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Working TitleNatural Resource Specialist

Position LocationFort Polk, Louisiana

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202501476AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib I

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$40,000 - $50,000

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on10/20/2025

Description of Work Unit

The Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands ( CEMML ) is a research, education, and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University ( CSU ). CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions that sustain our resources for future generations.

To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/.

Position Summary

The Natural Resource Specialist is a Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands ( CEMML ) Team member and Colorado State University employee who will be stationed in Fort Polk, Louisiana. Fort Polk is located in west-central Louisiana among the longleaf pine forests of the Kisatchie National Forest.

This position will support the Fort Polk Conservation Branch programs by assisting with the management of botanical resources of conservation concern, mitigation monitoring, maneuver damage, and National Environmental Policy Act ( NEPA ) processes with an emphasis on botany-related requests. Support from this position will include assisting the INRMP Program with review and development of NEPA documentation to evaluate potential effects to sensitive species due to planned projects and military training on the installation. Additionally, this position may support the INRMP Program Manager and other Conservation Branch SMEs with field data collection, data entry, and assist with analysis, report writing and SOP development. The Natural Resource Specialist will work independently or as part of a team to assist the Conservation Branch.

Work will include driving 4×4 trucks into the field to conduct surveys, assessments, and monitoring. Work will mostly take place Monday through Friday with an occasional request to work on a weekend. This position balances office and field-based work and, as such, the Natural Resource Specialist will be required to work outdoors in challenging conditions.

Required Job Qualifications

+ Must be a current CSU and CEMML employee

+ Bachelor of Science in environmental science, natural resources, or related field that is conducive to managing all aspects of the position

+ 1 year of experience in the natural resources field

+ Experience with technical writing/reporting

+ Experience communicating with stakeholders and/or the public

+ Experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint

+ Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date

+ The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position

Preferred Job Qualifications

+ Experience with botany surveys

+ Experience with ArcGIS working with/creating shapefiles, maps, or geodatabases

+ Knowledge about/experience with NEPA document preparation, NEPA document tracking, post- NEPA monitoring

+ Experience working in the southern/Louisiana ecosystems

+ Experience operating 4-wheel drive vehicles, ATVs/UTVs

+ Experience working on a military installation

+ Experience working on Fort Polk

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryCoordination with personnel

Duty/Responsibility

Coordination with Integrated Natural Resource Management Plan ( INRMP ) program colleagues, Environmental Natural Resources Management Division ( ENRMD ) colleagues, Range Control, and others as necessary and required to ensure successful transfer of information and planning for field efforts.

Percentage Of Time5

Job Duty CategoryMeetings, scheduling, and training

Duty/Responsibility

Participate in weekly meetings for planning execution aspects for projects. Attend training opportunities to prepare for and improve upon field work and professional knowledge. Scheduling of work efforts with colleagues.

Percentage Of Time5

Job Duty CategoryProject execution

Duty/Responsibility

Provide support necessary to assist the Fort Polk Conservation Branch in implementing management guidelines of Conservation Branch programs through INRMP , NEPA , Maneuver Damage and Mitigation Monitoring, IPMP , and Threatened and Endangered Species Management Programs. This includes but not limited to protocol/project planning, design, implementation, report writing and data analysis, and NEPA analysis. Work individually or as part of a team in field settings around Fort Polk and associated training lands. Work will take place in remote areas with exposure to challenging physical and environmental conditions. Use of GPS units will be required.

Percentage Of Time60

Job Duty CategoryReporting

Duty/Responsibility

Completing field data sheets, entry of data into database.

Developing reports.

Percentage Of Time5

Job Duty CategoryEquipment/maintenance support

Duty/Responsibility

Preparation and tracking of forms to acquire equipment needed for project execution. Cleaning vehicles inside and out, taking vehicles for routine and required maintenance.

Percentage Of Time5

Job Duty CategoryOutreach

Duty/Responsibility

Preparation and maintenance of informative ENRMD and Conservation Branch displays and presentations for public viewing. Participate in public outreach programs to Army personnel, local schools, clubs, and societies.

Percentage Of Time5

Job Duty CategoryManeuver damage inspections

Duty/Responsibility

Support maneuver damage inspections on a rotating basis after Army training activities occur on Fort Polk training lands. Assessments will follow protocol provided by the Maneuver Damage team and will occasionally occur on weekends. Goal of inspections is to assess damage to landscape and habitat caused by training activities and provide data necessary for the Integrated Training Area Management ( ITAM ) team to remediate damage.

Percentage Of Time5

Job Duty CategorySpecial events and requests

Duty/Responsibility

Preparation and participation in special events and requests to include, but not limited to, special projects, additional data calls, reporting and all other support functions as identified by the Fort Polk Program Managers.

Percentage Of Time5

Job Duty CategoryDeliverables

Duty/Responsibility

Provide information/details required to complete the quarterly reporting requirements, support project reports as required.

Percentage Of Time5

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than October 20, 2025, for full consideration. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.

Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of:

1. Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the ‘Cover Letter’ slot.

2. Resume

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License - Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date., Special Requirements/Other - The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Search ContactAbigail Arfman ([email protected])

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Background Check Policy Statement

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Resume

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