MassDEP’s Watershed Planning Program (WPP) has posted a requisition that will result in hiring seven (7) people to provide critical support to our Water Quality Monitoring and Nonpoint Source Management Programs for approximately 5 months in Summer 2021.

These staff will participate in water quality and ecological field surveys by calibrating sampling equipment, obtaining field samples, delivering samples to analytical laboratories, and processing biological samples; participate in the sampling and analysis of fish, macroinvertebrate, and algae populations and their habitat for the purpose of assessing the condition of lakes, rivers, and other water bodies in Massachusetts; participate in laboratory analysis of water quality samples for characteristics like color and turbidity; participate in selected biological laboratory activities such as chlorophyll-a analysis, sorting macroinvertebrate samples, algae identifications, and length-weight/condition factor in fish; assist in compiling and entering environmental monitoring data into electronic databases; assist with data analysis preparatory to writing reports on monitoring studies; and perform desktop analyses and tasks that support efforts to protect, restore, and study the Commonwealth’s surface water resources.

We greatly appreciate your help in passing along this announcement to qualified candidates, as well as to others who can help to get the word out. See the link below for a detailed job description and application information. While DEP requisitions remain open until filled, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days of the posting.

https://massanf.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=200008M8

MassDEP is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The California Native Plant Society is hiring! Join our team!
 
CNPS is looking for a Community Science Coordinator and an Important Plant
Areas Program Assistant.
 
The *Community Science Coordinator
<https://californianativeplantsociety.applytojob.com/apply/RLWUF3H5f3/Community-Science-Coordinator>*
will
capture California’s pyrodiversity after 2020’s historic fire season,
activating people to explore the plant diversity revealed after the fires,
and compile photos and stories to help change the perceptions around
wildland fire. The coordinator looks to “game-ify” and socialize data
collection, relying on large numbers of volunteers and observations and
smaller numbers of experts and data management to extract trends and
stories from available information.
 
The *Important Plant Areas Program Assistant*
<https://californianativeplantsociety.applytojob.com/apply/1a5qEhAUMd/Important-Plant-Areas-Program-Assistant>
will assist with the final stages of IPA tool development and public
rollout, and is funded for a 2-year term. The Program Assistant will
utilize large spatial datasets and needs to both manage, curate, and update
these databases with new information as it becomes available, as well as
visualize such data in a manner suitable for a variety of audiences ranging
from the general public to academia.
 
The full job announcements and application instructions can be found here
<https://www.cnps.org/about/jobs>.
 
Thank you for spreading the word and supporting CNPS!

Please share this ad for a PhD position in Lausanne Switzerland… Bernard

Please share with undergraduate students interested in a summer research
experience using DNA methods to study biodiversity in the Hawaiian
Islands.

The University of Hawaii at Manoa is offering an NSF-funded Research
Experience for Undergraduates (REU) during the summer of 2021 focused
on the use of DNA methods to study Hawaiian biodiversity. Participants
will take advantage of high-throughput DNA sequencing, phylogenetic,
population genetic, and genomic methods to study the evolutionary and
biogeographic origins of Hawaiʻi’s native, endemic and invasive
organisms. REU participants will be mentored by a diverse faculty from
the School of Life Sciences, the Hawai‘i Institute of Marine Biology,
and the Department of Tropical Plant and Soil Sciences.

Applicants from backgrounds underrepresented in STEM fields, including
Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders and students currently enrolled in
community colleges are encouraged to apply. Previous research experience
is not required. The 10-week REU summer program provides participants
with stipends and covers the costs of accommodations, food, and travel
to the REU site. This unique experience allows participants to gain
hands-on research experience, providing an excellent stepping stone for
future graduate studies in ecology, evolution, and conservation biology.

The REU program website and application form can be found here:
https://biodiversity-reu.manoa.hawaii.edu. Although the program is
subject to change depending on the status of the COVID-19 pandemic,
we are currently planning for the REU to be an in-person experience in
summer 2021.

If you have questions, please direct them to Drs. Stephanie Kraft-Terry
and Peter Marko at uhmreu@hawaii.edu.

