From scrispin@state.mt.us Sat Nov 25 14:13:24 2000 Received: from mxu1.u.washington.edu (mxu1.u.washington.edu [140.142.32.8]) by lists.u.washington.edu (8.9.3+UW00.05/8.9.3+UW99.09) with ESMTP id OAA82202 for ; Sat, 25 Nov 2000 14:13:23 -0800 Received: from doaisd01001.state.mt.us (doaisd01001.state.mt.us [161.7.1.78]) by mxu1.u.washington.edu (8.9.3+UW00.02/8.9.3+UW99.09) with ESMTP id OAA03563 for ; Sat, 25 Nov 2000 14:13:23 -0800 Received: by doaisd01001 with Internet Mail Service (5.5.2650.21) id ; Sat, 25 Nov 2000 15:13:22 -0700 Message-ID: <7C10AE68423AD411964100508BADC30DDCE387@doaisd02001.state.mt.us> From: "Crispin, Sue" To: "'consbio@u.washington.edu'" Subject: job posting Date: Sat, 25 Nov 2000 15:13:16 -0700 MIME-Version: 1.0 X-Mailer: Internet Mail Service (5.5.2650.21) Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT JOB TITLE: Native Species Zoologist/Program Manager Supervisor: Director, Montana Natural Heritage Program Location: Helena, Montana Date: November 20, 2000 Summary of Position: The Montana Natural Heritage Program (MTNHP) serves as the state's principle source of information on native species, habitats and landscapes of conservation significance. The Native Species Zoologist/Program Manager leads the development of information and partnerships to advance conservation of Montana's native animal species. S/He works with biologists in partner agencies and organizations to identify and rank species of concern, to assemble information on their distribution, status, and ecological requirements, and to develop effective management strategies. Primary duties include: designing, conducting and securing support for field surveys and studies of priority species/habitats; collecting and managing data in tabular and spatial formats; participating in species conservation and management planning; building collaboration with and among agencies, biologists and data contributors; developing reports and other information summaries; and providing expertise to resource managers, planners and other decision-makers. The Native Species Zoologist/ Program Manager is supervised by the Director of MTNHP, and supervises the Assistant Zoologist, part-time and seasonal employees, and contractors. This is a Nature Conservancy position established in partnership with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (MFWP), and with support from the U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management. The Montana Natural Heritage Program is operated by The Nature Conservancy in partnership with the Montana State Library. It functions as part of the Natural Resource Information System, a nationally-recognized leader in using emerging GIS and Web technologies to integrate and distribute spatial data on natural resources. (www.nris.state.mt.us/mtnhp; www.nris.state.mt.us) This position is located in Helena, the state capital. Helena lies in west-central Montana, mid-way between Glacier and Yellowstone national parks, 12 miles east of the Continental Divide, and immediately adjacent to the Helena National Forest. With a population of just under 50,000, Helena offers a small-town atmosphere with abundant cultural and recreational opportunities, including ten Wilderness areas within a three-hour drive. Duties: 1. Identify species of concern in consultation with biologists in the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks, US Forest Service, US Fish & Wildlife Service, other state and federal agencies, and the private sector, based on existing data and analysis of the status and trends of Montana's native animals. 2. Assemble and analyze information on the occurrence, habitats, biology and ecological requirements of native species of concern from biologists, reports and publications, surveys and studies, collections, and databases. Build a network of biologists who actively contribute survey and observational data on native species of concern. Develop and maintain tabular and spatial databases. 3. In consultation with major agency partners, identify priorities and develop strategies to fill key information gaps for native species of concern. Design and manage survey, monitoring and other research projects to address information gaps and guide conservation planning and on-the-ground management. Engage partners and secure funding to carry out these projects. 4. Provide information and expertise on the status, ecology and management of sensitive species and their habitats. Participate on interagency teams developing management and conservation plans for sensitive species or species assemblages. Disseminate information on species of concern through publications and presentations, both professional and popular. 5. Maintain an active network of contacts among the state's wildlife and zoology professionals, fostering information-sharing, coordinated inventory, and collaborative research on species of concern. Coordinate with other heritage network zoologists at state/provincial, regional and national levels, develop collaborative projects where appropriate, contribute data from Montana to the heritage network, and tap relevant network data for use in Montana. 6. Manage zoology grants and projects, administer and monitor their budgets, progress, and completion. Assemble and lead teams for projects that require participation from colleagues, and /or partner agencies/organizations. Work with interdisciplinary teams and lead the faunal component of landscape projects and analyses. 7. Hire and supervise staff as appropriate to fulfill obligations and objectives of the program, including the Assistant Zoologist and part-time or seasonal staff. Direct, monitor and approve work performed by contractors. Requirements: 1. Minimum of a Master's degree and four years of progressively responsible experience in zoology, wildlife biology, or related area (or equivalent education and experience). Working knowledge of the fauna of Montana and their habitats; demonstrated proficiency in field inventory, monitoring, research design and sampling methods. 2. Ability to build effective partnerships and develop relationships that span the boundaries between agencies and organizations. Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people, to work independently and as part of a team, and to create and lead teams. 3. Demonstrated ability to analyze and apply wildlife data to conservation and management, including experience with statistical analysis, spatial and relational data, habitat modeling, and adaptive management. 4. Success generating financial support for projects, preferably from a variety of sources. Demonstrated proficiency in program administration and supervision, including project budgeting and management, and in designing, implementing and successfully completing complex projects in a timely manner. 5. Willingness to travel extensively, especially during the field season, and to conduct long days of strenuous fieldwork, often under adverse conditions. Salary Range: $38,000 - $42,000 commensurate with experience. Send resume, cover letter and references to: Melony Bruhn, Montana Natural Heritage Program, Box 201800 Helena, MT 59620-1800 mbruhn@state.mt.us (406) 444-3019 This is a re-posting, and applications will be considered as they are received, until the position is filled; the preferred start date is March 1 or earlier. The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer Sue Crispin Director Montana Natural Heritage Program Box 201800 1515 E. Sixth Ave. Helena, MT 59620-1800 (406) 444-3019 Fax: 444-0581 .