering educational programs. Strong commitment to excellent customer service. Bilingual proficiency highly desired. Must be available from June 5, 2007 thru September 10, 2007. Please submit three current letters of recommendation along with a cover letter and resume. Monterey Bay Aquarium Attn: Human Resources Department Mauricio Madueno Human Resources Recruiter 886 Cannery Row Monterey, CA 93940 Jobs@mbayaq.org (no attachments) EOE/Committed to Diversity www.montereybayaquarium.org. Close Date: Until Filled.

Adventurer Program Counselor Drumlin Farm Day Camp in Lincoln, MA provides a hands-on farm and nature experience for children 4 – 14 on a 232-acre wildlife sanctuary and organic farm. The Adventurer Counselors works to plan and lead day trips for 7th and 8th graders to a range of Massachusetts habitats, including coastal, farm, and forest areas. Counselors develop a curriculum that highlights the importance of these habitats and facilitates campers’ observation of and participation in the natural landscapes. Adventurer Counselors also coordinate a three-night camping trip in the Berkshires, on Cape Cod and in New Hampshire. Training provided and begins on June 11th. Housing is not provided. Applicants must be 21 years of age or older and have experience in supervising children, camping, and hiking. First aid and CPR certifications and a valid driver’s license with good driving record are required. Wilderness First Aid is a plus. Ability to obtain canoe & lifeguard certifications. Contact: Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary, Becky Gilles, bgilles@massaudubon. org. Close Date: June 1, 2007.

Summer Camp Instructor - Two positions are available. Hours will be Monday – Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm for each week during employment term. Employment term is June 18 – August 24, 2007. Two additional paid training days will be required prior to employment term, dates to be determined. This position is responsible for the delivery of summer camp lesson plans to groups of children ranging in grade from pre-K through 6th , as well as teen programs. Instructors are responsible for ensuring the quality of the instruction, following the lesson plan, working with a team of educators and assistants, and ensuring the safety and comfort of children during programming. Instructors will be provided with lesson plans and animal and conservation information and are responsible for learning and effectively transferring this knowledge in a fun, engaging and appropriate manner to the children in the summer camp program. Instructors will also prepare craft activities, assist other instructors, monitor lunchtime, assist with set up and clean up. Complete internal training programs including animal handling training and present live animal demonstrations as part of programs as necessary and perform other duties as assigned. Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, 5400 North Pearl Street, Tacoma, WA 98409. Email: cstandridge@pdza.org. Close Date: Until Filled. Environmental Education Instructor - The Metro YMCA of the Oranges seeks a highly motivated individual to provide teach Environmental Education for Fairview Lake YMCA Camps and Conference Center for the spring season, possible summer and/or fall opportunities. Nestled at the base of the Kittatinny Mountains in Northern New Jersey’s Sussex County, The Fairview Lake YMCA Camps and Conference Center sits on 600 acres of virtually unspoiled natural wonder just minutes from the Appalachian Trail. Located an hour and half from New York City, Fairview Lake combines the charm and beauty of country living with the excitement and cultural richness of the New York and New Jersey Metropolitan areas. The Environmental Education Program serves over 12,000 annually. Key responsibilities include teaching classes in: environmental sciences, outdoor skills, team building & adventures and colonial history. Responsibilities: Teaching environmental education, assisting with various aspects of residential center including groups orientations, program area and equipment care, dining hall coordination, evening programs and weekend programming as needed. Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in environmental/outdoor/experiential education or strongly related field preferred. Ability to work with all ages, motivated to learn about the natural history of the area and share a joy of the outdoors with others. Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team. Position available for Spring season with possible employment for the summer &/or fall. Preferred start date April 9th, 2007. Contact: Fairview Lake YMCA, Heather Chadwick, 1035 Fairview Lake Road, Newton, NJ 07860. Close Date: Until Filled. Program Coordinator/Educator - The Eco-Oakland program is a year-round, place-based, handson environmental education program that serves the underserved, low-income community of East Oakland, which is largely Spanish speaking. The program is designed to inspire stewardship in the local community and increase academic achievement. The program focuses on 2nd through 5th grade students and their families. The Program Coordinator assists the Eco-Oakland Program Manager in the execution of the Eco-Oakland Environmental Education Program. The Program Coordinator provides administrative support to the Program Manager and assists with program implementation, including leading indoor and outdoor environmental education programs. A successful candidate must possess: A bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in environmental education, multi-cultural education, education, environmental science or biology. Experience working with diverse, underserved communities. Written and verbal fluency in Spanish. A sense of humor and the ability to work flexibly and productively in a small environment. Must be a dedicated team-player. Excellent writing, public speaking and outreach/education skills. Excellent administrative and organizational skills. This position is half-time, totaling 20 hours per week. Send resume and cover letter to: Golden Gate Audubon Society, 7700 Edgewater Drive, Oakland, CA 94621 or via e-mail to ggas@goldengateaudubon.org. No phone calls, please. Close Date: Until Filled. Naturalist Intern - Once you receive interpretive training and orientation, you will begin researching, writing, and preparing formal and informal interpretive programs under the guidance of an experienced Interpretive Park Ranger. The Interpretive Park Ranger will guide you through your first few programs and will help you to develop skills to present your own programs. Complete the State of Oregon (PD100) application, the Criminal History/DMV Request Form and the Geographic Selection Sheet found at: http://egov.oregon. gov/OPRD/JOBS/forms.shtml. Applications will be accepted starting March 5, 2007. Interviews will be conducted in April or May. Start dates are tentative and have been determined by park needs and by your availability. Positions are expected to begin and terminate for the following locations: Sunset Bay/Cape Arago State Park (Coos Bay area) to start May 15, 2007 and end September 15, 2007; and Nehalem Bay/Ecola West State Park (Cannon Beach area) to start May 15, 2007 and end September 15, 2007. Send Completed Application To: Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, Attn: Eric Wolke, Personnel Services Section, 725 Summer St. NE, Suite C, Salem, OR 97301-1271 or by email @ parks.jobs@state.or.us. Close Date: Until Filled. Coastal Camp Counselor - Coastal Camp Counselors participate in the creation and implementation of nine weeklong themed day camp sessions. Each weekly theme has been chosen to highlight and take advantage of our natural outdoor location in a stunning and unique National Park setting within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Counselors are responsible for the development of grade appropriate, safe, and fun recreational games, arts and craft activities, and creative programming designed to support weekly themes. Each counselor works with a grade group of up to 16 campers for a five-day session. Counselors support Field Science Educators and are supported by Counselor team and Counselors-in-training (CIT). Counselors are expected to engage themselves physically, intellectually, and emotionally to implement creative and unique thematic activities and to be part of a participative/collaborative learning community. Contact: Headlands Institute, Camp Director, coastalcamp@yni.org. Close Date: Until Filled. Naturalist - Interns must have a strong interest in the fields of conservation biology, education, or related fields. Candidate will gain valuable hands-on experience working with the ICF Conservation Education Department staff. The Naturalist Internship position provides the opportunity to: Develop and implement interpretive programs with a variety of themes; Teach people of all ages; Gain exposure to endangered species management techniques; Learn about crane ecology, including interpretation of behavior; Complete special projects related to environmental education; Be a part of history with the Whooping Crane reintroduction project. The work week is 5 days in length, 40 hrs./wk. Interns usually work weekends but will have two consecutive days off during Monday – Friday. Half of the

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Environmental Education & Eco Tourism work time is spent outdoors, in all weather conditions found in Wisconsin. The internship position is available beginning March 31 and runs through October 31, 2007. A monthly stipend and free housing is provided. Requirements: Two years of college or equivalent practical experience, good communication and writing skills, and the ability to teach diverse audiences. Applicants should email a cover letter, resume and three references to: jgarland@savingcranes. org. Close Date: Until Filled. Associate Director - University of Nevada, Reno’s Academy for the Environment seeks an Associate Director for Academics and Outreach. This position has responsibility for developing, promoting, and managing the newly-established undergraduate interdisciplinary major in Environmental Studies, and for mentoring/advising students who enroll in this program. This position is responsible for promoting a greater environmental awareness through the development of proactive outreach programs that raise the visibility of the UNR’s environmental programs and stimulating collaborative projects. Applicants must have a doctoral degree in an environmentally-oriented discipline and three years of post-doctoral university-level teaching or research experience. Applicants must have knowledge of environmental conservation sustainability and environmental policy issues, extramural grant application processes, and academic processes and procedures particularly with academic advising of undergraduate students. Required skills include: interpersonal skills to work with faculty from different disciplines to create a strong interdisciplinary program in environmental studies, communication skills to work effectively with agencies, non-governmental organizations, and the public, and excellent teaching skills. The applicant must have the ability to work with faculty and staff to implement and manage interdisciplinary undergraduate major, participate effectively on multi-organizational committees and coalitions dedicated to addressing environmental issues in the community, and prepare successful grant applications. Contact: University of Nevada, Reno, Amber Gallop, environment@unr.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Naturalist - Interns must have a strong interest in the fields of conservation biology, education, or related fields. Candidate will gain valuable hands-on experience working with the ICF Conservation Education Department staff. The Naturalist Internship position provides the opportunity to: Develop and implement interpretive programs with a variety of themes; Teach people of all ages; Gain exposure to endangered species management techniques; Learn about crane ecology, including interpretation of behavior; Complete special projects related to environmental education; Be a part of history with the Whooping Crane reintroduction project. The work week is 5 days in length, 40 hrs./wk. Interns usually work weekends but will have two consecutive days off during Monday – Friday. Half of the work time is spent outdoors, in all weather conditions found in Wisconsin. The internship position is available beginning April 1 and runs through October 31, 2007. A monthly stipend and free housing is provided. Requirements: Two years of college or equivalent practical experience, good communication and writing skills, and the ability to teach diverse audiences. Application Procedure: Applicants should email a cover letter, resume and three references to: jgarland@savingcranes.org. Close Date: Until Filled. Naturalist Internship - Teach 5th and 6th graders Natural Science through an interdisciplinary approach. Interns will be trained to lead hikes in various habitats, including bay-oak woodlands, pond, creek, tide pools, sand dunes, and the ranch garden. Qualifications: Experience working with children and completion of college level course work in the Natural Sciences, Environmental Education, Natural Resources Interpretation, Agricultural Sciences or Outdoor Recreation. Contact: Marin County Outdoor School at Walker Creek Ranch, Eillen Jones, eileenjo@marin.k12. ca.us. Close Date: Until Filled. Teacher Naturalist - Drumlin Farm Day Camp provides a hands-on farm and nature experience for children ages 4 – 14 on a 232-acre wildlife sanctuary and organic farm. Our Teacher Naturalist Counselors promote positive youth development through exploration of farm, field, forest, and pond environments in small groups. Older camp groups expand the experience through programs focused on conservation, sustainable farming, and local cultural history. Our resources include a diversity of natural landscapes, a teaching garden, a 6-acre market garden, and farm animals, including cows, draft horses, goats, sheep, chickens, and pigs. Job Duties: Teacher Naturalist Counselors (TNs) work as part of a team to develop and teach hands-on farm and nature curriculum to children. TNs facilitate campers’ observation of and participation in the natural world; topics include farm skills, gardening, wildlife observation, and animal care, as well as field, forest, and aquatic ecology. All TNs supervise campers’ health and safety on a daily basis and communicate with camp staff and parents regularly. Some programs include off-site and overnight travel. Training provided. Housing is not provided. Experience working with children required. Camp experience and knowledge and interest in natural history and farming a plus. Ability to work cooperatively in a busy camp environment a

