About the Role
Gam-Bal Land Management, LLC is seeking a GIS Analyst / Ecologist to support the management of our ranch properties in Florida. Our holdings include permitted gopher tortoise recipient sites, timberland, farmland, and leased acreage — and spatial and ecological analysis are central to how we manage and steward all of it.
This role translates spatial and field-ecological data into actionable insights across our gopher tortoise relocation program, wildlife habitat, water resources, ranch infrastructure, and agricultural operations. You'll work closely with ranch managers, conservation staff, and senior leadership to build and maintain geospatial datasets, conduct field ecological assessments, produce maps and analyses, and help drive data-informed decisions across all aspects of ranch management. We welcome applicants from a GIS/geospatial background as well as those coming from an ecology or wildlife biology background — this is a hands-on role with a mix of field data collection and desktop analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Gopher Tortoise Recipient Site Management
- Maintain accurate spatial records of permitted recipient site boundaries in compliance with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) requirements
- Map and track tortoise relocation delivery locations, burrow sites, and population distribution across the property over time
- Assess and monitor suitable upland habitat using remote sensing, land cover analysis, and field ecological surveys to support site capacity planning
- Conduct or support field habitat assessments and burrow surveys consistent with FWC protocols
- Produce maps and spatial documentation to support FWC permitting, relocation agreements, and regulatory reporting
- Collaborate with environmental consultants, engineering firms, and other counterparties on spatial and ecological deliverables associated with relocation transactions
Land & Water Management
- Map and maintain spatial data for water rights, irrigation systems, drainage infrastructure, and soil types
- Monitor changes in water availability and land cover over time using remote sensing and satellite imagery
- Support documentation and compliance for water rights and conservation programs
Wildlife & Habitat
- Develop and maintain habitat maps, wildlife corridors, and conservation easement boundaries
- Conduct field ecological assessments and wildlife surveys to support spatial analysis and management planning
- Assist with spatial analysis to support wildlife management plans and conservation goals beyond the tortoise program
- Compile and visualize wildlife monitoring data collected in the field
Ranch Operations & Infrastructure
- Maintain up-to-date layers for roads, fences, gates, utilities, and facilities across all properties
- Support asset tracking and maintenance planning with accurate spatial records
- Assist in site planning for infrastructure improvements
Grazing & Agricultural Management
- Map pasture units, grazing rotations, and stocking rate data
- Support crop mapping, yield tracking, and agronomic planning
- Help model forage availability and coordinate seasonal grazing schedules spatially
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Wildlife Ecology, Wildlife Biology, or a related field — OR equivalent professional experience as an Ecologist or Wildlife Biologist
- Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro and/or QGIS, or (for candidates from an ecology/wildlife biology background) willingness to develop proficiency quickly
- Familiarity with remote sensing tools and satellite imagery interpretation
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple spatial and ecological datasets
- Willingness to spend time on-site at ranch properties in Florida
Preferred
- Certification as an Associate Wildlife Biologist (AWB) or Certified Wildlife Biologist (CWB) through The Wildlife Society
- Familiarity with Florida gopher tortoise regulations and FWC permitting frameworks
- Experience supporting environmental compliance or conservation programs with GIS
- Familiarity with ESRI ArcGIS Online / Field Maps for mobile data collection
- Basic experience with Python or ModelBuilder for geoprocessing automation
- Experience with drone/UAV data processing
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
- Hybrid work arrangement with time on working ranch properties in Florida
- Opportunity to grow with a team that takes a long-term, stewardship-oriented approach to land management
- Collaborative environment working across conservation, ecology, agriculture, and operations
Gam-Bal Land Management, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
