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Organization: Hemlock Restoration Initiative
Location: Asheville, NC
Deadline to Apply: August 4, 2025
Description:
The Hemlock Restoration Initiative (HRI) is now accepting applications for an AmeriCorps Naturalist and Stewardship Associate through AmeriCorps Project Conserve (ACPC) for the 2025-26 service term.
AmeriCorps service with HRI provides an excellent opportunity to interact with the local environmental conservation and natural resources community, engage in impactful work with a great team of professionals and members of the public, and be out in the woods in special places in the Southern Appalachian mountain region of Western North Carolina.
ACPC members serve an 11-month term from October 1st, 2025 to August 31st, 2026 with a total service commitment of 1,700 hours. Compensation includes a $31,500 living stipend (split over the term), a $7,395 educational award, professional development opportunities, and additional benefits outlined on the Project Conserve website. This position is based out of HRI’s office in Asheville, NC.
The Naturalist and Stewardship (N&S) Associate will increase collective awareness and appreciation of hemlock trees’ pivotal role as foundation species by gaining an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the relationships between hemlocks, the environments in which they exist, and the other organisms they support, and then interpreting and documenting the details and nuances of those relationships using a variety of methods (short and long-form journalism, photography, video, illustration, etc.). These will be shared via digital and non-digital platforms, such as on our website, social media, newsletters, and as visual aids for in-person educational events. The HRI N&S Associate will reach out to, and connect with, other relevant conservation organizations that have specialized expertise about some of the associated organisms that co-exist with hemlocks in order to develop new ideas of how to convey the importance of hemlock restoration to the public in novel and engaging ways.
Additionally, the ACPC member will work with the HRI forestry crew to protect hemlock trees from the impacts of the hemlock woolly adelgid. This will primarily be accomplished using chemical and biological control methods, but occasionally will involve assisting with other hemlock restoration strategies as well. The member will work closely with HRI staff and forestry technicians in the field and office.
Primary duties may include:
- Recording and documenting the biodiversity of species in our Hemlock Conservation Areas (HCAs), and creating tools, such as interpretive training guides with talking points, that will inform and aid other HRI staff in their hemlock management and outreach activities.
- Increasing awareness of the value of hemlocks in natural and human communities through multimedia descriptions of the diverse benefits of hemlocks’ ecosystem services, including their role in mitigating climate change.
- Increasing awareness of the threats to hemlocks and related forest health, including pests, pathogens, and climatic factors.
- Assisting HRI forestry crew and agency partners to perform stand assessments and insecticide treatments to control HWA on federal and state public lands and conserved lands
- Maintaining equipment and data
To learn more about the position and how to apply, visit the HRI website: https://savehemlocksnc.org/americorps-2025/
Applications are due by August 4th, 2025. All questions can be directed to Olivia Hall with HRI at education@savehemlocksnc.org.
Organization: Tennessee Dept. of Agriculture, Division of Forestry
Location: Dickson, TN
Deadline to Apply: Not provided
Description:
Area Forester_Forester 3_Dickson_ Job Description
Job Description:
The Area Forester is the Division of Forestry’s field forester. The Area Forester is responsible for all division programs in their area of responsibility. In addition to private forest management, these programs include forest protection and health, water quality, urban forestry and forest industry promotion and assistance. The Area Forester works under the direct supervision of the District Forester.
Organization: UT School of Natural Resources
Location: Knoxville, TN
Deadline to Apply: August 15, 2025
Description:
Forest Ecology_Silviculture Position Announcement
The School of Natural Resources at the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, located in Knoxville, Tennessee, invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position as an Assistant or Associate Professor of Silviculture and Forest Ecology, with a 55% Teaching/45% Research appointment. The individual must be committed to excellence in teaching and research and have a commitment to educating and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. The School of Natural Resources is devoted to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all.
