The Eastern Nevada Landscape Coalition (ENLC) is seeking applications for Vegetation Technicians and Lead Vegetation Technicians.
JOB TITLE: Vegetation Technician and Lead Vegetation Technician DURATION: Period 1: Late March through May 2008, Period 2: June through September 2008 (Priority will be given to candidates who can work both periods) SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week in an eight on, six off schedule (ten hour days) PAY: $14/hour for technicians, $17/hour for lead technicians, plus $29/day per diem rate when in the field LOCATION: Ely, Nevada (project work can be up to 200 miles away from Ely) APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 8th, 2008 POSITION DESCRIPTION: This is a field position that requires extensive camping and backcountry travel. Technicians will be responsible for collecting and entering post-fire vegetation response data from recently burned areas located in remote parts of Eastern Nevada on public lands administered by the BLM. Data collected will be used to evaluate the effectiveness of emergency stabilization and rehabilitation treatments. Common treatments include aerial and hand seeding of perennial grasses, forbs and shrubs to stabilize soils and prevent the introduction and spread of invasive plants and noxious weeds. All Technicians will be responsible for driving and hiking to sampling locations. Technicians will be required to collect data following rigorous sampling protocols. Lead Technicians will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the daily activities of a three-person field crew, including data quality checks. Lead Technicians will also be responsible for ensuring the safety their crew. This is a great opportunity to learn about the flora of the Great Basin and Mojave and also to learn about fire ecology in the region. TECHNICIAN QUALIFICATIONS: Interest in plant identification (experience preferred) Experience operating 4X4 pickup over rough roads Ability to navigate using topographic maps, compass, and GPS Ability to hike up to 10 miles per day carrying a 30 pound pack Experience camping in a remote backcountry setting for 3-4 day stints Ability to work 10-hour days in temperatures that can exceed 100ºF. Ability to follow rigorous sampling protocols Ability to work as part of a crew Authorization to work in the U.S. LEAD TECHNICIAN QUALIFICATIONS/DUTIES: Qualifications listed above for general technicians Familiarity with dichotomous keys and recognition of plants at a family level Previous knowledge of Great Basin/Mojave flora desired Experience with field sampling protocols and ensuring data quality First aid knowledge/training Strong leadership skills AREA BACKGROUND: Eastern Nevada is a sparsely populated region with a diverse array of landscapes including the Great Basin and Mojave deserts as well as mountainous areas containing forests, alpine environments, lakes, and streams. While the area is rather unknown, eastern Nevada contains excellent outdoor recreation opportunities including hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, rock climbing, backcountry skiing, fishing, and hunting. Approximately 95% of the area is public land. The region has over one million acres of designated wilderness and scenic Great Basin National Park. Ely is a town of approximately 5,000 residents. Ely has most services typical of a town its size including restaurants, motels, campgrounds, laundromats, a large grocery store, and a movie theater. Every field season Ely receives a large influx of seasonal employees working on public lands. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Please follow these instructions carefully. Applicants should E-MAIL a cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least three references to Neil Frakes at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Materials should be e-mailed by February 8th, 2008. For more information, please visit our website (envlc.org), e-mail Neil Frakes at the address above or call (775) 289-7974 Ex. 6.
