Ascend Leadership Training program

This is just to advise that we have an outstanding opportunity for a graduating senior.  Every year, Pilgrim’s and its parent company, JBS, set up a leadership training program for a very select group of new hires.  Participant in our Ascend Leadership Training program spend six months exploring all aspects of our business. They interact with our senior leaders, and they work on projects that give them excellent, hands-on experience before stepping into leadership positions in the company. 

In our Nacogdoches Complex, we have a spot for a Quality Assurance candidate in January.  If you are aware of a graduating senior who has the quantitative and people skills to be successful in a quality management role, please ask him or her to get in touch with me directly.  If you have questions, please also feel free to give me a call.   

John.thomasson@pilgrims.com
936-558-6803

Natural Resource Program Coordinator – Wildlife Research & Statewide Data Coordinator

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has a job opening for a Natural Resource Program Coordinator – Wildlife Research & Statewide Data Coordinator on open competitive announcement until Friday, December 6, 2013. The announcement is located at the following link: https://labor.idaho.gov/DHR/ATS/StateJobs/jobannouncement.aspx?announcement_no=00850066942. Applications will only be accepted through this website.

The Rockefeller State Wildlife Scholarship

The Rockefeller State Wildlife Scholarship is a competitive scholarship that awards $2000 annually for an undergraduate student and $3,000 annually to a graduate student pursuing a degree in forestry, wildlife or marine science at a Louisiana Public College or University. The cumulative maximum award is $12,000 for up to three years of undergraduate study and two years of graduate study.

Be a Louisiana resident for at least one year prior to July 1st of the scholarship award year

Be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student in a Louisiana Public College or University majoring in forestry, wildlife or marine science with the intent of obtaining a degree in that field.

Undergraduate students must have earned at least 60 hours of college credit and have at least a 2.50 cumulative college GPA.

As a graduate student have at least a 3.00 cumulative college GPA on all credits earned in graduate school.
For inquires contact Erica Hughes at 225-219-7707 or Erica.Hughes@la.gov

November 2013

How To Apply

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for 2013-2014

Visit www.OSFA.la.gov to download the Rockefeller State Wildlife Scholarship

Application
Complete the application so that it is received by LOSFA no later than December 1 to be considered for the 2014 Spring semester/term.

Regional Wildlife Biologist: two openings

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has two job openings for a Regional Wildlife Biologist (Population) on an open competitive announcement until Wednesday, December 4, 2013.  The announcement is located at the following link: https://labor.idaho.gov/DHR/ATS/StateJobs/jobannouncement.aspx?announcement_no=00835048267.  Applications will only be accepted through this website.

EEO/Vets Preference

Interdisciplinary Communities and Forests in Oregon (CAFOR) Project for graduate students

University of New Hampshire, Durham.

A PhD or MS position available beginning fall 2014 in the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment (www.nre.unh.edu/ ) and the Earth Systems Research Center ( www.esrc.sr.unh.edu ) with two years of funding guaranteed to develop a dissertation/thesis related to the CAFOR project (see below for project description). The position involves the characterization forest biometric properties using field data and remotely sensed image data. The remote sensing platforms will include unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), airplane, and satellite sensors. Extensive field work is a requirement of the position.

The successful applicant will need to work closely with the University of Colorado research team and with researchers from the Carsey Institute ( www.carseyinstitute.unh.edu ) in support of an interdisciplinary research effort. The successful applicant will have a BS in forestry, environmental science, or a closely related field. Desirable skills include programming, GIS, understanding of remote sensing analysis techniques, and statistics, along with previous experience conducting fieldwork.

The application process for the M.S. program in Natural Resources and the Ph.D. program in Natural Resources and Earth Systems Science (NRESS) can be found at www.gradschool.unh.edu . Additional information on the M.S. program can be found at www.nre.unh.edu , and on the Ph.D. program at www.unh.edu/nressphd . Although the M.S. program employs rolling admissions, candidates at either level should apply before the Ph.D. program deadline of January 15, 2014.

In addition, please send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and any relevant materials tomark.ducey@unh.edu . Position is with Drs. Mark Ducey ( http://nre.unh.edu/faculty/ducey ) and Michael Palace (http://www.eos.unh.edu/Faculty/mpalace ).

The University of New Hampshire is a research intensive university that retains the look and feel of a New England liberal arts college with 15,000 students. UNH ( www.unh.edu ) is located in the Seacoast of NH, making it 20 minutes from the Atlantic Ocean and 1 hour from the White Mountains. Durham boasts a high quality of life, with endless recreation opportunities for hiking, paddling, climbing, surfing, and cycling. It is connected to Boston and Portland via Amtrak.

Interdisciplinary Communities and Forests in Oregon (CAFOR) Project for graduate students

University of Colorado, Boulder.

