The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with the Carson City District Bureau of Land Management, is hiring two Recreation Technicians to assist in the collection of road and trail data for the Carson City District travel management plan.
Technicians will work in pairs to collect route inventory field data using a Trimble Geo XT or similar hand held GPS units and data dictionary, complete detailed written field notes, record daily project status, and collect digital photographic records. Work may include some office time compiling route data from current and historical OHV event courses. Ability to follow protocol and established data standards a must. The work is performed in an outdoor environment in rugged terrain; to include very steep, wet, muddy, rough, uneven or rocky surfaces; positions require physical exertions, such as, bending, crouching and stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities. Individuals should be capable of working in pairs in the field or individually in an office environment. Work may occur in temperature extremes up to and occasionally exceeding 100F. There is some flexibility in choosing a work schedule, but likely the Technician will work five 8-hour days (Monday - Friday), or four 10 hour days with flexibility as long as the 40 hours/per week was being met. Compensation: o Rate of Pay: $18.59/hr o Health and dental benefits o Occasional field per diem Timeline: o July 2012 through December 2012, or until funds are expended. Availability of additional funding may extend work period up to an additional 6 months. Qualifications: o Coursework in recreation/wilderness management, natural resources, or equivalent field experience; o Experience collecting field data and/or following established field collection protocols; o Knowledge of or ability to learn how to use Trimble GPS unit; o Ability to read and navigate using USGS topographic maps and a compass; o Experience writing project reports and/or presenting technical data in an organized and understandable manner; o Motivated, self-starter, detail oriented, and possess good organizational skills; o Ability to camp and work in remote locations; o Willingness to work in pairs to accomplish the goals and mission of the BLM and GBI; o Ability to work in harsh and rapidly changing environments, traverse uneven terrain and hike cross-country for extended distances (8-10 miles); and o Clean, valid, state-issued drivers license with ability to safely operate an All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) or Utility Vehicle (UTV), as well as a 4WD pickup on paved and unpaved roads. o Local applicants are encouraged to apply. How to Apply: Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter, their résumé, and a list of three professional references to Bridget Walden, at [email protected]. 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.
