Description: The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Ely District, Caliente Field Office (FO), is recruiting a qualified individual to generate an environmental assessment (EA) for a proposed mountain-bike trail in Lincoln County, NV. Completion of the EA process and document is necessary prior to construction of mountain- bike trails, which are intended to enhance outdoor recreation opportunities, connect residents and visitors with public-land resources, and support the local economy. The EA Associate will work closely with Caliente FO staff and management to ensure creation of a defensible document, which, upon completion, will inform BLM management decisions.
Duties will include: - Assist with analysis of mountain-bike trails using BLM-supplied trail designs, drawings and maps; - Meet with Caliente FO staff to identify potential issues, concerns, and conflicts; - Prepare a draft environmental assessment for review and input by Caliente FO staff; - Incorporate comments and revise as necessary to provide a final draft document for public review and comment; - Facilitate a public meeting, incorporate public comments, and address issues with Caliente FO staff; and - Finalize the EA document and prepare associated documentation. This work will provide opportunities to analyze the impacts of constructing mountain-bike trails in a variety of habitats in eastern Lincoln County, NV, and to learn about the preparation of an environmental assessment document in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act, the BLM Ely District Resource Management Plan, and existing laws and regulations based on designs/locations provided by the BLM. Compensation and Timeline: o Rate of Pay: $18.50/hour o Medical Insurance (health and dental) o Duration: Starting in mid-April 2015, following successfully completed Background Investigation, for 27 weeks o Full-time, 40 hours per week Location: Based at the BLM Ely District, Caliente Field Office in eastern Nevada. The Ely District encompasses 12 million acres of desert, valleys and mountains, including 22 wilderness areas. A variety of recreation opportunities exist in the wide open expanses of the Great Basin. Qualifications: o Bachelor’s degree in recreation resource management, recreation planning, environmental policy/studies, or related field; applicants with an advanced degree are encouraged to apply; o Minimum of 1 year of experience related to natural resource and/or land management planning, environmental documentation, or other related experience; o Prior experience interpreting and/or preparing documents for NEPA, CEQA, or related environmental policy; o Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate in an Interdisciplinary Team setting, and educate a diverse public on BLM land management (multiple-use) principles and biking-trail management concepts; o Experience conducting research and literature reviews, reviewing and drafting technical reports, and document editing; o Capable of meeting deadlines and producing professional deliverables including draft documents for team reviews; o Developed project-management skills, including ability to conceptualize goals, prioritize objectives, organize approaches, and incorporate efficiencies in completing tasks; o Proficiency in use and applications of ArcGIS 10.2; o Prior experience with the e-Planning application desired; and o Recreational experience with mountain-biking trails preferred. The successful applicant must complete a Department of Interior (DOI) Background Investigation (BI) or submit paperwork to BLM human resources indicating an active and fully adjudicated BI has already been completed prior to beginning the position. How to Apply: Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter (including where you found this position posted), their résumé, and a list of three professional references to Amy Gladding, GBI HR Coordinator, at [email protected]. Incomplete applications will not be considered. No phone inquiries, please. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.
