The Colorado Natural Heritage Program (CNHP) at Colorado State University (CSU) seeks experienced field technicians for summer field work assessing the condition of wetlands throughout Colorado and Wyoming. All positions require field botany, ecology, or soil sampling skills. Knowledge of plant taxonomy and species identification is required for at least two positions. Knowledge of soil taxonomy is required for at least one position. Experience in wetland ecology and knowledge of the Rocky Mountains is preferred for all positions. Salary range: $2000-2800/month plus expenses.
One (1) Lead Technician will start in February 2011 and will aid the Principal Investigator with pre-field season logistics and planning, such as securing permission to access survey sites on private land, preparing field maps in ArcGIS 9.3, preparing field supplies, etc. Three (3) additional Field Technicians will start in May 2011 and will be responsible for collecting data on wetland vegetation, soils, hydrology, water quality, algae, and the condition of buffers. Field work will take place in randomly selected wetlands in urban areas, agricultural areas, and remote backcountry areas across Colorado and Wyoming. To apply and view a complete position description, please visit: http://warnercnr.colostate.edu/employment-opportunities.html. First consideration of applicants will begin January 7, 2011. Applications will be accepted for future consideration through June 30, 2011. CSU is an EO/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.
