1 to 2 Technicians needed to help in identification of trees and measurement of habitat structural elements in approximately 60 Oak habitats scattered throughout the Willamette Valley, OR. Basic training, including use of all equipment, will be provided during the first 2 weeks. Possibility to shadow morning bird counts if interested.
Time frame: May and June 2011. Overall Project: To understand how landscape patterns (patch size, proximate surrounding vegetation cover, nearness to urban areas, e.g.) as well as vegetation (types of trees, vertical and horizontal diversity, e.g.) affect bird diversity in Oak habitats in the Willamette Valley. Qualifications - Required: Basic tree identification skills; ability to navigate extremely well with GPS; ability to work long days with some early morning hours while maintaining enthusiasm and positive attitude; personal vehicle (gas used for field work will be reimbursed); ability to collect and record detailed and accurate field data; physically fit with the ability to hike up to 3-5 miles per day; ability to follow directions and work independently without direct supervision. Qualifications - Preferred: experience identifying trees and/or plants of the Pacific Northwest. Position Description: Positions will require approximately 150-200 hours of work throughout the season for 105 sample points. Sampling time and schedule is flexible after training is completed but must be completed within the months of May and June. Some data entry will be required. Salary: small stipend, TBD depending on experience, or course credit. Application: Please submit a cover letter with your interest in the project and relevant skills, a copy of your resume and 2 references to Christie Galitsky ([email protected]) as soon as possible. Positions will be filled as qualified applications are received. Questions: Please Email.
