[Hiring] Biologist @Ducks Unlimited, Inc.

Role Description

Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the world’s leading wetland and waterfowl conservation organization, seeks a highly motivated biologist to join our Great Lakes Initiative Team. As a DU Biologist, you will work with a team of biologists, engineers, and land protection professionals to identify, develop, fund, and implement coastal and inland wetland restoration, enhancement, and protection projects across Ohio to support DU’s waterfowl and wetlands conservation mission.

If you have a passion for wetlands, and the waterfowl and wildlife species that they support, and want to actively contribute to conservation that makes a lasting impact on the environment, then this is the job for you!

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Work closely with DU staff, conservation partners, landowners, and funding agencies to advance the conservation of wetland and associated upland habitats.
• Coordinate with both internal and external stakeholders to establish priorities and identify new wetland conservation projects.
• Plan and implement multi-program responsibilities, including private and public land programs with a primary focus on coastal wetland restoration/enhancement.
• Develop, coordinate, and implement wetland projects on both public and private lands.
• Lead all aspects of wetland restoration planning, project development, and implementation, including:
  • Identification and coordination with partners and landowners.
  • Identifying/applying for funding.
  • Mapping and site assessment.
  • Assisting our engineering team with restoration design.
  • Permitting and implementation oversight.
  • Contract management and project accounting.
  • Partner coordination and reporting.
• Collaborate and coordinate with agency partners and other stakeholder groups as well as DU biological and engineering staff, consultants, and regulatory agencies to ensure timely and on-budget delivery of projects.
• Develop/maintain relationships with conservation partners including municipalities, state and federal agencies, NGOs, and private landowners.
• Write, submit, and administer grants and funding proposals to various agencies, foundations, corporations, and other sources to secure project funds for habitat conservation work.
• Collaborate with DU’s science and development teams and conservation partners to develop and manage habitat conservation programs.
• Work with relevant staff to build and implement an effective, sustainable conservation program.
• Collaborate with DU’s Ecosystem Services team to identify and advance nature-based solutions for wetland and community resilience.
• Represent DU on various working groups, committees, partnerships, and task forces.
• Coordinate with DU staff regarding public outreach, media needs, program operations, budget management, and fundraising strategies.
• Other duties as assigned that advance the mission of Ducks Unlimited.

This is a full-time, salaried position. Working hours will be a balance of office and field work, with the approximate allocation dependent on scheduling, seasonal priorities, and other factors. The position is predominantly office-based but does require periods of travel including overnight and out-of-state trips.

This position will report to the Director of Conservation Programs for the Great Lakes Initiative. This position is remote work eligible for candidates residing in Ohio with a preferred location in the Great Lakes Atlantic Regional Office in Dexter, MI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Wildlife Biology, Ecology, Environmental Sciences, or related natural resources field with 3-5+ years of directly related experience.
• Experience writing funding proposals and managing grants.
• Strong background in wetland ecology and management with an emphasis on restoration, waterfowl, and other wetland dependent birds.
• Detail oriented and well organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and budgets.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, grounded in a commitment to collaboration.
• Confidence to create strong relationships with staff, volunteers, and community members.
• Proficiency in GIS (ArcGIS Online, ArcPro, and Field Maps) and familiarity with state and Federal wetland conservation programs, policies, and laws is preferred.

Benefits

• Salary will be based on experience and education.
• Comprehensive group medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, including spouse and dependent coverage.
• Three weeks paid vacation, paid sick leave, and ten paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan (including partial employer match).
• Tuition reimbursement.

Company Description

DUCKS UNLIMITED, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, military status, disability, age, or genetic information.