[ECOLOG-L] Botany technician needed: Summer 2019 at Isle Royale National Park
Number of Positions: 2 Duration: May 14 – August 28, 2019 (dates are firm) Pay: $20.00-$21.00/hour Description and Duties: The incumbent will be employed by Northland College, but will work directly with, and report to, the Great Lakes Network of the National Park Service Inventory & Monitoring (I) program. The goals of the I program include monitoring key environmental variables so that ecological change can be detected and addressed in a timely manner. This is largely a field-based position. The incumbent will assist with the sampling of permanent forest monitoring plots at Isle Royale National Park in Michigan. The incumbent will collect extensive data on the herbaceous layer and browse. He/she will be expected to identify at least 350 herbaceous species, and have considerable experience identifying members of the family Poaceae and genus Carex. Field work will be performed in teams of 3-4 people. The incumbent may also spend approximately 5-10% of time performing computer work. This position operates on an 8 day on/6 day off schedule. During the 8-day sampling periods, incumbent will be expected to carry field equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. He/she will be exposed to high temperatures, stinging and biting insects, including extensive mosquitoes, and poisonous plants. Hikes to and from plots will be as long as six miles, each direction. The position will also involve camping, sometimes up to seven consecutive nights. The incumbents are responsible for securing and paying for their own housing while at the park. Isle Royale is remote and opportunities for travel to the mainland will be limited. Housing accommodations will be shared with others and employees will be expected to be flexible and accommodating, as well as team players. Logistics will be explained in full, during interviews. To Apply: Please send a resume, cover letter, references, and unofficial transcripts to Suzanne Sanders (suzanne_sand...@nps.gov) by January 21, 2019. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted shortly thereafter. No phone calls or emails, other than applications, please.
[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal forest technician position at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Location: Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (stationed in Empire, Michigan) Position and Vacancies: Student summer hires (2 vacancies) Duration: May 30 – August 29, 2018 (starting date firm) Pay: $11.00-11.50/hour Depending on experience Description and Duties: The incumbents will be employed by Northland College, but will work directly with, and report to, the Great Lakes Network of the National Park Service Inventory & Monitoring (I) program. The goals of the I program include monitoring key environmental variables so that ecological change can be detected and addressed in a timely manner. The incumbents will assist with sampling vegetation. These are largely field based positions. The incumbents will assist with the establishment and sampling of permanent forest monitoring plots at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Michigan. Incumbents will collect extensive monitoring data on trees and coarse woody materials, take tree cores, and assess tree health. Field work will be performed in teams of 2-3 people. The incumbents may also spend approximately 5-10% of time performing computer work. This position operates on an 8 day on/6 day off schedule. During the 8-day sampling periods, incumbents will be expected to carry field equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. He/she will be exposed to high temperatures, stinging and biting insects, including extensive mosquitoes and ticks, and poisonous plants. The incumbents are responsible for securing and paying for their own housing in the Empire, Michigan area. To Apply: Please send a resume, cover letter, references, and unofficial transcripts to Suzanne Sanders (suzanne_sand...@nps.gov) by January 15, 2018. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted shortly thereafter. No phone calls or emails, other than applications, please.
[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal botany position at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Location: Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (stationed in Empire, Michigan) Duration: May 30 – August 29, 2018 (dates are firm) Pay: $20.00-$21.00/hour Description and Duties: The incumbent will be employed by Northland College, but will work directly with, and report to, the Great Lakes Network of the National Park Service Inventory & Monitoring (I) program. The goals of the I program include monitoring key environmental variables so that ecological change can be detected and addressed in a timely manner. This is largely a field-based position. The incumbent will assist with the establishment and sampling of permanent forest monitoring plots at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The incumbent will collect extensive data on the herbaceous layer and browse. He/she will be expected to identify 350 herbaceous species, and have considerable experience identifying members of the family Poaceae and genus Carex. Field work will be performed in teams of 2-3 people. The incumbent may also spend approximately 5-10% of time performing computer work. This position operates on an 8 day on/6 day off schedule. During the 8-day sampling periods, incumbent will be expected to carry field equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. He/she will be exposed to high temperatures, stinging and biting insects, including extensive mosquitos and ticks, and poisonous plants. The incumbent is responsible for securing and paying for his/her own housing in the Empire, Michigan area. To Apply: Please send a resume, cover letter, references, and unofficial transcripts to Suzanne Sanders (suzanne_sand...@nps.gov) by January 15, 2018. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted shortly thereafter. No phone calls or emails, other than applications, please.
