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Field Forestry Technician
We are recruiting 2 temporary part-time OPS or STAS to conduct field assessments at multiple pine stands in Florida and Georgia for up to 16-24 hours/week throughout the 2025 Fall semester.
Job description:
Essential functions and responsibilities:
• Assist in plot measurement and demarcation
• Conduct forest inventory measurements and forest health assessments within pine commercial stands
• Travel to different study sites located in Florida, and Georgia, which may take a full day or occasionally involve 2-3 consecutive days.
• Able to reach above head height to collect tree branches.
• Able to lift and transport items of up to 50 lb, such as forest inventory equipment, pole pruners, and saws, PVC pipes, and tree branches in uneven terrain.
• Assist in greenhouse tasks, such as watering and moving pine seedlings.
Required qualifications:
• Familiar with forest inventory measurements (tree height, diameter) and identification of common pine disease traits.
• Available to work outdoors and walk through uneven terrain under different weather conditions, which may include high outdoor temperatures (above 85 F), rain, and stagnant ground water.
• Available for occasional multi-day travel (2-3 consecutive days with overnight stays).
Preferred qualifications:
• Attention to detail and good observation skills
• Valid Florida Driver’s license up to date and clean driving record.
• Ability to operate 4-wheel-drive vehicle
• Adherence to safety standards while conducting field work.
Expected salary: $15 hourly
Included with job description:
• Transportation from UF Main campus to field site and back
• Hotel lodging and meal reimbursement when multi-day travel is required.
• PPE (visibility vests, hard hats, snake chaps, sunscreen, insect repellent, cooling gear).
To apply:
Contact Dr. Tania Quesada, Research Assistant Scientist at SFFGS, at tquesada@ufl.edu. Please apply as soon as possible.
Timber Cruisers
Georgia Woodlands and Southeastern Agri-Business are looking for candidates to fulfill several open timber cruising positions throughout the Southeastern United States. Whether you are looking for a part-time job, need industry experience, or are interested in a forestry services career, there may be an opportunity for you.
Management of timberland can vary from a small, family-owned property that needs consultation every two to five years to an industrial landowner with a large, comprehensive management regimen that requires daily attention. At Georgia Woodlands and Southeastern Agri-Business we can design a plan to fit our customer’s needs. Our team consists of resident foresters, forest technicians, real estate agents, and accountants with decades of experience. The following are just a sample of the services we offer.
- Forest Management Plans - Timber Inventory - Timber Sales
- Timberland Valuation - Land Appraisals - Timber Stand Improvement
- Regeneration - GIS Mapping Services - Hunting Lease Management
- Boundary Maintenance - Road Construction and Maintenance
Please direct questions or requests for more information to:
Shane McAdams
georgiawoodlands2@gmail.com
706.714.9936
Recreational Boating Surveyor
Job Title: Recreational Boating Surveyor for Seagrass conservation through actionable research: Management areas for prevention of scarring (SCAR MAPS)
Overview:
We seek reliable and engaging individuals to join our team as Recreational Boating Surveyors. Surveyors will intercept recreational boaters in pairs and administer a standardized questionnaire using electronic tablets (provided). This part-time role involves up to one shift per week, scheduled according to a sampling plan, with each shift lasting 4 hours plus estimated travel time. Compensation is $15 per hour, including travel time and mileage reimbursement.
Surveys will be conducted at selected boat launch sites in Citrus County, Florida, with an estimated travel time of up to 1 hour and 40 minutes one-way from Gainesville. Applicants must be able to travel independently in their own vehicle to these off-campus locations.
We will maintain a weekly sampling schedule for one year and assign surveyors to specific sites, days, and time slots in advance to support planning. However, flexibility is essential, as assignments may vary weekly.
Available shift times (excluding travel time) are 8 AM–12 PM, 11 AM–3 PM, or 2 PM–6 PM, any day from Monday to Sunday.
Key Responsibilities:
- Survey Administration: Work in pairs to intercept recreational boaters and conduct surveys using a predefined questionnaire.
- Data Collection & Entry: Accurately record survey responses and assist with data entry off campus.
- Participant Engagement: Interact with survey participants in a friendly, professional, and respectful manner.
- Data Integrity: Ensure all collected data is handled confidentially and maintained accurately
Job Details:
- Shift: Up to one day per week (flexible scheduling) with a 4-hour shift plus additional estimated travel time.
- Compensation: $15 per hour (includes estimated travel time), with additional mileage reimbursement at University of Florida rate of $0.455/mile.
- Contract Duration: Starting in May 2025 and continuing through April 2026. We will consider shorter appointments on a case-by-case basis.
Minimum Requirements:
Must be 18 years old or older.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Driver’s license
Comfortable with independent travel to survey sites in Citrus County (up to 1 hour and 40 minutes commute from Gainesville).