The University of Tennessee is one of two land-grant institutions in the state and is the state’s public flagship university. The School of Natural Resources is the comprehensive natural resources program in the state, consisting of 36 teaching, research, and Extension faculty, 19 professional staff, 8 administrative support staff members, and more than 325 students in our undergraduate and graduate programs. The school’s mission is to advance the science and sustainable management of natural resources to promote their health, utilization, and appreciation in Tennessee, the region, and beyond. Knoxville offers a pleasant mix of urban culture and wildland recreational opportunities within a region recognized as a global hot spot for biodiversity. UT is located within easy driving distance to Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. In addition, U.S.D.A. Forest Service Forest Inventory and Analysis and U.S. Geological Survey scientists are located on or near campus, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory is nearby, offering excellent opportunities for collaborative efforts. Research activities are supported at ten AgResearch and Education Centers across the state.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leadership in planning, developing, and implementing education and research programs in silviculture and forest ecology. Expectations of the position include teaching undergraduate courses in dendrology and ecology, graduate courses in forest ecology and silviculture, and managing undergraduate internships. The successful candidate will also be expected to secure extramural funding and conduct research in silviculture and forest ecology, with a primary focus on hardwood forests.
Candidates must be committed to cooperating with diverse groups within and outside of the university and able to work with clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status.
Required Qualifications: A Ph.D. in silviculture or forest ecology completed by December 31, 2025. Applicants must have a commitment to education as evidenced by their statement of teaching philosophy, a record of publication commensurate with experience, and practical silvicultural field experience in North American forested ecosystems. The Criteria for Appointment to Faculty Rank can be found in section 3.2 of the Faculty Handbook.
Preferred Qualifications: Applicants should have excellent oral and written communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop collaborative relationships within the School and beyond. Applicants should demonstrate the ability to obtain external funding and publish research results. Preference will be given to applicants with at least one forestry degree from an SAF-accredited program; education and/or applied work experience within the eastern North American deciduous forest biome; and demonstrated experience in planning and implementing research and educational programs in the areas of hardwood silviculture and forest ecology. Familiarity with forest and wildlife interactions, fire ecology, invasive species and/or hardwood field and nursery research, including artificial regeneration, would be beneficial.
To Apply: Upload a cover letter, a one-page statement of teaching philosophy, a one-page statement of research philosophy, copies of transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate course work, a curriculum vitae detailing educational background, work experience, publications and grants secured, and names and full contact information of three professional references, through the university’s online job portal. The review of applications will begin August 15, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Salary and level of appointment will be commensurate with experience. Questions regarding this position may be directed to Search Committee Chair, Professor Jennifer Franklin, jafranklin@utk.edu.
Organization: USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Deadline to Apply: June 17, 2024
Description:
NAS Oceana Wildlife Specialist June 2025
13 Month Term Appointment with possibility for Benefits, Excepted Service, (may be extended up to 4 years)
SALARY: GS 6 $45,628 – $59,313
GS 7 $50,703 – $65,917
DUTIES:
- Responsible for planning, organizing, and conducting direct control operations to reduce wildlife damage within a geographical area or technical/subject area of program involvement.
- Inspects and surveys areas and, as necessary, will revise existing WDM programs.
- Uses WDM tools/devices which may include some or all of the following depending on need in assigned area: firearms; foothold, body-grip, cage traps; foot snares; neck snares; chemical control methods; pyrotechnics; noise cannons/exploders; drop nets; rocket/cannon nets; various other scaring devices.
- Correctly identifies current, and forecasts future, damage problems and relates them to the damage-causing species.
- Independently determines and selects the most effective means of control for individual situations.
- Modifies or adapts established damage control techniques as necessary to meet local conditions and address specific environmental, economic or political considerations.
- Assists in the negotiation of cooperative service agreements with landowners, lessees, or administrators to accomplish the goals outlined for the WS program. May independently negotiate small cooperative service field agreements.
- Enters data into established WDM database/system of record. Uses data to prepare and submit routine reports regarding daily, weekly or monthly activities, observations, and events.
- Assists others in preparing and submitting routine and special reports regarding daily, weekly or monthly activities, observations, events.
- Complies with restrictions and mitigation measures established through consultation with relevant Federal and State agencies.
- Carries out duties in accordance with program decisions made in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Endangered Species Act (ESA) under guidance and oversight by supervisor.
- Demonstrates a respect for safety in all operations, including the operation of motor vehicles, firearms, control devices and materials, and equipment.
- Performs other duties, as required.
James R. Powell, SE District Supervisor
USDA Wildlife Services – Virginia
1548A Holland Rd., Ste. 100 Suffolk, VA 23434
757-925-4391
james.r.powell@usda.gov
Organization: USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Location: Johnson County, KY
Deadline to Apply: June 27, 2025
Description:
East District Boyd-Johnson County 2025_update
This position works in the field 100% of the time. This is characterized by routine and regular travel to customer or other worksites as opposed to a single authorized alternative worksite. Examples of field work include site audits, site inspections, investigations, property management and work performed while commuting, travelling between worksites or on a Temporary Duty (TDY). Relocation expenses will not be paid.)
