American Bird Conservancy is hiring a
American Bird Conservancy
Private Lands Biologist
Position Summary
Title: Private Lands Biologist
Location(s): Bellaire, MI
Reports to: American Bird Conservancy, Michigan Private Lands Forester
Term: Renewed Annually
Introduction:
American Bird Conservancy (ABC) is the Western Hemisphere's bird conservation specialist — the only organization with a single and steadfast commitment to achieving conservation results for birds and their habitats throughout the Americas. We are currently looking for a motivated, self-starting, and detail-oriented individual with wildlife habitat and forestry project management experience to join our Great Lakes team in Michigan.
This position will primarily work with private landowners, Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), and other local partners in Michigan to implement best management practices (BMPs) on non-industrial private lands for focal bird species. The Private Lands Biologist (Biologist) will work with project partners to manage for focal bird species that best represent wildlife habitat needs in various forest and other habitat types in the northern Lower Peninsula and Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
The Biologist will also assist ABC in developing and coordinating additional bird conservation initiatives to expand ABC’s presence in the region for both private and public lands. This will include, but is not limited to, assisting the Forestry for Michigan Birds initiative, assisting private landowners with accessing cost share opportunities with NRCS and other federal and state programs, assisting with ABC collaborative forest habitat projects, promoting ABC and its various programs, and assisting with grant preparation and reporting.
Primary Duties:
The Private Lands Biologist’s main duties will be targeted within identified focal areas in the northern Michigan. Specific duties include:
Work with NRCS District Conservationists to implement existing and future contracted practices to advance forest health outcomes (this will encompass approximately 60% of the Biologist’s responsibilities). This will include but not be limited to:
Provide outreach and education to private landowners; technical service providers (TSPs); NGOs; and local, state and federal agency staff on habitat and focal species BMPs through workshops, trainings, meetings, etc.
Assist ABC and other partners with the Forestry for Michigan Birds effort by conducting meetings or workshops and promoting the ongoing initiative.
Develop strong relationships with non-profit, agency, local government, and industry partners to expand collaborative conservation opportunities that advance bird conservation strategies.
Identify and communicate with contractors capable of completing forest/habitat management treatments to continue developing a growing referral list for landowners.
Work with ABC Finance and Development staff to prepare and submit grant reports. Monitor and track project activities using an electronic database and GIS to ensure proper reporting.
Assist ABC Development staff with preparing and reviewing fundraising proposals and assist with preparation of new funding/grant agreements and sub-awards.
Position Requirements:
Benefits:
If you have trouble submitting an application, please send your cover letter and resume as one document to HR@abcbirds.org
*Resumes are reviewed on a rolling basis; as are interviews. The final interviews are being conducted the week of May 22.
At American Bird Conservancy, we believe that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills makes us more effective. We are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive work environment for all of our employees.
As an equal opportunity employer, ABC is committed to ensuring that employees and applicants for employment have equal opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor unrelated to the requirements of the position.