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must, and current First Aid and CPR certification is required. Contact: Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary, Becky Gilles, bgilles@massaudubon.org. Close Date: June 1, 2007. Naturalist-Intern - Lead 4-6th grade students on nature hikes to study natural history, Native American (Me-wuk) culture, sensory awareness, cavern & giant sequoia habitats. Build students’ self-esteem with low-ropes course and challenge activities. Learn all aspects of a residential outdoor ed. program in a well-supervised training program. 4 weeks of paid training, then regular inservices on natural history, educational methodology, and extensive career counseling. Supportive and nurturing staff places emphasis on fun and learning for students and each other. Contact: Foothill Horizons, 21925 Lyons Bald Mtn Rd., Sonora, CA 95370. Email: dwebster@stancoe.org. Close Date: June 15, 2007. Education Center Manager - Develops and manages the Education Center facility, trails and grounds. Leads development and shares in delivery of strong staff-led and self-directed educational programming. Ensures that visitors can use the trails and learn from both the outdoor and indoor exhibits. Develops a fishing pier, enhanced trails, native plantings, etc. as funds permit. Hires, trains and supervises Education Center staff. Coordinates volunteers. Creates a versatile staff capable of doing what it takes to make the facility thrive with a limited number of salaried people. Develops a strong and diverse volunteer corps made up of members with diverse interests and expertise. Develops strong community ties to create a vital presence in the area. Develops a sense of strong community involvement /ownership of the area. Markets the Education Center, associated activities, and Department programs to schools, civic and youth organizations. Works with media to make both local and visiting public audiences aware of the Center’s offerings. Performs other duties as required. Contact: Missouri Department of Conservation, Patt Ott, Human Resources Division, 2901 West Truman Blvd., Jefferson City, MO 65102. Email: patricia.ott@mdc.mo.gov. Close Date: Until Filled. Greentimes Program Director - The Greentimes Program Director manages a science writing program for urban Boston high school students who create educational newsletters on environmental science themes in an after school program. The newsletters are published four times a year along with staff created teacher guides and are distributed to 30,000 students and 1,000 teachers in Massachusetts. The Greentimes Program Director supervises a program assistant and works on a team of four education program directors at UEI on cross-program projects. Please send (1) a resume, (2) a cover letter providing more in-depth information on your academic and professional experience and stating your salary requirement, (3) a writing sample, and (4) contact information for at least three academic or professional references via postal mail or e-mail to: Urban Ecology Institute, envstudies@bc.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Education Division Director - The Education Program Director will work under the supervision of the Executive Director to oversee the successful operation of UEI’s Education Program, including our In-School and Out of School Time Field Studies Programs, Greentimes Program (student science writing), and LEAH (Leaders in Education, Action, and Hope) Mentors Program (peer mentorship and youth development). The Director will manage three program directors and eight AmeriCorps*VISTA members to ensure ongoing progress toward the Field Studies Program and participating schools’ goals. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please send (1) a resume, (2) a cover letter providing more in-depth information on your academic and professional experience and stating your salary requirement, (3) a writing sample, and (4) contact information for at least three academic or professional references via postal mail or e-mail by March 31, 2007, to Urban Ecology Institute, envstudies@bc.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Graduate Naturalist - Interested in teaching and learning outdoors? Would you like to earn 18 graduate credits (half of a Masters) while living and learning in a community of over 30 skilled environmental educators and naturalists? The Wolf Ridge Naturalist Training Program on the north shore of Lake Superior in Finland, Minnesota has openings in its graduate level certificate program. This intense training and teaching program provides skill development and experience enabling very effective job placement and acceptance into further graduate school opportunities. Positions start in late August so apply now as a limited number of positions are available. To learn more, visit www.wolf-ridge.org and click on Naturalist Training, then contact Joe Walewski at eetraining@wolf-ridge.org or call 1-218-353-7414. Close Date: May 30, 2007. Lead Naturalist - Located in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, Gore Range Natural Science School seeks an experienced interpreter to assist in supervising our naturalist team and to provide special programs for a variety of audiences. Each year more than 10,000 people participate in our Community Programs at locations throughout the valley.

The Lead Naturalist serves as an assistant to the Science School’s Community Programs Director and is primarily responsible for: researching, planning and presenting interpretive walks, talks and evening programs at each of our partner locations; helping with naturalist intern scheduling; assisting with seasonal staff training; mentoring and program critique of naturalist interns, hosting adult seminars; as well as a variety of other administrative projects. Qualified applicants will have experience preparing and presenting interpretive programs in a variety of formats and locations and a Bachelor degree or higher in science, interpretation, education or an environmental science related field. Knowledge of natural and cultural history of Rocky Mountain flora and fauna is preferred. Current Wilderness First Aid and CPR certifications, a friendly, positive personality and the ability to work flexible hours are desired. Send a resume, letter of interest and a list of 3 references to: Ann Stevenson, Gore Range Natural Science School, PO Box 9469 Avon, CO 81620 or email anns@gorerange.org or fax 970-827-9730. Close Date: Until Filled. Wildlife Naturalist Educator - Primary responsibilities include traveling to schools and childcare centers presenting hands-on nature programs featuring live animals. Additional responsibilities include care and feeding of our live animal collection under the direction of the curator, newsletter writing, and staff development at area schools in the field of natural science. Qualifications: Must have college degree in the fields of education or the natural sciences and have had professional experience working with children in an educational setting. Must have own car for traveling to schools. Contact: The Nature of Things, Carrie Marshall, 7 Sugar Hill Rd., North Salem, NY 10560. Close Date: June 15, 2007. Interpretive Assistant - Gain valuable experience assisting Refuge Rangers with programs and the day to day operations of a visitor center. Special programs include summer camp and National Fishing Day. Opportunities to learn and assist the forestry and biology programs. Okefenokee NWR is more than 400,000 acres of cypress forest, wet “prairies”, scrubshrub, and upland habitats. Home to alligator, woodstorks, red-cockaded woodpeckers, black bears and more. Free housing with utilities and $75 per week. Contact: US Fish & Wildlife Services, Gracie Gooch, Route 2 Box 3330, Folkston GA 31537. Email: gracie_gooch@fws.gov. Close Date: May 17, 2007. Seasonal Naturalist - A seasonal naturalist performs interpretive duties, works with volunteers, and performs related program work. He or she also assists with upkeep of park grounds and the nature center. Work is under the general supervision of the Chief Naturalist (or of the Naturalist in the absence of the Chief Naturalist). Prepares and presents programs about local human and natural history for school and public groups. Prepares exhibits and other interpretive materials. Helps maintain nature center, gardens, and grounds and cares for live animals. Qualifications: At least 1 year of college education in natural resource field. Ability to work with tools. power tools, sometimes in hot conditions. Ability to work well with the public. Send cover letter and resume via email or snail mail. Call 703-528-5406 for more information. Contact: Potomac Overlook Regional Park, Rich Bailey, potomac@nvrpa.org. Close Date: Until Filled. Environmental Interpretation Internships - Must have well-developed communication skills and leadership ability; be able to work independently and as part of a team; experience working with children and adults preferred. Bachelor’s degree (or pursuing) in education, natural resources, or related field desired. Provide quality educational experiences for all visitors to the National Wildlife Visitor Center and Patuxent Research Refuge through developing and conducting interpretive and educational programs for all ages, leading interpretive tram tours focusing on wildlife management and research, working with Scout groups, and assisting with all operations of a visitor center. Work schedule will include weekends (two days off during week), and some holidays. Send letter of interest, resume, and list of 3 references with phone numbers or email address: Patuxent Research Refuge, Jennifer Hill, Jennifer_Hill@fws.gov. Close Date: Until Filled. Counselor - El Ranchito, a natural place for kids, is a new nature immersion summer camp sponsored by the Shield Ranch (camp location), Westcave Preserve, and El Buen Samaritano. Counselors will be responsible for leading campers in afternoon/evening nature & recreation activities and be available for overnight emergencies and counseling. Primary hours are 1-9:30 pm and on call at other times. May 30–June 17, 2007; overnight full time. Other duties include, but not limited to: Work with staff to prepare campsite and take part in orientation May 30–June 2; Facilitate recreation activities with campers; Model 100% involvement with the program and commitment to campers; Promote conservation values with children and staff; Participate in camp duty rotation with assigned crew; Serve as a healthy role model and guide; Cultivate effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, and campers; Share tent quarters with one or more staff members; Work with cook as needed; Contribute to camp evaluation. One or more years of college

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Manager, Project WILD The Council for Environmental Education (CEE) seeks an experienced and highly motivated Project WILD Manager to administer the nation’s largest wildlife education program. Qualifications: Minimum BA or BS degree in education, environmental education, curriculum design and development, or related field and a minimum of four years related experience in environmental education (preferably at the state or national level). An advanced degree is preferred. Significant budgetary and grant management experience are required. Strong writing skills are essential. Experience in publication development and program administration is favorable. Salary based on skills and experience. Compensation includes: excellent benefit package and generous travel budget. For a complete description, please visit www.projectwild.org. Office located in pedestrian-friendly shopping district near Rice University. Please send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three current professional references to: Council for Environmental Education, Project WILD Manager Search Committee, 5555 Morningside Drive, Suite 212, Houston, Texas 77005 or email: ceeinfo@aol.com.

Council for Environmental Education 5555 Morningside Drive Suite 212 Houston, Texas 77005 www.councilforee.org required; Experience working with ages 9-13; Experience tent camping, hiking and exploring natural areas; Willing to accept supervision, work independently and as part of a team; Willing to live in a tent camp setting without running water, a/c and use of electronics; Current Texas Driver’s License; pass CPR and First Aid training during training; Complete a sexual misconduct prevention course (during training); Lifeguard training and Spanish fluency preferred; Background check required; any candidate with a felony conviction will be disqualified. Contact: Shield Ranch, Connie Randolph at connierandolph@shieldranch.com. Close Date: Until Filled. Crew Leader - El Ranchito, a natural place for kids, is a new nature immersion summer camp in Austin sponsored by the Shield Ranch (camp location), Westcave Preserve, and El Buen Samaritano. Crew Leaders will lead a crew of five campers in morning, afternoon and early evening nature and recreation activities. Primary hours are from 6:30 am-3:00 pm and on call at other times. Other duties include, but not be limited to: Work with staff to prepare campsite and take part in orientation May 30–June 2; Facilitate nature immersion activities with campers; Model 100% involvement with the program and commitment to campers; Promote conservation values with children and staff; Participate in camp duty rotation with assigned crew; Serve as a healthy role model and guide providing insight, direction and support; Cultivate effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, and campers; Live in a tent for camp duration–sharing quarters with one or more staff members; Contribute to camp evaluation. One or more years of college required; Experience working with ages 913; Experience tent camping, hiking and exploring natural areas; Willing to accept supervision, work independently and as part of a team; Willing to live in a tent camp setting without running water, a/c and use of electronics; Current Texas Driver’s License; pass CPR and First Aid training during training; Complete a sexual misconduct prevention course (during training); Lifeguard training and Spanish fluency preferred; Background check required; any candidate with a felony conviction will be disqualified. Contact: Shield Ranch, Connie Randolph at connierandolph@shieldranch. com. Close Date: Until Filled. Summer Day Camp Trips Coordinator - Manage weekly field trip schedule Oversee field trip logistics such as transportation, procedures, permission/registration forms, payments due, and group rosters; Communicate with Camp Headquarters before, during, and after field trip; Document all accidents and emergencies that occur during trips and communicate all with Camp Supervisor. Represent Piedmont Park Conservancy in a professional, respectful, and organized manner while visiting off-site locations; Regulate & reward proper group behavior during all trips by implementing camp rules & character development guidelines; Model promptness, manners, language, appearance and health for camp participants and

