Vegetation – Biological Soil Crust Technicians Walker Basin Conservancy in collaboration with USGS – Western Ecological Research Center
Open: Present – 2/15/2025 Compensation will depend on experience and range from $19-25 / hour. Period of Performance: The start date is negotiable, but April/May 2025 would be preferred. Full time with possible extension to 2026-2027 contingent on performance and funding. Duration: Temporary Office Location: Fallon or Reno, NV Technicians will receive unique training on the identification and ecology of biological soil crusts in the Great Basin. Technicians will also assist in data collection and management related to sagebrush ecosystems, with a special focus on habitat for sage-grouse, management and restoration of vascular plants and biological soil crusts. Projects are funded primarily by state and federal partners (e.g., Nevada Dept. of Wildlife, Bureau of Land Management, US Fish and Wildlife Service). Tasks will include, but are not limited to, collecting data in both local and remote locations, preparing materials for restoration efforts and studies, and collecting data on vegetation and biological soil crusts in the field. Field Locations: Some work will be conducted within the vicinity of Reno, especially during the fall season. Field locations are across the Great Basin and Eastern California. Field work, 8-day hitches in remote locations will typically be required during the spring and summer field seasons. The sagebrush ecosystems of the Great Basin and Eastern California are unique and support a diversity of flora and fauna. With this opportunity, you will get the chance to work closely with endemic species, explore large expanses of public land and participate in recreational activities including camping, hiking, climbing, hot springs, mountain biking, and many more! Desired expertise/skills Minimum Qualifications - all applicants must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license - previous experience collecting biological data in remote, difficult working environments - driving four-wheel drive vehicles on dirt roads - working under challenging weather conditions as are common in the Great Basin, specifically hot-dry conditions, and cold-windy conditions - attention to detail, critical thinking on the fly, and ability to make deadlines Desired Qualifications -experience with vegetation in the region -background in plant taxonomy and plant identification Description of Working Conditions Work will take place in office, lab, outdoor lab, and field settings. Field work can involve exposure to extreme temperature and weather conditions, including long hours standing, bending, walking, and performing tasks that require physical exertion. Incumbents may be required to lift containers weighing up to 35 pounds in the performance of the assignment. Incumbents will be expected to work 40 hours/week, although intermittent work can be negotiated. Work during the field season will regularly require 80 hours per two-week pay period. Contact Information: To apply, send your CV and a cover letter and contact information for three references expressing your interest and qualifications to Carrie Barker at sagebrushecosyst...@yahoo.com. For questions related to the job, please contact the email address listed above. To unsubscribe from this list please go to https://community.esa.org/confirm/?u=RhPWqPxFwODKvbkiT32nkIqRrsiSgulp
