Range Conservation Scientist – Milnesand, NM
CEHMM a 501(c)3 non-profit conservation and environmental services organization, is seeking a full-time Range Conservation Scientist to assist in the management of candidate conservation programs for the lesser prairie chicken and dunes sagebrush lizard. Perform duties in support of habitat restoration, habitat assessments, research development, and outreach.
The Range Conservation position is a permanent full-time position located in Milnesand, NM, reporting to the Conservation District II Project Manager. The Range Scientist will accomplish a wide variety of tasks including but not limited to:
- Routine assistance to senior staff.
- Develop, implement, or administer plans for livestock grazing operations, rangeland habitat analyses and enhancements, rangeland improvements, wildlife habitat protection and improvement, watershed protection and improvement.
- Provide technical assistance and guidance to landowners/ranchers for grazing systems, range improvements, and wildlife management.
- Work with federal and state land management agencies to identify rangeland health needs, provide assistance with grazing permit compliance, and collect and analyze data.
- Study forage plants and their growth requirements to determine varieties best suited to particular range.
- Study rangeland management practices and research range problems to provide sustained production of forage, livestock, and wildlife.
- Study grazing patterns to determine number and kind of livestock that can be most profitably grazed and to determine the best grazing seasons.
- Identify and develop rangeland improvement projects.
- Conduct vegetation, soil, hydrological condition and trend surveys and analysis.
- Collect field samples, monitor experiments, make observations, calculate and record results.
- Compile, prepare, analyze, and manage survey data.
- Construct and repair habitat improvement structures.
- Produce maps using GIS equipment.
- Assure compliance with government regulations and habitat protection.
- Keep accurate and complete records.
- Assist with preparation of technical reports and scientific papers.
- Adhere to correct procedures and health and safety guidelines.
- Various other projects and duties as assigned.
The salary range for this position is $58,656 - $90,000 per year depending on experience. CEHMM offers a very relaxed work environment with flexible schedules, competitive compensation, benefits including 401K, quality insurance options, relocation reimbursement, education reimbursement, and clothing allowance.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in range science, wildlife biology, or a related field.
- Five years’ experience or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license
- Able to lift and carry 50 lbs.
Preferred
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with landowners and partner agencies.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision and with diverse clientele.
- Knowledge of range science and wildlife, including the ability to develop grazing plans and wildlife habitat management.
- Experience in rangeland inventory, plant identification, and grazing management planning.
- Knowledge of proper survey techniques.
- Ability to collect field samples, including plants and animals.
- Ability to understand directives from supervisors and perform the duties required in an acceptable manner.
- Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees and business contacts.
- Knowledge of safe work practices.
- Team player who is punctual, environmentally conscious, and motivated.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Organizational and analytical skills.
To apply please send cover letter, resume and references to CEHMM, 505 N. Main St., Carlsbad, NM 88220, or e-mail to info@cehmm.org or contact person amy.marquez@cehmm.org with the subject Range Conservation Scientist. CEHMM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
