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Invasive Plant Survey, Mapping and Treatment Technician

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Sectors Terrestrial / Aquatic Ecology & Conservation
Location Nevada - America North
Type Temporary / Contract / Seasonal
Status Full Time
Level First Level
Company Name Great Basin Institute
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Directory Entry : Conservation jobs with The Great Basin Institute. The Great Basin Institute is an interdisciplinary field studies organization that promotes environmental research, education, and conservation throughout the West
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Description
IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, is recruiting 1 Research Associate to perform botanical surveys for invasive and noxious weeds in support of the Forest’s Statewide Noxious Weed Program. The main duties for this position include: treating noxious weed populations by hand or through chemical application of herbicides; inventorying wilderness and non-wilderness forest lands for noxious weed populations; and mapping treatment areas and plant populations using a hand-held PDR (personal data recorder) and GPS unit. A training session including invasive plant and noxious weed identification, herbicide safety (including applicator certification), technical training with PDRs and associated software, ATV and 4WD operation, and first aid will be provided.

Location:
The opening is available along the Sierra Front at the Carson Ranger District.

Timeline: June 25, 2012 – September 21, 2012
**There is the possibility of extension until October 26, 2012, which includes additional pay**

Compensation: 
o Living stipend = $5,041.60
o AmeriCorps Education Award* = $1,468
o Monthly housing stipend= 350/month

Qualifications:
Technical requirements:
o The successful candidates will possess knowledge and interest in botany and plant identification – prior experience with invasive plant management, desirable;
o Willingness and ability to utilize chemical herbicide treatment methods;
o Experience utilizing hand-held GPS units and/or PDRs for navigation and/or data collections, along with basic computer skills;
o Ability to carry backpack sprayer or up to 40 pounds in a backpack, and otherwise maintain good physical condition;
o Experience operating 4WD trucks on and off-road, including mountain forest roads; and
o Experience operating an ATV, and towing and backing-up a trailer, desirable.

Additional requirements: 
o Ability to self-direct and self-motivate;
o Possess good organizational skills;
o Tolerant of working in variable weather conditions, willing and able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, and able to hike 6-10+ km daily on uneven terrain;
o Ability to work productively as part of a team to accomplish mutual goals and follow safe working practices;
o Communicate effectively with a diverse public;
o Possess a valid, state-issued drivers license and clean driving record; and
o Meet AmeriCorps eligibility requirements: (1) U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status, (2) eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award (limit of four in a lifetime, or equivalent of two full-time terms of service), and (3) pass National Sex Offender Public Registry (NSOPR) and federal criminal background checks.

How to Apply:
Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter, their résumé, and a list of three professional references to Stacy Mitchell, GBI HR Assistant, at smitchell@thegreatbasininstitute.org. Please include where you found this position posted.

This program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or religion. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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