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National Audubon Society · 1 day ago

Range Ecologist

United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$56K/yr - $62K/yr

3+ years exp

The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to protecting birds and their habitats. The Range Ecologist will work closely with local landowners to implement conservation programs aimed at enhancing grassland habitat for priority bird species and will engage in various management practices and partnerships to achieve these goals.

EducationNon ProfitPublishingWildlife Conservation

Responsibilities

Serve as an on-the-ground Range Ecologist for Audubon Working Lands programs to enhance grassland habitat for priority bird species. This will include:

Provide excellent technical service to agricultural producers participating in conservation programs

Facilitate demand for conservation implementation through partnerships with local landowners, agencies, and organizations

Establish and maintain professional relationships with ranchers and landowners

Communicate program goals and work with rancher/landowner to develop plans for each project

Execute timely agreements and project plans for landowners participating in financial assistance conservation programs

Connect with local conservation professionals and organizations to deliver programs and recruit new program participants

Provide timely access to financial assistance programs for enrolled ranches, through Audubon, local, state, and federal financial assistance opportunities. Refer producers to partner conservation programs when applicable

Support grant reporting related to Audubon conservation work

Complete project-related administrative tasks and maintain detailed records

Participate in local outreach events in the community to share expertise

Maintain excellent communication with supervisor and administrative staff

Engage in professional development activities in line with a yearly growth and performance plan

Plan and participate in landowner workshops and other educational events

Attend training events held by local partners, such as NRCS, USFWS, and state grazing coalitions to build ecological understanding

Represent Audubon at events to promote and educate the public and partners on Audubon’s working lands programs, partner programs, grassland bird conservation, and rangeland management practices

Maintain and foster a culture of safety

Support a culture of philanthropy, including public funding efforts

Collaborate with colleagues across National Audubon Society including through joint planning and execution of shared priorities

Other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Range managementGrassland ecologyArcGISProject managementPublic speakingRanching culture knowledgeGrant managementAnalytical thinkingCommunication skillsCollaborationCreativityTeam leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in biology, range management, ecology, natural resources management, wildlife management, or related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered

At least three years' experience with similar work in grasslands

Experience working with local agencies and organizations to help ranchers secure cost-share and incentive program funding to implement improved rangeland management practices

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking, public presentation, and the ability to synthesize and communicate technical and complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences

Strong project management skills, including but not limited to setting and implementing effective goals and objectives, problem-solving, time management, contract and grant management, creating and maintaining collaborations with other organizations, developing public awareness activities, preparing reports, etc

Working knowledge of ArcGIS, GPS, and other GIS technology

Experience with Northern Great Plains grassland plant and avian identification and management

Knowledge and appreciation of the ranching culture, range management issues, and sustainable ranching practices

Must be able to do light lifting (up to 25 lbs.) and traverse uneven terrain outdoors, with or without accommodation

Commitment to Audubon's organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation

Must have valid Driver's License. Range Ecologists are expected to use their own vehicles for most work while being reimbursed mileage

Must be comfortable and willing to work occasional weekends and evenings with extensive day travel and occasional overnight travel, as necessary

Preferred

Experience with prescribed fire burn plan writing and implementation preferred

Familiarity with common grassland management activities and grazing systems in the Northern Great Plains

Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued

Company

National Audubon Society

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The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow, throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation.

Founded in 1905

New York, New York, USA

501-1000 employees