AMWS & Alumni Digest                 June 13th, 2014  

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Career Opportunities & Internships
New jobs at Monterey Bay Aquarium
 
Research Technician-Part Time: more info
 
Education Specialist I: more info  
 
 

CALIFORNIA STATE PARKS JOB 
Want to work outdoors and be part of a dynamic team? Are you reasonably physically fit?
Do you want a job that makes a real positive impact on California's environment?
 
  • Under the direction of the Monterey District Environmental Scientists, this position will participate in natural resource maintenance and conservation work within the Monterey District of the California Department of Parks and Recreation. Duties include, but are not limited to various tasks associated with exotic plant and animal control, native plant plant propagation and planting, installing resource fencing, and prescribed fire preparation. Reporting Location: Marina State Beach at 61 Reservation Road in Marina.
  • Salary and Schedule: The starting salary is $9.98 per hour. This is a seasonal position that can work up to 1500 hours per year. The work schedule is Monday through Friday or Monday through Thursday (40 or 32 hours per week). 
  • RequirementsApplicants should be in good physical condition and should be capable of  lifting 50 pounds, hiking, usually off -trail, in rugged terrain, work in extreme weather conditions, and using and carrying various tools. Applicants should be willing and capable of using such tools as herbicide backpack sprayers, chainsaws, and brush cutters. Applicants should posses a valid California driver's license and have a good driving record. A work uniform is required. An interest in natural resources is desirable. 
  • How to Apply: Submit a Standard State Application Form 678. Applications can be picked up at 2211 Garden Road in Monterey or can be downloaded from the following web address: http://jobs.ca.gov/profile/stateapplication 
Completed applications may be submitted by mail or in person to: 
California State Parks
Attn: Steve Bachman
2211 Garden Road
Monterey, CA 93940


 Internship position in land management 
  • Bruce Delgado is looking to fill an internship position with the BLM on Fort Ord
  • 40 hours per week at $14/hour 

  

Job Opportunity in Watershed Management in Honduras Central America 

  

There is an open position in Watershed Management at Zamorano University, located in Hondorus central America.

  

Job Profile: 
The Department for Environment and Development requires hiring a professional with solid
technical and scientific training in watershed science and hydrology. The candidate must have
proven teaching experience in Watershed Management, research practice, scientific hydrology and watershed management. The selected professional should be able to develop, maintain and lead the process of teaching and learning, research and outreach on the subject of science of watershed management.

 

Requirements:

  •  University degree with Masters or Doctorate in Environmental Engineering with  specialization in Sciences, Watershed Hydrology, Water Resources Engineering or related  fields.
  •  Minimum 10 years proven experience combined between university teaching, research and  outreach in hydrology and watershed management.
  •  Experience in Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM).
  •  Mastery of the tools of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing.
  •  Knowledge of hydrology and climatology.
  •  Experience in land management from water resources.
  •  Experience in scientific and applied research topics of their specialty.
  •  Experience in community water systems and sanitation.
  •  Bilingual (English and Spanish), who has lived and worked in a multicultural environment.
  •  Commitment and exclusive full time with Zamorano.
  •  Committed to the mission, vision, and values of Zamorano.
Procedure to apply:
Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of notes undergraduate and graduate students, a statement of interest to research issues and opportunities for student participation, a statement of interest for education and experience, and 3 letters recommendation where the gains are indicated in both teaching and research candidate. The documents for the application should be sent in MS Word or PDF format to the attention: Unity Talent [email protected] email to the reference: Associate Professor of Microbiology. 
 
Visit www.zamorano.edu for more information 
 
 
RECENT GRADUATES - JOB OPPORTUNITY 
 
Opening Date: 12:01 am EST, June 24, 2014 
Closing Date: July 1, 2014  
Position Title: Fish Biologist GS-482-09/11 
Salary: GS-09 $27.18/GS-11 $32.89 per hour 
Duty Location: San Francisco, CA. 
Work Schedule: 40 hours per week
Qualifications: GS-09 - Must have graduated within the preceding 2 years and have a degree in 
biological science that included 6 semester hours in aquatic subjects such as limnology, ichthyology, fishery biology, aquatic botany, aquatic fauna, oceanography, fish culture, or related courses and at least 12 semester hours in the animal sciences such as zoology, vertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, physiology, entomology, parasitology, ecology, cellular biology, genetics, or research in these fields plus 1 year of full time experience using theories, concepts, principles or methods pertaining to restoration ecology or fish biology and experience making science-based decisions or recommendations about water quality, habitat restoration, fisheries management or 
ecosystem restoration. OR 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree, or equivalent graduate degree. GS-11 - 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.
How to Apply: Go to www.USAJOBS.gov and search for LV-R9-OT-2014-0006 
Application Requirements 
  • College Transcripts (official or unofficial)
  • Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, Form DD-214 (if applicable)
  • Resume reflecting one year of full time experience performing duties described above 
    under Qualifications
  • Answers to Assessment Questionnaire (available through www.USAJobs.gov

Create your profile now in www.USAJOBS.gov and upload your resume and final college transcripts into your profile, and apply online through USAJOBS.gov! 

