CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Join the CWA team. We offer employment, internships, fellowships, scholarships, and volunteer positions. There is no better way to help California's waterfowl, wetlands, and outdoor heritage!

If you see a posting of interest, please contact us. CWA is an equal opportunity employer.

Full-Time Positions:

President and Chief Executive Officer
California Waterfowl is seeking a highly-motivated and qualified individual for the position of President/CEO. The President will serve as the primary spokesperson for the organization on all matters related to California's waterfowl and wetlands resources. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for California Waterfowl’s Mission and a track record of organizational growth through leadership, strategy, management and innovation. To apply, please email your cover letter and resume (MS Word preferred), along with salary requirements to colby_heaton@calwaterfowl.org

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Associate Editor
California Waterfowl is seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented candidate with excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce its quarterly member magazine, which includes a mix of conservation and recreation articles. The Associate Editor will serve as California Waterfowl’s liaison to writers, photographers, a volunteer Editorial committee, graphic designer, printing company, and partnering organizations. The Associate Editor will have the opportunity to build their skills and take on additional assignments (e.g. photography, design, sales) depending upon their interests.

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Internships / Seasonal Positions:

Field Technician - Work Experience Program
Two positions are available for Field Technicians in our Waterfowl/Wetlands & Heritage department. Work at Bird Haven Ranch in Butte City managing the wood duck box program and assisting with wetland habitat projects and other CWA projects onsite. Feb-June - 20 hours/week. June-August - up to 40 hours/week. Waterfowl ecology and natural history knowledge preferred. Interested applicants should submit a resume, names and phone numbers or e-mail address of three references, and accompanying cover letter expressing your field of interest (and availability date) to george_oberstadt@calwaterfowl.org

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Wildlife Biology Aide
California Waterfowl Youth & Education Department in partnership with the US Fish and Wildlife Service hires Wildlife Biology Aides throughout the year. Please check back for future job postings.

Waterfowl Technician
CWA is currently offering several, seasonal waterfowl technician positions all over the state of California. To learn more, click here>>

Scholarships / Fellowships:

Ecology Scholarships
CWA is the administrator of the Dennis G. Raveling Scholarship Fund, which awards two scholarships annually to students pursuing advanced university degrees. To learn more, click here>>

Check out Ducks Unlimited and Delta Waterfowl for even more fellowship opportunities!