SALARY: $40,332 – $58,445 per year
HOW TO APPLY: Additional materials not listed above (i.e. position descriptions, training certificates, etc.) may not be considered. Applicants who do not submit the required items listed above may not be considered. Applications with all supporting documents must be submitted to the contact office and must be RECEIVED by 5:00 PM Eastern Time on the CLOSING DATE of this announcement. Interested individuals should send a resume, transcripts, veteran documentation (if applicable) to the address listed here. Email preferred.
CONTACT OFFICE:
USDA APHIS Wildlife Services
4708 Western Avenue Suite A
Knoxville, TN 37921
865-588-0299
Josh Mathenia, Assistant District Supervisor
Josh.mathnia@usda.gov
DUTIES:
- Responsible for organizing and conducting direct control operations to reduce wildlife damage within a geographical area or technical/subject area of program involvement.
- Inspects and surveys areas and, as necessary, will revise existing WDM programs in close consultation with higher-level management.
- Uses WDM tools/devices which may include some or all of the following depending on need in assigned area: firearms; foothold, body-grip, cage traps; foot snares; neck snares; chemical control methods; pyrotechnics; noise cannons/exploders; drop nets; rocket/cannon nets; various other scaring devices.
- Assists Wildlife Biologists by correctly identifying current, and forecasting future damage, problems and relating them to the damage-causing species.
- Independently determines and selects the most effective means of control for individual situations.
- Modifies or adapts established damage control techniques as necessary to meet local conditions and address specific environmental, economic or political considerations.
- Assists in the negotiation of cooperative service agreements with landowners, lessees, or administrators to accomplish the goals outlined for the WS program.
- Enters data into established WDM database/system of record. Uses data to prepare and submit routine reports regarding daily, weekly or monthly activities, observations, and events.
- Assists in conducting demonstrations and training for others, including other cooperators or other interested groups, on WDM methods, procedures, and program objectives.
- Complies with restrictions and mitigation measures established through consultation with relevant Federal and State agencies.
- Carries out duties in accordance with program decisions made in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Endangered Species Act (ESA) under guidance and oversight by supervisor.
- Performs other duties, as required.
Organization: USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Location: Various in Florida
Deadline to Apply: July 24, 2025
Description:
Florida WS – GS 5-6 Wildlife Technicians Announcement 2025
SALARY: $40,332-$58,879 per year (depending on GS level qualified for)
SUMMARY:
Primary duties will be animal damage control on and around federal, state, county, and private lands. Primary wildlife dealt with will be feral swine, coyotes, and other mesopredators causing damage to natural resources on the properties.
DUTIES:
- Responsible for organizing and conducting direct control operations to reduce wildlife damage within a geographical area or technical/subject area of program involvement.
- Inspects and surveys areas and, as necessary, will revise existing WDM programs in close consultation with higher-level management.
- Uses WDM tools/devices which may include some or all of the following depending on need in assigned area: firearms; foothold, body-grip, cage traps; foot snares; neck snares; chemical control methods; pyrotechnics; noise cannons/exploders; drop nets; rocket/cannon nets; various other scaring devices.
- Assists Wildlife Biologists by correctly identifying current, and forecasting future damage, problems and relating them to the damage-causing species.
- Independently determines and selects the most effective means of control for individual situations.
- Modifies or adapts established damage control techniques as necessary to meet local conditions and address specific environmental, economic or political considerations.
- Assists in the negotiation of cooperative service agreements with landowners, lessees, or administrators to accomplish the goals outlined for the WS program.
- Enters data into established WDM database/system of record. Uses data to prepare and submit routine reports regarding daily, weekly or monthly activities, observations, and events.
- Assists in conducting demonstrations and training for others, including other cooperators or other interested groups, on WDM methods, procedures, and program objectives.
- Complies with restrictions and mitigation measures established through consultation with relevant Federal and State agencies.
- Carries out duties in accordance with program decisions made in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Endangered Species Act (ESA) under guidance and oversight by supervisor.
- Performs other duties, as required.
