The Division of Ecological Restoration (DER) is hiring! Please share with anyone who may be interested:
The Ecological Restoration Specialist – Dam Removal<https://massanf.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=24000A3K&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York> (Environmental Analyst II) will play a critical role in advancing DER’s mission by serving as an ecological restoration project manager for DER’s Dam Removal Program. This position provides programmatic support in identifying, evaluating, and developing new potential dam removal projects; collecting field data, monitoring, and conducting assessments to inform project outcomes and the practice of river restoration; responding to technical assistance requests; and grant writing to increase the pace and quality of dam removal projects across the Commonwealth.This role relies on strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, and candidates will also perform duties supporting general DER operations, including but not limited to training and outreach to landowners, partners, and other stakeholders. This position is hybrid and based out of the Boston office. Learn more about the key responsibilities and preferred qualifications on the MassCareers posting<https://massanf.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=24000A3K&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York>. Position: Ecological Restoration Specialist – Dam Removal Location: Boston, MA | Hybrid Work Schedule Three Years Relevant Experience or Equivalent, and/or Substitutions Posting Date: 1/16/2025 Description: The Division of Ecological Restoration (DER) is seeking a solution-driven project manager with a passion for collaboration and healing the environment. This candidate will serve as project manager for assigned ecological restoration projects focusing on dam removal and river restoration. Day-to-day tasks could include collaborating with project teams; assisting with the development of restoration approaches; developing and maintaining project plans, budgets, and timelines; securing technical services; conducting field monitoring; supporting projects through different phases; grant writing; and more. This role will work closely with the Dam Removal Program Manager to support DER’s Habitat Restoration Branch initiatives and activities, as well as perform duties in support of general DER operations. Come join the DER team during an exciting and historic time! To Apply: To view the job announcement and apply online, please visit the MassCareers website: https://massanf.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=24000A3K&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York Closing Date: Please note that requisitions will remain open for 90 days; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days of the posting, by 1/30/2025. The MA Division of Ecological Restoration (DER) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Interested applicants can learn more about DER and our work here: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/division-of-ecological-restoration For questions specific to the application process, please refer to the MassCareers website (https://www.mass.gov/find-your-future-commonwealth-job) and information contained within the job announcement. To unsubscribe from this list please go to https://community.esa.org/confirm/?u=RhPWqPxFwODKvbkiT32nkIqRrsiSgulp
