[Ecoed] Job Announcement

[Laura Heady]

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Biodiversity Educator, Hudsonia Ltd.

Hudsonia Ltd., a nonprofit scientific research institute, is seeking a  
biologist to fill a Biodiversity Educator position. Candidate must be  
familiar with northeastern U.S. flora and fauna, have sound knowledge  
of conservation biology concepts, have excellent writing, teaching,  
public speaking, and interpersonal skills, and have well-organized  
work habits. Candidate must have an advanced degree, or else a  
Bachelor?s degree with at least three years relevant professional  
experience. Responsibilities include developing educational materials,  
recruiting for and conducting biodiversity education programs for land  
use decision-makers, making public presentations, conducting program  
evaluation and administration, and interacting with agency partners,  
collaborators, and funding sources. Candidate must have personal  
vehicle for travel to work sites, and must be able to conduct field  
work alone on foot year-round. Experience with GIS, and with map  
analysis and air photo interpretation for predicting occurrence of  
biological resources, and knowledge of land use planning for  
conservation are preferred. Candidate must be able to work  
independently, and to work closely with other staff in a small  
organization. Hudsonia is a non-advocacy, public interest  
organization, and an Equal Opportunity Employer; minorities and women  
are encouraged to apply. Send letter, resume, three scientific or  
technical writing samples, and names and contact information for at  
least three professional or academic references to: Gretchen Stevens,  
Hudsonia Ltd., PO Box 5000, Annandale, NY 12504, or e-mail to  
stevens at bard.edu. Closing date: 15 December 2006 or when position is  
filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.