July 28, 2021
Biologist – Great Lakes Initiative
Ducks Unlimited is seeking an experienced wildlife biologist to support habitat conservation programs across Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin. The incumbent will become part of a highly motivated team of biologists, engineers, public policy experts, scientific researchers, and other resource professionals responsible for the protection, restoration and enhancement of priority wetland and other associated habitats as part of DU’s Great Lakes Initiative. The position will be stationed at the Great Lakes/Atlantic Regional Office in Dexter, MI.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
In collaboration with DU Regional Biologists for the Great Lakes Initiative, the primary duties and responsibilities include initiation, coordination, and delivery of public and private wetland conservation projects and other conservation activities. Project initiation includes developing relationships with public agencies, private landowners, and other conservation groups to establish and maintain successful partnerships with DU to protect, restore and enhance wetlands and associated habitats. Project delivery includes coordinating with agency partners, landowners, non-government organizations, DU engineering staff, contractors and permitting agencies to ensure timely and on-budget completion of projects. Management of program budget, negotiation of project agreements, field monitoring and data entry through DU ‘s business information systems is also required.
The Biologist will be responsible for writing funding proposals to various public agencies, foundations, corporations, and others to support conservation activities, and will also be responsible for the administration of grant awards. In addition, the incumbent will promote DU’s mission and accomplishments to DU members, volunteers, major donors, partners, elected leaders, and media contacts. The incumbent also will assist with volunteer events, major donor fundraising, public policy efforts, professional conference presentations, and the development of outreach, education, and communication pieces. Establishing and maintaining long-term successful relationships with conservation partners and funding entities is essential. This position requires frequent work out-of-doors, possibly in inclement weather, and may require physical exertion or lifting as needed. The position is predominantly office-based with frequent travel, including overnight and out of state, required.
Minimum Qualifications
* Knowledge of wetland and waterfowl ecology, natural resource conservation (including land protection), and the management of wetland and native grassland habitats.
* Knowledge of local, state, and federal conservation programs and policies (especially North American Wetlands Conservation Act, Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, and Farm Bill) used to protect and restore wetlands and grasslands.
* Demonstrated skills in written communication, public speaking and establishing good working relationships with landowners, partners, and other professional colleagues.
* Proven ability to secure grant funding, prepare funding reports, and manage detailed budgets.
* Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree (M.S. preferred) in Wildlife Biology, Ecology, or related natural resources field with at least two years of professional work experience.
To apply internally as an employee, log into https://workforcenow.adp.com with your employee credentials, click MYSELF, TALENT, CAREER CENTER and follow the prompts to APPLY. For further information regarding this position, please contact Russ Terry, Regional Biologist, at 734-623-2000 or [log in to unmask]
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