Job Description:

Job Title:

Stewardship Coordinator

Position Number:

510420

Requisition Number:

B08803

Position Type:

Faculty 11-12 Months

Time-limited through:

06/30/2025

Type of Appointment:

Full-Time, Non-Tenure-Track

Faculty Position Sub-Type:

Research

Length of Appointment:

12 months

Internal Recruitment?:

No

Working Hours:

8:00 am- 5:00 pm

Department:

Biology

Organization:

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES

Division:

Academic Affairs - DIV

College:

College of Arts and Sciences

Approved Hiring Salary Range:

$60,000 to negotiable

Pay Basis:

Annually

Equal Opportunity:

In 2020, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the HEED institutions and was recognized as a 2020 Diversity Champion.

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie:

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University's collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF's mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.

Faculty Initiatives:

The University of North Florida promotes the quality and effectiveness of education and strives to maintain the highest standards of academic excellence in all phases of instruction, research/scholarship/creative activity, and service.

General Description / Primary Purpose:

The Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTMNERR) and the University of North Florida invite applications for the position of Stewardship Coordinator. Located near St. Augustine, Florida, the GTM Research Reserve is one of 30 sites around the U.S. that make up NOAA's National Estuarine Research Reserve System (NERRS).

Job Function:

Based on the reserve's management plan, responsibilities include the following,


1) designing and implementing research and long-term monitoring that complements the reserve's System-Wide Monitoring Program (SWMP) and informs habitat restoration and management,2) coordinating habitat mapping and change analysis efforts in conjunction with NERRS priorities,3) designing, implementing, and evaluating habitat restoration and management projects for GTM's estuaries and associated wetlands,4) advising/mentoring graduate and undergraduate research students in habitat management and landscape ecology,5) supporting internally and externally funded visiting investigators in habitat management and landscape ecology,6) serving as the Aquatic Preserve Manager for the Guana River Marsh Aquatic Preserve and Pellicer Creek Aquatic Preserve, which includes writing management plans and providing technical assistance to state, regional or local permitting, planning or enforcement authorities to ensure that regulations are properly implemented, applied, and enforced,7) collaborating with local, state, and national partners to maximize efficiency and efficacy in habitat restoration and management, and8) representing the Stewardship Sector and the Reserve's Aquatic Preserves at local, regional, and national meetings including serving on the steering committee of the Northeast Estuarine Restoration Team.

Percentage Of Time:

100

Marginal Functions:

Other duties include supervising Stewardship staff (typically 1-2 positions); writing, reporting on, and managing grants; writing technical reports and research papers for publication; and developing and managing annual work plans and budgets. The Stewardship Coordinator is housed at the GTM NERR headquarters in South Ponte Vedra and serves as a faculty member in the Department of Biology at the University of North Florida in nearby Jacksonville, Florida.

Faculty Position Required Qualifications:

Knowledge of terminology, principles, analytical techniques, and data collection and analysis procedures for the natural and estuarine sciences; Experience in collecting and analyzing biological and chemical specimens or samples; Skill in and experience in planning and implementing research and resource management projects; Skill in and experience in using ArcGIS tools and applications; Ability to understand and apply applicable environmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to environmental programs; Ability to develop long range management plans; Ability to work independently and on teams; Ability to effectively mentor, supervise, and train students, staff, and volunteers; Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments;

Departmental Requirements:

A Ph.D. in appropriate field is preferred. Salary negotiable based on experience and credentials.


Experience working in saltmarsh and/or mangrove ecosystems is required.


Ability to safely operate and maintain vessels, vehicles, and field equipment; Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing; Ability to communicate with the public in a courteous and tactful manner.

Statement(s) of Understanding Definition:

Background Check: This position requires a level II background check, which includes fingerprinting. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.


Foreign Influence Review: Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants must fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.


Responsible Employee: The holder of this position is designated as a "Responsible Employee" pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University's Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.

Required Licensure or Certification:

Valid driver's license

Machines/Equipment used regularly:

Motor vehicles, vessels, and field equipment

Anticipated Start Date:

07/15/2024

Job Posting Date:

04/26/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Point of Contact Information:

Patricia Launer x2321

Hiring Official:

Lia Sansom

Location if not Jacksonville:

Ponte Vedra

Special Instructions:

Applicants must complete an online application, as well as upload supplemental documents, at
www.unfjobs.org in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online and/or upload all the required documents will not be considered for this position. Once you submit both your completed application and uploaded documents you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Lia Sansom at (904) 380-8602, or Lia.Sansom@dep.state.fl.us. Initial review of applications will begin on 05/15/2024.

Quicklink:

https://www.unfjobs.org/postings/27526

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