UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-STEVENS POINT
COLLEGE OF NATURAL RESOURCES

Position #08-41AS52     

Position:
Vallier Treehaven Resident Ecologist

Position Description:
    ·         Coordinate all land management planning and implementation on the Treehaven property.
    ·         Increase programs and grant revenue towards Treehaven’s mission.
    ·         Build the capacity of Natural Resource Professional development to the state of Wisconsin.
    ·         Serve as Treehaven’s field ecologist/naturalist for research, teaching and site inventory.
    ·         Enhance the College of Natural Resources mission by supporting innovative teaching and ecological research at Treehaven.
    ·         Foster partnerships to build Wisconsin’s capacity for Natural Resources professional development.

Department/University Description:
College of Natural Resources, Treehaven.  Treehaven is 82 miles north of UWSP between Tomahawk and Rhinelander, Wisconsin.

Qualifications:
     ·        MS Required, PhD preferred in Natural Resources: i.e. Forestry, Ecology, Ecosystems Management, Conservation
              Biology, or related field.
     ·        Required, Demonstrated success in land management activities.
     ·        Required, Strong demonstrated abilities in personal and public communications.
     ·        Required, Strong writing skills.
     ·        Required, Ability to work independently, and within a cooperative team.
     ·        Preferred, Competency in GIS
     ·        Preferred, Successful teaching experience at university level within their academic background.
     ·        Preferred, Experience in successful workshop/conference coordination.
     ·        Preferred, Record of scholarly achievement in research and publications.
     ·        Preferred, Experience in grant writing    

Appointment Date:
September 1, 2008 or before.

Terms of Employment:
Academic staff - 12-month annual appointment.

Application Procedure:
Submit resume, list of references, transcripts and cover letter to:

Chair, Resident Ecologist Search and Screen Committee
College of Natural Resources
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Stevens Point WI, 54481.

Electronic submissions will not be considered.

 Deadline:
Screening of applicants  begins on May 1, 2008.  Position will be opened until a suitable candidate is found.
For more information contact Dr. Corky McReynolds at 715-453-4106. 

The University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, Vietnam era veterans, disabled veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Employment will required a criminal background check.