NYC Parks is seeking Field Technicians with prior fieldwork experience,
preferably in vegetation monitoring, to assist with data collection. NYC
Parks is planning to collect data on white-tailed deer impacts to forest
vegetation as part of an effort to assess the effects of deer on the City’s
ecosystems. Field Technicians will work with staff Ecologists using GPS
units and ArcGIS to create maps and help with a detailed scientific report.
In addition there may be some opportunities to help Ecologists with other
fieldwork.
Tasks Include:
Field Work:
• Collect vegetation data in forested areas of the City
• Use GPS units and GIS software, input collected field data and plot points
Data Analysis:
• Use Excel, Access, and other data analysis software to generate reports on
vegetation and other variables
Report Writing:
• Assist with completion of monitoring reports
Data Organization/Inventory/Process:
• Organize and inventory data and maintain database
• Create data collection spreadsheets
• Create field maps detailing habitat type and urban structures
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
1. High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in
community work or community centered activities
in an area related to duties described above; or
2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1” above.
PREFERRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
• B.S. in biology, ecology, forestry, or related field
• Experience in field ecology, specifically monitoring in terrestrial
ecosystems
• Knowledge of northeastern plant species
• Ability to conduct research and work independently
• Ability to work under adverse conditions (heat, early/late hours,
inclement weather, muddy or wet conditions)
• Experience with GPS and GIS
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• NYS Driver’s license
Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or
Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city
service. New York City residency required for all other candidates.
Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee of $54.00. Hired
candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to an
$89.75 background check fee.
Work Location: Staten Island
Duration: 6 months, beginning July 2016
Salary: $20.00/hour
HOW TO APPLY
Please send resume and cover letter to: [email protected]
(preferred) or send to: Tim Wenskus, 1234 Fifth Avenue, Room 214, New York,
NY 10029.
