Natural Heritage Program Botanist, Natural Resources Scientist 3 (NRSci3)

Natural Heritage Program Botanist, Natural Resources Scientist 3 (NRSci3)

• Identify, plan, and implement numerous rare plant monitoring and research projects
• Manage scientific programs addressing rare plant conservation efforts
• Conduct field inventory, monitoring, and research
• Compile data from secondary sources
• Establish conservation priorities
• Coordinate statewide efforts with national and international projects
• Analyze existing and new information on native plant species
• Represent the DNR and the Natural Heritage Program in conservation planning efforts
• Recommend sites for conservation action
• Give presentations on conservation of rare plant species
• Train/educate personnel in Natural Heritage methodology

• Bachelor’s degree with major study in botany, plant ecology or field of study dealing with the ecology or biology of native plant species
• Four years of professional experience in botany, plant ecology or field of study dealing with the ecology or biology of native plant species

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid holidays
• Sick leave
• Vacation days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments

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