Stephanie Kraft-Terry           Peter Marko
Associate Professor            Associate Professor
School of Life Sciences          School of Life Sciences

Peter Marko <pmarko@hawaii.edu>

Subject: BLM Wetland (Lentic) Monitoring Lead and Field Technician Positions

TITLE: BLM Wetland (Lentic) Monitoring Lead and Field Technicians

POSITION TYPE: Full-time, temporary

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 15 in total, 5 Lead Technicians and 10 Field Technicians

WORK LOCATIONS: California, Colorado, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming

PAY RATE: $15.00Ãf¢ÒÂEURҔ$19.00, depending on experience and position. $42.50/day per diem when traveling beyond base location. Health insurance provided.

DURATION: MayÃf¢ÒÂEURҔSeptember 2021 (Lead Technicians begin in early April)

Summary of Positions

In partnership with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the Colorado Natural Heritage Program (CNHP) is seeking experienced field technicians to collect wetland monitoring data through BLMÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s new Wetland (Lentic) Assessment, Inventory and Monitoring (AIM) Program. Successful applicants will be trained in the methods by Wetland Ecologists from CNHP and BLMÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s National Operations Center and will spend the summer applying the protocol in wetlands and other lentic areas on BLM lands throughout the western states of California, Colorado, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming. Quantitative vegetation data will be collected using the line-point-intercept (LPI) method. Additional data collection will include soils, hydrology, water quality, and surrounding land use.

Five field teams of three technicians each (1 Lead Technician and 2 Field Technicians) will be hired. The teams will be stationed in one of five states: California, Colorado, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming. Crews will spend 4 to 8 days in a row in the field, often camping away from their base location. All teams will travel extensively across their base states (CA, CO, NV, UT, WY), collecting data in a wide variety of settings. All teams will have the opportunity to work with BLM Hydrologists, Aquatic Biologists, and Resource Specialists across the West.

Lead Technician positions may start up to 1 month in advance of the field season (estimated start date in April) to plan field season logistics and scout field sites. The Lead Technician will be responsible for supporting and managing crew safety and wellbeing, coordinating field logistics and scheduling, managing the crewÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s equipment, and completing administrative paperwork. Before, during and after field data collection, the Lead Technician will be responsible for the organization and quality control of all data collected using iPad tablets and occasional paper forms.

Qualifications for All Positions

1. Coursework in botany, ecology, natural resources, range management, or related field required for all positions. A completed B.S. degree is preferred for all positions and required for Lead Technicians.

2. Field experience collecting scientific data, specifically vegetation sampling, soil profile descriptions, water quality sampling, and/or other environmental data required for all positions. Knowledge of wetland ecology and experience working in wetlands and/or riparian areas preferred.

3. Previous experience working on a BLM Assessment, Inventory and Monitoring (AIM) crew, either Terrestrial or Aquatic AIM, preferred, especially for Lead Technicians.

4. Experience using dichotomous botanical keys and field guides, familiarity with the major plant families, and knowledge of western flora and/or wetland species preferred (required for at least one member of each team).

5. Experience with aerial photography (Google Earth), navigating with a topographic map, and use of GPS preferred for all positions and required for Lead Technicians. Experience with ArcGIS preferred for Lead Technicians, but not required.

6. Willingness and ability to work long hours and unusual schedules, travel extensively during the field season, share living quarters in rustic field housing, bunkhouses, and car camping, and potentially backpack and hike long distances (up to 10 miles / day) while carrying a heavy pack (up to 40 lbs) required for all positions.

7. Willingness and ability to work with a positive attitude in field conditions that include exposure to inclement weather, rugged terrain, hot or cold weather (30Ãf¢ÒÂEURҔ110Ãf’Ò° F), mosquitos, and poisonous plants, all while maintaining a strong commitment to team safety required for all positions.

8. Careful attention to detail and strong written and organizational skills to complete lengthy field forms required for all positions. Experience collecting data electronically using tablets or other devices preferred for all positions.

9. Strong oral communication skills for professional interactions with BLM staff and private landowners required for all positions.

10. A valid driverÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s license required for all positions. Experience driving 4×4 vehicles on rough roads preferred.

11. Wilderness First Aid or other field safety training preferred for all positions.

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, we at CNHP and CSU take it very seriously and continue to implement and adjust our COVID-19 safety plan to protect the health and safety of our employees and the communities in which we work.

