Great Basin Institute Job Opportunity: Line Distance Sampling and Telemetry Monitoring
Location: Mojave Desert Compensation: $17.00/hour Timeline: 4-week appointment August 20 - September 19, 2014 Description: The desert tortoise (Gopherus agassizii) is federally listed as a threatened species north and west of the Colorado River under the Endangered Species Act. Desert tortoise monitoring will assist researchers in estimating population density and in monitoring translocation sites. Monitoring occurs during August & September. Telemetry monitors will be required to demonstrate proficiency in backcountry wilderness field skills, including but not limited to 4WD vehicle operation, and use of GPS, topographic maps, and PDA technology. Field and Telemetry monitors will be field tested on their knowledge of and ability to follow monitoring protocols thoroughly and precisely. All monitors must have participated in at least one season of either desert tortoise Line Distance Sampling (LDS) or telemetry monitoring. Five field monitors and two telemetry monitors will be hired to collect data. Field monitors will work for 5 consecutive days with 2 days off. Monitors must be available to work any of the 7 days each week, with the understanding that the schedule is subject to change with little or no notice. Field camping is required. This position will require long hours including early mornings and may include weekends For a complete position description, including qualifications and how to apply, please visit the employment section of GBI's website: www.thegreatbasininstitute.org/employment/research-associates- employment/