CONTACT OFFICE:
Coady W. Lundy
SW District Supervisor
Florida Southwest District
1408 24th Street SE
Ruskin, Florida 33570
coady.w.lundy@usda.gov
(352) 730-6644
Organization: USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Location: Homestead Air Reserve Base, Homestead, FL
Deadline to Apply: July 25, 2025
Description:
SALARY: $40,332 – $62,244 per year
DUTIES:
- Responsible for organizing and conducting direct control operations to reduce wildlife damage within a geographical area or technical/subject area of program involvement.
- Inspects and surveys areas and, as necessary, will revise existing WDM programs in close consultation with higher-level management.
- Uses WDM tools/devices which may include some or all of the following depending on need in assigned area: firearms; foothold, body-grip, cage traps; foot snares; neck snares; chemical control methods; pyrotechnics; noise cannons/exploders; drop nets; rocket/cannon nets; various other scaring devices.
- Assists Wildlife Biologists by correctly identifying current, and forecasting future damage, problems and relating them to the damage-causing species.
- Independently determines and selects the most effective means of control for individual situations.
- Modifies or adapts established damage control techniques as necessary to meet local conditions and address specific environmental, economic or political considerations.
- Assists in the negotiation of cooperative service agreements with landowners, lessees, or administrators to accomplish the goals outlined for the WS program.
- Enters data into established WDM database/system of record. Uses data to prepare and submit routine reports regarding daily, weekly or monthly activities, observations, and events.
- Assists in conducting demonstrations and training for others, including other cooperators or other interested groups, on WDM methods, procedures, and program objectives.
- Complies with restrictions and mitigation measures established through consultation with relevant Federal and State agencies.
- Carries out duties in accordance with program decisions made in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Endangered Species Act (ESA) under guidance and oversight by supervisor.
- Performs other duties, as required.
CONTACT:
Alex Nicely
District Supervisor
Florida Southeast District
Titusville, Florida 32796
alex.w.nicely@usda.gov
(386) 274-8745
Organization: USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Location: Decatur County, TN and Hopkins County, KY
Deadline to Apply: July 11, 2025
Description:
SALARY:
$40,332 – $58,445 per year
DUTIES:
- Responsible for organizing and conducting direct control operations to reduce wildlife damage within a geographical area or technical/subject area of program involvement.
- Inspects and surveys areas and, as necessary, will revise existing WDM programs in close consultation with higher-level management.
- Uses WDM tools/devices which may include some or all of the following depending on need in assigned area: firearms; foothold, body-grip, cage traps; foot snares; neck snares; chemical control methods; pyrotechnics; noise cannons/exploders; drop nets; rocket/cannon nets; various other scaring devices.
- Assists Wildlife Biologists by correctly identifying current, and forecasting future damage, problems and relating them to the damage-causing species.
- Independently determines and selects the most effective means of control for individual situations.
- Modifies or adapts established damage control techniques as necessary to meet local conditions and address specific environmental, economic or political considerations.
- Assists in the negotiation of cooperative service agreements with landowners, lessees, or administrators to accomplish the goals outlined for the WS program.
- Enters data into established WDM database/system of record. Uses data to prepare and submit routine reports regarding daily, weekly or monthly activities, observations, and events.
- Assists in conducting demonstrations and training for others, including other cooperators or other interested groups, on WDM methods, procedures, and program objectives.
- Complies with restrictions and mitigation measures established through consultation with relevant Federal and State agencies.
- Carries out duties in accordance with program decisions made in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Endangered Species Act (ESA) under guidance and oversight by supervisor.
- Performs other duties, as required.
CONTACT OFFICE:
USDA APHIS Wildlife Services
537 Myatt Drive
Madison, TN 37115
731-668-3388
David Ferrell, Assistant District Supervisor
david.d.ferrell@usda.gov
Organization: Tennessee Dept. of Environment and Conservation
Location: Oak Ridge, TN
Deadline to Apply: July 24, 2025
Description:
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) is excited to offer an outstanding opportunity for college students to complete an internship with the Division of Remediation in the Oak Ridge Office. Students can expect to gain an understanding of how our agency works to protect human health and the environment by regulating and providing oversight to clean-up efforts in Oak Ridge, TN.
Students will learn about State and Federal environmental remediation regulations, as well as monitoring various environmental media for impacts from contamination and cleanup. The internship will primarily be in an office setting focusing on compiling information from documents and using geographic information systems (GIS) software to develop GIS databases and interactive maps. The office work will consist of working closely with our technical team to identify key features and data pertinent to the clean-up efforts at the Y-12 Security Plant, Oak Ridge National Lab, and East Tennessee Technology Park and develop maps illustrating this information in an interactive format.
