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Positions Open as of August 2026
Conservation Specialist
Minimum requirement: Master’s degree in ecological restoration, forestry, ecology, environmental science, natural resources management, wildlife biology, or a closely related field, OR B.S. in one of these fields with 2 years substantial and in-depth, directly related training and work experience.
Minimum requirement: Master’s degree in ecological restoration, forestry, ecology, environmental science, natural resources management, wildlife biology, or a closely related field, OR B.S. in one of these fields with 2 years substantial and in-depth, directly related training and work experience.
Experience: One (1) year experience in engaging diverse audiences, e.g. youth programming, community advocacy and/or environmental education; Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Salary range: $58,656.00 – $65,000.00 Salary
Minimum requirement: BS in a natural resources field or equivalent experienceand familiarity with ecological monitoring
Experience: At least 2 field seasons’ experience on a field crew.
Travel required.
Salary range: $50,523.20 – $59,000.00 DOE
Requires BS in Natural Resources or equivalent
experience; and familiarity with ecological monitoring.
Pay: $18.76/hr+ DOE
experience; and familiarity with ecological monitoring.
Pay: $18.76/hr+ DOE
Monitoring Technician Aide – NMHU Student
Must be currently enrolled at NMHU as sophomore, junior or senior
Pay: $14.50-$16.50/hr DOE
Must be currently enrolled at NMHU as sophomore, junior or senior
Pay: $14.50-$16.50/hr DOE
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