Ability to work at least 6 hours per week in an outdoor environment. Shifts will be canceled if conditions are dangerous, but surveyors will be working in a range of temperatures and weather conditions.
Ability to work from 8 AM–12 PM, 11 AM–3 PM, or 2 PM–6 PM from Monday to Sunday.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong listening skills and the ability to follow instructions effectively.
Strong communication skills
Basic computer literacy.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Contact information
Dr. Adams Ceballos, aceballos@ufl.edu
Forest and Farm Helper
We operate a family farm in northern Alachua County and seek one or two part-time employees. Most tasks involve ecological restoration of pine plantations and a pecan grove to longleaf pine savanna. The work requires walking, lifting, and use of hand and power tools. In addition to routine labor chores, the job provides an opportunity to learn about machine operation and maintenance, safe application of herbicides, wildflower seed handling, and prescribed burning. The employees would have to provide their own transportation to and from the farm, located 27 miles north of the UF campus. Pay is $14.00 per hour. No prior experience is required. If interested, please contact Dr. Jack Ewel at jackewel99@gmail.com.
Geomatics Student Assistant (OPS)
Position description:
This position is a part-time OPS position (onsite or remote) to assist with a project focused on using machine learning to detect invasive plants using drone imagery. This statewide position involves close collaboration with a research team and provides an excellent opportunity for the candidate to develop valuable skills in GIS, machine learning, and aquatic plant identification.
Responsibilities:
- Annotate aerial imagery in a GIS software
- Review already existing annotations
- Manage vector and raster data in a GIS software
- Train Machine learning algorithms
- Use the trained models to detect invasive plants
- Assess results accuracy and report writing
Minimum qualifications:
- Enrolled at the University of Florida
- Familiarity with GIS software (e.g. ArcGIS or QGIS)
- Capacity to compile data in written and digital forms
- Punctuality, attention to detail
- Availability to work until June 30th with potential extension for another year.
Preferred qualifications:
Passion for natural area conservation; experience in aquatic plant identification; experience with remote sensing, image analysis, Python or R, database management, statistics and mathematics
Advertised salary: $18/hr
Start date: As soon as position is filled
Expected end date: June, 30th 2025
Interested? Submit a brief cover letter, a CV or resume, and two references (with contact information) to Amr Abd-Elrahman (aamr@ufl.edu) by Friday, February 20th, 2025.
Student Research Technician-Ecohydrology
The University of Florida Ecohydrology Lab (https://ffgs.ifas.ufl.edu/Ecohydrology/) is seeking a student research technician to assist with multiple research projects in North Florida streams, forests, lakes, and wetlands during the Fall 2024 semester. The selected candidate should have an interest in hydrology and natural resources and will assist with field (e.g., data downloads from field sensors and water sample collection) and lab (e.g., sample processing, data entry, and sensor calibration) efforts. Interested candidates should have at minimum one full day of availability per week to help with fieldwork. Compensation will start at $15 an hour.
Forest and Farm Helper
We operate a family farm in northern Alachua County and seek one additional part-time employee. Tasks include forestry (pine plantation management), restoration (longleaf pine savanna), and agriculture (pecan grove). The work requires walking, lifting, and use of hand and power tools. In addition to routine labor chores, the job provides an opportunity to learn about machine operation and maintenance, safe application of herbicides, wildflower seed handling, and prescribed burning. The employee would have to provide their own transportation to and from the farm, located 27 miles north of the UF campus. Pay is $13.00 per hour. No prior experience is required. If interested, please contact Dr. Jack Ewel at jackewel99@gmail.com.
Part-Time (OPS) Student Assistant -- Programming
Dr. Henry Hochmair, Professor of Geomatics in the School of Forest, Fisheries and Geomatics Sciences, is seeking a graduate student for a part-time programming position to contribute to a funded project focused on simulating the tunneling behavior of subterranean termites. The project aims to develop a stochastic lattice-based gas model to simulate termite foraging patterns beneath the surface in search of food resources. The project is set to be completed by April 2025 and will involve programming in Python or R.
Project Overview:
Previous laboratory studies with planar foraging arenas have provided valuable insights into tunnel construction mechanics and the factors influencing tunnel geometry. Using this empirical data (e.g., branching angles), the model will simulate termite tunneling patterns from a colony introduction point, interacting with bait stations and determining the first interception time.
Key Responsibilities:
• Model Development: Implement a stochastic lattice-based gas model to simulate termite tunneling behavior.
• Temporal Visualization: Develop a dynamic visualization to display the tunneling process over time within the lattice environment.
• Model Validation: Conduct statistical comparisons between the simulated tunnel network characteristics and those observed in earlier laboratory studies, including analysis of arena timelapse videos.
Requirements:
• Proficiency in Python or R.
• Strong problem-solving skills and an interest in ecological modeling.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate on an interdisciplinary project.
Additional Details:
• Hours: Flexible, part-time with negotiable weekly hours.