Highlighted Responsibilities:
- Work directly with our technical team and Subject Matter Experts in the environmental regulatory career field.
- Literature and document review to research cleanup efforts on the Oak Ridge Reservation.
- Organize extracted information in a structured format.
- Utilize GIS software or other platform to develop GIS databases and interactive maps.
- Accompany technical staff to regulatory meetings, when possible, to learn about environmental regulatory decision-making.
Qualifications:
- Students earning a degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Health, Physical Science, Ecology, Life Sciences, Geology, or other acceptable science/natural resource related fields.
- Experience with GIS software and computer programming.
- Actively enrolled in college and have a Junior, Senior, or Graduate student status as of August 2025.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Have a valid driver’s license.
How to Apply: To be considered for this position, applicants must apply through the application link during the application window. Please Click Here to Apply for the internship opportunity.
Organization: NC Wildlife Resources Commission
Location: Various
Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
Description:
2025 CWD Field Tech Announcement
SALARY: $15.00 – $22.00 per hour
SALARY GRADE / SALARY GRADE EQUIVALENT: NC05
APPOINTMENT TYPE: Temporary Full-Time
Appointment times are 4-month, September/October 2025 through January/February 2026 or 5-month, September 2025 through January 2026
Positions will be home-based and located in Districts 3, 4, 5, and 6
DESCRIPTION OF WORK: The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (WRC) is seeking applicants to fill multiple Wildlife Conservation Technician (Working Title: “CWD Field Technician”) positions. These positions will be considered full-time temporary positions with a 40-hr work week. Appointment times vary for each location with four-month positions in Districts 3, 4, 5, and 6 and a 5-month position in District 5. Start dates vary as well, with most beginning either early September or October 2025.
The primary purpose of these positions will be to support WRC’s ongoing disease monitoring efforts in white tailed deer, specifically and focused primarily on Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) surveillance. Under the supervision, direction, and training of WRC Wildlife Management Division Regional Supervisors and District Biologists, these positions will coordinate and collaborate with Cervid Health Cooperators (CHCs), meat processors, private landowners, land managers, hunt clubs, hunters, etc., to facilitate the collection and processing of tissue samples consistent with agency protocols for CWD surveillance.
Applicants must have a basic knowledge of local wildlife, excellent oral and written communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in an unsupervised capacity and as part of a team. The primary responsibilities will be tissue sample collection, staffing check stations, coordinating sample collections with CHCs, tissue transport and processing, data collection and management, and carcass/tissue disposal. Other duties may be assigned.
The employee must be a self-starter and willing to maintain a flexible schedule. Frequent daily travel, extended workdays, and weekend work will be required to meet agency objectives.
The workstation for these positions will be in the employee’s home-based office using an agency provided phone, computer, and truck. The workstation location for these positions will be located within the respective Districts.
APPLICATION: All applicants must complete and submit a State of North Carolina application for employment using the attached or by going to the OSHR’s website: https://oshr.nc.gov/pd107-2023fillablepdf/open. Send completed application and resume to jason.allen@ncwildlife.gov.
Organization: University of Tennessee – Knoxville: UT Institute of Agriculture, School of Natural Resources
Location: Jackson, TN
Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
Description:
Extension Assistant/Associate/Professor of Forestry
The University of Tennessee – Knoxville: UT Institute of Agriculture: School of Natural Resources
Location: Jackson, Madison County, TN
Open Date: May 16, 2025
The School of Natural Resources (SNR) at the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA) invites applications for a 12-month, tenure-track, 100% Extension Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor of Forestry. This position is stationed at the Western Region Extension Office in Jackson, Madison County, Tennessee, and reports to the Director of the UT School of Natural Resources.
The successful candidate will develop, implement, evaluate, and report on a comprehensive statewide educational program for private (rural and urban), nonindustrial landowners concentrating on forest management. Specifically, the successful candidate will develop and deliver educational programs regarding forest management, enhancing forest productivity, marketing commercial forest products, and understanding forest ecosystems, all aimed at assisting landowners with their forest management objectives. Examples of educational programs include Tennessee Healthy Hardwoods, Welcome to Your Woods, Tennessee Tree Day, Forestry Worker Curriculum, Teachers Conservation Workshop, Back Porch Forestry YouTube, and The Forestry Footnotes Newsletter.
