BIL BAR Project Manager

Job Description

The Georgia Native Seed Network (GNSN) is a new initiative by the State Botanical Garden of Georgia at the University of Georgia and its partners to address the inadequate supply of Georgia ecotype plant materials. The program will focus on producing local ecotype seeds for regions throughout Georgia where there is significant demand from numerous fully funded ongoing habitat conservation and restoration projects. These plant materials will primarily be cached for post-wildfire restoration actions by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Still, they will also be used for restoration throughout the state. This involves identifying and collecting seeds, vouchering and assessing the genetics of populations of restoration species, establishing production sites, and managing an inventory of plant material for the state. The Georgia Native Seed Network aims to develop regional standards, protocols, and best practices for seed increase, collection, and storage. The State Botanical Garden of Georgia will manage the network.

Funding is secured for two years. The position’s term may be extended should additional revenue lines be secured. The successful candidate’s primary role will be to serve as the Program Manager of the Georgia Native Seed Network. This position will entail extensive program development and management, partner cultivation, coalition building, fundraising, grant writing, and travel. This position will supervise the GNSN Coordinator and 3-5 technicians implementing field work. The Program Manager will work closely with other team members at SBG and partner organizations. The Program Manager will report directly to the SBG Science & Conservation Director.

About Us

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 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 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

Duties & Responsibilities

Please view UGAJobs posting for full list of duties and responsibilities:
https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/397276

Education and Experience

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. For more information, please contact the Recruitment Contact listed on the UGAJobs posting: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/397276

Additional Information

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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 employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Application Instructions

Please apply at UGAJobs: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/397276