NYS OFFICE OF PARKS, RECREATION AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION
Title: Invasives Species Strike Team Supervisor – Hudson Valley May 16th – August 21st, 2013 $13.28 per hour - 12 weeks 1 position available Location: Minnewaska State Park Preserve PO Box 893 New Paltz, NY 12561 http://nysparks.com/parks/127/details.aspx Description: The work will occur on lands of the NY State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) and the Palisades Interstate Park Commission. The Invasives Species Strike Team Supervisor will perform work for and report to the Invasive Species Project Specialist and the Invasive Species Control Field Director. Collaboration and cooperation with regional staff will occur on all projects. This position requires supervising invasive species field work at Minnewaska State Park Preserve (50%), the Palisades Region (25%) and the Taconic Region (25%). See http://nysparks.com/regions/default.aspx for OPRHP region information. The goals of the projects will focus on eradication of known invasive species populations, early detection/rapid response to new infestations, educating park staff and visitors on the importance of preventing invasive species introduction and protection of native habitats. The Strike Team supervisor is expected to be reliable and motivated with experience in natural resource management. At least one year of experience with invasives species identification and control methods is preferred. Supervisor must have past experience delegating tasks and being responsible for the safety of others in an outdoor setting. Duties: Primary duties include supervision of manual and sometimes mechanical removal of invasive species, management and submission of paper and electronic field data, assigning survey transects to team specialists, and insuring post-removal monitoring is complete. The supervisor will meet twice weekly with project specialist and/or director for briefing and debriefing. As many as 10 overnight travel and camping trips will be necessary (meal allowance will be paid for overnight trips). Flexibility, problem solving and leadership skills are necessary. Qualifications: • A degree related to forestry, environmental studies, ecology, natural resource management, or a relevant discipline such as conservation biology. • A working knowledge of GPS and ecological monitoring methods. • The ability to carry 40 pounds and perform physical work in rough terrain in summer conditions. • Some knowledge of invasive New York flora and fauna. • Past experience in a supervisory position. • Strong interest in and commitment to environmental stewardship and team-oriented approach to solving environmental challenges. • First Aid and CPR certification as a minimum WFR preferred. • Must possess a valid NY driver’s license. • Camping skills and equipment. • Leave No Trace camping knowledge is strongly desired. • NOLS, Outward Bound or similar outdoor leadership training a plus. Contact: Interested candidate should e-mail or FAX, a cover letter and resume on or before April 25. Include three work references with contact name, name of business/facility and phone number to: Robert O’Brien Invasive Species Control Field Director OPRHP Environmental Management Bureau/ Minnewaska State Park Preserve PO Box 893 New Paltz, NY 12561 (845) 256.0579 (o) (518) 391.3953 (c) (845) 255 -3505 (fax) robert.o’br...@parks.ny.gov =================================== NYS OFFICE OF PARKS, RECREATION AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION Title: Invasives Species Strike Team Specialist- Hudson Valley May 16th – August 21st, 2013 $10.57 per hour - 12 weeks 3 positions available Location: Minnewaska State Park Preserve PO Box 893 New Paltz, NY 12561 http://nysparks.com/parks/127/details.aspx Description: The Invasives Species Field Specialists will perform work for and report to the Invasive Species Strike Team Supervisor. These positions are for the purpose of performing invasive species field work at Minnewaska State Park Preserve (50%), the Palisades Region (25%) and the Taconic Region (25%). Collaboration and cooperation with regional staff will be necessary. See http://nysparks.com/regions/default.aspx for OPRHP regional information. The work will occur on lands of the NY State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) and the Palisades Interstate Park Commission. This position involves daily field work performing surveys, manual/mechanical removal and monitoring of invasive terrestrial and some invasive aquatic plants. The goals of the projects will focus on eradication of known invasive species populations, early detection/rapid response to new infestations, educating park staff and visitors on the importance of preventing invasive species introduction and protection of native habitats. Duties: Primary