OUTREACH NOTICE Biological Science Technician GS-4,5
Ironton Ranger District Wayne National Forest Pedro, Ohio Please respond by close of business January 4th, 2010 An opening exists for a seasonal Biological Science Technician on the Ironton Ranger District of the Wayne National Forest, in southern Ohio. We are located seven miles north of the historic city of Ironton Ohio and the Ohio River on State Route 93, Pedro, Ohio. Major Duties: Duties include leading crews for timber stand improvement and invasive species control using herbicides and manual control methods (55%), doing point count surveys for birds(15%), inspection of invasive species control contracts (15%), invasive species surveys (5%), native plant program work (5%, seed collecting, pollinator gardens), and other duties as needed (5%). Ability to identify and key-out eastern North American flora, especially species of Southern Ohio is desired. GIS and basic computer skills are also desired. Ability to identify birds of Ohio by sight and sound is also desirable (but not required). Applicants must be willing and able to work alone in remote forest locations or with others in a team setting. Successful applicants must be able to work outside, in hilly areas and in various weather conditions (rainy, hot/humid, etc.) for 8-10 hours per day. This position will also supervise federal prison camp crew and possibly summer seasonal crew. The position will be filled at a GS-4 or GS-5 (up to $12.95/hour, Biological Science Technician) level depending on qualifications and work experience. This position is currently funded for six months, but may be extended depending on funding and a successful execution of the duties described above. Forest Service housing may be available for reasonable rent. We anticipate the position to start in early to mid February and end in August with a possible extension to September 30th. Please email resume, references and relevant course work to Chad Kirschbaum ([email protected]) by Monday, January 4th, 2010
