Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences Job Board

Agency

CNMI Division of Fish & Wildlife

Location

Saipan, MP

Job Category

Full time Positions

website

http://www.cnmi-dfw.org/wildlife.html

Salary

$38,000

Start Date

01/01/2014

Last Date to Apply

11/08/2013

Description

The Wildlife Program Information Officer (WPIO) will be responsible for disseminating information about and encouraging the public's participation in programs that conserve, protect, and enhance wildlife and habitats and wildlife-related recreational opportunities. The WPIO will design, create, and disseminate materials; produce and use various forms of broadcast media; recruit and organize volunteers; facilitate and coordinate outreach efforts; assist with community service projects; implement and manage a public recognition program; and exchange information with stakeholders, constituents, and members of the general public on wildlife-related issues.

The WPIO will have an active role in the CNMI Wildlife Section's research and management activities. The WIPO will represent the interests of CNMI's Division of Fish & Wildlife and its constituents; it will help the Wildlife Section accomplish its Mission Statement and serve its constituents. The position reports directly to the Wildlife Section Supervisor on Saipan.

Specific duties of the WPIO will include:
* Design of informational pamphlets and brochures
* Design and management of website
* Public speaking
* Media relations
* Promotion and marketing of wildlife conservation programs
* Volunteer recruitment and coordination
* Facilitation of community service volunteers and supervisees
* Evaluation of the impact and efficacy of outreach initiatives

Qualifications

Candidates minimally will have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in environmental communications, science or technical communication, broadcasting, production, or media relations; will have worked in a related field for 1 year; will have advanced public speaking, writing, and computer skills; will be able to to clearly communicate complex scientific, technical, and legal information; will be able to understand alternative perspectives and respond them in an articulate way; and will have experience working in a multicultural setting.

Preferred candidates will hold a Master's degree in a related field and have significant work experience; have experience with graphic design; and have a strong background in environmental biology or ecology.

This position requires field work, office work, and travel. Field work can be strenuous in hot and humid conditions.

Only United States Citizens or legal U.S. residents can be considered for this position. This is a one year term appointment (expiring on September 30, 2014) renewable upon availability of funding. Salary is $38,000 or commensurate with experience. Travel and relocation expenses will be paid based on approved rate.

Contact Person

Russell Benford

Contact eMail

rbenford.cnmidfw@gmail.com

Source: Tamu