[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal Botany Technician with the NPS in Munising, Michigan
Position Title: Botany Technician Location: Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (stationed in Munising, Michigan) Duration: May 17 – August 30, 2017 (dates are firm) Pay: $20.00/hour Description and Duties: The incumbent will be employed by Northland College, but will work directly with, and report to, the Great Lakes Network of the National Park Service Inventory & Monitoring (I) program. The goals of the I program include monitoring key environmental variables so that ecological change can be detected and addressed in a timely manner. This is largely a field-based position. The incumbent will assist with the establishment and sampling of permanent forest monitoring plots at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The incumbent will collect extensive data on the herbaceous layer and browse. He/she will be expected to identify 350 herbaceous species, and have considerable experience identifying members of the family Poaceae and genus Carex. Field work will be performed in teams of 2-3 people. The incumbent may also spend approximately 5-10% of time performing computer work. This position operates on an 8 day on/6 day off schedule. During the 8-day sampling periods, incumbent will be expected to carry field equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. He/she will be exposed to high temperatures, stinging and biting insects, including extensive mosquitos and ticks, and poisonous plants. The incumbent is responsible for securing and paying for his/her own housing in the Munising, MI area. To Apply: Please send a resume, cover letter, references, and unofficial transcripts to Suzanne Sanders (suzanne_sand...@nps.gov) by January 16, 2016. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted shortly thereafter. No phone calls or emails, other than applications, please.
[ECOLOG-L] Summer Forestry Technician Positions at Voyageurs National Park
We are seeking applicants for two summer Forestry Technician positions at Voyageurs National Park. These positions run May 16th through August 31st (dates are firm) with a compensation of $9.25-10.25/hour, depending on experience. The incumbents will be employed by Northland College, but will work directly with, and report to, the Great Lakes Network of the National Park Service Inventory & Monitoring (I) program. The goals of the IM program include monitoring key environmental variables so that ecological change can be detected and addressed in a timely manner. The incumbents will assist with sampling vegetation. These are largely field based positions. The incumbents will assist with the establishment and sampling of permanent forest monitoring plots at Voyageurs National Park in northern Minnesota. Incumbents will collect extensive monitoring data on trees and coarse woody materials, take tree cores, and assess tree health. Incumbents are expected to pass the Motorboat Operator Certification Course. Field work will be performed in teams of 2-3 people. The incumbents may also spend approximately 5-10% of time performing computer work. Seasonal housing will most likely be available at Whispering Pines seasonal housing area, near the Ash River Visitor Center. This position operates on an 8 day on/6 day off schedule. During the 8-day sampling periods, incumbents will primarily travel by motor boat and backcountry camp. They will be expected to carry field equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. He/she will be exposed to high temperatures, stinging and biting insects, including extensive mosquitos and ticks, and poisonous plants. Housing costs at Whispering Pines will be approximately $40.00 per two- week period. Alternative housing in the area is very limited. While we are considering applicants with all education and experience levels, we especially encourage current undergraduate sophomores and juniors enrolled in forestry programs. To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts to Suzanne Sanders (suzanne_sand...@nps.gov) by January 6, 2016. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted shortly thereafter. No phone calls or emails, other than applications, please.
[ECOLOG-L] Summer Botany Technician - Voyageurs National Park
We are seeking applicants for a summer botany technician position based at Voyageurs National Park. This position runs May 16 – August 31, 2016 (dates are firm) with a compensation of $20.00/hour The incumbent will be employed by Northland College, but will work directly with, and report to, the Great Lakes Network of the National Park Service Inventory & Monitoring (I) program. The goals of the I program include monitoring key environmental variables so that ecological change can be detected and addressed in a timely manner. This is largely a field-based position. The incumbent will assist with the establishment and sampling of permanent forest monitoring plots at Voyageurs National Park in northern Minnesota. The incumbent will collect extensive data on the herbaceous layer and browse. He/she will be expected to identify 350 herbaceous species, and have considerable experience identifying members of the family Poaceae and genus Carex. Incumbents are expected to pass the Motorboat Operator Certification Course. Field work will be performed in teams of 2-3 people. The incumbent may also spend approximately 5-10% of time performing computer work. This position operates on an 8 day on/6 day off schedule. During the 8- day sampling periods, the incumbent will primarily travel by motor boat, and will backcountry camp. He/she will be expected to carry field equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. He/she will be exposed to high temperatures, stinging and biting insects, including extensive mosquitos and ticks, and poisonous plants. Seasonal housing will most likely be available at Whispering Pines seasonal housing area, near the Ash River Visitor Center. Housing costs at Whispering Pines will be approximately $40.00 per two-week period. Alternative housing is very limited. To Apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts to Suzanne Sanders (suzanne_sand...@nps.gov) by January 6, 2016. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted shortly thereafter. No phone calls or emails, other than applications, please.
