https://www.thegreatbasininstitute.org/job/assessment-inventory-and-monitoring-program-data-specialist/
The Great Basin Institute (GBI) partners with Bureau of Land Management (BLM) districts throughout California, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming to implement the Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (AIM) program, which is a BLM initiative to collect field data on rangeland indicators characterizing soil, vegetative, and hydrologic resources. The goal is to inform land management decisions and conservation actions. Depending on the location, AIM data provide information concerning conditions of greater sage-grouse and other sensitive species habitat, herd management areas, grazing allotments, and renewable energy mitigation sites. AIM data also provide information concerning recreation and travel management, minerals development, and post-fire management. AIM datasets are extensive and include qualitative indicators, detailed field notes, geospatial information, and data from multiple quantitative methods. Standardization in field methods promotes comparability of data among district, state, regional, and landscape levels. To ensure the maintenance and integrity of the dataset, we are recruiting an AIM Data Specialist to coordinate with GBI and BLM staff and to work collaboratively to: • Perform and improve upon the process of advanced quality control checks of extensive Microsoft Access datasets; • Ensure that crews remain successfully calibrated on all protocols; • Write technical reports summarizing data for the BLM National Operations Center (NOC) and the BLM district offices; • Use ArcGIS to create maps that facilitate the interpretation of AIM data, maintain geodatabases, and perform spatial analyses; • Preparing and conducting formal and informal trainings remotely and in-person on data management, QA/QC procedures, GIS basics, and navigation using a GPS; • Provide technical advice to crews on sampling protocols, database use, equipment (i.e., field tablet computers, GPS devices, software use), and implementation of the field season; • Attend site visits to ensure crews are collecting data accurately and efficiently; • Act as liaison to BLM staff and other project affiliates to coordinate current and future projects; • Supporting the planning and logistics of field crews; • This is predominantly an office-based position in which extended periods of time using a computer, talking on the phone, and attending meetings are required; and • Perform additional duties, as needed. Location: Reno, Nevada Compensation: $1400 bi-weekly salary, DOE Paid Health/ Dental Insurance Personal and Sick Leave Benefits 401(k) option Timeline: Beginning in April and renewable annually depending on funding and performance evaluation Qualifications: • Degree with coursework and field experience related to natural resource management, ecological statistics, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), botany, soil science, biology, or a related field; • Relevant or related field experience – knowledge of and/or experience in sagebrush and desert ecosystems of the western United States preferred; • Special attention will be given to applicants with experience working with the BLM and/or rangeland management agencies; • Understanding and proficiency in QA/QC of large databases as well as using and developing SQL queries; • Understanding of GIS theory and application, including experience with ArcGIS 10.x to create maps and build and maintain geodatabases; • Demonstrated proficiency in statistical theory and application as it relates to rangeland ecology is a plus; • Willingness to travel for project site visits; • Excellent organizational and time management skills; • Ability to work as a team member, occasionally in remote, backcountry settings under harsh and demanding physical conditions; • Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, with a diverse audience including members of the public, agency resource staff and management, and GBI program and administrative staff; • Possess a clean, valid, state-issued driver’s license; ability to operate a 4WD vehicle on and off paved roads preferred; and • Meet requirements of federal agency security background checks (e.g., FBI criminal and National Sex Offender Public Registry). How to Apply: Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter, their resumé, and a list of three professional references in a single document to RA Recruitment, at the email: [email protected]. Please write “AIM Data Specialist” n your email subject line. Please include where you found this position posted. Incomplete applications will not be considered. No phone inquiries, please. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.
