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Bighorn Institute
Conservation Assistant
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What they do
A Conservation Scientist develops resource management plans to protect and manage various environments, such as forests and grasslands, to ensure that they're safe for the species and plants that live and grow there. This involves making sure habitats are free from diseases and harmful insects, as well as working to protect them from fire.
$73,022 / year median in California
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Bighorn Institute (www.
BighornInstitute.org) is a privately-funded non-profit research and conservation organization established in 1982 and located in Palm Desert, CA. Our research is focused on the recovery of Peninsular bighorn sheep, which were federally listed as endangered in 1998. We maintain a captive herd of Peninsular bighorn on our 300 acres of land and conduct long-term field studies of free-ranging bighorn.
BighornInstitute.org/job-opportunities and follow instructions in the job posting.
BighornInstitute.org) is a privately-funded non-profit research and conservation organization established in 1982 and located in Palm Desert, CA. Our research is focused on the recovery of Peninsular bighorn sheep, which were federally listed as endangered in 1998. We maintain a captive herd of Peninsular bighorn on our 300 acres of land and conduct long-term field studies of free-ranging bighorn.
Job Description:
A hardworking, detail-oriented, reliable individual is needed immediately to fill a Conservation Assistant position. This is a part-time position. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: caring for the captive herd of bighorn sheep, frequent letter writing, data entry, field reports, newsletter articles, help with fundraisers, all aspects of office work, general cleaning and property maintenance, assist with fundraisers, education and outreach events including Member Hikes and possibly assist biologists with fieldwork. This position is best suited for a morning person as we start work at 6:00am.Minimum Requirements :
High school diploma, reliable transportation, clean driving record, ability to work outside in over 100° temperatures, lift 50 lbs unassisted, proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. The ideal candidate will be an avid outdoorsperson, passionate about animals, a jack or jill of all trades, have a background in or studying life sciences and have excellent communication, problem-solving, office and organizational skills. Being detail-oriented and excellent communication skills are a must to succeed in this position. Weekend and holiday work are expected.FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS ON OUR WEBSITE TO APPLY - DON'T JUST APPLY ON INDEED!
Salary :
Starting at $21/hrTo Apply:
DO NOT JUST CLICK TO APPLY ON INDEED!
Visit our website www.BighornInstitute.org/job-opportunities and follow instructions in the job posting.