To apply email resume, cover letter, and three references (with phone numbers) to Katrina Castro at Katrina.Castro@colostate.edu. Please indicate if you would like to be considered for the Lead Technician and which state you would prefer to work in.

First consideration of applicants will begin January 8, 2021. Applications will continue to be accepted until all positions are filled or until April 30, 2021, whichever comes first. Applicants for the Lead Technician Position are encouraged to apply early.

Position Available Salt Marsh Research Technicians Ãf¢ÒÂEURҔ TEMPORARY (SUMMER 2021)

Background

The Buzzards Bay Coalition is a non-profit environmental advocacy organization focused on the protection, restoration and sustainable use and enjoyment of Buzzards Bay and its watershed. We pursue our mission to save Buzzards Bay through research, conservation, education, and advocacy. Rapid salt marsh die-off in the Buzzards Bay, MA watershed motivated the Buzzards Bay Coalition, in partnership with Buzzards Bay National Estuary Program, Woodwell Climate Research Center, and other partners, to launch a salt marsh research program that started in 2017. Through our salt marsh research program we are monitoring marsh ecosystems, mapping current and historic salt marsh extent, and testing an adaptation technique for salt marshes experiencing interior drowning from accelerated sea level rise.

Position

The Buzzards Bay Coalition is seeking two energetic, independent, and self-motivated research technicians to carry out salt marsh monitoring for summer 2021. TechniciansÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm) primary responsibilities will include conducting salt marsh vegetation and invertebrate field surveys, data collection and entry. Surveys are conducted at 12 marshes around the Buzzards Bay watershed from Westport to Falmouth. The technicians will be responsible for managing the workload and scheduling to facilitate accurate, high quality, and efficient data collection and entry. You will be provided with all necessary resources, protocols, field guides, equipment, training and support to complete these tasks. Technicians may also have the opportunity to assist or independently conduct elevation, hydrology, and soil characteristic surveys. As time permits, you may have the opportunity to complete laboratory analyses on field collected samples. Technicians must be able to follow directions, pay attention to detail, and accurately record data. Work schedules and total hours will vary from week to week, and are based around tide and weather conditions. Work outside of normal working hours, including some weekends, may be required.

Qualifications

Interest in the environment, coastal ecology, and/or water quality protection. The selected technicians will be skilled at working both independently and as part of a team. Some work experience, background, or formal education in ecology, environmental science, biology, or related field is required, with a focus on coastal ecosystems preferred. Applicants with experience identifying salt marsh vegetation and collecting environmental field samples will be given preference. Experience with data management in spreadsheet software, and excellent organizational skills required. The technician must be capable of working long hours under physical conditions in the field including heat, humidity, and wet, as well as carrying equipment up to 30 pounds for a mile. Technicians will need to have their own reliable transportation to get to/from field sites.

Compensation

This is a temporary, at-will position for an average of 40 hours per week for 10 weeks over the time period of June 28 to September 10, 2021, with exact end date to be determined. This position will be paid $14.5 per hour. If summer housing is needed, Buzzards Bay Coalition may be able to facilitate finding short-term, cohousing accommodations for rent. In your application, please state if you would be interested. No health insurance or other benefits are available.

To Apply

To apply, email a resume including contact information for three references and a cover letter explaining your interest in the position to: Rachel Jakuba, Science Director, at jakuba@savebuzzardsbay.org. Application review will begin Feb 1, 2021 and position will remain open until filled.

More information on Buzzards Bay Coalition available here: https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.savebuzzardsbay.org%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7C8e7b06e898004434fc7708d8a7f4c8c0%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637444017192807529%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=P18AFk2bwuSb5YeaFK2JW2YNz334mXzmXuUm5CM0kbI%3D&amp;reserved=0

The Western Forest Initiative is hiring three field staff for the Summer of 2021.

These positions will involve examining long-term forest research plots for growth, mortality and recruitment, mapping down woody debris, and undertaking ancillary tasks such as fuel measurements, seedling surveys, soil and leaf collection, and dendrometer measurements. Work will begin in the Yosemite Forest Dynamics Plot (Yosemite National Park) and continue to the Wind River Forest Dynamics Plot (Gifford Pinchot National Forest), and end in the Utah Forest Dynamics Plot (Cedar Breaks National Monument). We seek three field crew members to join our field lead, PhD students, and team of scientists.