A PhD or MS position available beginning fall 2014 in the Environmental Studies Program ( http://envs.colorado.edu) with two years of funding guaranteed to develop a dissertation/thesis related to the CAFOR project (see below for project description). The position involves development and analysis of a survey of local residents and integration with environmental data. Though the student will be located in Boulder, s/he will need to work closely with the University of New Hampshire research team and research collaborators in Oregon.

The successful applicant will have a strong interest in human-environment interactions and have experience with GIS and statistical analysis. The applicant must be willing to spend up to three months in the summer 2015 in eastern Oregon conducting field work. Undergraduate research or other relevant experience is preferred. Applicants should be highly motivated, organized, willing to travel, willing to engage with local stakeholders, and able to work both independently as well as within a team.

Deadlines for fall 2014 applications to the Environmental Studies Program: December 1, 2013 for International Students; December 23, 2013 for all others; January 6, 2014 for all recommendations. Additional information can be found at http://envs.colorado.edu/grad_program/C30/How%20to%20Apply/ . In addition, please send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and any relevant materials to joel.hartter@unh.edu . Position is with Dr. Joel Hartter ( http://envs.colorado.edu/people/Cxx/faculty_details/hartter_joel/ ) and co-advised by Larry Hamilton ( http://pubpages.unh.edu/~lch/ ).

Clemson University’s Youth Learning Institute, Sunset South Carolina

Title:  Outdoor Education Instructor/Naturalist

Work Dates: January 2014 – May 2014 (summer opportunities available)

Location: Pickens, SC & Sunset, SC

Description:

The programs combine a unique opportunity to work in varied curriculums and educate children in forensic sciences and forestry/mountain ecology. The name of the sites we will be hiring the instructor to work at include the Youth Learning Institute’s Headquarters in Pickens, SC and Camp Hannon located in Sunset, SC.

Experience the exciting and spellbinding world of crime scene investigations through CSI: Clemson Student Investigators held at YLI Headquarters and Education Center in Pickens, SC. Designed for fourth through eighth grade students, CSI brings an incredible learning adventure where students become forensic investigators, solving mysteries with math, forensic science and technology. Students perform hair, fiber and soil analysis, pH tests, handwriting analysis, paper chromatography, fingerprinting, footprint casting and more!

Head out on an adventure and experience nature’s beauty and excitement, while educating children at Camp Hannon!

Exploration Hannon teaches students how to determine if a new plot of land is acceptable for human life. From hiking to stream mapping, this program uses exciting activities to enable children to learn by participating in hands-on activities. Exploration Hannon takes you through an experience that will last you a lifetime.

Principle Duties:

·       Regularly teach at least two curriculum components in the program

·       Develop and teach at least one elective component relating to some environmental issue or personal interest.

·       Be actively involved in all program activities, leading and participating in evening recreational and instructional times as scheduled.

·       Perform direct supervision of children while involved with activities.

·       Facilitate groups utilizing adventure activities.

Qualifications:

·       BA or BS in Environmental Education, Natural Sciences, Forestry, Geology, Education, Marine Biology or related field is preferred.

·       Must have the patience, understanding, flexibility, and a lot of energy.

·       Must demonstrate teaching skills and the ability to implement creative “hands on” teaching methods.

·       Must be willing to sacrifice, adapt and work hard as part of a team pursuing an objective.

·       Must be physically able to perform the tasks required to teach outdoors.

·       Must be willing to work long hours.

Pay Scale:

Twice a month pay of $500-$600 plus room, board, and a sickness/accidental insurance plan.

Contact:  You can send resumes to Shannon Repokis via email at Repokis@clemson.edu.

Clemson University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group of individuals on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.

Signature: ___________________________________                                 Date:_______________

Clemson University’s Youth Learning Institute Summerton, South Carolina

Title:  Outdoor Education Instructor/Naturalist

Work Dates: January 2014 – May 2014 (summer opportunities available)

Location:  Summerton

Description:

The program combines a unique opportunity to work in varied curriculums and educate children in natural resources and forensic sciences. This particular position takes place at one of our sites called R.M. Cooper

4-H Leadership Center in Summerton, SC where we teach our Teaching KATE (natural resources), E-Tech and LEAD programs.

Teaching Kids About The Environment (KATE) features academically based, hands-on exploration of forestry, soils, water ecology, and wildlife resources. Developed by YLI and the coalition for Natural Resources, the program is endorsed by the S.C. Department of Education. Teaching KATE is held at Camp Bob Cooper located in Summerton, SC.

The Leadership Education through Adventure and Discovery (LEAD) program combines experiential science and natural resources studies with adventure and leadership activities. Customized team-building activities include climbing, zip lining, canoeing and hiking. LEAD is held at Camp Bob Cooper located in Summerton, SC.

E-TECH combines environmental science with technology as students learn about soil, water, birding and forestry and then use digital cameras, global positioning systems, computers and various software applications to research and demonstrate what they’ve learned. E-TECH is held at Camp Bob Cooper located in Summerton, SC.

