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Florida Natural Resource Leadership Institute Alumni AssociationResolving Conflict through Leadership! June 04 Snail Kite CoordinatorFlorida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Division: Habitat and Species Conservation Section: Species Conservation Planning Pay: $24.26/hr; $1941/biweekly Location: Kissimmee, FL Position Description: This is a full-time, year round OPS position with no benefits. The incumbent serves as the statewide snail kite coordinator and must maintain a familiarity with snail kite research, management, conservation projects, techniques and issues. Responsible for coordinating snail kite management and conservation activities within the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and with entities external to the FWC. Responsible for handling other species and habitat issues as assigned by the Section Leader or supervisor and other miscellaneous duties. Job Duties: Serves as snail kite expert; identifies snail kite research needs and disseminates research findings within FWC, develops and coordinates implementation of management actions; develops outreach and communication products; develops study designs; and develops and initiates monitoring programs. Represents FWC at meetings and conferences and develops and maintains effective communications between the units within the FWC. Acts as a liaison and builds effective partnerships with other agencies and private institutions to accomplish management objectives. Works directly with FWC’s Aquatic Habitat Management and Invasive Plant Management Sections to coordinate snail kite management with aquatic habitat management . Produces manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications and in-house reports as appropriate; obtains grant funding as appropriate. Will require some overnight travel. Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in biology, wildlife science, policy, or related field. A Master’s or Ph.D. is preferred. Experience: At least four years of related experience (field work, research, coordination across work units, etc.). How to Apply: Send cover letter, CV or resume, and three references to Robin.Boughton@myfwc.com Applications accepted through June 19, 2009. Position will begin in early July. April 20 Trail Crews Coordinator positionFlorida Trail Association Position Announcement Title: Trail Crews Coordinator
Location: Florida National Scenic Trail field office, Tallahassee, FL. The field office is co-located with the National Forests in Florida.
Reports to: Trail Program Planner
Summary: The person in this position coordinates the activities of the trail crews for the Florida Trail Association. This position coordinates all aspects for multiple trail crews including, but not limited to supervision, management, administration, planning, and technical oversight of volunteer trail crew-related trail construction and conservation projects. Demonstrated experience in timber construction, ability to read design plans and proficiency in tool use and maintenance is required. The Trail Crews Coordinator utilizes both office and field time to accomplish tasks with extensive travel for long periods of time throughout the state of Florida, especially from September through April. Independent backcountry travel is necessary at times.
Educational Requirements: Bachelor's degree or comparable experience in a similar position.
Qualifications:
Responsibilities: The Trail Crews Coordinator is a member of a team of individuals linked in their shared commitment to the mission and vision of the Florida Trail Association and to the grassroots volunteers who build and maintain the Florida Trail. Specific areas of responsibility include:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Salary and Benefits:
FTA offers a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes individual and family health insurance options and retirement plans.
To Apply: Please send a cover letter stating interest and qualifications, resume, samples of work (or website where your portfolio can be viewed) and the names and contact information for three references to:
Kent L. Wimmer, AICP Florida National Scenic Trail Liaison Florida Trail Association 325 John Knox Road, F-100 Tallahassee, FL 32303-4160
Electronic application preferred. Submit to: kwimmer@fs.fed.us
Applications accepted: 17 April 2009 through 18 May 2009.