DURATION: Mid-May through mid-August. The work schedule is four, ten-hour days per week. Because we donÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)t work under inclement conditions, and because covid-19 will probably still be an issue somehow, the crew needs to be flexible. We have a robust, but not terribly onerous, covid-19 plan that worked well for us in the summer of 2020. You have to agree to follow our plan for this job.

PAY: $13.50 per hour. We provide campground and field station accommodations (camping at Yosemite and Cedar Breaks, field station at Wind River, we provide all group cooking gear). We reimburse actual gas expenses (with receipts) for travel between the crewÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s residences and each of the field sites.

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must demonstrate previous experience taking vegetation data for research purposes, working safely in challenging environments, and following complex protocols. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to solve problems, and to work both independently and in teams of two or three. Work will involve moving through sometimes rough terrain carrying delicate and expensive equipment, as well as carrying up to 10 kg of additional gear. Knowledge of western flora, tree pathogens, and forest insects is helpful, as is solid experience with outdoor living. Applicants must have a valid driverÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s license, good driving history (no recent DUI or reckless driving), and a Wilderness First Aid certification valid for the season (Wilderness First Responder preferred; urban first aid/CPR not enough).

APPLY: Please assemble the following into a single PDF file and email it to james.lutz@usu.edu 1) a one-page cover letter describing your reasons for applying, specific dates of availability including any planned mid-summer absences, or a statement that you plan none (we wonÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)t consider applications without availability information), and confirmation of your first aid certification, 2) a resume, no longer than two pages, 3) unofficial transcripts, and 4) names, phone numbers and email addresses of three references.

Deadline: January 31, 2021. We are reviewing applications now. We try to make staffing decisions by the end of February.  Additional information and background at: https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fyfdp.org%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7C13a111c5c0da41b8898508d8acabf961%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637449202048010991%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=rMYSTPiIGKifDUsXXSjf1s%2BezBIhJYn6EovMvoDjDKg%3D&amp;reserved=0, https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwfdp.org%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7C13a111c5c0da41b8898508d8acabf961%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637449202048010991%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=HzPvu0V%2BQSTj%2Bt37JJvbWYek6VUQ0cXbentslIBZ4oc%3D&amp;reserved=0, and https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fufdp.org%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7C13a111c5c0da41b8898508d8acabf961%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637449202048010991%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=l6CigxkhYHtM8zmjh75UQ8U%2BMcTidW7ClRNSFV%2FzdF4%3D&amp;reserved=0. Each of the research plots also has a Facebook page with general photos of the work sites and activities.

Subject: Job Opportunity: Seasonal Restoration Project Coordinators, Wildlands Restoration Volunteers, CO

Wildlands Restoration Volunteers seeks individuals who are passionate about

WRVÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s mission to heal the land and build community. Seasonal Restoration

Project Coordinators lead group projects across Colorado in one or more of

WRVÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s program areas (Natural Habitats, Vital Rivers, Native Seeds, Invasive

Weeds, Healthy Forests, Sustainable Trails, and Families & Youth), depending

on experience and organizational needs.

At least one position will be based out of WRVÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s newly acquired Boulder

County headquarters in Longmont, CO, with a strong preference for experience

working with youth. Additional positions will have flexibility to be based

out of either WRVÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s Longmont or Fort Collins offices. The total number of

available positions along with any other preferred skillsets will be

communicated prior to interviews.

Restoration Project Coordinators supplement a year-round program team of

experienced staff and are aided by a large corps of dedicated and inspiring

volunteer leaders. Leadership and technical training opportunities are

provided, and staff may shadow on additional projects that are of interest

to them in order to gain additional knowledge and experience.

Required Skills:

Natural resource background (such as Ecology, Biology, Botany, Forestry,

Hydrology, Natural Resource Management, Landscaping, Horticulture,

Agriculture, or related fields)

Project management skills

Experience coordinating complex events

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong teamwork skills

Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office

Willingness to work evenings/weekends as needed

Able to balance multiple projects and deadlines

Community-oriented, flexible, and reliable

Willingness to communicate and follow COVID-19 and other safety precautions

Desired Skills:

Experience with habitat restoration or other forms of outdoor stewardship

Experience working with youth and youth groups, including leadership

development

Experience with trail construction

Spanish language skills highly preferred

Experience working with diverse populations

Experience with volunteer engagement or group leadership

Knowledge of native plant identification

Qualified and experienced in chainsaw (S212 certification); prefer Faller-B

or equivalent

Qualified and experienced in crosscut saw

Ability to safely use trucks and trailers on uneven terrain. Experience with

trailer safety, DOT laws, ATVs and use of heavy equipment.

