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Washburn County, WI

Conservation Technician

Shell Lake, WI · On-site

$53K - $62K/yr

This position description has been prepared to assist in defining job responsibilities, physical demands, working conditions and skills needed. It is not intended as a complete list of job duties ...

City of Missoula

Conservation Lands Attendant

Missoula, MT · On-site

$18.19 - $18.75/hr

CONSERVATION LANDS ATTENDANT - RESTORATION Maintain restoration of native plant communities and wildlife habitats on conservation lands. Assist with greenhouse plant propagation and invasive species ...

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What is the difference between Conservation Assistant vs Environmental Technician?

AspectConservation AssistantEnvironmental Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications in conservation or environmental scienceHigh school diploma; often requires environmental technician certification or related training
Work EnvironmentOutdoor conservation sites, parks, wildlife reservesLaboratories, field sites, environmental monitoring locations
Employer & IndustryNonprofits, government agencies, parks, conservation organizationsEnvironmental consulting firms, government agencies, research institutions

Both Conservation Assistants and Environmental Technicians work in environmental fields, often outdoors, but Conservation Assistants focus more on hands-on conservation activities, while Environmental Technicians tend to perform technical testing and data collection. The roles overlap in credentials and work environments, making them common comparison choices for those interested in environmental careers.

What are Conservation Assistants?

Conservation Assistants are professionals who support the preservation and care of cultural heritage items such as artworks, historical documents, textiles, and artifacts. They typically work under the supervision of conservators in museums, galleries, libraries, or archives. Their responsibilities include handling and preparing objects for display or storage, assisting with conservation treatments, maintaining records, and ensuring safe environmental conditions for collections. Conservation Assistants play a vital role in protecting valuable items for future generations by helping to prevent deterioration and damage.

What are some typical challenges Conservation Assistants face when working in the field or with collections?

Conservation Assistants often encounter challenges such as handling delicate artifacts or specimens, maintaining detailed documentation, and adhering to strict conservation protocols. In the field, environmental conditions or limited resources can make preservation efforts more complex. Additionally, they must collaborate closely with conservators, scientists, and other staff to ensure best practices are followed, which requires strong communication and adaptability. These challenges offer valuable learning opportunities and contribute to professional growth in the conservation field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Conservation Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Conservation Assistant, you need knowledge of conservation techniques, environmental science, and often a relevant degree or experience in natural resource management. Familiarity with GIS software, data collection tools, and basic laboratory or field equipment is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams are valuable soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate data collection, effective support of conservation projects, and smooth collaboration with scientists and stakeholders.
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Research Assistant (RA), Ocean Giants

Research Assistant (RA), Ocean Giants

New York Aquarium

New York, NY • Hybrid

Other

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Position:                                          Research Assistant (RA), Ocean Giants
Reports to:                                      Executive Director, NY Bight Program 
Position Managed:                         None
Location:                                        New York (Hybrid)
Sector:                                            GCP/Marine Conservation
Scope:                                             Site Focused
Position Type:                                Part-Time

Job Summary:
Join a dynamic team with a proven track record in achieving change to address conservation challenges and threats to marine mammals in the New York Bight. The Research Assistant (RA) will gain valuable experience in applied conservation and research as part of the Ocean Giants Program and will be primarily focused on data processing and analysis of large acoustic data sets as part of our acoustic monitoring projects in the New York Bight. Data analysis will include validation and classification of cetacean vocalizations from automated detection outputs, with the potential to work on the characterization of ambient noise. The RA will also assist with field work activities in the New York Bight collecting marine mammal sightings, photo identification (ID), genetic and tag data. Other aspects of the position include: 1) contributing to policy, education, and advocacy initiatives, and 2) working actively on current or planned projects on ocean noise, eDNA and integration and synthesis of multiple types of data.
The RA will be expected to work independently under the supervision of the Executive Director, NY Bight Program  and the Marine Conservation Scientists and will assist with organizing and processing acoustic data and conducting analyses to satisfy the project goals. The RA position requires individuals that have some experience with analyses of large datasets (particularly acoustic data), have some quantitative analysis skills and fieldwork experience. Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to write scientific papers, have excellent communication skills and the ability to work positively under difficult conditions when in the field. The RA will also be expected to contribute to report writing and publications. The RA is expected to undertake an independent research project of interest, providing that work aligns with one of the Ocean Giant Program's project objectives, which would be expected to result in publication.
Major Responsibilities:

  • Support the Ocean Giant team with acoustic projects.
    • Assist with training interns on the acoustic review process and the identification of cetacean vocalizations.
  • Assist with conducting field work activities in the New York Bight including:
    • Deploying/recovering acoustic units
    • Gather data on vessel surveys; maintain all appropriate field equipment.
  • Contribute to analyses and/or approaches for marine mammal science and conservation.
  • Assist with the management of acoustic data and data collected during field work activities in the New York Bight including sightings and behavioral data, photo ID catalogs and genetic and tag data.
  • Maintain data quality standards and backups of all field-collected and acoustic data.
  • Contribute to report writing for major donors.
  • Contribute to and/or design an independent research project of interest, providing that the work aligns with one of the Ocean Giant Programs project objectives, with the expectation that it would result in a peer-reviewed publication.
  • Advance policy, education, and advocacy initiatives consistent with WCS's mission and objectives.
  • Work on current or planned projects on ocean noise, eDNA, and the synthesis/integration of multiple types of data to support conservation and management outcomes.
  • Create and advance novel content on programmatic website whalesofnewyork.wcs.org (with Conservation Technology group) and related social media.

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