Job Announcements

Conservation Center in Spanish Fort, Alabama
AWF is expanding on our success with the Alabama Nature Center with plans to launch a similar facility and programs in southwest Alabama at the site currently known as Five Rivers Delta Resource Center in Spanish Fort. We are seeking applicants for 6 positions associated with our planned Conservation Center to assist with this expansion. Please click on each title for specific details:
 
Administrative Assistant – Alabama Nature Center

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: March 15, 2025
Full Time with Benefits
POSITION LOCATION: Alabama Nature Center – Millbrook, Alabama

BACKGROUND: TAlabama Wildlife Federation (AWF), a 501c3 non-profit and the state’s oldest and largest citizen’s conservation organization, is seeking qualified candidates for Administrative Assistant at our Alabama Nature Center facility in Millbrook, Alabama. This is a full-time position with benefits. The Administrative Assistant will work under the supervision of the ANC Administrative Coordinator and will assist with delivery of the following duties.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:
  • Welcome and Reception – assisting with general public welcome and reception responsibilities, including multi-line phone reception, email communications, and face-to-face greeting.
  • Administrative Services – assisting with administrative/clerical needs of Alabama Nature Staff
  • Database Entry/List Management – assisting with data input and report output; common operating programs utilized are Excel, Word, and Access.
  • Scheduling – assisting with tasks associated with school field trip/other education program bookings, rentals and meetings
  • Billing, Deposit Preparation, and Accounts Receivable – assisting with deposit preparation and billing/payment associated with Alabama Nature Center programs and event/meeting rentals
  • Purchasing – assisting with preparation, acquisition, and timely delivery of supplies and materials for general office and program needs
  • Gift Shop – assisting with inventory management, in-store sales, and overall operation of the on-site Alabama Nature Center Gift Shop
  • Meeting/Event Rentals – assisting with rental inquiries, bookings, logistics, and set-up and take-down needs associated with meetings/events at the Alabama Nature Center
  • Open/Close and Housekeeping Logistics – assist with daily facility open and close procedures and monitoring housekeeping service contract performance
QUALIFICATIONS/DESIRED ATTRIBUTES:
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
  • Motivated, positive thinking, self-starter that can work in a team environment
  • Excellent people skills as well as verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment
  • Ability to toggle from one task to another with and without advance notice
  • Ability to take verbal and written instructions and implement them in a timely and accurate manner
COMPENSATION / EMPLOYMENT PROVISIONS:
  • Starting Salary: $28,000 - $32,000 commensurate with qualifications/experience
  • Hours: 8AM-5PM Monday- Friday; occasional evening/weekend hours during special events
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance; Life Insurance; Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Simple IRA Plan with up to 3% march upon qualification
  • Holidays: New Years, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas

SUBMITTALS/INQUIRIES:
To Apply – via email, send a one-page letter of application along with a resume to:
Kasie Green, ANC Administrative Coordinator (kgreen@alabamawildlife.org)
For more information regarding the Alabama Wildlife Federation and our Alabama Nature Center
facility, visit the AWF website at www.alabamawildlife.org

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Open until filled.

For more information about the Alabama Wildlife Federation, go to www.alabamawildlife.org.
 
Resource Stewardship Biologist

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: March 15, 2025
Full Time with Benefits
POSITION LOCATION: Remote – southern half of the state

BACKGROUND: The Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) is a 501c3 charity and the state’s oldest and largest citizen’s conservation organization. AWF’s mission is to promote the wise use and responsible stewardship of Alabama’s wildlife, forests, fish, waters, and soils. We accomplish this through programs and projects in three primary focus areas: Conservation Education, Resource Stewardship, and Hunting and Angling Heritage.

In 1999, AWF launched our Land Stewardship Assistance Program focused on providing quality, on-the-ground, habitat-based, wildlife management planning assistance to private landowners. Today, AWF employs two Resource Stewardship Biologists and has provided over 1,000 assists encompassing management recommendations on more than half a million acres in Alabama.
 
