SUMMER IN THE SIERRA NEVADA!! We have an immediate need for field technicians for an ongoing project to evaluate the effects of OHV use and other forms of recreation on a variety of wildlife species and their habitat.
Employer: Sierra Nevada Research Center, USDA Forest Service, Pacific Southwest Research Station Location: Stanislaus National Forest Job Title: Biological Technician (Wildlife) Employment Duration: 3-4 months (May August 2005, exact dates vary by position) Immediate Openings: 1 crew leader and 1-2 field technicians with the following expertise: Passerine Bird surveys: (late May July; 1 position) point counts, nest searching and monitoring; requires knowledge of Western forest birds by sight and sound and/or experience nest searching. Recreational use sampling: (May August; 1-2 positions) visual encounter surveys, acoustic monitoring systems, and remote trail monitoring systems; experience collecting recreation data is preferred. Pay: $12.72/hr (GS-0404-04) $15.87/hr (GS-0404-06), depending on education and experience. Background and Job Description: The project is based on the Calveras Ranger District of the Stanislaus National Forest. Work will occur largely in forested habitats from 5500 8000 in elevation. Terrain is rugged and may require extensive hiking off- trail in remote locations with a loaded pack. Car camping or backpacking may be required. Applicants should anticipate long and physically demanding days; steep terrain; dense habitat; and mosquitoes. Qualified applicants must be enthusiastic, in good physical condition, able to work independently and with others, able to work for long hours, and confident navigating through difficult terrain using map and compass. Proof of U.S. citizenship and possession of a valid drivers license are required. Students are particularly encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the above positions, please send a brief note of inquiry to the contacts below (email inquiries preferred). Lori Campbell: lcampbell at fs.fed.us OHV Study Sierra Nevada Research Center 2121 Second St., Suite A-101 Davis, CA 95616 Please include the subject line 2006 OHV Study positions in your email inquiry. In the inquiry, please indicate the positions in which you are interested and whether you are currently a full-time student and are returning to school in the fall.
