About WNY PRISM

The Western New York Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (WNY PRISM) is an organization whose mission is to address invasive species priorities using a coordinated partnership network, for which we provide leadership, information and resources, and opportunities for collaboration. We work to improve, restore and protect local aquatic and terrestrial resources by improving the effectiveness of invasive species management, providing region-wide coordination for invasive species monitoring and management, and mitigating associated threats. The WNY PRISM region encompasses the 8 western-most counties of New York State

Position Description

WNY PRISM is seeking a Terrestrial Invasive Species Program Manager (Program Manager) to lead the successful implementation of a suite of programs focused on terrestrial invasive species management, habitat restoration, and collaborative, partnership focused efforts. WNY PRISM works on high priority invasive species management projects involving prevention, early detection, assessment and rapid response, management and habitat restoration, and education. Projects involve multiple partners and represent the diversity of environmental interests and unique habitats found across the region.

The Program Manager will be responsible for the coordination and further development of WNY PRISM’s terrestrial and early detection species management efforts, which involves a broad, and challenging scope of work. Core programs include WNY PRISM’s Crew Assistance Program, where WNY PRISM assists partners with various management activities, and WNY PRISM’s Early Detection and Response Program, which has WNY PRISM leading regional efforts to survey, monitor and remove priority early detection species. The Program Manager will produce program reports, manage and analyze data, manage stewardship equipment and inventory, and ensure all necessary permits, permissions and insurance documents are in place for stewardship activities. The Program Manager will also hire, train and supervise a Field Crew Leader and the WNY PRISM Crew.

A successful candidate will have excellent organization and communication skills (written and verbal), understanding of terrestrial invasive species ecology and management, experience with various management tools and equipment, a demonstrated ability to manage complex invasive species management projects, and the ability to effectively supervise seasonal staff. Candidates with a NYS Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (preferably in category 3A), or the ability to obtain a license within 6 months, are encouraged to apply. This position requires significant field work during the months of May – September. The Program Manager will report directly to WNY PRISM Coordinator.

Please see the full job description at https://www.wnyprism.org/about/job-opportunities/ for more information on responsibilities, qualifications and additional job details.