Jobs Title:
TN Division of Natural Areas - Vegetation Ecologist

Post Date
4/24/2024

Expiration Date
5/6/2024

Details:
The Natural Heritage Program Vegetation Ecologist will use NatureServe
methodology, the Biotics database, the National Vegetation Classification,
and ecological principles to document, classify, map, and rank rare or high-quality
natural communities throughout Tennessee and work towards a
state-wide vegetation classification document and keys. The employee will
also aid the Division with vegetation mapping, species surveys and
inventories, conservation planning, and site assessments, and provide
technical expertise related to environmental reviews and conservation land
management of Tennessee\'s natural communities. Depending on the
chosen candidate, the position can be based in other regions of Tennessee.
This position is a preferred services position and will require some overnight
travel and travel to other regions of Tennessee. Preferred candidates will
have experience in ecology, including plant community classification and
sampling, field botany including, native species inventories and rare species
monitoring, conservation biology, and/or natural resource management,
including research on ecological responses to management regimes with a
bachelor\'s degree in Ecology, Botany, Forestry, Natural Resources, Biology,
Wildlife Biology, Environmental Science, Zoology, or related field. Candidates
must meet the minimum qualifications (MQs) for this position. For MQs and
how to apply, please visit:
https://stateoftn-internal-careers.ttcportals.com/jobs/14268092-tdec-environmental-consultant-3-04232024-57156

Qualifications:
Preferred candidates will
have experience in ecology, including plant community classification and
sampling, field botany including, native species inventories and rare species
monitoring, conservation biology, and/or natural resource management,
including research on ecological responses to management regimes with a
bachelor's degree in Ecology, Botany, Forestry, Natural Resources, Biology,
Wildlife Biology, Environmental Science, Zoology, or related field. Candidates
must meet the minimum qualifications (MQs) for this position. For MQs and
how to apply, please visit: http://www.tn.gov/careers.

Comments:
Highlighted Responsibilities
Working knowledge of the region’s flora, plant communities, soils,
geology, and natural processes.
Conducting data collection and analysis for natural communities using
Natural Heritage Methodology and ecological sampling principles.
Aids the Division with vegetation classification including element
occurrence record mapping and data QC.
Assists in monitoring species listed as threatened or endangered, site
assessments, and land acquisition.
Guide natural area evaluation, selection, and management plans.
Conducting public outreach and representing the Department.
Using GIS software for rare species and natural community mapping.
Physical ability to work in remote, rugged locations for long periods and
periodic travel across Tennessee.


Employer:
State of Tennessee
Contact:
Caitlin Elam

Email:
caitlin.elam@tn.gov