Expectations of the position include engaging in scholarly activities related to Extension programs, including securing internal and external grants, and assuming leadership roles supporting grants. The successful candidate will provide guidance and assistance to county Extension agents and assist other specialists with 4-H youth program development and implementation as needed. The finalist will develop and maintain relationships with cooperating agencies (e.g., Tennessee Division of Forestry, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, County Forestry Associations, Tennessee Forestry Association) to further promote sustainable forest management. The finalist will participate in programs and activities for the School of Natural Resources and UTIA as needed.
Candidates must be committed to cooperating with diverse groups within and outside of the university and have the ability to work with clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status.
The University of Tennessee is one of two land-grant institutions in the state and is the state’s public flagship university. The School of Natural Resources is the comprehensive natural resources program in the state, consisting of 31 teaching, research, and Extension faculty; 17 professional and 8 administrative staff members; and more than 350 students. The School’s mission is to advance the science and sustainable management of natural resources to promote their health, use, and appreciation in Tennessee, the region, and beyond through programs in teaching, research, and Extension.
Required Qualifications:
- An earned doctorate in forestry, forest management, natural resources, or a closely related field.
- At least one forestry degree from a Society of American Foresters accredited program.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to think critically, solve problems, and navigate complex situations professionally.
- Proficiency with electronic technology or a willingness to learn/use distance educational technology.
- Ability to provide leadership and demonstrate self-reliance in a collaborative environment.
- Computer literacy and proficiency in web-based applications, such as MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Office.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Practical field experience in hardwood silviculture and forest management.
- In addition to a Doctorate degree, 5 or more years of professional experience in Cooperative Extension program development.
- Experience working with Extension programs, USDA agencies, and/or related educational programming.
- Demonstrated experience in planning and implementing educational programs in silviculture and/or forest management.
- Ability to interact and gain support from constituencies outside the university, such as business and industry, state and federal agencies, and non-profit and private foundations.
- Demonstrated ability to obtain and manage external funding to support Extension and research programs.
- Ability to handle multiple demands and set priorities.
- Experience in planning, implementing, marketing, and evaluating educational programs for small-scale landowners.Experience working in community-based non-formal education settings.
Application Instructions
Submit a letter of interest, a one-page statement of formal (classroom-based education) and/or informal (practical-based education) teaching, a one-page statement on Extension philosophy, copies of transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate course work, a curriculum vitae detailing educational background, work experience, publications, presentations, and grants secured, and names and full contact information of three professional references, through the university’s online job portal. Review of applications will begin July 7, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Salary is commensurate with experience. Questions may be directed to search committee chair, Dr. Sharon Jean-Philippe, jeanphil@utk.edu. This institution is using Interfolio’s Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. Apply Now.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Requests for accommodations of a disability should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-3560 or eoa@utk.edu or (865)974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation & Resolution 216 Business Incubator Building 2450 EJ. Chapman Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee 37996 or (865)974-0717 or investigations@utk.edu.
Organization: North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Location: Richmond County, NC
Deadline to Apply: July 9, 2025
Description:
Salary
$61,545.00 – $107,703.00 Annually
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking applicants for a Conservation Biologist II/Southern Piedmont Management Biologist for our Land and Water Access Division. Primary work responsibility involves planning, organizing, and coordinating with various program personnel to implement wildlife management activities on public lands. A considerable amount of time will be spent developing game land-specific prescriptions to address species and habitat needs, taking a leadership role on the development of game land-specific management plans, coordinating, developing, and implementing wildlife and habitat surveys to track trends or to evaluate impacts of actions.
This person is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing game land management operations within a work area and will provide biological training and feedback to employees. Position is responsible for maintaining contact with cooperating agencies and organizations as it relates to wildlife management issues. In addition, this position will lead and coordinate land acquisition activities within the work area, play a significant role in ecosystem restoration, reforestation, and vegetative management, monitoring of RCW populations and other endangered or rare population on game lands, presenting wildlife related programs to the public, serving on various committees as required and other duties as assigned. Duties also include participation in the development of work plans, maintenance or records, assisting with wildlife surveys and data collections, and general maintenance of equipment and facilities.
Organization: Various institutions
Location: Various
Deadline to Apply: Not provided
Description:
We are seeking motivated undergraduate student interns interested in biodiversity research. This opportunity is part of an NSF-funded project studying the coupling of above- and below-ground biodiversity in forest ecosystems across the continental U.S.
