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Lisa L. Smith
Consulting Ecologist
286 Stoneylonesome Rd.
Stahlstown, PA 15687
wildflower@...

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Ellen
Sent: Wednesday, August 16, 2006 9:53 AM
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Subject: PABIODIV: PNHP positions available

1. Central Data Manager: Harrisburg, PA
2. Environmental Review Specialists-2 positions: Harrisburg, PA

CONSERVATION: DATA & GIS MANAGEMENT (Harrisburg, PA)
The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, in conjunction with the
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, is
seeking a skilled professional to plan and carry out comprehensive data
management tasks. The Central Data Manager for the Pennsylvania Natural
Heritage Program (PNHP) will be responsible for the maintenance of a
custom GIS-based data system (Biotics) which houses locations of rare
species and natural communities in Pennsylvania. This information is
linked to a number of web applications, including an environmental
review search interface used by the public. The position will be based
in Harrisburg, PA.

The ideal candidate will have at least a 4-year degree in biological
sciences, geography, computer science or a related field and at least
one year's professional experience. Must have extensive knowledge of GIS
and database management systems, preferably in two or more of the
following: ArcGIS/ArcView 3.x, Oracle, ArcIMS, and MS Access. Must have
good organizational skills, with meticulous attention to detail. If you
are interested in this position, please send a letter, resume, and
salary requirements by August 25 to:

Western Pennsylvania Conservancy
Nancy Bassett, SPHR
Senior Director, Human Resources
Box R, Mill Run, PA 15464
nbassett@...
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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW SPECIALIST - Pennsylvania Natural Heritage Program
(2 positions)

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, in conjunction with the
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Bureau of
Forestry, is seeking two skilled professionals with botanical and
conservation expertise to review development projects that have the
potential to impact native plants of special concern or related
habitats, and to assist with other conservation initiatives. The
positions will be based in Harrisburg, PA.

Candidates should have a 4-year degree in botany, biology, ecology,
natural resources, or environmental science or a related field; Master's
degree preferred. Good client service skills on telephone and in person
are required. Experience with Geographic Information Systems, a
commitment to conservation goals and familiarity with Pennsylvania's
ecology is preferred. We offer a competitive salary and excellent
benefits package. We will begin reviewing applications on August 31. If
you are interested in this position, please send a letter, resume, and
salary requirements to:

Aura Stauffer
DCNR/Bureau of Forestry
Rachel Carson State Office Building
P.O. Box 8552
Harrisburg, PA 17105-8552
astauffer@...
E.O.E.

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