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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: USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Location: Oktibbeha County, MS
Deadline to Apply: Sept. 19, 2025
Description:
Salary: $36,825-$58,445 per year
13 Month Term Appointment with possibility for Benefits, Excepted Service, (may be extended up to 4 years))
DUTIES:
- Responsible for organizing and conducting direct control operations to reduce wildlife damage Incumbent serves as a Biological Science Technician responsible for technical work involved in animal disease control in livestock and poultry and disease vector eradication programs within an assigned geographic area.
- Subject to existing state statutes and federal regulations, the typical section assignment may include, but is not necessarily limited to, the following duties:
- Inspects and surveys livestock and poultry facilities located on ranches, farms, auction markets, etc., for possible wild vertebrate disease vectors. Inspects and surveys areas and, as necessary, will revise existing programs in close consultation with supervisor.
- Independently recommends or implements the most effective tools/devices to mitigate the possibility of livestock and poultry encountering vertebrate disease vectors on ranches, farms, auction markets, etc., by providing technical assistance.
- Maintains records of chemical control use to comply with state and federal regulatory requirements. Maintains responsibility for and knowledge of government-provided equipment and supplies.
- Responsible for communicating accomplishments, safety-related issues, problems encountered, work locations, etc. to supervisor.
- Enters data into established database/system of record. Uses data to prepare and submit routine reports regarding activities, observations, and events.
- May author formal reports or other documents that summarize and analyze both work accomplished and benefits to cooperators/stakeholders. These reports are most often presented internally to WS staff/supervisors.
- Assists in conducting demonstrations and training for others, including other cooperators or other interested groups, on methods, procedures, and program objectives. This responsibility includes preliminary instruction and training of new personnel on technical aspects of the program including pesticide use.
- 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.
- Conducts all operations using approved safety procedures in all operations, including the operation of motor vehicles and equipment.
- Conducts all operations in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations, and USDA, APHIS, and WS policies.
Clint Lott, District Supervisor USDA APHIS Wildlife Services
1020 Lantrip Rd
Sherwood, AR 72120
(662) 769-3546
clint.lott@usda.gov
Organization: USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Location: Claiborne, Hinds, Jefferson, or Warren counties, MS
Deadline to Apply: Sept. 19, 2025
Description:
Salary: $36,825 – $ 58,445 per year
13 Month Term Appointment with possibility for Benefits, Excepted Service, (may be extended up to 4 years))
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.
Jonathan Leddon
USDA/APHIS/Wildlife Services
1020 Lantrip Road
Sherwood, AR 72120
Email: jonathan.r.leddon@usda.gov
Phone: (601) 928-2250
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: Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency
Location: West Tennessee (Region 1)
Deadline to Apply: Not provided
Description:
We have 2 vacancies for CWD part-time positions in Region 1. The pay is $20.90 per hour with a truck. They can start as soon as next week.
These positions have been advertised on multiple job boards.
If you know of someone interested, contact James Whitaker 731-343-0549.
Organization: Harpers Ferry National Historic Park
Location: Harpers Ferry, WV
Deadline to Apply: Oct. 12, 2025
Description:
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park in West Virginia is seeking an ecology assistant to design wildlife surveys for one or more taxa of wildlife that will be carried out at a later date at a 370-acre tract within the park. This is a 12-week AmeriCorps position through the National Park Service’s Scientists in Parks program beginning in January 2026. The SIP will review applicable literature for potential survey methods for each taxa, including birds, herpetofauna, and mammals, and will propose the methods that make the most sense for the park’s budget and staffing capacity and the area’s approachability and likely species. These methods could include acoustic sampling, camera traps, and/or physical traps. The SIP will use ArcPro and/or R Studio or similar software to prepare random sampling designs. The SIP will research equipment and prepare a budget and timeline for the surveys. The SIP will collaborate with park and regional scientists and will have many opportunities to build their professional network and learn about resource management at NPS.
Candidates should be in the process of completing, or should have recently completed, a graduate degree in environmental science, environmental biology, ecology, wildlife biology, or a related field. Completed coursework in statistics and sampling design is required. Candidates must have strong writing, GIS, and data analysis skills and must demonstrate the ability to work independently and approach problems with a creative mindset. Candidates must have experience completing literature reviews. Wildlife sampling experience is strongly preferred. The position is funded and park housing is available.
Visit here for more information and to apply by October 12, 2025.
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: 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: Southern Illinois University – Carbondale
Location: Jo Daviess County, IL
Deadline to Apply: Oct. 3, 2025
Description:
Job Category
Temporary/Seasonal Positions
Salary
$18.00/hour, maximum 37.5 hours/week
Website: https://peaselab.com/
Description
The PEASE Lab at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale (SIUC) is hiring four field technicians to assist with the Wild Turkey Nesting Phenology and Gobbling Chronology projects in Illinois from January through July of 2026:
Turkey Tagging Technician (3)
Turkey Acoustic Monitoring Technician (1)
Position Summary:
Turkey Tagging Technician
The technicians will be expected to trap and tag turkey in the late winter and monitor and collect data on tagged turkey through the end of the field season. Work hours will vary (early morning trapping in winter, some potentially long days in spring and summer).
This position does not require previous trapping experience, however familiarity with game bird trapping is a plus. Housing is provided, and the technician will be expected to perform most responsibilities independently with occasional assistance from the master’s students. Travel is required for this position; however, work vehicles will be provided.
Responsibilities include:
Trapping, handling, and fitting turkeys with GPS backpacks and leg bands
Tracking tagged turkeys via telemetry throughout the nesting and brooding seasons
Habitat/Forestry Surveys
Record and enter data
Maintaining/organizing field house and equipment for the duration of the position.
Assisting master’s students in both Jo Daviess County (Northern Illinois) and Carbondale (Southern Illinois) as needed.
Qualifications
Ability to hike long distances in potentially harsh conditions (snow, cold, icy, hilly terrain, etc.)
Ability to carry and move equipment
Ability to navigate using GPS coordinates
Ability to work both independently and as a team.
Strong communication skills
Valid driver’s license
Turkey Acoustic Monitoring Technician
This position will include all the responsibilities of the Turkey Tagging Technician role, in addition to assisting with the Gobbling Chronology project. Specific duties include deployment, maintenance, and retrieval of autonomous recording units across Illinois, as well as processing the resulting acoustic data.
The position does not require previous experience with deployment/retrieval of ARU’s. Housing is not provided for the entire duration of the position, but we will work with you to find housing solutions.
The technician will be expected to perform most responsibilities independently and with assistance from the master’s students. Travel is required for this position; however, vehicles will be provided.
Responsibilities Include:
Assisting with ARU deployment, maintenance, and retrieval
Cleaning and sanitizing equipment upon arrival
Uploading data to external hard drives/cloud storage provided
Data processing including manual review of sound recordings
Turkey Tagging Technician responsibilities when needed
Qualifications
Ability to hike long distances in potentially harsh conditions (snow, cold, icy, hilly terrain, etc.)
Ability to navigate using GPS coordinates
Ability to carry and move equipment (i.e. ARU’s, net blasters)
Ability to work both independently and as a team.
Strong communication skills
Valid driver’s license
To apply, please email a brief cover letter, CV, and three references to lucille.cheeley@siu.edu with the subject line “Wild Turkey Technician Application.” Applicants may apply for one or both positions. Please specify your position preference in your cover letter and/or email body. Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled.
Contact Person:
Lucy Cheeley
Contact Email
lucille.cheeley@siu.edu
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.