Duration & Stipend: Two paid internship options are available: $3,000 for a 4-week internship, $6,000 for a 8-week internship
Description:
Interns will have the chance to gain hands-on research experience related to the connections between above- and below-ground biodiversity in forests. The project involves working with data such as USDA Forest Service tree inventories and soil DNA sequencing, and collaborating with researchers across multiple institutions.
Ideal Candidates:
We encourage applications from undergraduate students who have an interest in ecology, forestry, biology, environmental science, or related fields. Candidates with some experience or coursework in data analysis, programming (e.g., R), GIS, or biology are encouraged but not required. Enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research and learning new skills is essential.
Collaborating Institutions and Principal Investigators:
Applicants interested in this internship should contact any of the following PIs at their respective institutions for further information and to express interest:
Purdue University: Dr. Insu Jo (insujo@purdue.edu)
University of Tennessee: Drs. Stephanie Kivlin (skivlin@utk.edu) and Joseph Edwards (jedwar98@utk.edu)
Indiana University: Dr. Richard Phillips (rpp6@indiana.edu)
Smithsonian Institution: Drs. John Parker (parkerj@si.edu) and Melissa McCormick (mccormickm@si.edu)
University of Texas at El Paso: Dr. Liz LaRue (ealarue@utep.edu)
USDA Forest Service: Dr. Grant Domke (grant.m.domke@usda.gov)
Application Process:
We will maintain a pool of interested undergraduate applicants and contact individuals when internship opportunities become available. Please reach out directly to any of the PIs listed above with a one-page statement of interest, resume, and contact information for two references.
Additional Information:
This internship offers valuable research experience within a collaborative, interdisciplinary team and may lead to further opportunities in ecological research.
Organization: Tennessee Dept. of Agriculture, Division of Forestry
Location: Nashville, TN
Deadline to Apply: Not provided
Description:
Water Quality_BMP Specialist Job Description
Job Description:
The Water Quality/Best Management Practices Specialist resides within the Forest Health and Sustainability Unit. This position is responsible for promoting and facilitating the use of forestry best management practices by forest professionals and landowners statewide. Additionally, this position is responsible for delivering a variety of water quality/BMP training and education opportunities, serving as the agency representative with external partners, and grant/fiscal management.
Organization: USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Location: Leesburg and Suffolk, VA
Deadline to Apply: June 20, 2025
Description:
Vacancy Announcement_VA_Biological Science Tech_GS-5-6
TYPE OF POSITION: 13 Month Term Appointment with possibility for Benefits, Excepted Service, (may be extended up to 4 years))
WORK SCHEDULE: Full Time, Maxiflex
SERIES/GRADE: GS-0404-5/6
FULL PERFORMANCE LEVEL: GS-0404-6
SALARY: $40,931- $66,872 per year
Primary duties for the Leesburg position will be wildlife management activities at Loudoun County Landfill.
The primary duties for the Suffolk position will be beaver damage management to protect roadways.
Contact:
Ryan Stewart
Assistant District Supervisor
Supervisory Wildlife Biologist
USDA APHIS Wildlife Services-Virginia
(703) 572-6836 office
(804) 543-7155 cell
Organization: USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Location: Leesburg and Suffolk, VA
Deadline to Apply: July 22, 2025
Description:
Leesburg and Suffolk VA Position Announcements July 2025
DUTIES:
- Responsible for organizing and conducting direct control operations to reduce wildlife damage within a geographical area or technical/subject area of program involvement.
- Inspects and surveys areas and, as necessary, will revise existing WDM programs in close consultation with higher-level management.
- Uses WDM tools/devices which may include some or all of the following depending on need in assigned area: firearms; foothold, body-grip, cage traps; foot snares; neck snares; chemical control methods; pyrotechnics; noise cannons/exploders; drop nets; rocket/cannon nets; various other scaring devices.
- Assists Wildlife Biologists by correctly identifying current, and forecasting future damage, problems and relating them to the damage-causing species.
- Independently determines and selects the most effective means of control for individual situations.
- Modifies or adapts established damage control techniques as necessary to meet local conditions and address specific environmental, economic or political considerations.
- Assists in the negotiation of cooperative service agreements with landowners, lessees, or administrators to accomplish the goals outlined for the WS program.
- Enters data into established WDM database/system of record. Uses data to prepare and submit routine reports regarding daily, weekly or monthly activities, observations, and events.
- Assists in conducting demonstrations and training for others, including other cooperators or other interested groups, on WDM methods, procedures, and program objectives.