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Environmental Education & Eco Tourism parents; Model respect and care for the environment, the grounds of Piedmont Park, and the grounds of each facility visited during the Field Trip Program; Assist with set-up and supervision of daily check-in; Assist with collection of fees. Contact: Piedmont Park Conservancy, Jason Taylor, jtaylor@piedmontpark.org. Close Date: May 1, 2007. Vice President for Education - The Prospect Park Alliance (PPA) and Audubon New York are seeking a Vice President for Education/Center Director of the Prospect Park Audubon Center. The ideal person should possess a strong background in non-profit management, education programming, and fundraising. S/he will oversee all aspects of educational programming exhibits and interpretation at the Prospect Park Audubon Center (PPAC), Leffert’s Historic House Museum, Brooklyn Academy for Science and the Environment, (BASE) high school, and other venues within the Park. S/he is responsible for oversight of staff, operations, and fiscal management of the department and will also facilitate the development of educational programming and content, as well as exhibit design and management, that will be among the activities housed within a new multimillion dollar recreational facility. The position reports to the Prospect Park Senior Vice President for Programs and Community Outreach and the Director of Centers and Education, Audubon New York. The VP for Education/Center Director creates and directs the vision of the Center in accordance with PPA and Audubon New York’s strategic and programmatic goals. S/he facilitates relationships between the two organizations to ensure ongoing collaboration and fulfillment of shared goals. S/he will also develop strategic and business plans, including the five-year comprehensive plan and scoreboard measurements for key elements of the Education Program. S/he will be the primary liaison with PPA Program Committee and with Audubon New York’s Centers Network. Contact: Prospect Park Alliance and Audubon New York, Regina Hartfield, rhartfield@prospectpark.org. Close Date: May 1, 2007. Summer Positions - Looking to develop your international appeal, or want an exciting professional development opportunity? Then join our international staff team at the Global Youth Village. Every summer since 1979, a dynamic learning environment is created that emphasizes experiential learning and challenges young people and staff to turn cross-cultural theory and skills into practical action. This year 60 youths (ages 13-18) and 25 staff from around the world will participate. Workshops address issues concerning young people today, such as war and peace, distribution of world resources, prejudice, and the effects of media and other social pressures. Cultural programming and cooperative living help participants learn to respect differences and discover similarities that transcend cultural, religious, political, and language barriers. Positions are open for teachers / trainers (international relations/political science, media literacy, conflict resolution/prejudice reduction, environmental education), cabin counselors, program specialists (arts & crafts, pool lifeguarding, rock climbing, computer lab management, etc.), health care, plus experienced and entry level food service staff. The dates are July 5 - August 9, 2007. All positions are residential and include housing and meals, plus a modest salary. Visit our website at http://www.globalyouthvillage.org to read more and apply. Contact Leila Baz, Staff Director if you have further questions. Close Date: May 15, 2007. Program Specialist - Implementation of the environmental education, team building, and retreat programs, which includes residential and day programs. Lead environmental, outdoor education, team building, (including climbing wall and low ropes course), and evening programs. Help care for education animals. Work on environmental stewardship projects, marketing, program area development, equipment maintenance, dining hall duty, and other areas as needed. Responsible for completing special projects or lesson plans revisions/ development through out the year. Qualifications: Experience in environmental education, team building, outdoor education, or related fields. College degree and camp experience preferred, but not required. Experience and desire to work with children in the outdoors. A self-motivated and flexible person, with a positive attitude, good leadership and people skills. Dates: August 20th , 2007 to June 13th, 2008. Contact: Edwards YMCA Camp, Tracy Moore, tmoore@campedwards.org. Close Date: May 25, 2007. Seasonal Park Interpreter - Employees are encouraged to continually expand their expertise by attending training programs and conduct personal research on a topic of interest. Duties may include some or all of the following: Present interpretive programs and walks for visitors throughout the park including the visitor center and the local community. Topics may include, but are not limited to, ecology, life zones, flora, fauna, geology, weather, and cultural history. Supervise and coordinate the Volunteer Naturalist program at the park. Research and create new interpretive and environmental education programs within the guidelines defined by park staff. Assist with special events held at the park. Encourage visitors to comply with park regulations and exhibit good trail etiquette. At all times perform duties in a way that demonstrates sound stewardship of the park. Participate in program evaluation

and visitor feedback initiatives. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Be at least 18 years of age. Must possess strong interpersonal and leadership skills and enjoy interacting with the public and answering questions. Posses physical ability to complete duties (depending on type of programs you facilitate). Education or experience in: natural resource interpretation, environmental education, or natural resources. Completion of a background investigation. This position cannot exceed 6 months. Contact: Cheyenne Mountain State Park, Brian Kerrigan, brian.kerrigan@state. co.us. Close Date: Until Filled. Garden Internship - Interpretation of garden curriculum and supervision of 5th/6th grade students. Active care and up keep of 3/4 acre garden. Intern will assist with the design and implementation of garden components and care procedures. Provide additional support to the Ranch programs as a substitute Naturalist. Qualifications: Completion of college level course work in Agriculture, Horticulture, Natural Sciences or Environmental Education. The ideal candidate would have strong interpersonal skills, an understanding of basic organic gardening techniques, gardening or farming experience as well as experience working with children. Contact: Marin County Outdoor School at Walker Creek Ranch, Eillen Jones at eileenjo@marin.k12.ca.us. Close Date: Until Filled. Outdoor Education Instructor - Work, live, and play in beautiful Adirondack Park! If you love kids, are looking for fulfilling short term employment (with the option to return in the fall), and enjoy spending beautiful spring days outdoors, then read on to learn more about joining our small, dynamic community of outdoor professionals. Our classes include hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, and mountain biking. This job is a great opportunity for those looking to gain more experience in the fields of outdoor, adventure, and experiential education. Apply now, spaces are limited. The Pok-O-MacCready Outdoor Education Center is a residential and day use facility for students of all ages. Our campus consists of 300 acres of pristine wilderness on the shores of Long Pond in Adirondack Park, the East’s largest wilderness. We offer programs in Living History, High Adventure, Earth Sciences, and Teambuilding. Full Time; Seasonal (April 4th – June 16th, 2007). Mail, e-mail, or fax a cover letter and resume, including three professional references, as well as an application, which can be downloaded from www. pmoec.org, to: David Durant, Director of Outdoor Education. Send to David Durant at director@pmoec.org. Close Date: Until Filled. Camping Coordinator - The 4-H Camping Coordinator will plan and implement 4-H summer camps, counselor training and adventure treks. Responsibilities include developing marketing plans and promotional materials, budgeting, presenting special interest workshops & camps, program evaluation and training of volunteers and Extension personnel. Coordinator will also be expected to assist in facilitation of research benefiting youth campers, keep up-to-date with camping community developments, assist in development and implementation of operating standards for Arkansas 4-H Camps, develop camper health and safety plan, and incorporate state risk management plan for all state camps. Bachelor’s Degree with five years experience required; Master’s preferred. Experience working with youth required. Must be physically able to handle the organization and implementation of outdoor activities. 4-H camping experience preferred. Effective oral and written communication skills, teamwork skills and relevant computer skills (word processing, e-mail, etc.) required. To apply, visit our website for online submission. Employment contingent upon clearance through our Youth Protection Program. Contact: U of A Cooperative Extension Service, Darlene Baker, P.O. Box 391, Little Rock, AR 72203. Email: dbaker@uaex.edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Environmental & Cultural History Education Intern - Present and develop curriculum-based (New York State & National Standard based) cultural and environmental education programs, summer family education programs, discovery center activities, and participate in our annual “Roosevelt Farm Day” special event in September. Programs are presented to grades two through nine, and families under the direction of the education specialist/director. Programs are curriculum-based and focus on cultural history, agriculture, conservation, and environmental sciences with class sizes ranging from ten to fifty students. These education programs utilize contemporary educational theory and you are expected to put theory into practice, as well as have as much fun as you possibly can in their delivery! The curriculum-based education programs are presented in partnership with the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library. Required: Valid driver’s license; strong communication skills both oral and written; knowledge and interest in history cultural and natural history. Desired: BA/BS or current academic coursework in education, history, environmental studies, parks and recreation and museum education; experience working with children in an educational setting (traditional or non-traditional). Contact: SCA, Admissions Dept., PO Box 550, Charlestown, NH 03603. Email: admissions@thesca.org. Close Date: Until Filled.

Program Specialist - The Program Specialist will coordinate residential outdoor environmental education program activities in cooperation with school teachers and administrators. The incumbent will assist in training instructional staff. Additional duties include assisting in program development, providing leadership in field instruction, program report writing and other assigned administrative tasks. The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed. It is not designed to be comprehensive of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of the position. $300.00/week w/ partial benefits. Contact: Shane Gibson, Bradford Woods, 5040 State Rd. 67 North, Martinsville, IN 46151. Email: ggibson@indiana.edu. Close Date: May 15, 2007. Camp Crew Supervisor - The Recovery Team Camp Supervisor implements the mission of the Los Angeles Conservation Corps by using his or her technical and personal skills to develop the educational and work skills of young people enabling them to advance their own personal and career opportunities. The Camp Supervisor provides the closest personal contact with corpsmembers in the work environment. It is their ability to relate, train and motivate that enables the corpsmembers to create stronger ties to their communities through community involvement and service to explore avenues for personal growth and development in a respectful and nurturing environment and develop leadership skills to contribute to the advancement of all people. The Recovery Teams are responsible for a brand new forest fire fuel reduction project, which includes the elimination of hazardous fuels from the forest, restoring habitat in burnt areas and repairing and maintaining hiking trails. The Recovery Team Camp Supervisor and corpsmembers also work alongside San Bernardino National Forest Association (SBNFA) volunteers to help them serve the local communities by actively outreaching to forest visitors. Contact: Los Angeles Conservation Corp, Attn: Human Resources, Post Office Box 15868, Los Angeles, CA 90015 or Fax: 213.362.7958 or e-mail: jobs@lacorps. org. Close Date: Until Filled. Environmental Education Instructor - We welcome you to join us on a beautiful island in sunny California. Make a difference in kids lives by teaching them about the environment. Make new friends, surf, snorkel, wake board and earn some extra money while having fun! Non-profit, non sectarian Christian camp wants you to come join a great team! Daytime activities include life guarding, conducting snorkeling and kayaking tours, teaching about marine life, leading nature hikes, teaching archery and nautical knot tying. Evening activities include leading trust walks, worship and devotions, teaching astronomy, night snorkeling, and participating in fun skit nights. Come work at an outdoor camp on Catalina Island. Help make “world changers” out of kids age 10-15! Experience the Adventure! Season Dates: April 11 - Mid November 2007 (2 week break in the summer). $900-1050 per month – depending on experience and education + room and board. Mt and Sea Ed Adventures, po box 5084 Avalon Ca 90704. Email: annie@mountainandsea. org. Close Date: Until Filled.

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Environmental Education Assistant - I FISH NY is a fishing outreach program that targets urban audiences in the New York City and Long Island area. The program consists of in-class and out-of-class components. In-Class Component: I FISH NY travels to schools for a classroom visit, followed by a fishing trip at a later date. Classroom visit topics include: fisheries biology and ecology; fisheries management and angling responsibilities; seafood safety and handling of catch; and fishing techniques and tackle. Duties: Assistant would be involved in classroom teaching, lesson plan development, database management, and field trips. Out-of-Class Component: Throughout the year, I FISH NY offers fishing clinics and festivals for the general public. Events range from 30 to 2500 people. Some education programming occurs at these events. Duties: Assistant would be involved in planning and organizing events, volunteer management, teaching, and lesson plan development. Requirements: One year of experience in environmental education programs; or one year of college study with specialization in natural science, natural resources, or environmental education. Fishing experience on Long Island a plus, must be interested in teaching. Desired computer skills include: Microsoft Word and Access; Adobe Illustrator and In-Design. Contact: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Malynda Nichol, 50 Circle Road, Bureau of Fisheries, SUNY-Stony Brook, Stony Brook, NY 11790. Email: mjn36@cornell.edu. Close Date: May 1, 2007. Seasonal Teacher/Naturalist - Habitat, a sanctuary of Mass Audubon, offers natural history day camp programs for children, ages 5-13. Set on 87 acres in Belmont, Habitat features perennial and vegetable gardens, ponds, vernal pools, meadows, and woodland trails. Instructors design and teach environmental education activities such as nature explorations, science projects, hikes, games, and nature crafts. Position requires bachelor’s degree in environmental education or related field, work experience with children