April 10 Sr. Land Use SpecialistSr. Land Use Specialist Southwest Florida Water Management District Job Summary: This is professional work encompassing a variety of responsibilities related to the administration of public-use activities on District-owned lands. Responsible for the implementation and administration of the District's public recreation program. Evaluates the feasibility of land-use proposals for compatibility with land-use policy. Oversees the Land Resources recreation and volunteer program. Assists in development, formulation and implementation of land use and management plans; in negotiating and formulating land use/management agreements; and in monitoring agreement compliance. Assists in developing the section budget. Participates in District emergency management activities and other departmental activities and performs other duties as needed. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, recreation planning, or related field and four years' related experience in the use, management, and protection of public lands, program management, contract management and negotiations, or other related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required. Possession of a valid driver license is required. Supplemental education and experience in public land recreation management, and experience involving conservation or land-use issues, are preferred. Salary Range: $42,224.00 - $53,435.20 - $64,625.60 Apply for position #0577 at www.watermatters.org. This position closes on April 13, 2009. Applications must be submitted before 5pm on this date. Senior Biologist in Osceola CountyWe have a job opening for a Senior Biologist in Osceola County (description below). Please help us to advertise this position by forwarding this message to those who may be interested. To apply for this job, go to http://www.osceola.org/index.cfm?lsFuses=JobApp/Jobs/Detail&sJobID=PS100866 Osceola County Job Vacancy: Job Title: SENIOR BIOLOGIST Department: AGRICULTURAL CENTER Job ID: PS100866 Job Code: SRBIO Pay Grade: 10 Overtime Status: EXEMPT Salary: $ 21.58 - $ 31.54 per Hour Posted Date: 04/01/2009 Closing Date: 05/01/2009
Job Description Reports To: EXTENSION OFFICE DIRECTOR
Major Function: This is a grant funded position with funding from October 1, 2006 through September 30, 2010.
Essential Job Functions: (Note: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must be able to relate well to scientists, stakeholders and other staff. Clear understanding of scientific methods and research procedures. Demonstrated abilities in oral and written communications required. Demonstrate good organizational skills. Must be able to work effectively as a member of the Extension team. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, or Aquatic Plant Management, Limnology or a related field, from an accredited college or university with field experience in invasive plant/species biology. Salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience. Must be proficient in use of Microsoft Office suite of software, internet and e-mail. Prefer experience in aquatic plant research and use of GIS. Possession of a minimum of a valid Class E Driver’s License. Obtain a restricted use pesticide applicators license within 3 months of employment.
Physical Demand Requirements: Physical Demand: Medium
Apply online at http://www.osceola.org/index.cfm?lsFuses=JobApp/Jobs/Detail&sJobID=PS100866 March 17 MEMBERS NEEDED ON ADVISORY COMMITTEENEWS RELEASE United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service National Forests in Florida 325 John Knox Road, Suite F-100 Tallahassee, FL 32303
For Immediate Release Contact: Denise Rains Office: (850) 523-8568
MEMBERS NEEDED ON ADVISORY COMMITTEE
TALLAHASSEE, March 3, 2009— The Forest Service and five Florida counties are seeking candidates to fill vacancies on a resource advisory committee (RAC) created under the Secure Rural Schools Act reauthorized by Congress in late 2008. The proposed RAC covers Marion, Liberty, Wakulla, Baker, and Columbia counties. Current vacancies on the Florida RAC include seats representing the following interests listed in the Secure Rural School Act and reauthorized by Congress in 2008:
Under the law, the 15 committee members are divided into three groups, and each member represents a particular set of interests. Committee members serve four-year terms. The committee develops and recommends projects that benefit national forest land in the affected counties, monitors the projects, and provides advice to the Forest Service. Project examples include environmental awareness camps, road paving in campgrounds, non-native invasive plant control, reducing hazardous fuel buildup, and purchasing equipment and supplies to support work. Project funding can also be used to leverage grant dollars and collaboration with partners, such as federal and state agencies and non-profit organizations. The Florida committee will have about $220,000 to work with in this coming year. “We’re looking for people with energy and commitment to the long-term benefit of our national forests, who also are interested in working with a diverse array of interests represented on the committee,” said Susan Matthews, Forest Supervisor, for the three National Forests in Florida. The Secure Rural Schools law gives states and counties payments for the next four years, tied to the amount of national forest land in the county and other factors. Counties designate a portion of the funds to projects reviewed by the RAC. Any Florida resident interested in serving on the committee must complete an application form that will be used for a required background check. Applications are available online at http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/florida/. Printed, signed applications are due by the end of March. Mail them to Denise Rains, Attn: Florida RAC, Forest Service, 325 John Knox Road, Suite F-100, Tallahassee, Florida, 32303. There is no pay for committee members, but they can be reimbursed for travel expenses to meetings. For more information, call Denise Rains, the National Forests in Florida public affairs officer, at (850) 523-8568, or email her at drains@fs.fed.us, or visit http://www.fs.fed.us/srs/. -30- |
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