Sorry to have to post this position yet again, but one of our hires backed out
in the last minute and we need to fill this position ASAP. This is a full-time
paid position lasting until October 2006. Please distribute to anyone who may
be interested. I'd really appreciate it. Thanks so much! Long Island
Central Pine Barrens Invasive Plant Inventory and Assessment Project
INTERNSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT
The Central Pine Barrens Commission in cooperation with The Nature
Conservancy, Long Island Weed Management Area, and other partner agencies is
seeking two candidates for a six-month Invasive Plant Inventory and Assessment
Project internship beginning April 2006.
Duties:
Survey and map occurrences of invasive terrestrial and aquatic plant species
primarily in areas of the Core most likely to be in a relatively weed-free
condition. Survey and map large, relatively weed-free areas that may be best
suited for prevention, early detection, and rapid control measures. Identify
invasives threats to weed-free areas, including threats from roadside
invasives. Produce a map of terrestrial and aquatic invasive plant occurrences
in and around contiguous, relatively weed-free areas in the Core. Document
methodologies for surveys, maps, and assessments. Submit data to the Long
Island Weed Information Management System (WIMS) database, which will link to
a central N.Y.S. database. Prepare a final report analyzing and summarizing
data using the WIMS program. Maintain a daily journal
Requirements:
Bachelor of Science degree in natural science/forestry or equivalent
experience; good plant identification skills/coursework in botany or plant
taxonomy; experience with computers including MS Office Suite, and ESRI Arc
View or ArcGIS, orienteering and use of maps and aerial photos; excellent
organizational skills; strong written and oral communication skills; ability to
work well independently as well as part of a team and remain reliable;
excellent interpersonal skills/good public relation skills; hard-working, and
safety conscious; valid drivers license; reliable personal transportation
(mileage reimbursement provided); willingness to work occasional weekends (and
evenings); field experience; good physical condition; ability to carry up to 25
lbs for up to 8 miles in harsh outdoor conditions such as heat, cold and rain;
no debilitating reaction to insect bites or poison ivy; sense of adventure.
Preferred:
Experience with GPS; Field experience in botany or plant taxonomy; Experience
with MS Access.
Special notes:
The Nature Conservancy has offered assistance with training, supervision, and
housing. This position involves long hours in the field with possible long
distance travel. Mosquitoes and ticks will be present during the monitoring
season. Mosquito species include Culex pipians, carrier of the West Nile virus,
however cases of West Nile are rare. Ticks species include the Deer, Dog, and
Lone star. Deer ticks carry Lyme disease; Dog and Lone star ticks carry more
benign illnesses such as Babisiosis, Ehrlichiosis, and Rocky Mountain spotted
fever. Training and protective clothing will be available to lower the
possibility of insect-borne illness. Mileage reimbursement and $10/hour stipend
provided.
Position Type: Field Biology, Botany/Forestry, Geographic Information System
(including GPS).
Application process:
Please send a cover letter, resume and two (2) references [One (1) reference
from an employer and one (1) from a college faculty member or other
professional. No references from family or friends]. Applications will be
accepted by fax, email or mail until the positions are filled, preferably prior
to February 28, 2006.
Karen Eichelberger, Environmental Analyst
Central Pine Barrens Joint Planning and Policy Commission
P.O. Box 587
Great River, NY 11739-0587
Fax: (631) 224-7653
Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
More Information:
The Central Pine Barrens
http://www.pb.state.ny.us/
The TNCs Weed Information Management System
http://tncweeds.ucdavis.edu/wims
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Kathy L. Schwager
Invasive Species Specialist
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
(631) 367-3225 Ext. 125 (Phone)
(631) 730-5632 (Phone)
(631) 766-2371 (Mobile)
(631) 367-4715 (Fax)
nature.org
The Nature Conservancy
Long Island Chapter
250 Lawrence Hill Rd.
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
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