Waterfowl Science Coordinator

Ducks Unlimited, Inc.•Lafayette, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ducks Unlimited, Inc. (DU), in cooperation with the Gulf Coast Joint Venture (GCJV) Management Board, is seeking a Waterfowl Science Coordinator for the GCJV. We seek a highly-motivated individual capable of working within a diverse partnership to address priority waterfowl habitat conservation in the western Gulf of America. Principal duties include coordinating conservation planning, evaluation, and research to strengthen the biological foundations of waterfowl conservation in the GCJV region, and to work collaboratively with fellow staff and partners to communicate and implement priority bird habitat conservation through the GCJV partnership.

Requirements

A Ph.D. (preferred) or M.S. in wildlife or wetland ecology or related field of study or 3–5 years of experience in resource conservation is required
Knowledge and work experience with waterfowl population management and/or habitat conservation, preferably in the Gulf Coast region
Knowledge of conservation issues and planning for other bird groups of the Gulf Coast
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, as well as a collaborative attitude, are essential

Nice To Haves

Analytical skills with R and experience with GIS or remote sensing are desired
Experience with grant proposals and fundraising for conservation programs or research projects is a plus

Responsibilities

Serve as staff specialist on technical waterfowl habitat and population issues at continental, regional, and local scales
Chair the GCJV Waterfowl Working Group to ensure GCJV activities and priorities reflect contemporary waterfowl science
Lead efforts to periodically refine GCJV waterfowl population and habitat objectives
Synthesize available science, and provide advice to partners on best management practices for priority waterfowl habitats
Coordinate the GCJV Mottled Duck Working Group and work with partners to identify and implement priority science and conservation needs for this endemic species of the Gulf Coast region
Coordinate remotely-sensed habitat monitoring efforts
Develop innovative methods to measure landscape change
Represent the GCJV on regional and continental committees related to implementation of the North American Waterfowl Management Plan
Partner with University, Federal, State, and non-profit scientists to address high priority waterfowl research needs as identified by the GCJV partnership