• Ecological Preserve Manager

    Old Dominion University (Norfolk, VA)


    Posting Details

     

    Job Title Ecological Preserve Manager

     

    Department M.P. HOGAN ENDOWED PROF

     

    Position Number GP247A

     

    Location Norfolk, VA

    Job Summary

    The Ecological Preserve Manager will manage the Blackwater Ecological Preserve, which consists of 319 acres of threatened long leaf pine and other rare species. The manager will serve as the point of contact for all matters related to the preserve and will work with our partners to pursue the goals of preservation, education, outreach, research, and restoration. The manager will also be responsible for teaching two courses per year in the Department of Biological Sciences as assigned.

     

    + The primary goals for the Ecological Preserve Manager are as follows: Maintain the Blackwater Ecological Preserve.

    + Work with partners donors to preserve this important, diverse ecosystem.

    + Expand research activities at the Preserve.

    + Invite collaboration from researchers around the country.

    + Apply for foundation and/or grant funding as appropriate.

    + Expand educational and outreach activities at the Preserve.

    + Support restoration efforts for longleaf pine.

     

    Position Type FullTime

     

    Type of Recruitment General Public

    Minimum Qualifications

    MS in biological or ecological sciences or related field, required.

    Knowledge:

    + Considerable knowledge of longleaf pine ecosystem, including plants and animals found there.

    + Considerable knowledge of ecological research methods.

    + Familiarity with restoration efforts. Familiarity with prescribed burns.

    Skills:

    + Expertise in data analysis, scientific writing, scientific communication.

    Abilities:

    + Excellent oral and written communication.

    + Supervision of student research projects.

    + Considerable experience with longleaf pine ecosystem.

    + Some experience interacting with conservation and educational agencies and institutions.

    Preferred Qualifications

    PhD in biological or ecological sciences or related field preferred

     

    Conditions of Employment

     

    Job Open Date 11/21/2025

     

    Open Until Filled No

     

    Application Review Date 12/08/2025

     

    Job Close Date 12/08/2025

     

    Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required

     

    Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

    Department Information

    For information about the Blackwater Ecological Preserve, please visit https://sites.wp.odu.edu/musselmanpage/.

    Equity Statement

    It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

     

    Reasonable Accommodation Request

     

    If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.

    Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

    ODU Statement

    Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’s forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.

     

    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

    + Curriculum Vitae

    + Cover Letter/Letter of Application

    + Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

     

    Optional Documents

     

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