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Environmental Education & Eco Tourism in outdoor settings and First Aid and CPR certification. Housing is possible. Position runs from pre-camp training through the last day of camp (June 11th - August 24th). The following positions are available: Natural History Day Camp Instructors—Teach program for 8-10 campers, ages 6-9, that explores different natural history themes each day; Ecologists Instructors --Co-teach program for 16 campers, ages 10-13, that focuses on ecology, team building and outdoor survival. Program includes one overnight and a canoe trip per two-week session; Kindercamp Director and Instructor--Co-teach natural history programs for 12 campers, ages 5-6. Work with Camp Director in training and supervision of teen Leaders in Training (LIT). Starting at $9.00/hour. Contact: Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary, Jane Higgins, 10 Juniper Rd., Belmont, MA 02478. Email: jhiggins@massaudubon.org. Close Date: May 1, 2007. Day Camp Counselor - Provides guidance, instruction and supervision for campers at natural history day camp program in accordance with Massachusetts Audubon Society’s educational goals, Massachusetts’s health and safety regulations and American Camping Association guidelines. Responsibilities: Participate in scheduled pre-camp training activities and other training as required; Lead small groups of children and adults in “hands-on/minds on” activities, cooperative games, and other outdoor activities, which facilitate natural history learning; Assist the Camp Director with day-to-day planning of camper activities and schedules.; Participate in daily meeting/planning sessions with other staff; Gather supplies, prepare materials, and set up program areas, if needed, before each program; Keep equipment and supplies clean and in working order; return supplies promptly to storage area(s); Protect the physical and emotional welfare of the campers and make independent safety decisions when needed. Assume additional related duties as requested. $8.25to $9.00 dependent on experience. Contact: Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary – Mass Audubon, Marla Cohen, 108 North Street, Norfolk MA 02056. Email: mcohen@massaudubon.org. Close Date: May 15, 2007. Day Camp Instructors (16 Positions) - Educate and inspire children ages 4 – 13. Develop and implement environmental education lessons, games, and activities. Work in a team environment, creating a safe and fun experience for children. Attend and participate in all Safari Team meetings; lead pack chats as needed. Participate as Game Master leading extended care games and activities. Communicate professionally with parents/guardians as needed. Perform animal encounters as a certified animal handler. Salary commensurate with experience ($8-10/hour). Contact: Zoo Atlanta, Argentina Murphy, 800 Cherokee Ave, Atlanta, GA 30315. Email: employment@zooatlanta.org. Close Date: April 30, 2007. Lead and Assistant Mentors - EarthWalk Vermont is a non-profit education organization dedicated to cultivating a caring community of Mentors and Earth-Caretakers. We are currently looking for a few Lead and Assistant Mentors to teach, inspire, and care for small groups of students ages 6-14 in our nature-based mentoring programs; EarthWalk Village School and Summer Camps. Qualifications: Must be at least 21 years of age; A minimum of three years experience as a naturalist instructor working with children and/or teens; A commitment to healing the Earth and to Community; Compassionate communication skills; Naturalist and primitive skills; Creativity and flexibility, and; Current First Aid and CPR Training. Contact: Earthwalk Vermont, Kim McKellar, Office Coordinator, PO Box 21, Plainfield, Vermont 05667. Email; info@earthwalkvermont.org. Close Date: May 1, 2007. Graduate Student - Teton Science Schools in Jackson Hole, Wyoming is seeking college graduates and working professionals who are interested in pursuing a one-year, graduate program in the theory and practice of experiential education, field science and leadership skill. Spend a year in Grand Teton National Park with the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem as your classroom. Earn graduate credits. Gain environmental education teaching experience in the classroom and field. Participate in graduate level courses in education and the natural sciences. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit www.tetonscience.org or contact Tracy Logan at tracy.logan@tetonscience.org. Close Date: May 1, 2007. Nature Preschool Lead Teacher - Position objective is to maintain a developmentally appropriate classroom within the philosophical guidelines of the Nature Preschool and the Creative Curriculum® model, in order to develop students’ relationship with the natural world. Primary responsibilities include teaching and developing curriculum of Nature Preschool in conjunction with other members of the teaching team; assuring that classroom operates within the guidelines and standards of the National Academy of Early Childhood Programs; the Michigan Department of Human Services, Office of Children and Adult Licensing; and the Michigan Department of Education’s School Readiness Program; conducting regular assessment of children and the overall program; working with parents both formally and informally, individually and in groups; assisting with the development and implementation of early childhood Nature Day Camp programs in the summer. Qualifications include: Valid

Michigan teaching certificate with a ZA endorsement or CDA; or Bachelor Degree in Child Development with a focus on preschool; knowledge of principles and techniques of early childhood education and developmentally appropriate practice and the ability to implement that knowledge; and knowledge of and experience with environmental education and related curricula. For a complete description and list of qualifications visit www.chippewanaturecenter.org. Application is resume & cover letter. Contact: Chippewa Nature Center, Rachel Larimore at rlarimore@chippewana turecenter.org. Close Date: Until Filled. Communications Manager - National Wildlife Federation is seeking a dynamic and dedicated worker to serve as Communications Manager for State Outreach. This person will be responsible for: Serving as primary communications liaison to designated key state campaigns. Assisting in the establishment of key media contacts and relationships. Write, edit and produce media and internal communications materials to advance key conservation program initiatives. Qualifications: College degree in an appropriate discipline (English, journalism, public relations). At least five years of journalism experience or responsible experience in campaign or advocacy-related communications. Please apply online at www.nwf.org/careergateway. Close Date: May 17, 2007. Assistant Manager - The 4H Youth Development Center of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System located in Columbiana, Alabama is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Manager, Education & Programming (AMEP). The incumbent will be responsible for leadership in the design, implementation, teaching, and evaluation of existing, new and innovative Environmental Field School (EFS), 4-H Summer Camp, Challenge Course and High Ropes programs. The Program Coordinator for Environmental Education and Outdoor Education and Recreation will directly report to the AMEP. The AMEP will be responsible for marketing programs; recruiting new schools and groups; booking clients for EFS 4-H summer camp, and/or other requested programs; obtaining information and coordinating client’s program schedule; complying with American Camp Association Standards and Alabama Department of Public Health Youth Camp Safety Regulations; providing leadership to risk management and youth protection issues as they affect the 4-H Center; and ultimately responsible for supervising and training full time and seasonal program staff. The AMEP will be expected to respond to after hours calls as needed and other duties as assigned by the 4-H Center manager. Please refer to the website for minimum and preferred requirements. To be considered, candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, three current letters of reference, and the three forms found on our website at www.aces.edu/hr. Close Date: Until Filled. San Bernardino National Forest Association Internship - Three summer field internship positions are available based in Big Bear, CA with travel around local mountain areas. The purpose of these positions is to lead components of and provide support to the Discovery Center and Children¡¦s Forest Youth Leadership Program in meeting its goals and objectives. The SBNFA Discovery Center and Children¡¦s Forest are seeking three highly-motivated and energetic people to sustain summer programming and our Youth Leadership Program. Specifically, the summer field interns will be responsible for leading, and advertising for canoe, kayak and mining tours, managing summer campfire series, and facilitating interpretive programs, such as, nature walks, Jr. Forest Ranger, and gold panning. In addition to training, coordinating, and leading youth participants in trail work, restoration work, and public educational outreach and help staff the Visitor Information Center. These programs work in close partnership with the USDA Forest Service by providing resources and volunteers to projects across the San Bernardino National Forest, and require evening and weekend work. Must be a current college student, enrolled for the coming fall semester. Must be able to carry out a full, 12-week assignment from June – August. Contact: Stacy Corin at sgorin@fs.fed.us. Close Date: Until Filled. Environmental Education Intern - Construction for Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center will be completed in early September of 2007. The gardens and nature center are located on a 260 acre tract which will include formal gardens and more than 200 acres of natural areas. Interns will have the opportunity to experience a variety of areas of nature education as they complete rotations in areas which include public programs, nature education, science education, children’s gardens, horticulture education and general natural history. Interns will be given the opportunity to hone their teaching skills along with customizing their internship to allow them to follow their selected career goals. Shangri La is a program of the Stark Foundation, a private foundation dedicated to education and the environment. Located in east Texas, Shangri La is approximately 100 miles east of Houston. Located in an area with a low cost of living, interns will receive assistance in finding housing. Contact: Michael Hoke, Shangri La Botanical Gardens & Nature Center, P.O. Box 1044, Orange, Texas. Email: mhoke@shangrilacenter. org. Close Date: June 15, 2007. Day Camp Naturalist - Three full time temporary Naturalist

positions are available for Carkeek Park’s Summer Nature Daycamp. The positions will begin June 18th and end August 17th. Camps will take place at Carkeek Park in Seattle, WA. Please see http://www.seattle.gov/parks/parkspaces/ Carkeek.htm . Applications for the position are due by April 6, 2007. The basic duties are as follows: Guiding children ages 6-12, in hands-on, environmental education activities; Working closely with the Naturalist team to implement programs and activities; Directing games and activities for 8 – 10 campers; Maintaining a safe, friendly and fun learning environment; Act as a positive role model for the Jr. Naturalist volunteers, ages 14-18. Email Ginny Ballard at earthkeepers_day_camp@yahoo.com for full position description. If you feel you meet the qualifications, apply by sending only the following: Cover Letter; Resume w/ education & relevant work experience. Experience must include dates job started & ended, hours / week and the ages of children worked with; References from 3 previous supervisors.; One example of a short children’s lesson plan or program you have developed including “objectives” indicating something of your style and areas of interest. Close Date: Until Filled. GAP Instructor - The Brooklyn Botanic Garden (BBG) Children’s Garden has been a leader in providing urban children with hands-on gardening and plant science experience for 93 years. The GAP instructor works closely with the GAP coordinator to administer BBG’s innovative youth development program for teens ages 13-17. Includes administrative tasks; direct training of youth in botany, environmental science, horticulture, and job-readiness skills; and assisting with the supervision of youth in their behind the scenes placements at the Garden, including Discovery Carts. Number of Positions Available: 1. Duration: MarchSeptember 2007. Hours: 35 hours per week, 9am-4:30pm, Tuesday-Friday and Sunday. Compensation: $10.00/hour. Qualifications: High school graduate (with at least some college level work) with a demonstrated interest and commitment to education, botany, environmental science, museum education or youth development. Preference will be given to applicants with experience working with teens. Resume, cover letter with details pertinent to the position and 2 names of references with contact information. Please send the requested application requirements to: Brooklyn Botanic Garden, 1000 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225-1099, Attention: Patricia Hulse, Children’s Garden Manager. Fax: 718-857-2430. Email: patriciahulse@bbg. org. Close Date: Until Filled. Outdoor Science Teacher - Are you passionate about science? Do you like working with kids? Do you enjoy working outside? If you answered “Yes” to those questions, this may be the perfect position for you. LACOSS is currently hiring science teachers for next school year. We are a residential outdoor education program serving Southern California students, and specializing in hands-on learning of ecosystem science concepts. The Outdoor Science School operates at three gorgeous locations in the mountains and on the coast north of Los Angeles, California. Duties: Teach science to 5th/6th grade students, using experiential teaching techniques in the outdoors. The curriculum includes science concepts such as wildlife habitat, plant adaptation, ecosystem comparison, basic astronomy, geology, soils, human ecology, science process skills, etc. Teachers will also lead evening programs, provide occasional student supervision, and train and supervise volunteer cabin leaders. All duties are scheduled to be completed within a 40 hour work week. Qualifications: BA/BS in life science, natural resources, environmental science, relevant physical science or other comparable fields. Previous outdoor teaching experience required. First Aid/CPR certification. Must be physically able to lead teaching hikes in a semi-wilderness setting. Able to deal patiently and constructively with children and teens. Good personal and group communication skills. Ability to sing and/or play a musical instrument is desired, but not required. Willing to work irregular hours. $19,000/ year, equivalent to $537/week, plus room, board, benefits. Please visit the Los Angeles County Outdoor Science School website for more information. Close Date: May 31, 2007. Environmental Education Intern - This position is designed to give the preceptor an opportunity to acquire new skills, enhance their knowledge of wildlife conservation and environmental education, and gain experience working in a professional environment. The preceptor will assist with program development which includes designing new environmental education programs, improving existing ones, creating activities for all programs, and incorporating Standards of Learning into the curriculum. Other responsibilities include assisting with environmental education programs and hikes, marketing environmental education programs, designing and creating educational materials, and handling and caring for education animals. Participation in all office duties including data entry, scheduling programs, maintaining records, answering phones, replenishing supplies, making copies, and other duties is also required. Contact: The Wildlife Center of Virginia, Kristin O’Connell or Kelly Rourke at educationhr@ wildlifecenter.org. Close Date: Until Filled. Summer Day Camp Counselor - Supervise assigned groups of campers-10 to 20 per group ages 6–12 at ALL

