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GHD Group

Ecologist

Houston, TX · On-site

... assist in the collection of biological data and prepare environmental reports and permit ... Professional certification such as a Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS), Certified Wildlife ...

GHD

Ecologist

Houston, TX

... assist in the collection of biological data and prepare environmental reports and permit ... Professional certification such as a Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS), Certified Wildlife ...

V3 Companies

Field Ecologist II-III

West Chicago, IL · On-site

... ecosystems, wildlife habitats, and environmental processes. Your work will contribute to ... Coordinate with construction foreman, project managers and ecologists. * Assist with other duties ...

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Field Ecologist II-III

Woodridge, IL · On-site

... ecosystems, wildlife habitats, and environmental processes. Your work will contribute to ... Coordinate with construction foreman, project managers and ecologists. * Assist with other duties ...

DGS Office of External Affairs

NY · On-site

$52 - $70/hr

The biologist will conduct wildlife surveys, assist with hunter check stations, support GIS and ... Knowledge of ecology, wildlife management, and GIS * Ability to work independently and plan work ...

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Field Ecologist II-III

West Chicago, IL · On-site

$23 - $30/hr

... ecosystems, wildlife habitats, and environmental processes. Your work will contribute to ... Coordinate with construction foreman, project managers and ecologists. * Assist with other duties ...

GREAT BASIN INSTITUTE

$16 - $20.45/hr

Track project work progress and assist with documentation of invasive species treatments with use ... Required: * Bachelor's degree in biology, wildlife ecology or management, or related field.

V3 Companies

Field Ecologist II-III

Woodridge, IL · On-site

$23 - $30/hr

... ecosystems, wildlife habitats, and environmental processes. Your work will contribute to ... Coordinate with construction foreman, project managers and ecologists. * Assist with other duties ...

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How much do assistant wildlife ecologist jobs pay per month?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average monthly pay for assistant wildlife ecologist in the United States is $6,793.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $6,666.67 and $8,208.33 per month, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Wildlife Ecologist vs Wildlife Biologist?

AspectAssistant Wildlife EcologistWildlife Biologist
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in ecology, biology, or related field; some roles may require internshipsBachelor's or higher in biology, ecology, or wildlife science; often requires more experience
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, research sites, conservation areas, laboratoriesFieldwork, research institutions, government agencies, environmental organizations
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies, conservation groups, research projectsResearch institutions, government agencies, NGOs, environmental consulting

Assistant Wildlife Ecologists typically support research and conservation efforts under supervision, focusing on data collection and fieldwork. Wildlife Biologists often have more experience and responsibilities, including designing studies and analyzing data. Both roles work in similar environments and require related credentials, but Wildlife Biologists generally hold higher qualifications and have broader responsibilities.

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Wildlife Refuge Manager

Internships | Texas A&M University Kingsville

Yigo, GU • On-site

$106K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

This position serves as the Wildlife Refuge Manager for Guam National Wildlife Refuge in Yigo, Guam, providing leadership and direction for refuge operations. Responsibilities include overseeing staff, habitat and wildlife management, conservation programs, public use, land acquisition, facilities, budgeting, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with diverse partners to advance conservation goals.
Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) rate of 11.88% is authorized.

Qualifications:Qualifications:
All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement - 08/27/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Competitive candidates must also meet Time-in-Grade requirements as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F.
For current Federal employees, if hours worked per week are not included on your resume, you must submit a non-award SF-50 as part of your application to be used to validate your work schedule and determine the amount of specialized experience that you will be granted. An award SF-50 will not be acceptable documentation for which to consider your amount of qualifying experience. For periods of time that reflect military service, the DD-214 or Statement of Service is sufficient to meet the work schedule requirement as the service dates will be reflected. For all other applicants who are not current federal employees, your resume must state either "full-time" (or "40 hours a week") or "part-time" with the number of hours worked per week to ensure proper crediting of specialized experience.

Minimum Qualification Requirements: To qualify for this position, you must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Basic Educational Requirement AND/OR Specialized Experience for the series to which you are applying.

Basic Educational Requirements: In addition to the specialized experience requirements for this position, you must meet at least one of the following:
A. Degree: zoology, wildlife management, or an appropriate field of biology that included at least 9 semester hours in zoology; 6 semester hours in such wildlife courses as mammalogy, ornithology, animal ecology, or wildlife management; and 3 semester hours in botany, and 3 semester hours in conservation biology. You must submit transcripts.
-OR-
B. Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in one of the fields described in A above that included at least 9 semester hours in zoology; 6 semester hours in such wildlife courses as mammalogy, ornithology, animal ecology, or wildlife management; and 3 semester hours in botany, and 3 semester hours in conservation biology, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

To qualify for this position at the GS-13 grade level:
Experience: To qualify, you must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience: 1) Planning, administering, evaluating, managing, and/or operating programs, activities, and projects associated with conserving and managing fish and/or wildlife resources on public or private land for the purpose of providing critical habitat for fish and wildlife; 2) Applying wildlife biology, ecology, and/or habitat management procedures and policies to be implemented and conducted in field operations; 3) Assist with development of long and short term management plans; 4) leading a staff of professional and nonprofessional personnel; and 5) Delivering formal and informal presentations, conducting training, leading meetings, facilitating refuge or program tours, or representing an organization before partners, community groups, or the public. You must include hours per week worked.

Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Education:This position has a mandatory education requirement.
You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include your name, school name, grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, and date the degree was conferred, if applicable. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc. will not be accepted. Non-submission may result in being rated not qualified for the position. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.
Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. For more information on how foreign education is evaluated, visit: https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualificationsEmployment Type: OTHER

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