First Aid/CPR, Wilderness First Aid, or Wilderness First Responder

certification

View the full job posting:

https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wlrv.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021-WRV-Seasonals-Job-Announcement.pdf&data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7C13a111c5c0da41b8898508d8acabf961%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637449202048030976%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=P9Aq%2B0Nm6a3XqVqOnMAzj0OZfaLEejg%2F2DaxBh5LzTE%3D&reserved=0

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to Kevin Shuck, Director

of Programs, at kevin@wlrv.org. Please state whether you are interested in a

position in the Longmont or Fort Collins, CO, or both. Applications will be

reviewed starting January 29th and will continue to be reviewed until all

positions are filled. No phone calls, please.

Date: Tue, 15 Dec 2020 23:25:20

From: Amy Gladding <amy.gladding@walkerbasin.org>

Subject: Employment Opportunity: Conservation Crew Leader Positions in Northern NV

Established in 2014, the Walker Basin Conservancy (WBC) is leading the effort to restore and maintain Walker Lake while protecting agricultural, environmental and recreational interests in the Walker Basin (https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.walkerbasin.org%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7Cc38bd5ae990a47c5337508d8a274d06d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637437969889914540%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=%2BYXQ2%2BaYcA8j9QfWd0lCDb%2F7wNRAXGRBTKqqu638HSc%3D&amp;reserved=0). The nascent and dynamic nature of the WBC and its diverse management obligations provide unique opportunities to develop operations from the ground level up, working closely with staff who are passionate about their mission.

The WBC currently manages thousands of acres of land and assets on multiple properties in the Walker Basin.  Land planning activities are underway and focus on assessing public use opportunities, conservation values, long term land ownership and stewardship, active and passive revegetation and restoration activities.

JOB PURPOSE: The primary purpose of a Conservation Crew Leader is to support stewardship projects and field operations of the Walker Basin Conservancy (Conservancy) to ensure the successful restoration of retired farmlands to self-sustaining ecological communities. S/he will work with the Field Operations Manager, Stewardship Manager and other staff to implement and monitor stewardship projects and is expected to spend a significant amount of time in the field. The Crew Leader will also work with the AmeriCorps Program Manger to supervise four or more AmeriCorps members on their team and is responsible for the safety, training, project performance, and weekly administrative paperwork of their team.

Knowledge of desert plant ecology and ecological restoration, nursery or horticultural practices, and agricultural systems, irrigation equipment, and hand and power tools is important. The Crew Leader should have a sincere interest in sharing their knowledge of Great Basin Desert ecology, restoration practices, flora and fauna of Nevada, and agricultural applications as they relate to conservation success. The position requires mentorship, patience, technical aptitude, focus on efficiency, and a high level of comfort in the outdoors. Crew Leaders are ultimately responsible for crew success.

Essential Functions

*             In cooperation with the Field Operations Manager and Stewardship Manager, implement day to day operations of lands managed by WBC and track progress of assigned field projects.

*             Responsible for team and project operational safety, maintaining and transporting a variety of small to heavy equipment (hand tools, power tools, tractors, mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, backhoe, water truck, and road grader).

*             Lead a team of 4-8 AmeriCorps members and manage the day-to-day details of project work for the team.

*             Assist with all aspects of successful stewardship implementation, including:

o             Treat invasive weeds through a variety of hand, mechanical, and chemical treatments.

o             Install and manage drip, handline, trench, and wheel line irrigation systems.

o             Plant shrubs, grasses and forbs from containerized stock and seed.

o             Identify native and non-native flora of Nevada.

o             Clear and prepare fields for revegetation or irrigation projects.

o             Construct and maintain recreation trails, signs, and a variety of fences.

*             Implement skills training on work-site and facilitate intentional discussions via informal lessons to contribute to team member personal growth and group dynamics.

*             Collect, compile, and report field data using paper forms, electronic databases, GPS, cameras, and other equipment.

