"Ecological Preserve Manager"

Job Details

Posting Details

Job Title
Ecological Preserve Manager

Department
M.P. HOGAN ENDOWED PROF

Position Number
GP247A

Location
Norfolk, VA

Job Summary

The Ecological Preserve Manager will manage the Blackwater Ecological Preserve, which consists of 319 acres of threatened long leaf pine and other rare species. The manager will serve as the point of contact for all matters related to the preserve and will work with our partners to pursue the goals of preservation, education, outreach, research, and restoration. The manager will also be responsible for teaching two courses per year in the Department of Biological Sciences as assigned.

• The primary goals for the Ecological Preserve Manager are as follows: Maintain the Blackwater Ecological Preserve.
• Work with partners donors to preserve this important, diverse ecosystem.
• Expand research activities at the Preserve.
• Invite collaboration from researchers around the country.
• Apply for foundation and/or grant funding as appropriate.
• Expand educational and outreach activities at the Preserve.
• Support restoration efforts for longleaf pine.

Position Type
FullTime

Type of Recruitment
General Public

Minimum Qualifications

MS in biological or ecological sciences or related field, required.

Knowledge:

• Considerable knowledge of longleaf pine ecosystem, including plants and animals found there.
• Considerable knowledge of ecological research methods.
• Familiarity with restoration efforts. Familiarity with prescribed burns.

Skills:

• Expertise in data analysis, scientific writing, scientific communication.

Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Supervision of student research projects.
• Considerable experience with longleaf pine ecosystem.
• Some experience interacting with conservation and educational agencies and institutions.

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in biological or ecological sciences or related field preferred

Conditions of Employment

Job Open Date
11/21/2025

Open Until Filled
No

Application Review Date
12/08/2025

Job Close Date
12/08/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required

Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

Department Information

For information about the Blackwater Ecological Preserve, please visit https://sites.wp.odu.edu/musselmanpage/.