Jobs Title:
Job Opportunity: Pine Mountain Preserves Manager with the Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves

Post Date
2/6/2025

Expiration Date
2/26/2025

Details:
The Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves is seeking a passionate and experienced conservation professional to join our team as the Pine Mountain Preserves Manager (Environmental Scientist III Merit). This role offers a unique opportunity to lead conservation efforts across some of the most ecologically significant landscapes in southeastern Kentucky, including Pine Mountain, Cumberland Mountain, Brush Mountain, and Stone Mountain.

Position Details:
-Location: Southeastern Kentucky
-Salary: $3,845.56 - $5,768.44 Monthly (37.5-hour workweek)
-Application Deadline: 2/26/2025 (7:00 PM EST)
-Apply at: https://kypersonnelcabinet.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=67451&site=48

About the Role:
The Pine Mountain Preserves Manager will oversee land management activities on State Nature Preserves and Heritage Lands, ensuring the protection and restoration of Kentucky\'s unique biodiversity. This position involves habitat restoration, prescribed fire operations, invasive species control, and ecological assessments. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in land management, and a commitment to conservation.

Key Responsibilities Include:
-Leading conservation and habitat management efforts across multiple preserves
-Conducting biological inventories and ecological assessments
-Managing prescribed burns, invasive species treatments, and rare species restoration
-Overseeing trail development, infrastructure projects, and land-use compliance
-Engaging with stakeholders, partners, and the public to advance conservation goals


Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
-Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a relevant field with three years of experience in natural resource management
-Experience with prescribed fire operations, invasive species control, and habitat restoration
-Strong communication and collaboration skills
-Ability to travel frequently and conduct physically demanding fieldwork


Comments:
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact on Kentucky's natural heritage while working with a dedicated team of conservation professionals. If you or someone in your network is interested, we encourage you to apply or share this opportunity with potential candidates.





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Employer:
Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves--Commonwealth of Kentuck
Contact:
Jason Nally

Address:
300 Sower Blvd. 4th Floor Frankfort, KY 40601

Work Phone:
5023304328

Email:
jason.nally@ky.gov

Website:
https://eec.ky.gov/Nature-Preserves/Pages/default.aspx