Each spring, rowing teams and their coaches travel across the United States to train at R.M. Cooper Leadership center for Spring Crew Training. With Camp Bob Cooper’s relaxing setting and athletic equipment, crew team members, as well as their coaches are able to go through training successfully, without any distractions. Instructors will work with teams during their stay at Camp Bob Cooper taking care of programming needs, facility needs, and other necessary tasks.

Principle Duties:

·       Regularly teach at least two curriculum components in the field study programs

·       Lead students in daily program activities (wake-up, flagpole, meals, canteen, and campfire).

·       Be actively involved in all program activities, leading and participating in evening recreational and instructional times as scheduled.

·       Assist with routine clean up and set up of program areas.

·       Coordinate logistical efforts for Crew Season and other necessary tasks

·       Perform direct supervision of children while involved with activities.

·       Facilitate groups utilizing adventure activities.

Qualifications:

·       BA or BS in Environmental Education, Natural Sciences, Forestry, Geology, Education,

·       Must have the patience, understanding, flexibility, and a lot of energy.

·       Must demonstrate teaching skills and the ability to implement creative “hands on” teaching methods.

·       Must be willing to sacrifice, adapt and work hard as part of a team pursuing an objective.

·       Must be physically able to perform the tasks required to teach outdoors.

·       Must be willing to work long hours.

Pay Scale:

Twice a month pay of $550-$600 plus room, board, and a sickness/accidental insurance plan.

Contact:  You can send resumes to Shannon Repokis by email at repokis@clemson.edu

Clemson University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group of individuals on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.

Signature:                                                                     Date:   _______

Wildlife Staff Biologist – Mule Deer Initiative Coordinator

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has a job opening for a Wildlife Staff Biologist – Mule Deer Initiative Coordinator on open competitive announcement until Monday, December 2, 2013.  The announcement is located at the following link:https://labor.idaho.gov/DHR/ATS/StateJobs/jobannouncement.aspx?announcement_no=00836022849.  Applications will only be accepted through this website.

EEO/Vets Preference

Regional Wildlife Biologist

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has a job opening for Regional Wildlife Biologist (Landowner Sportsmen Coordinator) on an open competitive announcement until Monday, November 18, 2013.  The announcement is located at the following link:https://labor.idaho.gov/DHR/ATS/StateJobs/jobannouncement.aspx?announcement_no=00835064488.  Applications will only be accepted through this website.

EEO/Vets Preference

COASTAL WETLANDS PLANNING, PROTECTION AND RESTORATION ACT PPL 23 PUBLIC MEETING

23rd Priority Project List (PPL) Public Meeting

A public meeting will be held to present the results of candidate project evaluations under review and consideration for CWPPRA Priority Project List (PPL) 23. This meeting is in lieu of the Abbeville and New Orleans PPL meetings held in the past. The public is invited to attend and provide comments on the candidate projects. The CWPPRA Technical Committee will meet on December 12, 2013 in Baton Rouge at the LA Dept of Wildlife and Fisheries to recommend projects for PPL 23 selection.

Please find the draft PPL 23 Candidate booklet via the following link:
http://www.mvn.usace.army.mil/Portals/56/docs/environmental/cwppra/PPL/23/PPL23PublicMtgBooklet.pdf

Hard copies of the final PPL 23 Candidate booklet will be provided at the meeting.
CWPPRA
COASTAL WETLANDS PLANNING, PROTECTION AND RESTORATION ACT
PPL 23 PUBLIC MEETING
Location:
LA Department of Wildlife and Fisheries
Louisiana Room
2000 Quail Drive
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Documentation of the PPL 23 Public Meeting may be found at:
http://www.mvn.usace.army.mil/Missions/Environmental/CWPPRA.aspx
Tab Number
The CWPPRA Technical Committee will meet on December 12, 2013 in Baton Rouge to recommend projects for PPL 23 selection.

Written comments may be provided to the CWPPRA Task Force by mail, fax or email to:
Colonel Richard Hansen
District Engineer, New Orleans
c/o: Brad Inman
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
P.O. Box 60267
New Orleans, Louisiana 70160
Fax: 504-862-2572 (ATTN: Brad Inman)
Email: Brad.L.Inman@usace.army.mil

Student internship available

The following Student Internship vacancy announcement can be found on the OPM website at USAJobs (click link below to access vacancy).  

USA JOBS – (Student Interns)

Student Trainee - Internship, GS-499/899-3/4

15 positions in various locations throughout LA

Announcement Number

LA-16-DD-14-002(982510-SP)

Opens: 11/1/2013 – Closes: 12/2/2013

IMPORTANT NOTE:  

The application process for this vacancy must be completed on-line using "USA Staffing."  Applicants will need to answer the questionnaire. Upload any requested required documents (e.g. resume, SF-50, a transcript, latest appraisal...).  You will see in the vacancy announcement that there is another process if you are unable to apply on-line.  It is preferred that the online process be used.

Summer internships

http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/national/careers/student/