times; Plan and manage a weekly activity schedule focusing on recreation, character building, team building, and reward system for excellent campers who demonstrate our 4 core values of respect, responsibility, caring, and honesty; Assist campers with their personal things, making sure all belongings are kept in their proper place; Assist campers with issues or assistance as needed; Supervise all bathroom visits and changing areas; Complete written reports of camper behavior on a weekly basis and as needed; Monitor group attendance, roster, camper medication needs, and daily changes; Build and maintain good morale in all camp groups; Create and implement camp programs as directed incorporating safe program operations, varied program opportunities and camper diversity; Execute flexible lesson plan as an integral part of the daily program making changes as necessary; Serve as supervisor at the pool; Prepare and present morning and afternoon games/songs as assigned; Monitor, communicate and document all camp-related issues with the Summer Day Camp Supervisor; Facilitate proper group behavior in all assemblies; Maintain a flexible, fun-loving, respectful, responsible attitude toward campers, fellow staff, and supervisors; Model promptness, manners, language, appearance and health for camp participants and parents; Model respect and care for the environment and the grounds of Piedmont Park; Performs other related duties as required. Contact: Piedmont Park Conservancy, Jason Taylor, jtaylor@piedmontpark.org. Close Date: May 1, 2007. Summer Day Camp Arts & Crafts Coordinator - Engage campers in age-appropriate art & craft projects that enhance the overall camp theme and Piedmont Park experience; Create and implement the Arts & Crafts Program incorporating safe program operations, varied program opportunities, camper diversity, group interactions, and individual growth; Order and manage all camp supplies; Supervise campers at all times, ages 6 – 12; Construct and practice sound programming techniques regarding risk management, positive discipline and appropriate behavior towards program participants, parents and staff; Maintain order and appearance of all art & craft supplies, equipment, and classroom facility; Attend staff meetings and other scheduled events as assigned by the Camp Supervisor; Participate in planning and implementation of special events and weekly environmental education themes as requested by the Camp Supervisor; Document all accidents and emergencies that occur during your program; communicate all occurrences with Camp Supervisor; Regulate & reward proper group behavior in all classes by implementing our camp rules & character development guidelines; Model promptness, manners, language, appearance and health for camp participants and parents; Model respect and care for the environment and the grounds of Piedmont Park; Some Saturdays required; Performs other related duties as required. Contact: Piedmont Park Conservancy, Jason Taylor, jtaylor@piedmontpark.org. Close Date: May 1, 2007. Summer Naturalist - Yampatika, a non-profit environmental education organization in beautiful Steamboat Springs, CO seeks environmental and historical interpreters and educators for the 2007 summer season. Strong interest in environmental science and/or cultural heritage required. Job duties include teaching children’s summer programs and leading nature hikes and historical tours for people of all ages. Positions run June 4th to late August/early September. Pay is $9.00/hour; part-time and full-time positions available. For credit unpaid internships also available to students. Please visit www.yampatika.org for more information or email jenn@yampatika.org. Close Date: May 1, 2007. Conservation & Education Programs Director - Oversees the functioning and management of the Conservancy’s Conservation and Education Programs, including plant and animal ecology, habitat restoration, GIS databases, a native plant nursery, and their associated education programs. Supervises a team of Project Managers, Senior Biologists and Educators. Assesses the effectiveness of the Conservancy’s conservation efforts in protecting native species and reducing the impacts of non-native species. Act as the Conservancy’s principal liaison with field contractors, researchers, and collaborators. Responsibilities involve a wide range of administrative functions including the design and implementation of field programs, data analysis and project recommendations, budget oversight, grant and contract management, personnel management, and scheduling. Requires MS or PHD (preferred) in ecology, biology, or environmental studies; 5 years of experience in environmental management and project supervision; knowledge of California conservation and environmental legislation; administration of grants and project management., supervisory experience in managing professional employees. Send resume to fherrmann@Cat alinaconservancy.org. Close Date: Until Filled. Summer Teacher/Naturalist - The New Canaan Nature Center is a not-for-profit environmental education center and sanctuary dedicated to helping people of all ages better understand, appreciate and care for the world of nature. Located north of New York City in southwestern Connecticut, the NCNC serves a broad range of audiences. Camp programs are held from June 4 – August 4, with

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Academic sessions for grades PreK-4. Responsibilities: Assist with the development and planning of interactive and interdisciplinary camp programming for grades PreK-4. Create curriculum and program materials; Co-teach programs in ecology, environmental science, and general environmental education. Provide enthusiastic and innovative instruction, teaching through hands-on and inquiry-based methods that encourage exploration, appreciation, and stewardship of the natural environment; Lead groups of up to 16 children in an outdoor setting; Supervise high-school interns; Handle and teach with captive wildlife; Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or coursework in Environmental Education, Biology, or Early Childhood Education preferred. Experience working with children in a responsible and professional setting. Demonstrated experience in formal or informal teaching desired. Knowledge of (or strong interest in) natural sciences preferred. Enthusiasm for working with children and sense of humor is a must. Compensation: $290 per week/$310 for specialist positions. Free housing available. June 4-August 24, M-F 8:30-4:30 (includes one week of staff training). No camp July 4th. To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to: Catherine Arning, Camp Programs Director, New Canaan Nature Center, 144 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840 Or by e-mail (preferred) to: carning@newcanaannature.org. Close Date: Until Filled.

Wolf Educator Intern Conduct wolf education and natural history programs for the public and groups. Assist in program development for people of all ages. Lead interpretive walks and field trips. Projects for the education department as assigned. Contact: International Wolf Center, Diane Johnson, 1396 Highway 169, Ely, MN 55731-8129. Email: adminasst@wolf.org. Close Date: May 1, 2007.

Environmental Education Specialist - Live, learn, teach and serve in the mountains of Idaho. Idaho’s Mobile Environmental Education Corps. The McCall Outdoor Science School (MOSS) Mobile Environmental Education Corps (MEEC) is a one-year AmeriCorps service opportunity (August 13, 2007 - August 31, 2008). AmeriCorps members will earn 15 University of Idaho credits (graduate or undergraduate) as well as a Professional Certificate in Environmental Education. The major components of this program are: Field-based teaching experience in environmental education for 5th and 6th grade students. Graduate level courses in ecology, teaching, and outdoor leadership. Hands-on experience in non-profit operation. $10,900 living stipend, $4900 education award. Contact: McCall Outdoor Science School, Greg Fizzell, PO Box 1025, McCall, ID 83638. Email: fizzell@pcei.org. Close Date: May 1, 2007. Environmental Education Intern - Assist staff with public programs, special events, development of program materials, curriculum and/or displays. Will learn overall Conservation District operations through daylong experiences with other departments. Student or beginning professional in environmental education, interpretation, outdoor recreation, or natural resource related sciences. Have strong communication skills, energetic and enthusiastic about natural world; enjoy working with children and people of all ages, able to work as a team member. Experience leading outdoor enviro ed programs a plus. Valid driver’s license, must have own transportation. Involves working outside in all weather conditions, frequent walking of up to 3 miles per day sometimes on hilly terrain. May require the intern to assist staff in loading and unloading 80 pound canoes, and paddle up to 7 miles. Requires a sighted individual (vision corrected to 20/20) with normal hearing (corrected to within a normal audible range), to plan and conduct education programs and for interacting with employees and public. International interns (whether currently in U.S. or abroad) accepted through Council Exchanges only. Mid/late May through mid/

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late August, 40-50 hour workweek, usually Monday through Friday, eight hours/day, with varying daily hours. Occasional 6 day work week and/or evening work may be required. $35 per day to max. $175 per week, complimentary housing available on a first-come basis, worker’s compensation, training and safety equipment provided. Contact: McHenry County Conservation District, Deb Chapman, 2112 Behan Rd., Crystal Lake, IL 60014. Email: dchapman@mccdistrict. org. Close Date: May 5, 2007. Wolf Educator Intern - Conduct wolf education and natural history programs for the public and groups. Assist in program development for people of all ages. Lead interpretive walks and field trips. Projects for the education department as assigned. Contact: International Wolf Center, Diane Johnson, 1396 Highway 169, Ely, MN 55731-8129. Email: adminasst@wolf.org. Close Date: May 1, 2007. Director of Conservation Education - ICF is a conservation org. committed to safeguarding the world’s 15 crane species and their ecosystems. ICF seeks exp prof in conserv learning, communications, &/or public outreach. The Conserv. Ed. Depart. is undergoing enhancements to our central campus, an expanded national outreach program, & a new involvement in internat ed programming. CE Dir will lead staff/volunteers, & work closely with program directors and sr mgmnt to ensure quality in ed & info programming. Some internat travel. Must have: degree in soc. sciences, ed., communications, and/or mktg. (biology/zoology/ ecology backgrounds &/or significant related experience may also qualify); proven record of organizing, inspiring, and mentoring prof. staff, and ability to work across multiple disciplines; skills with collaborative, team building approaches. Preference given to: knowledge of info tech, communications and mktg approaches to sharing scientific info & engaging public audiences; proven exp working in diverse international &/or cultural environs. Provide letter, resume, salary requirements, and three references. Process is confidential. Send information to: Linda Foster (lfoster@savingcranes.org) or Claire Mirande (mirande@savingcranes.org), 608-356-9462. Close Date: April 30, 2007.

Professorship - At the University of Bayreuth the following position is open for application at the Faculty of Biology, Chemistry and Geosciences: Full Professorship (W2) Ecological Services. The position will be filled starting from 1st of July 2007, initially limited until 30th of September 2011. The continuation after that is subject to a positive evaluation. This professorship will contribute to the research focus on Ecology and Environmental Science at the University of Bayreuth. Integration into existing research groups is expected (e.g. Bayreuth Center of Ecology and Environmental Research - BayCEER or Centre for Natural Risks and Development Bayreuth - ZENEB). Research topics that are expected address the services of ecological systems to mankind in the context of global change. The position is linking the field of ecology with human interests and is of interdisciplinary importance. The teaching will focus on the Elite Study Program „Global Change Ecology“ (M.Sc.) within the Elite Network of Bavaria, but courses will also be offered for studies in Biology, Geoecology and Geography. Teaching language is English. The successful candidate must hold a university degree; prove his/her potential for research and teaching skills. Documented activities in third-party funding are desired. Applications including CV, university certificates, research projects, publications should be send before 31st of March 2007 to the: Dean of the Faculty of Biology, Chemistry and Geosciences, University of Bayreuth, D-95440 Bayreuth, Germany. Please feel free to forward this message to potential candidates. In case of further enquiries please contact: Prof. Dr. Carl Beierkuhnlein, University of Bayreuth, Department of Biogeography, D95440 Bayreuth, Germany. Phone: ++49 921 55 2270, eMail: carl.beierkuhnlein@uni-bayreuth.de. Close Date: Until Filled. Lecturer in Environmental Studies (Ethics/Justice) - The Environmental Studies Institute at Santa Clara University, a Catholic Jesuit institution, invites applications for a full-time, three-year lecturer position. Courses to be taught include Introduction to Environmental Studies, an upper division course in Environmental Justice, and 1-2 additional upper division courses that provide students with an in-depth exploration of ethical issues surrounding modern environmental problems and their potential solutions. In addition to teaching a total of four course sections over the three quarters of each academic year, the lecturer will direct an internship or student research program focused on the environment, environmental justice, or public policy pertaining to the environment. Qualifications: Ph.D. in