- Complies with restrictions and mitigation measures established through consultation with relevant Federal and State agencies.
- Carries out duties in accordance with program decisions made in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Endangered Species Act (ESA) under guidance and oversight by supervisor.
- Performs other duties, as required.
CONTACT OFFICE:
Ryan Stewart
PO Box 130
Moseley, VA 23120
(804) 543-7155
ryan.m.stewart@usda.gov
Organization: Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation
Location: Douglas, AK
Deadline to Apply: July 7, 2025
Description:
This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
What you will be doing:
Under the general direction of a Fish and Game Coordinator, the Research Coordinator is responsible for oversight and supervision of the wildlife research program in region 1 (Southeast Alaska) including:
Leadership of the research program and supervision of research staff, Assurance of scientific quality and integrity of projects of publications, and Management of the research program budget including compliance with the Pittman-Robertson Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration program requirements.
The Research Coordinator, along with the Regional Supervisor and Management Coordinator, serve as the regional leadership team and together supervise over thirty professional, technical, and administrative positions setting staffing and budget priorities relative to the management and conservation needs of wildlife populations in Southeast Alaska.
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G), Division of Wildlife Conservation is also seeking a Wildlife Biologist, 1/2 Flex, located in Douglas, Alaska. This is a flexibly classed position with a training plan designed to provide a path to advance to a Wildlife Biologist 2.
Under the general supervision of a Wildlife Biologist 4, this position assists in leading field research activities, conducts biological sampling, and provides technical assistance to wildlife biologists focused on ungulate research in Southeast Alaska, including mountain goat, moose, elk, and Sitka black-tailed deer.At the advanced level this position will work more independently and requires an increased level of responsibility.
For specific information in reference to the position, please contact the hiring manager:
Anthony Crupi
Fish and Game Coordinator, Regional Supervisor
Phone: 907-465-4348
anthony.crupi@alaska.gov
Organization: Auburn University
Location: Auburn, AL
Deadline to Apply: Not provided
Description:
The Simonis Lab at Auburn University is hiring a Wildlife Technician to assist in projects associated with bat health. Primary responsibilities will include scouting field sites and conducting and leading various bat surveys (point counts, capture, biological sampling) at those sites throughout Alabama. Other duties will include data entry and organization, field equipment maintenance, field supply inventory, supply ordering, and possibly some laboratory work during down time from the field. Candidates must be prepared and able to work under challenging environmental conditions, which include exposure to elements such as heat, humidity, and the presence of wildlife and insects. Additionally, candidates must be prepared to perform day or night work, depending on the project and field site.
For more information regarding the College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment at Auburn University, please visit their website here: https://cfwe.auburn.edu/. For more information about the Simonis Lab, please visit their website here: https://simonislab.weebly.com/.
Location: Auburn, Alabama
Organization: College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment at Auburn University
Type: Term of two years (additional years pending available funding)
Estimated hours per week: 40
Salary: $32,000 + Benefits
Estimated Start Date: August 1, 2025 (flexible for a Fall start)
Minimum Qualifications: Ideal candidates will have the following:
- Bachelor’s degree in a biology or wildlife-related field
- Motivation
- Ability to work well with others
- Ability to work independently
- Field experience conducting wildlife monitoring and capture surveys
- Wildlife handling experience
- Biological sampling experience
- Valid driver’s license
Desired Qualifications: Preference may be given to candidates with any of the following:
- Bat survey experience
- Bat identification experience
- Bat handling experience
- Experience collecting bat samples
- Previous field, technical, laboratory or general research experience
To apply: Visit https://forms.gle/roUsVBnMM4aHPfB49 to fill out your general contact information, confirm minimum qualifications, and upload the following in the application portal as a single PDF document with the file name “<LastName>_WildlifeTechApp” (e.g., for an applicant named Joe Smith, their PDF file will be named Smith_WildlifeTechApp).
- A cover letter (2 pages max)
- Resume or CV
- A list of two professional references
Organization: Profile
Location: Conover, NC
Deadline to Apply: Not provided
Description:
Wood Procurement Specialist Jd
The primary duty of the Wood Procurement Specialist is to coordinate and manage the procurement of pine and poplar round wood to ensure a constant flow of logs into the sawmill to drive the maximum
mill operating efficiency with high-quality and cost-effective logs. This position will also be responsible for the sale and delivery of all mill’s residual products.
