Conservation Field Technician (Entry Level) – Milnesand

Posted: 12/16/2024

CEHMM is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that offers a wide verity of environmental services to clients throughout southern New Mexico. Our environmental services department specializes in natural resources assessment and environmental permitting at the federal and state levels. A successful candidate will gain a working knowledge of the plants and wildlife of New Mexico and the ability to conduct field work in an arid climate.
The Conservation Field Technician is a full-time hourly permanent position located in Milnesand, NM reporting to the District II Project Manager . The Conservation Field Technician will accomplish a wide variety of client needs including but not limited to:

  • Wildlife surveys (burrowing owl, raptor, herps, lesser prairie-chicken, etc.)
  • Special Status Plant Species Surveys
  • Cave and karst surveys
  • Water and soil sampling
  • Monitoring open trench for wildlife
  • Data organization
  • Mapping
  • Technical writing
This is an entry level position; we are prepared to train the right candidates. The salary range for this position is $22/hr. to $27/hr. Additionally, CEHMM offers a very relaxed work environment with flexible schedules, competitive compensation, benefits including 401K, quality insurance options, relocation reimbursement, education reimbursement, and clothing allowance.
Qualifications
Required
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Ability to work long hours in the field with potentially undesirable conditions.
  • Ability to hike up to 5 miles a day.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license
Preferred
  • A Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Environmental Science, Wildlife Science, Ecology, Biology, Geology, or related fields
  • Working knowledge of ArcGIS
  • Experience with plant and wildlife surveys
 
  1. info@cehmm.org  or to contact person  amy.marquez@cehmm.org with the subject Conservation Field Technician. CEHMM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.