Public Service Professional - Asheville, NC

Posting Details

Posting Number: S14996P

Working Title:

Public Service Professional - Asheville, NC

Department:
Warnell-Outreach & Service

About the University of Georgia:
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./. The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About

the College/Unit/Department Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

This position is located in the NRCS Area 1 / Asheville, NC

Advertised Salary

54,636

Posting Date

04/15/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date Proposed Starting Date

09/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy

Outside Georgia

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR hrweb
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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom
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Position Information Classification Title

Public Service Pro I

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

None

Position Summary

The University of Georgia ( UGA ) is seeking applications for a Private Lands Biologist to support implementation of the Working Lands for Wildlife ( WLFW ) Aquatics Connectivity Framework. This position is located in North Carolina in NRCS Area
1. This project is a collaboration between UGA and the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service ( NRCS ) WLFW program. Through the Farm Bill, NRCS provides technical and financial assistance to farmers, ranchers, and forestland owners/managers who voluntarily undertake conservation practices on working lands. WLFW systematically targets conservation efforts to enhance wildlife habitat on agricultural landscapes while improving agricultural and forest productivity.

Hell benders face many threats from conventional agricultural practices that lead to loss of forested riparian habitat and degraded water quality from sedimentation and pollutants.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Strong aquatic ecology background with ability to apply it in agricultural systems in Western NC; hellbender ecology preferred
• Familiarity with USDA NRCS conservation programs, processes, and/or software NRCS
• Experience conducting biological fieldwork (e.g., aquatic species surveys, riparian/habitat assessments) and supporting aquatic habitat restoration projects
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state conservation/wildlife programs (e.g., Farm Bill, Endangered Species Act, State Wildlife Agency private lands programs) and how they're implemented in working lands
• Proficiency with GIS /geospatial tools, Microsoft Office, and field data collection platforms
• Strong project management skills (multiple projects, deadlines) and ability to work effectively in office/local NRCS field office schedule
• Demonstrated strong written/verbal communication and ability to build and maintain productive landowner relationships

Physical Demands

Field work on site in North Carolina, as well as work for periods at a desk using a computer

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Is this a Position of Trust?

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this…