*             Ensure that accurate records of all daily activities are kept and delivered to the appropriate parties. Submit field reports, timesheets, and AmeriCorps performance measure data on a weekly basis.

*             Ensure that team members complete administrative tasks such as timesheets efficiently and accurately.

*             Develop a deep working knowledge off all equipment, irrigation infrastructure, project partners, and vegetation management techniques used by the Program.

*             Other duties as assigned mutually agreeable between Walker Basin Conservancy and the employee.

Preferred Qualifications

*             1+ years of experience in a natural resources, agricultural, or landscaping setting with demonstrated leadership experience;

*             Ability to safely operate ATVs, 4×4 trucks, and trailers;

*             Ability to safely operate specialized tools such as chainsaws, gas powered pumps, and backpack sprayers;

*             Ability to utilize GPS, Office software, and databases, keep detailed records, and work unsupervised to accomplish program tasks;

*             Clean driving record and a NV State driver’s license, or ability to obtain within 1 month of hire; and

*             Strong oral and written communication, conflict resolution, and project management skills.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Strength, dexterity, coordination, and vision to use tools and equipment for prolonged periods.  Strength and stamina to bend, stoop, sit, and stand for long periods of time.  Strength and dexterity to operate small, medium, and heavy equipment.  Strength and stamina to endure standing and working for long periods of time and in extreme weather conditions.  Dexterity and vision to observe oncoming traffic hazards and react quickly to emergency situations.  Some heavy lifting (over 75 pounds) is occasionally required.

In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations.  Applicants and incumbents are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Working Conditions

Technicians work in an outdoor setting with varying weather conditions, including, but not limited to: extreme heat, dry conditions, rain, snow or hail, and extreme cold.  Work sites will generally be in areas with at least primitive road access for crew vehicles. Work sites will generally not have access to potable water, restroom facilities, or cellphone signals, and Technicians will be expected to follow Leave No Trace principals on work sites without facilities. Work will frequently require hiking over rough terrain while carrying tools and equipment.

Position may occasionally be required to operate heavy machinery in hazardous environments. Environment is generally dirty, with prolonged exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, noise, or odors. Frequent interruptions to planned work activities occur.

Salary & Benefits:

Pay range of $16-$22 per hour depending on experience.

Excellent employee benefits package which includes:

*             Employer paid health, dental, vision and life insurance plans for employee Retirement 403(b) plan includes a 6% automatic company contribution;

*             120 hours of annual paid vacation, increasing to 160 hours after first year of employment;

*             16 hours of annual personal leave;

*             Company paid holiday week between Christmas and New Year’s;

*             60 hours of annual sick leave;

*             11 paid holidays;

*             Health and wellness subsidy; and

*             Employer paid professional development.

Position will remain open until filled. Only top candidates will be contacted.

Please send cover letter and resume to:

Amy Gladding

amy.gladding@walkerbasin.org

Subject Line: Conservation Crew Leader

All applicants must also submit an Employment Application Acknowledgement form that can be found on our website at: https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walkerbasin.org%2Fjoin-our-team&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7Cc38bd5ae990a47c5337508d8a274d06d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637437969889914540%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=Ta76gBYr7HIIxyWtMm90JIxcu%2Ff2mlQUAbWQ1gwK5%2BU%3D&amp;reserved=0

Please call (775) 463-9887 ext. 116 with questions.

Walker Basin Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Opportunity Statement – Walker Basin Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer. WBC does not discriminate against any employee, applicant, director, officer, contractor, or any other person with whom it deals because of race, creed, color, disability, age, sex, veteran status, religion or political affiliation. WBC complies with all federal and local statutes prohibiting discrimination in employment.

Reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability.

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From: Morgan Brandenburg <mbrandenburg@conservationlegacy.org>

Subject: Ecological and Vegetation Monitoring Crew Leader, Several New Mexico Locations

Vegetation & Ecological Monitoring

with

the Bureau of Land Management

and

Southwest Conservation Corps

Position Title:  Crew Leader

Position Type:  Full-time, temporary

Number of Positions:  4

Locations in New Mexico:

Taos BLM Field Office, (IMMEDIATE OPENING)

Rio Puerco BLM Field Office in Albuquerque

Farmington BLM Field Office

Socorro BLM Field Office

Program Dates:

Taos: ASAP or from mid-late April 2021 to mid-late April 2022 (52 or 52+ weeks)

Albuquerque and Farmington: from mid-late April 2021 to mid-late April 2022 (52 weeks)

Socorro: from mid-late April 2021 to mid-late March 2022 (44 weeks)

Salary:  $685/week

Benefits:  Paid training; camping food allowance ($15/day via company credit card); health benefits package

Hiring Benefits:  Public Land Corps hiring authority: eligible to use, for two years upon completion of term, a noncompetitive hiring status for consideration when applying to competitive service positions for a federal agency.