environmental studies or related discipline preferred e.g., public policy or ethics as pertains to the environment. Demonstrated teaching effectiveness a must; public policy experience or expertise a plus. Salary $45,500 - $48,300 depending on experience, benefits eligible. Start date: September 17, 2007. To apply, submit the following by March 30, 2007 to Dr. Michelle Marvier, Environmental Studies Institute, Santa Clara University, 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053: 1) cover letter, 2) CV, 3) statement of teaching interests and philosophy, and 4) names and contact information for three professional references. Close Date: Until Filled. Assistant Professor - The Biology Department at Bucknell University invites applications for three 1-year Visiting Assistant Professor positions (non-tenure-track) to begin August 2007. One position will teach classes in areas of ecology, population biology, and animal behavior; two other positions will teach some combination of non-majors biology, endocrinology, cancer biology, and/or cell biology. PhD or ABD applicants will be considered. Applicants should submit curriculum vitae, brief statement of teaching philosophy, all previous teaching evaluations, and any additional evidence of teaching effectiveness. Arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to: Dr. Donald Dearborn, Department of Biology, Bucknell University, Lewisburg, PA 17837. Questions may be directed to ddearbor@bucknell. edu. Close Date: Until Filled. Tenure-Track Position - The Texas A&M University Department of Geography (http://geog.tamu.edu) and the College of Geosciences invite applications for a tenuretrack position specializing in Climate Change Ecology or Quaternary Biogeography to begin in September 2007 or January 2008. It is anticipated that this appointment will be made at the rank of Assistant Professor. This position is part of eleven planned hires in the Ocean Drilling and Sustainable Earth Science (ODASES) program, which is an interdisciplinary, multi-college research and education program designed to maximize participation in the Integrated Ocean Drilling Program (IODP). The successful candidate will have a track record of research, or will be able to develop research, with ODP/IODP. Outstanding opportunities exist for collaboration with other departments, research units, and interdisciplinary initiatives within the College of Geosciences (e.g., the departments of Atmospheric Sciences, Oceanography, and Geology and Geophysics, the Sustainable Coastal Margins Program). The ODASES positions will complement the Vision 2020 Faculty Investment Plan to hire 20 tenure-track faculty in the College of Geosciences by 2008 in three target areas: (i) climate change; (ii) oceans, atmospheres and human health; and (iii) environmental and hydrological geosciences. TAMU offers a highly interactive research environment, a strong modern infrastructure, and competitive startup packages. Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names and addresses (including e-mail addresses) of three referees to Dr. David Cairns (cairns@tamu.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled. David M. Cairns, Associate Professor, Department of Geography, Texas A & M University, College Station, TX 77843-3147. (979) 845-2783 (voice), (979) 8624487 (fax). Close Date: Until Filled. Lecturer in Environmental Science - The Environmental Studies Institute at Santa Clara University, a Catholic Jesuit institution, invites applications for a full-time, oneyear lecturer position. Courses to be taught over the yearlong appointment include one section of Introduction to Environmental Science, one upper division course in Environmental Technology, one non-majors natural science course focused on either energy (particularly biofuels) or waste, and one upper division natural science course within the candidate’s area of expertise. In addition, the lecturer will direct the sustainability programs of the Environmental Studies Institute. Qualifications: Ph.D. in environmental science or related discipline preferred e.g., environmental engineering, conservation biology, environmental chemistry. Demonstrated teaching effectiveness strongly preferred. Salary: $46,900 - $49,700 depending on experience, benefits eligible. Start date: September 17, 2007. To apply, submit the following materials by April 20, 2007, to Dr. Michelle Marvier, Environmental Studies Institute, Santa Clara University, 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053: 1) cover letter, 2) CV, 3) statement of teaching interests and philosophy, and 4) names and contact information for three professional references. Close Date: Until Filled. Assistant Professor - The Department of Natural Resource Sciences, Washington State University seeks applicants for an Assistant Professor and Assistant Scientist position. This faculty position is a 9-month tenure-track position on the WSU campus in Pullman funded 50% in Academic Programs and 50% in the Agricultural Research Center. This appointment has an expected start date of August 16, 2007. The successful applicant will be expected to conduct competitively funded research consistent with the mission of the WSU Agricultural Research Center. This research program will be in forested landscape ecology and will participate in interdisciplinary research. Interdisciplinary research may include GIS applications; wildlife habitat ecology, forested watershed sciences, forest health; or similar

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topics. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in forest landscape ecology and silviculture each year, and a graduate course in their specialty every second year. Required: - An earned Ph.D. degree at the time of hire with an emphasis in forest landscape ecology. - Ability to teach undergraduate silviculture - Strong oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated success in publishing in refereed journals - Evidence of excellence in university-level teaching - Strong potential for designing and conducting competitive-sourced research - Expertise in GIS applications - Familiarity with North American forest ecosystems Desired: - A willingness to work on interdisciplinary research teams - Experience in silviculture and/or related natural resource discipline and skills. The applications should include: 1) a cover letter addressing how the applicant’s credentials and experience meet the responsibilities and qualifications described above; 2) a current curriculum vitae; 3) a clear copy of all official college transcripts; 4) up to three representative publications, and 5) at least three reference letters that are able to address: experience, abilities, and potential. The reference letters are to be mailed directly from the source to the search committee chair, or emailed to the search committee clerical manager. E-mail submission of materials as an MS Word or PDF attachment is strongly encouraged. Electronic application materials should be sent to Rod Clausen, Search Committee Clerical Manager, (rod_c@wsu.edu). Questions concerning the status of your application should be directed to Rod Clausen, by e-mail or at 509-335-6166. If email submission is not used, send all nomination and application materials to: Donald Hanley, PhD., Search Committee Chair, Landscape Ecology and Silviculture Search Committee, Natural Resource Sciences Department, College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences, Washington State University, PO Box 646410, Pullman, WA 99164-6410. Search #4617. Close Date: Until Filled. Assistant Professor - The Department of Forestry at Michigan State University is seeking a full-time (12 month) tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Silviculture and Forest Ecosystem Productivity (70% research, 30% teaching) with a focus on the biology and management of forests as part of Michigan’s developing bio-economy. This position affords an opportunity for research and graduate instruction in areas including: management of forest ecosystem productivity, forest restoration, fuels management, and/or pest and pathogen management. Someone conducting research with an ecosystem or physiological perspective would be a nice fit - particularly if they are working on C dynamics. The successful applicant will be expected to develop a nationally recognized research program in Silviculture. Initial teaching duties will include undergraduate and graduate courses in Silviculture and a undergraduate course in Wildland Fire. A Ph.D. in Silviculture or a related field is required by the time of appointment. Postdoctoral experience, a successful record of obtaining research grants, publications in leading refereed journals, teaching experience, and knowledge of forest stand dynamics and underlying processes for managed systems are desirable. Forest-based research and recreational opportunities abound in Michigan, with a land base that is over 50% forested. The successful applicant will join a dynamic, growing Department of Forestry at a university with strengths in the plant sciences and international programs and which is located in a broader community that values education. Additional information. To ensure full consideration, please submit: curriculum vita, statement of research experience and future directions (2 pp max), statement of teaching interests (2 pp max), examples of publications, and 3 letters of reference to: David Rothstein, Chair, Silviculture Search, Michigan State University, Department of Forestry, 126 Natural Resources Building, East Lansing, MI 48824-1222. email: rothste2@msu.edu, phone: (517) 432-3353, fax: (517) 432-1143. Close Date: Until Filled. Assistant or Associate Professor - The Nova Southeastern University Oceanographic Center invites applications for a 12-month position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Applicants must have doctoral degree and experience. Fields of interest include coastal policy and resource management, applied environmental sciences, ecosystem modeling, remote sensing/GIS, ecotoxicology, and wetland, estuarine, or coastal ecology. Responsibilities will be graduate teaching and extramurally-funded research at the OC, and undergraduate teaching at the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences. Please apply online to position # 995090. Additional detailed information on the position can be found at this website. Please include with the application: a CV, one- page research and teaching statements, and three letters of recommendation. Inquiries and recommendation letters should be mailed to: Coastal Search Committee, NSU Oceanographic Center, 8000 N. Ocean Drive, Dania Beach, FL 33004. Close Date: Until Filled, Assistant Professor - The School of Natural Resources and Environment at the University of Michigan invites individuals to apply for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor beginning on August 1, 2007. 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Career Changers & Support 07/winter 08 academic year, including: a Soils course for landscape architecture students (Fall), team-teaching a General Ecology undergraduate course (Winter), and a seminar in a mutually agreed upon area (Winter). A Soil Ecology undergraduate course would be taught in the fall, 2008 term. Qualifications: An earned Ph.D. in a relevant field of study is required to be completed by September 1, 2007. At least one year of teaching experience at the college/ university level is preferred. Review of applications will begin on April 8, 2007. To apply, submit a letter of application explaining your qualifications and teaching philosophy, a current CV, and three letters of recommendation to: c/o Jennifer Knauf, School of Natural Resources and Environment, University of Michigan, 440 Church Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1041. Close Date: Until Filled. Faculty Position - Eastern Mennonite University Department of Biology. Full-time one-year faculty position in ecology and botany. Responsibilities: Teach classes in environmental science, ecology, earth science, and/or taxonomic botany, and help teach introductory biology courses for nonscience majors. Qualifications: Ph.D. preferred. ABD or Masters Degree acceptable. Nine-month contract. Salary determined by education and experience. Position begins August 2007. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts (unofficial acceptable), and two academic letters of reference to: Marie S. Morris, Vice President and Undergraduate Academic Dean, Eastern Mennonite University, 1200 Park Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22802. ugdean@emu.edu (540) 432-4141. Close Date: Until Filled. Assistant Professor - The Long Island Center of Empire State College (Old Westbury, NY) seeks to fill an Assistant Professor, tenure track position. The college seeks a full-time faculty member in science, mathematics and technology to work with students in a range of subjects with a focus on the life sciences with an interest in environmental sciences and public health. Academic discipline and required doctoral degree should be related to the specific position area. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in biology, chemistry, environmental science and public health. Required: Doctorate required in one of the following areas for a tenure-track appointment: biology, chemistry, environmental science or public health. Successful candidates must have the potential to effectively mentor and teach adults from diverse backgrounds, participate actively in institutional development, and pursue scholarly interests. Preferred: Doctoral training and research interests in public health related areas, especially those of importance to professionals working in the fields of public safety, emergency preparedness and disaster management. Commitment to and teaching experience within an individualized, tutoring pedagogical model designed for working adults. Special Information: Travel required; evening hours. Application Information (Job ID 616). Close Date: Until Filled. Assistant Professor - The Department of Biology at the University of Nebraska at Omaha invites applications for a full-time assistant professor position to begin August 2007 and to extend through May 2008. Continuation of the position for 2008-2009 is possible depending upon funding. A Ph.D. is preferred but applicants with substantial progress towards a Ph.D. (ABD) will be considered. The successful applicant will teach lectures and laboratories in Biology II (Biol 1750), a course required of biology majors that emphasizes fundamental concepts in biodiversity, evolution, ecology and physiology, especially as these concepts apply to animals. Graduate teaching assistants will be provided to assist with laboratories. The opportunity to teach the Biology II course in summer may also be available beginning in July 2007. The university and department are strongly committed to achieving diversity among faculty and staff. Applicants should submit an application, a curriculum vitae and a statement describing their teaching objectives to http://careers.unomaha.edu. Applicants must also submit at least two letters of recommendation, either emailed to wtapprich@mail.unomaha.edu or sent to Dr. William Tapprich, Chair, Department of Biology, University of Nebraska at Omaha, 6001 Dodge St., Omaha, NE 68182. Close Date: Until Filled. Assistant Professor - University Of Kentucky Department of Entomolgy. Assistant Professor of Entomology, Insect Ecology, twelve month, tenure track appointment, research (80 %), extension (20%). The successful candidate will develop a nationally recognized research program in an area related to the ecology and management of arthropod species in agricultural, forest, or urban environments. Areas of research emphasis could include: landscape ecology, spatial dynamics, arthropod dispersal, population, behavioral, evolutionary or molecular ecology, or the influence of invasive species on biodiversity. The individual will be expected to compete successfully for extramural research funding and mentor graduate students. The successful candidate will be expected to complement existing expertise in the Dept of Entomology and collaborate with other faculty with similar research interests; e.g., the KY Forest Health Task Force, the U of KY Invasive Species Initiative, and the Tracy Farmer Center for the Environment. This position includes a 20 % extension responsibility. The individual will coordinate the Cooperative Agricultural Pest Survey program

