Job Opportunities

Job Posting:

Hatchery Technician

Job Description:

As a Hatchery Technician, you will play a key role in the cultivation and care of oyster larvae and seed, helping ensure strong healthy production from the very start

• Maintain and Monitor Oyster larvae and juvenile stocks
• Assist with spawning,feeding and tank management
• Monitor water quality and hatchery Systems, clean and maintain equipment and facilities
• Record data and support daily hatchery

Qualifications:

• Interest in aquaculture, marine biology or related field
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

• Ability to work in a hands on, outdoor/industrial environment

• Reliable and team oriented

What we Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Hands-on experience in a growing aquaculture business
• Opportunity for advancement
• Work in a unique coastal environment

Please send your resume to:

doug@isledauphineoyster.com 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 

 

 

Job Posting: Fisheries Biologist

 

Job Description:

The role combines at-sea survey work on NOAA vessels with lab work identifying, sorting, and measuring invertebrate zooplankton from SEAMAP samples, along with data entry and QA/QC.

Job Qualifications:

The ideal candidate has an MS in marine science or a related field, or a BS with three years of relevant experience, and hands-on experience identifying Gulf zooplankton. The position is on-site in Pascagoula with a starting salary of $50,000, plus full benefits.

Please send a copy fo your resume to: darby.m-brown@riverfrontservicesinc.com

Job Posting: IMLS Scholar- Bear Research

Job Description:

The IMLS Scholar position offers an exceptional, immersive training opportunity for ambitious early-career scientists who are driven to excel in conservation science and wildlife research. The successful candidate will be instrumental in achieving the goals of an IMLS grant-funded project which aims to support the efforts of CREW’s Polar Bear Signature Project (https://cincinnatizoo.org/conservation/crew/polar-bear/). Current activities focus on developing and validating physiological monitoring tools and techniques that will both improve management of zoo bears and enhance conservation of wild bear species. The successful candidate will work alongside and be mentored by CREW scientists (primarily Dr. Liz Brammer-Robbins, Dr. Erin Curry, and Brandon Edwards) focusing on sloth bear fecal hormone analysis and assisting with extracellular vesicle protein analysis for pregnancy detection in a model species. Scholars will receive rigorous training in laboratory techniques, physiological monitoring methods, and cutting-edge research approaches. Training may be tailored to the individual’s skillset and aptitude, as well as current project goals. Although CREW is located on the grounds of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, the duties associated with this role will be performed primarily in a laboratory or at a computer, with minimal direct animal interactions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Process fecal, blood,urine, and other biological samples with precision and accuracy
• Conduct steroid hormone extractions and perform hormone assays (EIAs).
• Conduct scientific literature reviews to support new and ongoing research
• Maintain sample inventories and ensure proper data management
• Support general laboratory operations, including equipment upkeep and cleanliness
• Participate in additional research or operational task as needed
• Participate in a week-long cross-training experience at a partnering zoological research facility to broaden professional exposure to wildlife studies. (Must be willing to travel)

Job Qualifications: This fellowship-style opportunity is open to recent graduates and graduate students pursuing a career in wildlife biology, conservation, or endangered species research. Candidates from underrepresented groups and first-generation college graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a related field, such as biology, animal science, zoology, or wildlife conservation;
• Completed coursework in the areas of physiology, reproduction, and/or endocrinology;
• Eager to learn with an outstanding work ethic and passionate about pursuing a career in wildlife conservation;
• Extremely detail-oriented and organized;
• Able to multi-task, work independently and anticipate project needs;
• Should be comfortable working with fecal samples on a regular basis;
• Must be competent with Microsoft Excel and Word;
• Prompt and reliable in the areas of attendance and performance;
• Able to work well and communicate effectively with CREW scientists, zoo staff, interns, volunteers, students, and the general public;
• Available and willing to commit to the duration of the internship.

For more information on this job please visit Cincinnati Zoo

 

Job Posting: Gulf Permit Tracker Coordinator

 

Job Description: 

The Gulf Permit Tracker Coordinator is a new Healthy Gulf position. They will be responsible for launching the new Gulf Permit Tracker web application, which will allow an easy way for the public to find and take action on environmental permits in their region of Louisiana. It will also allow community partners to utilize other mechanisms to let their neighbors know about polluting companies in the area. The Coordinator will work with partner organizations and staff to fully utilize the tracker, while engaging with the Senior Policy Director and contractors on how the tool is being used and how to improve it.