  

 

Website Front-End Developer

A website developer is required for the Center for the Blue Economy's National Ocean Economics Program (www.OceanEconomics.org) site to 1) create new page designs; 2) migrate old web pages to new technologies and frameworks. The website serves both static and dynamic web pages of ocean and coastal economic data on a Windows platform.

 
This is a half time position for the 2014 summer. Prospective candidates must have a technical knowledge of Responsive Web Design.
 
All information and application can be found here
 
 
Assistant Environmental Scientist 
 
Job Description: Denise Duffy and Associates is seeking an Assistant Environmental Scientist for our Monterey County Office. This position is responsible for assisting the Natural Resource Team in field data, collection/surveys, and preparation for CEQA/NEPA sections, biological documents, maps, and graphics. Other responsibilities would include review and formatting documents, maintenance of survey equipment, filing, and data entry. Our clients include state, county, and municipal agencies as well as private industry. 
 
Position Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Science, or closely related field
  • Knowledge of local biological resources and related field/work experience
  • Knowledge of California and federal environmental law and resource protection principles
  • Strong writing, editing, communication, and organizational skills
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe software
  • Knowledge of GPS/GIS, statistical analysis, and database software
To Apply: If you are interested please submit your resume, including a cover letter, to [email protected]. The cover letter should state the position title, and include a brief synopsis of your specific education or experience meeting the criteria listed above, as well as a list of references. 
 
More info can be found at www.ddaplanning.com  

 

Scholarships & Grants

$4,000 MASNA Undergraduate Graduate Student Scholarships
  • The Marine Aquarium Societies of North America (MASNA) is proud to present the 2014 - 2015 MASNA Student Scholarships.
  • The application for the 2014 - 2015 $4,000 MASNA Student Scholarships is now available.
  • This year there are two scholarships available; one $4,000 scholarship for a college undergraduate student and one $4,000 scholarship for a college graduate student.
  • The two $4,000 2014 - 2015 MASNA Student Scholarships are made possible by our generous sponsors Doctors Foster and Smith LiveAquaria.com, Ecotech Marine, and Seachem.
  • To be eligible for a $4,000 MASNA Student Scholarship, an applicant must be a current/entering undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college or university.
  • The student must have declared a major/focus or have intent to declare a major/focus in one of the marine science disciplines.
  • Selection will be based upon the student's academic history and the student's contributions and demonstrated commitment to the marine aquarium hobby.
  • North American students, no matter where they are studying in the world, as well as students from abroad, who are studying in North America, are eligible, as long as they attend/plan to attend an accredited college or university
The deadline for submission is June 20, 2014.
 

Upcoming Events and Conferences

Return of the Natives Event Information
Please check out our updated calendar for more information!
 

 

The 12th Annual UC Davis Pre-Medical and Pre-Health Professions National Conference "Empowering the Next Generation of Health Care Professionals"


The 12th National UC Davis Pre-Health Student Alliance Pre-Medical and Pre-Health Professions Conference provides community-college, university, post-bac, and high school students, parents, and counselors with the information and skills necessary to succeed in the medical and health-professions school admission process. It provides a unique opportunity for direct contact with medical school deans of admission, admission officers, financial aid officers, faculty, and staff. The 2014 Conference will be held at the University of California, Davis on October 11-12, 2014.

For More Information and Registration, please visit: http://www.UCDPreHealth.org  
Education Opportunities 
Peace Corps 

Opportunities around the world are available in education, health, environment, community economic development, youth in development, and agriculture. Go to  www.peacecorps.gov/openings to check out our interactive map and explore Peace Corps programs and countries that interest you.



Toxicology Program at Colorado State University
Students enrolled in this program receive a solid academic background in Toxicology, Pharmacology, Metabolism and Distribution as well as Mechanisms of Toxicity and Pathology.  Additionally, students utilize their elective credits with courses that will benefit their particular career goal.

 

Students enter our program from various disciplines including Ecoscience, Fish and Wildlife, Biomedical Science, Chemistry, Environmental Health, Equine Sciences, Health and Exercise, etc.  As Toxicology is an applied discipline, the interests that the students combine with it make them truly unique when they are taking that next step in their career.

 

Approximately 65% of our students successfully enter into a professional medical program including Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Physician's Assistant and Veterinary Medicine and the feedback that we receive from them is that they now realize how well prepared they are for the professional courses that they are enrolled in presently.  Other students go on toward very successful careers in PreClinical testing, Pharmaceutical Research, government and PhD or research tracks.  A look at the attached brochure will give you an idea of what areas our graduates pursue.  Our application deadline for fall semester is July 1st.

 
Graduate Degrees in Environmental Management 
Each fall, the Nicholas School of the Environment at Duke University visits college campuses around the country. Members of the Nicholas School Academic and Enrollment Services staff and faculty travel around the country to meet with students, faculty, career services professionals and administrators to share information about our unique and distinct Master of Environmental Management and Master of Forestry degree programs. We invite you to meet with one of our representatives at a location near you. More Information

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