[ECOLOG-L] seasonal vegetation positions
Biological Science Technicians (plants) Location: Empire, MI and possibly also Munising, MI (duty station is not yet determined). Housing my be provided at a fee. Duration: May 4 – August 27, 2008 Series and Grade: GS-0404-4/5 Vacancies: 5 Pay: $10.17 - $18.34/hour Major Duties: The incumbents will work for the Great Lakes Network of the National Park Service Inventory Monitoring (IM) program. The goals of the IM program include monitoring key environmental variables so that ecological change can be detected and addressed in a timely manner. The incumbents will assist with sampling vegetation. These are largely field based positions. The incumbents will assist with the establishment of permanent monitoring plots at Sleeping Bear Dunes and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshores in Michigan. Incumbents will collect extensive monitoring data on trees, shrubs, and herbs, collect data on coarse woody materials, identify select insect and disease pathogens and assess tree health. The incumbents will work in one of two types of positions: 1) tree and shrub specialists. They will identify and measure tree and shrub species as well as collect data on coarse woody materials. 2) herbaceous specialists. They will record information on herbs and browse. It is essential that the herbaceous specialists be able to identify vegetation (including grasses and sedges) to the species level. Field work will be performed in teams of 2-3 people. The incumbents will also spend approximately 5-10% of time performing computer work. These positions will require frequent travel, and will typically work an eight day on/six day off schedule. The incumbents will be expected to carry field equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. He/she will be exposed to high temperatures, stinging and biting insects, and poisonous plants. Additional Information: These positions will be posted on USAJobs in early 2009: www.usajobs.opm.gov. Undergraduates and graduate students enrolled in fall 2009 may be hired directly and bypass the standard federal hiring process. Interested people are encouraged to contact Suzanne Sanders at 715-682-0631, ext. 23, with any questions. No emails please.
[ECOLOG-L] seasonal forest ecology technician needed
I am looking for someone for seasonal plant ecology work at Voyageurs National Park in northern Minnesota this summer. The position begins May 28 and runs through August 14th. It will entail 10 hour days, Monday through Thursday, camping during this time. I am looking for someone to be responsible primarily for measuring and identifying trees and shrubs. Interested people should call me at 715-682-0631. I can provide more information at this point. Suzanne Sanders National Park Service Great Lakes Network Office Ashland, WI 54806 715-682-0631
botany crew leader and field crew positions
The Great Lakes Network of the National Park Service is hiring a botany field crew and crew leader for summer work at Voyageurs National Park. These are largely field based positions. The incumbents will establish permanent monitoring plots at Voyageurs National Park in northern Minnesota. They will collect extensive monitoring data on trees, shrubs, and herbs, collect data on fuel loads, identify select insect and disease pathogens and assess tree health. It is essential that the incumbent be able to identify vegetation (including grasses and sedges) to the species level. Field work will be performed in teams of 2-3 people. This position will require frequent travel, including backpacking, canoeing, and extensive camping. Some sites will be accessed via backpack and the incumbent will be expected to carry both camping and field equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. He/she will be exposed to high temperatures, stinging and biting insects, and poisonous plants. These positions are now open and are posted at USAJobs: www.usajobs.opm.gov under the title biological technician (plants). They will remain open until February 29. You must apply online. Interested people are encouraged to contact Suzanne Sanders at 715-682-0631, ext. 23, with any questions.
seasonal job opportunities: botany/forestry biotechs at Voyageurs Nat'l Park
Location: International Falls, MN or Ash River MN (duty station is not yet determined). Housing my be provided at a fee. Vacancies: 3 technicians and 1 crew leader Duration: May 13 (crew leader) or May 27 (technicians) August 14, 2008 (starting date is firm) Series and Grade: GS-0404-5 (technicians); GS-0404-7 (crew leader) Pay: $14.11 - $18.34/hour technicians and $17.47 22.72/hour crew leader Major Duties: The incumbents will work for the Great Lakes Network of the National Park Service Inventory Monitoring (IM) program. The goals of the IM program include monitoring key environmental variables (vital signs) so that ecological change can be detected and addressed in a timely manner. The incumbents will assist with sampling for the vegetation vital sign. This is a largely field based position. The incumbents will assist with the establishment of permanent monitoring plots at Voyageurs National Park in northern Minnesota. Incumbents will collect extensive monitoring data on trees, shrubs, and herbs, collect data on coarse woody debris, identify select insect and disease pathogens and assess tree health. It is essential that the incumbents be able to identify vegetation to the species level. Field work will be performed in teams of 2-3 people. The incumbent will also spend approximately 5-10% of time performing computer work. This position will require frequent travel, including backpacking, canoeing, and extensive camping. Some sites will be accessed via backpack and the incumbent will be expected to carry both camping and field equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. He/she will be exposed to high temperatures, stinging and biting insects, and poisonous plants. ***If you are a undergraduate or graduate student, you may be hired by bypassing the standard federal hiring system. Interested people are strongly encouraged to contact Suzanne Sanders at the earliest possible convenience at 715-682-0631, ext. 23, with any questions.*** If you are not a currently enrolled student, you may apply for these positions when they are posted mid-January at USAJobs: www.usajobs.opm.gov. Suzanne Sanders National Park Service Great Lakes Inventory Monitoring Network 2800 Lake Shore Dr. East Ashland, WI 54806