duties include manual removal of invasive species, collection of field data, surveying backcountry transects, and performing post-removal monitoring. Field specialists are expected to be reliable and motivated with an interest in stewardship and natural resource management. Specialists must be able to perform physical work and hike in rough terrain in the outdoors in hot, rainy or otherwise unpleasant weather conditions. As many as 10 overnight travel and camping trips will be necessary (meal allowance will be paid for overnight trips). Qualifications: • An interest in or course work related to forestry, environmental studies, ecology, natural resource management, or a relevant discipline such as conservation biology. • A desire to learn or knowledge of GPS and ecological monitoring methods. • The ability to carry 40 pounds and perform physical work in rough terrain in summer conditions. • Some knowledge of invasive New York flora and fauna. • Strong interest in and commitment to environmental stewardship • Must have some personal camping equipment. • A valid NY driver’s license. • First Aid and CPR certification desired. • Backcountry orienteering and Leave No Trace camping experience a plus. Contact: Interested candidate should e-mail or FAX, a cover letter and resume on or before April 25. Include three work references with contact name, name of business/facility and phone number to: Robert O’Brien Invasive Species Control Field Director OPRHP Environmental Management Bureau/ Minnewaska State Park Preserve PO Box 893 New Paltz, NY 12561 (845) 256.0579 (o) (518) 391.3953 (c) (845) 255 -3505 (fax) robert.o’br...@parks.ny.gov ===================== NYS OFFICE OF PARKS, RECREATION AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION Title: Invasives Species Strike Team Specialist - Statewide May 16th – August 21st, 2013 (12 weeks) $10.57 - per hour (plus daily meal allowance of $35-40/day depending on location) 3 positions available Location: Minnewaska State Park Preserve PO Box 893 New Paltz, NY 12561 http://nysparks.com/parks/127/details.aspx Description: The work will occur on lands of the NY State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) and the Palisades Interstate Park Commission. The Invasives Species Strike Team Specialists will perform work for and report to the Invasive Species Strike Team Supervisor. Collaboration with regional biologists and OPRHP staff will occur on all projects. These positions are for the purpose of performing invasive species field work at a number of parks, park preserves and historic sites across the state. See http://nysparks.com to learn more about state parks and historic sites within the NY OPRHP. These positions require a significant amount of travel operating as a member of the Invasives Species Strike Team. Eradication of known invasive species populations, early detection / rapid response and protection of native species and habitats are the goals of the projects. Field specialists are expected to be reliable, able to travel 4 nights per week and motivated with an interest in natural resource management. Duties: Primary duties include manual and sometimes mechanical removal of invasive species, collection of paper and electronic field data, and performing post-removal monitoring. Specialists must be able to perform physical work and hike in rough terrain in the outdoors in hot, rainy or otherwise unpleasant weather conditions. Weekly camping at state park campgrounds will be necessary. The team will deploy with work assignment(s), directions and contacts from Minnewaska State Park Preserve on Mondays and return on Fridays. Flexibility, problem-solving and self-motivation are necessary. Qualifications: • An interest in or course work related to forestry, environmental studies or natural resource management, or a relevant discipline such as general or conservation biology. • Experience or desire to use handheld GPS devices. • The ability to carry 40 pounds and perform physical work in rough terrain in summer conditions. • Some knowledge of invasive New York flora and fauna. • Strong interest in and commitment to environmental stewardship and team-oriented approach to solving environmental challenges. • First Aid and CPR certification desired. • Must possess a valid NY driver’s license. • Camping experience and equipment. • Orienteering and Leave No Trace camping knowledge a plus. Contact: Interested candidate should e-mail or FAX, a cover letter and resume on or before April 25. Include three work references with contact name, name of business/facility and phone number to: Robert O’Brien Invasive Species Control Field Director OPRHP Environmental Management Bureau/ Minnewaska State Park Preserve PO Box 893 New Paltz, NY 12561 (845) 256.0579 (o) (518) 391.3953 (c) (845) 255 -3505 (fax) robert.o’br...@parks.ny.gov