for KY, which is administered within the Dept of Entomology. Responsibilities include the detection, documentation, dissemination, and integration of information on exotic invasive species in KY. The successful applicant must have a PhD in Entomology, Ecology, or a closely related field, with experience and/or training in applied entomology and ecology. Post-doctoral experience is desired. Demonstrated potential as both an independent researcher and as a member of a multidisciplinary team is desirable. Interest in outreach and extension is essential, and demonstrated experience interacting with clientele, stakeholders, and/or the general public is expected. Excellent organizational and communications skills, ability to use diverse analytical, molecular, and/or statistical tools to further research goals, and grant writing skills are expected. Benefits: Date Available: September 1, 2007 or as mutually agreed upon. Applicants should submit a CV, list of publications with up to (5) selected reprints, names and addresses of four individuals who can be contacted for letters of reference, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and an application letter describing their background and expertise specifically related to this research/extension position. Submit Applications To: Dr. Lynne Rieske-Kinney, Chair, Insect Ecology Search Committee, University of Kentucky, Department of Entomology, S-225 Ag. Science North, Lexington, KY 40546-0091. PH: 859-257-1167, FAX: 859-323-1120, E-mail: lrieske@uky.edu. Close Date: May 1, 2007. Tenure Track Positions (3) - Three tenure-track positions in College of Biological Science, University of Guelph. We are seeking to recruit outstanding individuals to a series of targeted, tenure-track positions at the Assistant Professor level. Evolutionary Biology. We seek individuals with expertise in evolutionary biology, particularly those that use theoretical and modeling approaches, which complement our existing strengths in evolutionary ecology, evolutionary genetics and molecular systematics. Opportunities exist to participate in new graduate teaching and research initiatives in bioinformatics, biodiversity, and applied evolution. Contact: Dr. Moira Ferguson, email mmfergus@uoguelph. ca. Co-evolutionary Ecology. We seek individuals with a research focus on interactions, dynamics and reciprocal coevolution among species in ecological communities. We are particularly interested in novel applications of co-evolution, such as emerging problems in the evolution of infectious disease, pests, pathogens and/or non-native species as well as the ability to span multiple levels of organization. Contact: Dr. John Fryxell, email jfryxell@uoguelph.ca. Ecosystem Ecology. We seek individuals that investigate coupled biological-physical processes in natural or human-influenced systems and who can link their research in ecosystem ecology to our existing strengths in physiological, population and community ecology. The successful candidate will use modern analytical techniques in combination with field approaches to investigate the functioning of ecosystems, the responses of ecosystems to changing environments and climate change, ecosystem consequences of biodiversity, and biogeochemical cycling. Contact: Dr. Denis Lynn, email ddr@uoguelph. ca. Successful applicants will be expected to establish a strong, independent research program involving innovative approaches and contribute to wider, interdisciplinary research goals. The College takes pride in the excellence of its students, and applicants should be able to articulate a commitment to the highest standards of pedagogy and will be expected to participate in undergraduate and graduate education. Candidates must have a PhD, preferably with postdoctoral experience, a strong record of publications in peer-reviewed journals, and ideally some experience in undergraduate/graduate teaching. For more information, see the complete advertisement (pdf). Applicants should submit three copies of their curriculum vitae, including the names of three referees, and a letter of application to the Dean’s Office, College of Biological Science, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON, Canada N1G 2W1. General enquiries can be made to the Dean, Professor Michael Emes, email memes@uoguelph.ca. Close Date: Until Filled. Visiting Scholar Position - The Institute for Liberal Arts and Interdisciplinary Studies at Emerson College seeks a one-year Visiting Scholar-in-Residence with expertise in the History of Science and Evolutionary Biology. This position is a one-year, non-tenure track appointment. A Ph.D., teaching experience, and a strong commitment to interdisciplinary approaches to the liberal arts are required. Appointment begins September 2007. Teaching responsibilities for this position are three courses per semester. The successful candidate will be expected to teach the science portion of the integrated science/philosophy seminar in the sophomore honors program as well as courses in the history of science and science and society. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in faculty colloquia, teaching workshops, and other academic programs organized by the Institute. Send a cover letter, a curriculum vita, a writing sample, evidence of teaching excellence, and three letters of recommendation to: David Bogen, Executive Director, Institute for Liberal Arts and Interdisciplinary Studies, Emerson College. 120 Boylston Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02116-4624. Close Date: Until Filled.

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Purchasing Specialist - The Wildlife Conservation Society at the Bronx Zoo seeks a Purchasing Specialist for their Purchasing department. Candidate will be mainly responsible for preparation of formal and informal bids, bid evaluations, processing requisitions, purchase orders, record maintenance and inventory, receive and interview salespeople, and building relationships with suppliers. Ideal candidate should possess a college degree or equivalent experience, a working knowledge of both purchasing and accounting fundamentals; a thorough knowledge of fundamental business procedures; 3-5 years experience in actual purchasing; a working knowledge of appropriate business and communications software (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Internet Explorer) and Must have strong verbal, written and computer skills. Benefits include generous vacation, medical/dental, 401K and on site parking Please send a cover letter with salary requirements and resume to: Wildlife Conservation Society, hr@wcs.org please type in subject code STPS. Close Date: Until Filled. Data Management System Analyst - The Wildlife Conservation Society, a U.S. based international organization, seeks a Software Systems Integrator and Database Architect for the two-year, USAID funded Global Avian Influenza Network for Surveillance program (GAINS, www.gains.org). Based in the Bronx, New York, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing and developing technology solutions for the GAINS project. The GAINS application is based on SQL Server, ASP.NET, DotNetNuke, ArcGIS and MapDotNet server technologies together with the internally developed WISDOM (Wildlife Information System for Disease Observation and Monitoring) database and ASP. NET controls. The application supports the analysis and management of avian influenza data from a variety of global parties with the aim of providing open-access information on avian influenza (AI) via a real-time website. The ideal candidate will have the breadth of experience to understand the key concepts necessary to ensure smooth integration of the components that power the GAINS website. Some of the qualifications of this ideal candidate could include: an advanced degree in computer science or closely related field; 5+ years experience in database design, development and/or management; 2+ years experience in SQL Server development, programming in ASP.NET with VB or C++, and/or JavaScript programming; a proven track record in managing complex software development projects; and strong leadership, communication and teamwork skills. Experience in desktop and/or web-based GIS technologies is also desired. To apply, please send a CV and salary expectations to HR@WCS.ORG and also to Dr. Damien Joly, wjoly@wcs.org . Please include “Data Management System Analyst”, along with your surname, in the subject line of your email. Close Date: Until Filled. HR Assistant - (Full-Time, with benefits) Responsibilities: Assist the Director of Human Resources with the administration of the Human Resources functions for Zoo New England by conducting orientations, handling benefits administration, employee file maintenance and workers’ compensation paperwork. Identify and facilitate all forms of recruitment activities to fill job openings. Recruitment activities will include, but not limited to, internal postings, job fairs, community activities, mailings, internet posting, etc. Maintain an active resumes database. Provide information on company policies and procedures, medical/dental and other benefits. Complete all necessary employment forms to ensure employees are entered on payroll in a timely manner. Requirements: 3 years experience working in Human Resources. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Must be detail-oriented and able to multi-task. Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. This position services both Franklin Park Zoo, in Boston, and Stone Zoo, in Stoneham MA. Location: Franklin Park Zoo in Boston. Salary: Please submit your salary requirements. Kindly send your resume in MS Word format to jobs@zoonewengland. com, stating the title of the position in the subject line. No Phone Calls Please. Close Date: Until Filled. Supervisor - The Wildlife Conservation Society at the New York Aquarium in Brooklyn is seeking a Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds to improve, maintain, and sustain the cleanliness, appearance, and operation of the buildings and grounds and its environment. Responsibilities include Scheduling and directing the work, of the Maintenance and Patrollers employees; Inspects and maintains the overall appearance of the facilities buildings and grounds. Candidate must be energetic, responsible and have several years work experience in a maintenance and supervising capacity. Some weekends and holidays may be required. Benefits include medical/dental, 401K, and 3 weeks vacation. Send resume w/cover letter to include salary history/requirements to: Wildlife Conservation Society 2300 Southern Boulevard,

Store Manager - We are The New York Aquarium on Coney Island, one of five wildlife parks operated by the Wildlife Conservation Society. Our 2 store retail operation at the Aquarium provides our guests with an exciting shopping experience that supports our mission of wildlife conservation. The Manager oversees both stores and is responsible for customer service, replenishment, presentation, loss prevention and payroll control. The successful candidate will bring experience in retail store management and the ability to increase sales with professional selling skills. In return for 3 to 5 years of high volume, fast paced retail operations experience we provide an outstanding benefits package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401k retirement plan and tuition benefit. A bachelor’s degree is desired. Salary is $43,000-$50,000. Retailing at the Aquarium is managed by the Wildlife Conservation Society’s Division of Business Services which includes gift shops and food service at all five parks including the Bronx Zoo, New York Aquarium, Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo and Prospect Park Zoo. The Manager reports to the Director of Merchandise Services who is based at our Bronx Zoo headquarters. Please send resume with cover letter to hr@wcs.org, please type code LKAQ in subject line. Close Date: Until Filled.

Web Designer Are you ready to make a difference? Bring your design skills to the Bronx Zoo! We have an immediate opening for an interactive Web Designer to create compelling web layouts and increase our multi-media presence on the Bronx Zoo website and across the Wildlife Conservation Society’s family of websites. The successful candidate is a strong conceptual thinker, has exceptional design skills, and can foster productive working relationships with team members. They will work with the Creative Director to direct and execute interactive projects from initial brief to online launch and will work within designated timelines and budgets. Additional required skills include:Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and interface with other divisional departments. Ability to think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple priorities, anticipate demands and coordinate stringent deadlines. Experience working with marketing and branding divisions preferred. Must possess a passion for consumer-oriented website design, implementation and interactive design. Ability to take projects full cycle; from concept to completion and to project manage. Proven ability to supervise other staff members. Benefits include generous vacation, medical/dental, 401K, pension, tuition reimbursement and on-site parking. Send resume with cover letter and resume to hr@wcs. org; please type code LKWD in subject line. Close Date: Until Filled.

Area Supervisor - We have an immediate opening for an Area Supervisor to manage our gift store at the Central Park Zoo. The Supervisor is responsible for sales, customer service, replenishment, presentation, housekeeping, loss prevention and staffing. The successful candidate will bring 3 to 5 years of experience in retail store management and the ability to drive sales with professional selling skills. If you are customer focused retail operations professional this career opportunity is for you! We provide an outstanding work environment and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401k retirement plan and tuition benefit. A bachelor’s degree is desired. SAlary is 34,200-$40,000. For immediate consideration please e-mail your cover letter, resume, and salary history to hr@wcs.org. Type LKAS in the subject line. Close Date: Until Filled. Director of Communications - The Wildlife Conservation Society, headquartered at the Bronx Zoo, seeks a Director of Communications to provide leadership in directing our strategic PR efforts. We are looking for a seasoned professional with at least 10 years of experience in media relations and management. A successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, excellent presentation capabilities and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior executives. The Director will develop and direct strategic public relations efforts for WCS, to promote and increase awareness of the WCS “brands;” the organization itself, its facilities, and its conservation, science, and education programs. They will coordinate development of a distinctive and effective WCS public voice. Full benefi ts package includes medical/dental coverage, tuition reimbursement, generous vacation, 401k, pension, and on site parking. EOE. To apply, please e-mail resume with cover letter to include salary requirements to hr@wcs.org Please type LKDC in subject. Close Date: Until Filled. Inventory Control Coordinator - We are The Bronx