Southwest Conservation Corps’s Mission

It is the mission of the Southwest Conservation Corps (SCC) to empower individuals to positively impact their lives, their communities, and the environment.

Bureau of Land Management’s Mission

The Bureau of Land Management’s mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Program Overview:

Crews will conduct vegetation monitoring using the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Terrestrial Assessment, Inventory, & Monitoring (AIM) methodology. More information on the BLM’s AIM strategy can be found on the AIM website: https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faim.landscapetoolbox.org%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7Cc38bd5ae990a47c5337508d8a274d06d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637437969889954503%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=ug3S1zDbYjmtFqbM6SOE1DvP4ez%2F%2BnABpRZ7YOatqes%3D&amp;reserved=0.    Crews will consist of three individuals: two crew members and one crew lead.  Together, they will monitor land health on BLM lands including National Monument lands, vegetation treatments, rangeland allotments, or reference areas using AIM methodology.

Within all plots, the crew will identify vegetation to species, gather species cover and composition data using line-point intercept and gap measurements, measure soil stability, and describe the site and soil pits.  All data will be georeferenced using a GPS unit and stored in an ArcGIS geodatabase.  Data are entered into a database on site with ruggedized tablets and are further analyzed and, at the end of the season, synthesized into various reports for future land management planning.  The crew may also have the opportunity to assist with other public land management projects involving wildlife, range, and forestry.

Fieldwork is often in remote areas.  Crews are often required to drive to several different areas of the Field or District Office throughout a four- to eight-day work week (colloquially, “hitch”), camp overnight, share camp meals and chores, hike several miles per day carrying equipment, and return to the office for equipment and data management.

*We have developed and successfully implemented protocols in precaution against COVID-19 transmission between crew personnel.  Protocols address mask-wearing, cleaning, sanitation, on-the-job health reports, and isolation if necessary.  Crews will ride in the same vehicle, go grocery shopping, and share camping and sampling equipment.  Some remote accommodations for the periodic days of office work are available.*

Crew Lead’s Responsibilities

The Crew Lead supports and manages the field crew’s safety, wellbeing, and development.  Consistently exercises discretion and judgment. Coordinates and delegates field logistics, hitch plans, food budget scheduling, crew tasks, debriefs, and management of the crew’s equipment.  Provides/asks for feedback to/from crew members regarding performance.

The Crew Lead is the primary contact between the crew and the SCC supervisor/BLM staff.  Completes necessary administrative paperwork.  Holds and documents spending of a company credit card.  Before, during, and after field data collection, the lead is responsible for the organization and quality control of all AIM data collected in Collector for ArcGIS.

At the end of the season, the Crew Lead will analyze, interpret, or make deductions for varying data, and will be required report data to various BLM offices and stakeholders. Written reports will be completed and involve the presentation of scientific data and pre/post treatment analysis.

The crew lead should be passionate about sound science principles, be an advocate for the AIM program in the field office, and have a willingness to learn about how AIM data could be used in range, forestry, fire and wildlife programs within the BLM.  The crew lead should be passionate about facilitating the crew members’ experience similarly.

Minimal Qualifications:

  *   College Graduate (Bachelor’s, at minimum) with coursework in ecology, botany, range science, soil science, wildlife biology, natural resource management, conservation biology, or a related field

     *   OR previous professional experience performing AIM methodology

  *   Aged at least 21 years upon hire

  *   Able to produce identification as stipulated by I-9upon hire

  *   Valid US driver’s license and insurable driving record

  *   Able to pass Conservation Legacy’s and the Department of Interior’s background checks

  *   Experience with (digital, preferred) data collection and Microsoft Suite software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), or similar

  *   Excellent communication (including in-person, email, and phone), organizational, and planning skills

  *   Experience working as part of a team and able to work well with others

  *   Self-motivated and able to work independently with limited supervision after the initial training period, with excellent discernment of when to ask for help. The applicant must be able to maneuver and operate in both the office and field.