 

Job Responsibilities:

• Work with community and organizational partners to support their use of the Gulf Permit Tracker 
• Learn and become an expert in the Gulf Permit Tracker
• Outreach to Healthy Gulf members and affected communities to mobilize them to submit comments, attend hearings or meetings, and act as standing witnesses
• Review environmental permits including air, water, wetland, and injection well permits in Louisiana
• Working with staff and partner organizations to troubleshoot any issues that might reveal themselves with the Gulf Permit Tracker
• Support other staff to use the Gulf Permit Tracker in their campaigns
• Work with contractors to address new functionality, bugs, and improvements to the Gulf Permit Tracker tool
• Work with staff and partners in order to transform web tools into community power
• Track how the Gulf Permit Tracker is being used and how it improved public participation in the public comment process in Louisiana
• Work with partners to organize trainings, convenings, and presentations
• Utilize our advocacy software, social media, and website to mobilize our grassroots supporters to take action, coordinated through the Communications Director
• Work with local partners to identify emerging coastal issues that need to be addressed
• Assist Healthy Gulf staff with fundraising efforts including, but not limited to grant applications, grant reports, and acting as a Healthy Gulf representative at fundraising events
• Participate with and contribute to Healthy Gulf’s continuing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice journey
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

• At least three years experience in the environmental/social justice field
• Demonstrated ability to work with community and organizational partners
• Experience managing relationships with diverse partners and stakeholders.with the ability to navigate difficult interpersonal situations
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and communicate about computer/web based applications (programming ability not required)
• Passion for bringing technology to communities that will help them fight polluters in their areas
• Experience working alongside diverse communities
• Ability to express patience when working with individuals that have difficulty using computer-based applications
• Experience working and living in Gulf Communities
• Knowledge and curiosity regarding different environmental issues impacting Louisiana and the Gulf States, including air pollution, water pollution, and wetland destruction
• Self-motivated, well organized, attentive to details, and focused 
• Commitment to racial justice, anti-racism, and Healthy Gulf’s values
• Experience working in a team and with external partners to develop and implement joint strategies
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, Google Workplace, and Zoom
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Candidate must have a valid driver’s license

To apply, submit the following to jobs@healthygulf.org with “Gulf Permit Tracker-Louisiana Coordinator” in the subject:

Job Posting: Coastal Biologist-Texas General Land Officer

 

Job Description:

The Texas General Land Office is seeking a Natural Resource Specialist I (Coastal Biologist) within the Coastal Field Operations Department of the agency.
Performs routine (journey-level) natural resources work for Coastal Field Operations. Work involves conducting management, protection, preservation, or utilization of natural resources work. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

 

 

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepares routine written field reports and other compliance forms on proposed/existing projects involving piers, docks, cabins, habitat creation, dredging, fill, pipeline installation or removal, commercial projects, etc., on state-owned submerged land as assigned by Manager/Director in a timely fashion.  Including researching historic files as needed. Responsible for the follow-up of the outstanding file list on a weekly basis. Keeps Manager/ Director informed of any problems associated with these projects on a weekly basis.
• Conducts routine field inspections to evaluate natural resources on proposed or existing projects on state owned land for new and compliance purposes. This includes: piers, docks, marinas, dredging, fill, pipeline installation or removal, cabins, or natural hazards, etc., on state-owned land as assigned by Manager / Director. This also includes coordination of on-site inspections with applicants, agents, and government agencies regarding proposed, existing, or unauthorized projects located on state land.
• Evaluates and negotiates project design with applicants and agents in order to avoid or minimize impacts to the state¿s natural resources and bring structures into compliance with GLO guidelines and policies. This involves coordination with various resource agencies at the state and federal level.
• Works with state and federal agencies, other entities, including stakeholders, to provide technical assistance, subject matter expertise, guidance, and education in requested natural resource agency workgroups and other meetings as directed.
• Performs review of US Army Corps of Engineers documents for coastal projects to determine any needed GLO authorizations. Provide correspondence to USACE regarding GLO requirements for projects to comply with State guidelines.