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Career Changers & Support Zoo, one of five wildlife parks operated by the Wildlife Conservation Society. Our 9 store retail operation at the Bronx Zoo provides our guests with an exciting shopping experience that supports our mission of wildlife conservation. The Inventory Control Coordinator will assist the buyer and store management with product planning and store allocation to achieve sales and inventory investment objectives. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Monitor and analyze rate of sale and inventory levels to ensure that assortments and inventory are presented as planned; Analyze sales performance by classification and make recommendations; Develop and manage reporting tools for classification, assortment and inventory level analysis; Assist in controlling shrinkage and damage through site visits and onsite audits; Conduct or participate in daily, weekly, monthly, bi-annual or annual physical inventories. In return for 3 to 5 years of high volume, fast paced retail operations experience we provide an outstanding benefits package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401k retirement plan and tuition benefit. A bachelor’s degree is desired. Salary is $34,000 - $40,000. Please send cover letter and resume to hr@wcs.org, please type LKIC in subject line. Close Date: Until Filled. Manager - If you are an IT professional with point-of-sale system experience, this new position is for you! Responsibility includes management of data entry screens, report writing, data bases and credit card systems. You will be the liaison with point of sale vendors for software troubleshooting and will train end users on system operation. Our systems include Micros 9700 for restaurants, Counterpoint Enterprise for retail stores and Gateway Galaxy for ticketing. This position is based at the Bronx Zoo, one of the world’s great wildlife parks and an outstanding work environment. Our benefits package is very competitive and includes health, life and dental insurance, 401k plan, tuition reimbursement, 12 holidays and 3 weeks paid vacation in the first year! This is a high profile position that interacts with the operational management in restaurants, retail stores and admissions. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required, along with the ability to build long-term relationships across the organization. Ideal candidate must posses a Bachelors Degree and 3-5 relevant work experience. Salary range is $45,00-$55,000. For immediate consideration please e-mail a cover letter, resume and salary history to hr@wcs.org, type LKPS in subject, or Fax to 718-733-3412 Attn: LKPS. Close Date: Until Filled. Web Information Coordinator - The Wildlife Conservation Society, seeks candidates for a two-year, New York-based position to coordinate and advise the Wild Bird Global Avian Influenza Network for Surveillance (GAINS), a two-year, USAID-funded program led by the Wildlife Conservation Society. The Web Information Coordinator will assist the Data Management Specialist (DMS) with establishing, managing, and coordinating the main GAINS website as well as possibly additional sites. Assist DMS with design, construction, and implementation of GAINS website and possibly additional sites, including posting of PDF files, maps, and links associated with the GAINS Database Program Coordinate the planning, maintenance, and accessibility of website content in a way that ensures consistency. Create some original website content including monitoring and categorizing breaking news events, publications pertinent to avian influenza, and other non-scientific and scientific information.The ideal candidate will have a strong web development background, with 3 years of experience setting up and managing multiple websites. Extensive computer software experience; understanding of a variety of web development languages is required Excellent verbal, editorial and written communication skills (a writing sample will be required). Benefits include generous vacation, medical/dental, 401K, pension, tuition reimbursement and on-site parking. To apply, please send cover letter and salary requirements to hr@wcs.org. Please type code STWC in subject. Close Date: Until Filled. Payroll Assistant - The Wildlife Conservation Society at the Bronx Zoo seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented individual for Payroll Assistant. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Maintain payroll information by collecting, calculating and entering data; Update payroll records by entering changes to wage amounts, accruals, deductions, department and/or title changes, exemptions, addresses; Prepare reports pertaining to earnings, withholdings, personal deductions, accruals, unemployment and personal service allocations; Maintains employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping all information confidential. Requirements include a High School Diploma or higher education and general office work in insurance, billing or accounting; prior payroll experience preferred. Salary Mid 20’s - Low 30’s. Send resume w/cover letter to include salary requirements to: The Wildlife Conservation Society, Human Resources, hr@wcs.org; Please type code STPA in subject line. Close Date: Until Filled. Assistant Project Coordinator - The Wildlife Conservation Society at the Bronx Zoo seeks an Assistant Project Coordinator to provide support in the implementation and release of it’s Zoological Information Management System to all WCS sites. Responsibilities: Act as project contact with all departments and interact with external consultants; Assist

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in the analyses and tracking of project cost performance through collaboration with senior team members; Generate and distribute reports; Assist with analyzing and documenting potential future zoo processes; Coordinate participation of WCS subject matter experts to successfully implement ZIMS; Coordinate with the IT Department to ensure proper resources are in place to provide effective and quality installation and support; Organize committee meetings and prepare presentations and materials; Assist in the organization and development of training materials related to the project. The successful candidate will possess skills in researching and compiling information common to the field; Maintain confidentiality of privileged information obtained in the course of work;. When required, work independently with minimal direction; Possess strong time management and multi tasking skills, and be deadline oriented. Requirements: Bachelors degree in IT, 2 to 4 years experience and/or training in facilitating and coordinating software and/ or system related projects; Proficiency in MS Office as well as office equipment such as scanners, projectors and copiers; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Ability to collect and collate information from a variety of sources into concise and accurate reports; Previous zoological field experience desirable but not necessary. Benefits include generous vacation, medical/dental, 401K, pension, tuition reimbursement and on-site parking. Salary 34k-40k. Email resume /cover letter/ to: hr@wcs.org Type LK-ZIMS in subject. Close Date: Until Filled.

Senior Coordinator National Wildlife Federation is seeking a dynamic and dedicated worker to serve as Senior Coordinator. Qualifications: B.A. or B.S. in environmental education, communications, human relations/ psychology, or related subject. 4 years experience in volunteer administration and management, project management or fund-raising. Knowledge and experience with volunteer management and administration, including coordinating small-scale and large-scale events. Ability to work independently with dual virtual supervisors. Self-motivated and proficient with Microsoft applications. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Please apply online at www.nwf.org/careergateway. Close Date: Until Filled. Staff Assistant - National Wildlife Federation is seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to work as a Staff Assistant in the Strategic Communications Department. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. 4 years administrative experience (preferable in a public relations/public affairs or media environment). Database management expertise required. Excellent command of written and spoken English and extremely strong editing and proofreading skills. Substantial experience using MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Must be highly organized and able to maintain order in a rapidly changing environment. Please apply online at www.nwf. org/careergateway. Close Date: Until Filled. Account Executive - The Group Sales department of the Wildlife Conservation Society-with headquarters at the world famous Bronx Zoo- is currently seeking a professional and self motivated account executive to be a part this new venture! Responsibilities: Generate new accounts and maintain current accounts; Meet and exceed individual sales quotas; Make extensive outside sales calls; Adhere to established sales guidelines. The ideal candidate must possess: 1-2 years experience in outside sales (hospitality or attraction industry preferred); Strong organizational skills; Strong communication skills (verbal, listening, writing); Proven negotiation and networking skills; Experience in building business relationships; A desire to create a unique guest experience while maximizing revenue. Weekends and overnight travel may be required. Salary $44,650-$48,500 and annual sales bonus program. Benefits include medical, dental, tuition reimbursement, pension, on-site parking, 3 weeks vacation, and 401k. E-mail resume /cover letter/salary requirement to: hr@wcs.org Type LKSR in subject. Close Date: Until Filled. Production Coordinator - EGAD is looking for a Production Coordinator for immediate hire. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in exhibit design, environmental graphic design, or industrial design, as well as 1-3 years experience in coordinating the design, production and installation of exhibits. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, Adobe Creative suite and Vectorworks or equivalent drafting program. WCS is the conservation organization that is a leader in innovative exhibitry, interpretation, and zoo and aquarium design. Working primarily from the Bronx Zoo, the successful candidate will become integral to the planning, design, and production of our new exhibits in the New York area and in conservation programs worldwide. For more information visit our website: wcs.org Mail cover letter and resume to: Wildlife Conservation Society, EGAD/PC, 2300 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10460. No calls, please. Close Date: Until Filled. Manager - National Wildlife Federation is seeking a dynamic

and dedicated worker to serve as an Internet Technology Manager. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in the field of business management or information technology. Five years experience developing information architecture and accompanying relational databases and web-enabled applications; building and maintaining server and network systems; and relying on experience and judgment to optimize use of resources. Ability to effectively provide guidance to develop applications, give timely and helpful coaching to improve systems. Experience working in large organization working with all levels of staff and management. Minimum 5 years experience developing in the following environment: Microsoft Windows 2003 Server - IIS 6.0, Microsoft SQL Server 2000, Transact SQL, including stored procedures, Adobe ColdFusion Pages, JavaScript, JAVA Enterprise platform (J2EE), Web Services, Web 2.0 Development, AJAX, Active Server Pages, and .NET Framework. Please apply online at www.nwf.org/careergateway. Close Date: Until Filled. Senior Landscape Designer - The Wildlife Conservation Society at the Bronx Zoo is looking for a Sr. Landscape Designer. The ideal candidate must be able to conceptualize, design, and supervise a multidisciplinary team in developing and designing landscape architecture projects and animal exhibits for all five Wildlife Conservation Society living institutions. This person will work closely with programming, interpretation, architectural, graphic, and other Exhibition and Graphic Arts Department staff (as well as animal experts, curators, horticulturalists, and so on in other departments). Additionally, the candidate will create landscape design strategy and concepts for zoo and aquarium exhibits, supervise design, design development, and document production of various exhibit projects with an emphasis on landscape design. Candidate should posses a Bachelors or Masters degree in Landscape Architecture. Ability to create concept sketches, layouts, and renderings, 5-10 years experience in Landscape Architecture, some experience in zoo design and AutoCAD proficient. Benefits include 3 wks vac, med/den, 401(k), & on-site parking. Salary mid $40s low $50s. Send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: hr@wcs.org. Please type STSLAD in subject. Close Date: Until Filled. Senior Coordinator - National Wildlife Federation is seeking a dynamic and dedicated worker to serve as Senior Coordinator. Qualifications: B.A. or B.S. in environmental education, communications, human relations/psychology, or related subject. 4 years experience in volunteer administration and management, project management or fund-raising. Knowledge and experience with volunteer management and administration, including coordinating small-scale and large-scale events. Ability to work independently with dual virtual supervisors. Self-motivated and proficient with Microsoft applications. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Please apply online at www. nwf.org/careergateway. Close Date: Until Filled.

Scientific Writer Salt Lake City, UT. We are actively seeking to fill a Scientific Writer position in any one of our Salt Lake City office. This position is a regular, full-time salaried position. Salary will be based on individual qualifications and experience. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in environmental science/ management, biology, botany or related fields. Master s degree a strong plus. At least three (3) years of responsible experience in writing small and large scientific documents. Excellent organizational, oral, written, and analytical skills, and superior command of grammar and composition required. Highly familiar with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat. Experience writing NEPA documents and with NEPA regulatory programs. Must be able to multi-task and remain flexible. GIS or graphics skills a plus. Must have current eligibility to work in the United States (SWCA does not provide sponsorship for work visas at this time). Willingness to learn, have fun, and grow into increased management responsibilities. Contact: Jason Gerster at jgerster@swca.com. Close Date: June 1, 2007.

of Security and Admissions. Responsibilities include managing Security and Admissions Departments personnel directly and indirectly through subordinates, delegating responsibility to supervisory personnel as appropriate; instruct, document, and familiarize security and admissions staff in matters of safety and emergency procedures and other pertinent material; Safeguard the well being of the park’s living animal collection; to provide and supervise protection of all of the WCS’s physical assets including buildings, exhibits, vehicles and all other properties. Must possess a valid NY driver’s license, proficient in MS Office, Advanced Emergency Training preferred (e.g., Fire, HazMat Counter-terrorism, Crowd Control, etc),excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a team player. Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays. Send resume w/cover letter to include salary requirements to: The Wildlife Conservation Society, Human Resources, Box STMS, 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10460 or email hr@wcs.org; Please type code STMS in subject line. Close Date: Until Filled.

Editor Journal of Applied Ecology, one of the four international journals published by the British Ecological Society, is seeking a fifth editor to help strengthen the Journal’s coverage of a number of topical fields and to raise its profile worldwide. The editors work together to determine journal direction and increase the reputation and quality of the Journal, in addition to being responsible for handling submitted manuscripts. This is a part-time post for a practicing ecologist, based at the postholder’s normal place of work, although funds are available to allow editors to meet with each other, and to interact with other ecologists at important international events, as well as covering editorial costs. We would particularly welcome applicants with expertise in animal population dynamics and management, population estimation and monitoring, statistics or modelling in applied ecology, as well as those working outside the University sector or based outside the UK. For further details, please see the position description. Close Date: Until Filled. Security and Admission Supervisor - The Wildlife Conservation Society at Prospect Park Zoo seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented individual for Supervisor of Security. Responsibilities include providing a safe and secure environment for all staff, volunteers and visitors to the park. Safeguard the well being of the park’s living animal collection; to provide and supervise protection of all of the WCS’s physical assets including buildings, exhibits, vehicles and all other properties. Must possess a valid NY driver’s license, proficient in MS Office, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a team player. Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays. Salary Mid 30’s - Low 40’s. Send resume w/cover letter to include salary requirements to: The Wildlife Conservation Society, Human Resources, Box STSS, 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10460 or email hr@wcs.org; Please type code STSS in subject line. Close Date: Until Filled.

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Investment Officer - Sr. Investment Officer: Conservation International. Arlington, VA. Mng Verde Ventures conservation investments portfolio incl. min. 15 projects. Mng projects. by Invt. Offcr. in Costa Rica. Expand portfolio & diversify risk. Perform due diligence. Negotiate terms & close investments. Req: Master’s in Bus. Adm./Finance + 5 yrs exp. in small & medium enterprise investment in dev. countries. Fluency in Spanish reqd. Apply at http://www.conservation.org/xp/ CIWEB/about/jobs/jobapp.xml Principals only. Apply at http://www.conservation.org/xp/CIWEB/about/jobs/jobapp. xml. Close Date: Until Filled. Manager of Security and Admissions - The Wildlife Conservation Society at Prospect Park Zoo seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented individual for Manager

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