• Compensation: Hourly pay rate is negotiable based on experience.
For more information or to apply, please contact:
Dr. Henry Hochmair
Professor of Geomatics
email: hhhochmair@ufl.edu
Marine Turtle Specialist
Salary: $19.05 - $21.51 Hourly
Department: Recreation Services - Parks Operations
General Statement of Job
The Marine Turtle Specialist performs technical work in support of marine turtle conservation, including identifying and documenting sea turtle nesting activity during early morning nesting surveys along approximately five miles of beach. The position enters and analyzes sea turtle nesting data, assists with the care, feeding, and maintenance of indoor and outdoor aquariums and associated life support systems, and conducts public presentations and educational programs. The position is headquartered at the Gumbo Limbo Environmental Complex and is performed under the general supervision of the Sea Turtle Conservation Coordinator.
Essential Functions
Conduct early morning beach surveys for sea turtle nests in Boca Raton. Identify all nesting emergencies and non-nesting emergencies. Properly mark, protect, and record sea turtle activity (i.e., nesting and crawls). Use non-lethal predation deterrents/irritants. Record and report disorientation and predation events. Excavate and inventory nests. Provide proper care and husbandry to hatchling sea turtles prior to release. Assist with the care and feeding of permanent resident sea turtles in outdoor aquariums. Respond to sea turtle and other marine animal stranding events, including transport to rehabilitation facilities or wildlife centers. Assist with and conduct public presentations for sea turtle-related programs (Turtle Walks, Hatchling Releases, school and camp programs, etc.). Enter data in field notebooks and GIS software on iPads or handheld computers. Maintain equipment and clean storage areas. Operate ATVs, utility vehicles, trucks, and vans. Operate the radio to stay in contact with other staff members. Assist Aquarist with indoor and outdoor aquarium food prep, public feeding presentations, water quality testing, and life support system maintenance. Participate in onsite facility events and outreach events. Attend annual meetings, training, and/or workshops associated with sea turtle strandings, nest monitoring, and rehab as required by the FWC permit requirements.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Basic knowledge of environmental conservation principles, including sea turtle conservation and rehabilitation practices, customer service principles and public engagement in an educational or visitor-facing environment, and basic data entry procedures and record-keeping practices.
Skilled in:
Strong verbal communication skills to effectively interact with the public, staff, and external partners, data entry skills with an emphasis on accuracy and efficiency, interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse groups and individuals, and organizational skills to manage tasks independently while supporting team objectives.
Ability to:
Learn new tasks and procedures quickly, complete work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, establish and maintain effective working relationships with Environmental Center staff, outside agencies, and the public, respond clearly and appropriately to citizen and visitor questions regarding sea turtles and conservation efforts, adapt to fluctuating schedules and workload demands tied to environmental and wildlife activity, and support public education programs during evening hours.
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
Graduation from high school or equivalent, with some college-level coursework in biological science, environmental science, or a related field.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in the biological or marine sciences preferred. Prior experience conducting field work and using Geographic Information System technology. Additional experience is accepted as a minimum requirement in lieu of the postsecondary degree on the following basis: additional four (4) years in lieu of the bachelor’s degree, and additional two (2) years in lieu of an associate degree.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with no more than six (6) points within a three (3) year period. Complete an ATV certification course within 60 days of employment. Ability to work variable and non-traditional hours, including early mornings (up to 45 minutes before sunrise) and occasional late evenings, based on nesting season and public program schedules. Availability to work primarily during nesting season (March – October), with peak workload from May through August. Minimal hours during the offseason (November - February). Annual hours not to exceed 1300 per year.
POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:
Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:
Criminal Background Check
Employment Verification
Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check
Physical Examination
Drug and Alcohol Screening
Rehabilitation & Life Support Systems Assistant
KBSTRRC seeks a part-time Rehabilitation & Life Support Systems Assistant for approximately 24 hours per week to support the daily husbandry and medical care of sea turtle patients undergoing rehabilitation, as well as to support the daily operations and maintenance of the life support systems. Working under the supervision of the Rehabilitation Manager, this position assists with patient admissions, approved medical treatments, animal records management, and coordination of care with volunteers and interns.
The position also assists with water quality monitoring and life support systems maintenance, provides coverage as needed and coordinating LSS with volunteers and interns. CLICK HERE for a complete job description.
Salary Range: $16-18/hour
Benefits: Health, dental, & vision insurance; paid holidays; paid time off. Please note that benefits for this position are pro-rated commensurate with hours worked.
Job Type: This is a part-time, non-exempt position working approximately 24 hours per week. Regular schedule will include at least one weekend day.
To apply: email a cover letter, resume, and the names of three professional references to: employment@seaturtlehospital.org. Please include “Rehabilitation & LSS Assistant” in the subject line of your email. Position open until filled. KBSTRRC is an equal opportunity employer.