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Our mission is to reduce the impact of invasive plant species in the Midwest

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Early Detection & Rapid Response

MIPN Jobs Postings

Invasives Coordinator - Arlington County, VA

Visit: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/arlington/default.cfm for information and application instructions. Scroll down to "Landscape Specialist" position.

07/22

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Ecologist-Land Stewardship, Indy Parks and Recreation, Indianapolis, IN

Position is responsible for working to improve and restore natural areas within the accepted restoration guidelines as outlined by the Senior Ecologist. Incumbent works in the field for extended periods of time doing invasive species control with chemical application. Incumbent is also responsible for collecting data in the field and doing preparation and archival of data and information for accurate data stewardship.

For more information and instructions on how to apply, visit: www.indy.gov/eGov/City/Controller/HR/Employment/Job/Pages/JobOpportunities.aspx and click on "Ecologist - Land Stewardship

07/9

Supervisor, Sweetwater County Weed & Pest Control District - Wyoming

Download job description and instructions on how to apply.

07/02

Restoration Ecologist - Lake County Forest Preserve, Lake County, IL

The Restoration Ecologist provides planning assistance for the day-to-day operations in the inventory, assessment and management of the District's natural resources. Responsible for ecological management and restoration of forest preserve lands, with an emphasis on flora, fauna, and natural communities using a well-developed knowledge of Midwest natural communities and natural history, and ecological principles. Acts as project manager coordinating restoration, inventory, and assessment projects for forest preserve holdings.

EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in ecology, botany, resource management or related field. Two years experience working with natural communities of the Midwest region, methods for restoration and management of natural and degraded ecosystems, monitoring of restoration activities, and inventory and monitoring of flora and fauna. Proficient in the preparation of restoration plans and management schedules. Ability to utilize computers for collection and analysis of data, including familiarity with GIS systems. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Interest in Forest Preserve employment should be indicated by submitting a resume and salary history as well as a completed Forest Preserve Employment Application.

Download the Employment Application in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF), request one by email, or pick one up at our General Offices.

Completed applications should be returned to:

Lake County Forest Preserve District
Human Resources Department
2000 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Libertyville, IL 60048
847/367-6640.

06/25

Research Botanist, NatureServe, Arlington, VA

NatureServe, an international nonprofit conservation organization, is seeking a Research Botanist to join its team of scientists. This is a full-time position located in Arlington, Virginia. The Research Botanist assesses and reviews the conservation status of rare North American plants and contributes to a diverse array of projects and analyses that use this information to influence conservation decisions. Frequent clients/partners include U.S. and Canadian Federal land management agencies, as well as more local conservation groups and university-based conservation researchers.

The ideal candidate will have a M.S. in botany or in biology/ecology with a botanical emphasis, at least one year of experience working in a botanical field, a working knowledge of some portion of the North American flora, knowledge of systematic concepts, and excellent research and communication skills.

NatureServe's mission-focused, collaborative atmosphere motivates staff to contribute their best efforts to make a positive impact on some of the world's most pressing environmental issues. We offer a competitive nonprofit benefits package that includes a 401(k) savings and retirement plan with matching contributions; health and dental insurance; short and long-term disability; annual and sick leave; and life insurance.

NatureServe is located in Arlington, Virginia just outside Washington, D.C., in a location easily accessible by foot, bike, or public transportation. If you would like to pursue a career in plant conservation that makes a tangible difference, please go to http://www.natureserve.org/aboutUs/jobs/researchBotanist.jsp for detailed information about this job, the organization, and how to apply.

06/03

Recruiting for EnviroCorps Members - Conservation Biology Experience

Through the auspices of the national Americorps program, the Elkhart Envirocorps has a team of 15 to 20 members who do environmental service projects for one to two years. Three to five of those crew members are chosen to work directly with The Nature Conservancy, traveling around the state to Conservancy preserves and being trained in prescribed fire, invasive species control, and all kinds of other preserve management skills.

A few positions are open now, and more will open up in July. Often the members are students who have decided to take a year off from college to get more experience before continuing with graduate work, but people of any age are eligible. Please forward this on to anyone you think might be interested, and print/post where possible applicants might see it. Download the pdf file for instructions on who to contact to apply.

For more information, contact MIPN via e-mail: Info at MIPN.org