Description: The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with the Bureau of Land Management Battle Mountain District, is recruiting a Recreation Technician. The Technician will assist with the maintenance and development of activities relating to recreation and wilderness resources throughout the Battle Mountain District. Specific tasks include, but are not limited to: • Gather data to inventory wilderness study areas for incursions and write environmental assessment(s) to reclaim those areas; • Work jointly with the BLM outdoor recreation and wilderness planner(s) to provide field monitoring, project management and visitor outreach duties; • Maintain and update the recreation and wilderness paper and electronic files as needed; • Coordinate with BLM Outdoor Recreation Planner(s) (ORP) to identify sites that need to be monitored, write-up monitoring forms, and update existing forms when necessary; • Work in a team environment with internal and external partners to assess resource condition and visitor use as necessary to recommend physical protection measures at recreation sites and wilderness areas; • Maintain database(s) for roads and trails identification to document, evaluate, and monitor road condition, status, and use patterns; • Evaluate and compile recreation use information, campsite condition assessments, and transportation access information for planning efforts; • Assess roads and assist with the development of transportation management plans to include effective public outreach strategies and informational/educational materials, such as signs, brochures, and kiosks to support road designation effort(s); and • Maintain recreation facilities, e.g. place brochures and maps at sites, clean and maintain restrooms, gather data from traffic counters, etc.
Part of this work will require heavy physical exertion in hot, dry conditions. Work may be required on weekends. This position will provide experience working with a BLM professional on public lands and will aid in preparation for a career in public lands recreation management. Compensation and Timeline: • Rate of Pay: $16.00/hour • Health and dental benefits, if desired, at no additional cost • Field per diem and paid holiday/personal leave • 26-week appointment beginning March 2015, or upon availability Location: Battle Mountain, NV is located ~220 miles east of Reno, NV along Interstate 80. Battle Mountain and the surrounding area (pop. ~4,000) is predominantly rural; situated in the high desert (~4,500 ft. elevation) where ranching/mining are the local economic drivers. The Battle Mountain District Office is responsible for managing approximately 10.5 million acres of public land typically of basin-and- range topography with Great Basin Desert/sage brush steppe ecotype. Qualifications: • Degree or coursework towards a degree in recreation/wilderness management, natural resources, or equivalent field experience; • Experience collecting field data and following established field collection protocols; • Ability to use or willingness to be trained in the operation and maintenance of handheld GPS units (e.g. Trimble); • Knowledge of ArcGIS software with a proven ability to create maps, as well as organize, manage, upload, and update data/databases, desired; • Strong written and oral communication skills and experience in providing visitor services, environmental education, outreach and/or interpretation; • Ability to read and navigate using topographic maps and a compass; • Motivated, self-starter, detail oriented, and possess good organizational skills; • Ability to camp and work in remote locations; • Ability to work alone or in small groups to accomplish the goals and mission of the BLM and GBI; • Previous work experience in northern Nevada or the Great Basin desert, knowledge of recreation resource and general land management issues, and understanding of the BLM mission, desired; • Ability to work in harsh and rapidly changing environments and traverse uneven terrain; and • Clean, valid, state-issued driver’s license with ability to safely operate a 4WD vehicle on paved and unpaved roads. • Successful applicant(s) 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 position. How to Apply: Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter, their résumé, and a list of three professional references to Amy Gladding, GBI HR Coordinator, at [email protected]. Please include where you found this position posted. 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.