POSITION SUMMARY: The candidate selected for this position will join AWF’s Land Stewardship Assistance Team and will be the lead wildlife biologist for assisting private landowners in the southern portion of the state. In addition, this position will serve as coordinator of our Longleaf Ecosystem Restoration initiative that prioritizes assistance activities with landowners with an interest in longleaf ecosystem habitat or a land-base that could support the longleaf ecosystem.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:
  • Meet with private landowners on their property to discuss management objectives and evaluate current habitat conditions.
  • Provide general and species/ecosystem specific written wildlife management technical recommendations to private landowners assisted.
  • Develop, coordinate, and deliver presentations/education programs to landowners/resource professionals.
  • Develop and implement outreach strategies to reach and engage private landowners.
  • Prepare project-related and general wildlife management articles for Alabama Wildlife, the quarterly magazine of the Alabama Wildlife Federation as prescribed
  • Maintain project records and report associated information and accomplishments to supervisor and partners as needed and for periodic reports
  • Work cooperatively with other conservation organizations and natural resource agencies
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • B.S. degree (minimum) in wildlife management, wildlife ecology, or related field. Joint degree(s) in wildlife/forestry preferred.
  • Experience or knowledge in longleaf ecosystem restoration, wetlands management/restoration, native warm season grass establishment/management a plus
  • Experience working with private landowners a plus
  • Ability to communicate complex biological concepts to landowners and the public.
  • Knowledge of USDA Farm Bill programs (e.g. EQIP, CSP, CRP. etc.) a plus
  • Ability and willingness to work in a partnership
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Dependable transportation for conduct of business
  • Ability to travel, including occasional overnight stays within state
COMPENSATION / EMPLOYMENT PROVISIONS:
Position Type: Full-time with Health and Dental Insurance, SIMPLE IRA, Paid Leave
Starting Salary: $38,000 - $60,000 - commensurate with qualifications/experience.
Supervisor: Claude Jenkins, AWF Sr. Resource Stewardship Biologist

SUBMITTALS/INQUIRIES:
To apply, send a one-page application letter and resume via email to:
Claude L. Jenkins, Sr. Resource Stewardship Biologist
Email: cjenkins@alabamawildlife.org

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: March 15, 2025

For more information about the Alabama Wildlife Federation, go to www.alabamawildlife.org.

Alabama Nature Center Naturalist Job Announcement
Alabama Nature Center – Naturalist Job Announcement and Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Naturalist is responsible for sharing their passion for the natural world when teaching outdoor education programs to groups of children and adults. The Naturalist’s goals are to encourage students’ awareness and appreciation of the environment, broaden the students’ knowledge of science concepts, and foster students’ understanding of the proper use, management, and protection of our natural resources.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ensuring programs are taught according to the curriculum developed by the Alabama Nature Center staff and in consideration of the mission of the Alabama Wildlife Federation
  • Ability to set tone and be in control of your group
  • Ability to interact successfully and communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, teachers, parents, and students
  • Ability to respond to immediate needs and make independent decisions pertaining to students, programs, and emergency situations
  • Ability to be reliable and punctual for all programs
  • Ability to hike on trails with uneven terrain
  • Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures
  • Willingness to handle and care for resident education animals used for programs
  • Willingness to maintain CPR/First Aid Certification (training provided)
  • A background check will be required
 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's or Associate degree from a four-year college or university with major course work in the natural sciences or education field
  • Experience working with children in an educational setting

COMPENSATION:
This position is part-time, hourly, and seasonal. The number of hours offered varies depending on when students are at the Alabama Nature Center for school programs. Hourly pay for this position will be determined based on qualifications. There is a potential for raises. There are no health or retirement benefits offered with this position.

SUBMITTALS:
Email 1) your resume, 2) three professional references, and 3) a cover letter that explains why you are applying for the position, what you bring to the table, and why conservation education is important to you.

Hollie Terry, Director of School Programs
hterry@alabamawildlife.org
Alabama Wildlife Federation
3050 Lanark Road
Millbrook, AL 36054

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION SUBMITTALS: ONGOING

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