Scientific Aids Needed Herpetology Program
The Department of Fish and Game is seeking 2 Scientific Aids to assist with
surveys of sensitive herpetofauna in a variety of habitats throughout
Western Riverside County, California. The hired biologists will participate
in surveys under the direction of the Herpetology Program Lead. Depending
on workload and prior experience, the hired crew members may have an
opportunity to participate in surveys for invertebrates, mammals, and/or
plants as well. Salary to start is $11.20/hour, paid monthly, with no
benefits, but time toward State service is accrued. The successful
candidates will report to work in downtown Riverside and proceed to field
sites from there.
Requirements / Qualifications
The employees hired must have the equivalent of at least 2 years college
education, with a minimum of 60 units completed, 10 of which must be
science-related (e.g., biology, zoology, chemistry, physics). The ideal
candidates will have one or more seasons of prior field experience. S/he
must have a valid California Drivers License (or be eligible to receive
one) and be a U.S. citizen or a legally employable non-citizen (Declaration
of Permission to Work form required). Employees must be willing to operate a
4WD vehicle.
Employees will work up to 40 hours per week. Flexible hours and days are
possible to allow for class schedules; though a minimum of 3 full work days
per each seven day week are required to be considered for this position.
These positions require some weekend work, backcountry camping, and
occasional long days. Owning personal camping/backpacking equipment is
desirable but not required.
Employees should be capable of hiking up to 10 miles in mountainous, uneven
terrain while carrying a 2530 pound backpack. Employees should also be
prepared to work in inclement weather including cold, hot, and wet
environments. Surveys will be conducted in a variety of settings ranging
from semi-urban to remote wilderness areas. Employees will be required to
collect accurate field data in the prescribed manner, prepare maps for
planning and conducting field work, complete assigned tasks in a timely
fashion with a minimum of direct supervision, and take initiative to
anticipate crew needs. Additionally, successful candidates should must have
good communication skills and work well with others.
Applying for Position
Applications will be accepted between June 14 and July 13, 2007. Preference
will be given to those applicants who can commit to 9 months or more of
employment. Qualified and interested candidates should send their resume and
a cover letter via email (preferred) or post to:
Natalie Marioni
c/o California Department of Fish and Game
Herpetology Project Lead
Western Riverside County MSHCP
Biological Monitoring Program
4500 Glenwood Drive, bldg C
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 320.2168 (office)
(951) 782.4847 (fax)
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