Jackson Mountain Herd Management Area A.I.M Pilot Project Field Technician Position Objectives: The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with the Bureau of Land Management Winnemucca District Office is recruiting two (3) Field Techs to work cooperatively on a four-person interdisciplinary field team. The overall objective of the team is to perform land assessments through assessment, inventory and monitoring (AIM) of the geomorphic, hydrologic and vegetative characteristics. Data are utilized for management and adaptive management decisions, restoration projects, and/or to improve wildlife habitat to achieve a healthy and productive ecological condition. The principle purpose of this pilot project is to generate an understanding of the process used to develop land health assessments, including the data capture and evaluation.
Duties: General field duties include walking long distances over uneven terrain, and will require Field Technicians to collect GPS and photo points, observe and monitoring wildlife, and/or identify vegetative demographics and distribution. Office tasks may include assisting with data organization, processing and QA/QC; post-processing GPS points; and contributing to report writing. Time Line and Compensation: Contract length: May 18, 2011 August 19, 2011 Living Allowance: $3,700 AmeriCorps Education Award*: $1,415 Student loan forbearance and interest accrual* * AmeriCorps Education Award may be used for past, present or future education experiences, including payment of qualified federal student loans. Qualifications: Bachelors degree or a concentration of coursework in one of the major natural sciences; Understanding of basic principles related to field science and data collection; Ability to navigate and set a bearing using a compass and to read a topographical map; Ability to collect data using handheld GPS units, preferred; Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, with a diverse audience; Willingness to work collaboratively in a team setting; Physically fit to work outdoors, carry personal and field equipment, and withstand working and camping in an arid environment; and Possess a clean, valid, state-issued drivers license and the ability to operate a 4WD vehicle on and off paved roads. How to Apply: Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter, their résumé, and a list of three professional references to Bridget Walden, at [email protected]. This program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or religion. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
