Job Information
Colorado State University Wildlife Biologist in Hurlburt Field, Florida
Job Description
Position Summary
The Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) at Colorado State University is hiring a Wildlife Biologist to support natural resource management at Hurlburt Field, a U.S. Air Force installation in Florida. This position serves as a liaison with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and coordinates conservation and habitat management projects aligned with Air Force stewardship goals.
CEMML supports sustainable resource management on Department of Defense and other public lands through applied science and collaboration. Hurlburt Field encompasses 6,700 acres in Okaloosa County, Florida, supporting diverse ecosystems and mission readiness through proactive, collaborative natural resource management. To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/
Qualified candidates may be eligible for reimbursement of reasonable relocation expenses.
Essential Job Duties:
Lead species monitoring and habitat restoration efforts for federally listed species.
Develop management prescriptions to support species conservation and habitat improvement.
Oversee invasive species control activities and ensure effective implementation.
Coordinate habitat restoration projects with partner agencies, contractors, and other stakeholders.
Support INRMP updates, and regulatory coordination and permit reporting
Maintain GIS and biological databases and produce technical reports
Prepare and administer briefings and presentations to Air Force and USFWS leadership
Other related duties
Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for all new hires).
Must be able to comply with all applicable regulations to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) and public trust clearance. Furthermore, candidates are required at a minimum to complete a NACI/SF85 and successfully pass a federal background check to remain eligible for employment by CSU. Additional information regarding eligibility and qualification requirements can be foundHERE (https://www.nationalsecuritylawfirm.com/navigating-cac-card-issues/#::text=Background%20Checks%3A%20Certain%20applicants%E2%80%94especially,denial%20of%20a%20CAC%20card.) .
Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the proposed start date.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Supervision:
None
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology, ecology, natural resources, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in wildlife monitoring and management.
Minimum 2 years of project management or lead biologist experience.
Experience working in southeastern U.S. ecosystems, especially wetland and flatwoods habitats
Professional experience conducting field surveys for federally listed species found at Hurlburt Field such as red-cockaded woodpecker, reticulated flatwoods salamander, bog frogs, and/or federally listed bat species
Proficiency with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS) and database management.
Ability to work independently in remote field conditions and coordinate with diverse stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in wildlife biology, ecology, or related field.
Experience working with USFWS, on military installations, or with other federal land management agencies.
Experience complying with and preparing compliance documents for federal environmental regulations (e.g., ESA, NEPA, Sikes Act).
Experience with prescribed fire planning or implementation.
Author or Co-author of relevant publications on species or habitats found in the region.
Salary Range
$72000-$85000
Required Application Documents
To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Cover Letter, Resume/CV
Employee Benefits
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Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
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