JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Summer Botany/Ecology Field Tech Dates: early June through late August 2007 (dates may be flexible) Location: Rocky Mountain National Park
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 30, 2007 The position advertised is for one (1) full-time field technician to assist a Colorado State University graduate student in data collection. The project is installation of equipment and initial data collection for a long term wetland monitoring project in Rocky Mountain National Park. Specifically, we will be collecting data such as community composition of both vascular and nonvascular plant species, water chemistry, soil characteristics, and hydrology. RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include installing ground water wells, soil sampling, water chemistry data collection, vegetation sampling, and GPS navigation. The bulk of the work will be performed in the backcountry of Rocky Mountain National Park in variable climatic conditions. QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must possess a four-year degree or currently be enrolled at a college or university pursuing a degree in biology, plant ecology, natural resource management, botany, forestry, or other similar area. Candidates must be in good physical condition, capable of long hikes in rugged terrain at high altitude or in saturated lowlands while carrying a loaded backpack. Trips into the backcountry may last up to seven days and will involve hiking both on and off trail. Candidates should also be prepared for some strenuous physical labor including digging and well installation. Adverse weather conditions such as near freezing temperatures, rain, and snow may be encountered on a regular basis. Ability to work, hike, camp and maintain a positive attitude in these conditions is essential. Skills in the following areas are valuable: experience with backcountry travel, wilderness safety and first aid training, and working well in an isolated team setting. Experience with relevant fieldwork, plant identification skills including use of dichotomous keys is desirable, but not necessary. A valid drivers license and safe driving record are required. SALARY: $1,500/month with housing available in Rocky Mountain National Park. APPLICATION PROCESS: Email a 1 page resume and cover letter (as attachments), including three references with telephone numbers and email addresses, to the contact information below. Please indicate availability as dates are flexible. CONTACT: Katie Driver, MS Student Graduate Degree Program in Ecology Department of Forest, Rangeland, & Watershed Stewardship Colorado State University Fort Collins, Colorado 80523-1472 email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
