Public Service Professional - Asheville, NC

Public Service Professional
- Asheville, NC

Position Information Classification Title Public Service Pro I FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent

• Posting Number S14996P
• Working Title Public Service Professional
  - Asheville, NC
• Posting Date 04/15/2026
• Open until filled Yes
• Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 09/01/2026
• Location of Vacancy Outside Georgia
• Advertised Salary 54,636

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.

USG Core Values Statement:
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

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.

• 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

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 have P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities.

For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for…