Job Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in natural or physical science, environmental studies, or a related field. 
• Education and experience may be substituted for one another.
• Experience performing field data collection, evaluations, inspections, or surveys to determine the impact on natural resources. 
• Experience providing technical assistance and research for natural resources programs.
• Experience researching and preparing technical reports, permits, and papers.
• Familiarity with the Texas coast waterbodies, coastlines, habitats, and ecology. 
• Experience in trailering and operating outboard motor boats in Texas bay systems or comparable environments. 
• Experience with aerial photography or map-based programs, such as Google Earth and/or web-based GIS viewers.
• Experience interpreting and/or applying rules, statues and/or policies, or familiar with Federal and/or State permitting/leasing process. 
• Experience providing policy and procedure information to the public or customers. 
• Experience operating capital equipment such as trucks and tablet devices.   
• Experience with coastal studies that address resiliency, erosion, subsidence, sea-level changes, restoration, and/or other similar factors.

The Deadline to apply is October 31, 2026 application attached here

Job Posting: Fish and Wilidlife Biologist

 

Job Description: 

You will serve as a Fish and Wildlife Biologist , within the Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service with Region 7, Marine Mammals Management Office, duty location Anchorage, Alaska.

 

Job Responsibilities:

As a Fish and Wildlife Biologist your duties will include but are not limited to the following:

• Coordinates and facilitates activities pursuant to the Marine Mammals Protection Act. Writes Incidental Take Authorizations under the Marine Mammals Protection Act
• Provides guidance to, and directs and evaluates the work of, journey level and other lower-graded biologists in matters pertinent to areas of special expertise.
• Acts as technical advisor to other Field Office staff on northern sea otters, polar bears and Pacific walrus. Consults with staff in preparation of mitigation measures and conservation recommendations.
• Coordinates wide ranging initiatives involving other Federal and state agencies, organizations, and the public.
• Plans, investigates, conducts, and reviews on-site ecological investigations on a wide variety of the most complex and diverse Federal land and water resource development proposals to determine their effects on fish and wildlife resources, with special emphasis on polar bears, Pacific walrus and northern sea otters in Alaska.

Job Qualifications:

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-11/04/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement.

To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST state either "full-time" (or "40 hours a week") or "part-time" with the number of hours worked per week to ensure proper crediting of specialized experience. Failure to adequately provide information needed to determine number of hours worked in each position may result in that time not being credited when evaluating qualifying experience. For periods of time that reflect military service, the DD-214 or Statement of Service is sufficient to meet the full and/or part-time hours requirement as the service dates will be reflected.

Minimum Qualification Requirements: To qualify for this position, you must meet the following minimum qualifications:

Basic Educational Requirement AND Specialized Experience for the series to which you are applying.

Basic Educational Requirements: In addition to the specialized experience requirements for this position, you must meet at least one of the following:

• A. Degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. You must submit transcripts.
• B. Combination of education and experience that includes coursework equivalent to a major (e.g., 24 semester/36 quarter hours or school equivalent) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines as shown in A above, PLUS appropriate experience or additional education. This combination of education and experience is comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of a full 4-year course of study with a major in the appropriate field as described in A above

AND

Specialized Experience:

To qualify for this position at the GS-11 grade level:

Minimum Qualifications [GS-11]:
One year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience: (1) conducting investigations of moderate complexity to determine the impact of various land and water development projects upon the fish and/or wildlife resources of an area; (2) assisting in developing comprehensive fish and/or wildlife management plans; (3) assisting in preparing and reviewing biological implications of environmental assessment/impact statements or comprehensive resource planning reports to evaluate environmental consequences of proposed actions; (4) implementing federal environmental laws (i.e., Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act; Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act; National Environmental Policy Act; Marine Mammal Protection Act), regulations, and policies involving natural resource issues. You must include hours per week worked.
OR
Three years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a discipline directly related to the position.
OR
A combination of specialized experience and graduate education as described above that, when combined, equals 100% of the total requirement.

To qualify for this position at the GS-12 grade level:

Minimum Qualifications [GS-12]:
One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service performing work in or directly related to the position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience: (1) implementing conservation strategies, recovery plans, or risk analyses pursuant to federal environmental laws (i.e., Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act; Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act; National Environmental Policy Act; Marine Mammal Protection Act), regulations, and policies involving natural resource issues; (2) providing technical leadership with actions and restoration initiatives in estuarine systems regarding threatened and endangered species; (3) analyzing and coordinating the development of endangered species conservation initiatives in coordination with other agencies (Federal, state, local), organizations, and the public; (4) preparing and reviewing written correspondence, reports, or papers on natural resource impacts for publication based on literature, observations made, and investigations results; (5) conducting risk assessments related to potential management- or development-related impacts to habitats of threatened and endangered species. You must include hours per week worked.

 The Deadline to apply is November 04, 2026 please see the application attached here