  *   Willing to empower crew members to improve in performing their duties and all associated skills

  *   Physically capable of standing and walking (at a minimum 6 miles/day on rough, uneven terrain), bending, crouching and stooping for long periods of time, and lifting/carrying items that weigh up to 40 pounds, in upwards of 100 degree (F) heat while maintaining a cheery to neutral attitude.

  *   Experience and willingness to spend multiple days (1-8 days at a time) making day trips and car-camping in remote areas; willing to learn, teach, and adhere to best practices for field safety, comfort, and low-impact principles

  *   Willing to spend several hours per day and/or per week riding in, navigating, and driving an agency four-wheel drive pick-up truck on- and off-highway, sometimes over/around tricky or unexpected obstacles

     *   If little prior off-road driving experience, then willing to learn

     *   Willing to constantly demonstrate and enforce best driving practices

  *   Sound and fair physical and emotional risk assessment

  *   Able to work in and respond to adverse weather conditions including extreme heat, monsoonal rains, and hazardous wildlife (i.e. rattlesnakes, scorpions, biting/stinging insects, horses)

  *   Current (or able to obtain) CPR, Wilderness First Aid (reimbursed if personally obtained or re-certified after May 2020), and Defensive Driver Training certificates

  *   At least 1 cumulative year of experience identifying plants to species in the field, from photos, taxonomic keys, and/or pressed specimens

Preferred Qualifications:

  *   At least 6 months’ experience in vegetation monitoring and leading a crew of 2 or more people

  *   Previous standardized ecological monitoring or Interpreting Indicators of Rangeland Health experience

  *   Previous leadership experience

  *   Familiarity with New Mexico flora and its associated taxonomic keys, or nearby

  *   Experience hand texturing, characterizing soil pits, and identifying soil series or ecological sites based on observational and quantitative data

  *   Experience safely operating 4WD trucks on paved and unpaved roads, often in remote areas on unimproved roads.

  *   Experience with handheld GPS units and External GNSS GPS antennae and basic troubleshooting

  *   Experience with mobile data collection using Collector for ArcGIS and Survey123 apps

  *   Experience with ArcMap, ArcCatalog and ArcGIS Online interface

  *   Knowledge of creating maps, performing basic analysis, and organizing data

  *   Field safety and risk management training

  *   Experience working or recreating in desert or rangeland ecosystems

Public Land Corps:

The Public Land Corps (PLC) program provides the opportunity for young people between the ages of 16 and 30 (civilian) or 35 (veteran) years to work on conservation projects on public lands. Participants must successfully complete 640 hours that include at least 120 hours on federal lands through the PLC. PLC members are not federal government employees, but those who successfully complete the PLC requirements are then eligible to use, for two years, a noncompetitive hiring status for consideration when applying to competitive service positions. https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blm.gov%2Fcareers%2Fstudents-and-grads%2Fpublic-lands-corps&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7Cc38bd5ae990a47c5337508d8a274d06d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637437969889954503%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=eLmRfYwdLSAL6AK%2BgI7jnsHUZVEPKtaXyl7sY6kGbsk%3D&amp;reserved=0

To apply, go to position announcement here and click “New Application” at bottom.

Or, go to: https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsccorps.org%2Fsmall-teams&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cpat.anderson%40uconn.edu%7Cc38bd5ae990a47c5337508d8a274d06d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637437969889954503%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=tt%2FvMqE8dQsn1ihzGHfgE3C1GZaS5NAW%2FbZ9yuGWUFI%3D&amp;reserved=0, and follow the link to the above.  Application involves cover letter, resume/CV, at least two academic or professional (non-peer) references, and screening questions.  Incomplete applications are given less weight.

SCC offers several Ecological Monitoring crew positions across Colorado and New Mexico, mostly performing the terrestrial AIM methodology.  If interested in multiple locations, please clearly rank interest.  Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

We anticipate beginning the interview process in January.  Apply now for advance consideration.  Feel free to reach out to Ecological Monitoring Manager Cassandra Owen at cowen@conservationlegacy.org with questions.