In cooperation with the National Park Service, Joshua Tree National Park (JOTR), the Great Basin Institute is recruiting a Restoration Technician to support invasive plant management and native plant restoration at JOTR. Focus will be placed on the following duties: (1) Invasive plant inventory and treatment, including assisting with invasive plant project development and compliance and (2) native plant restoration including plant propagation in the park’s nursery, out-planting, irrigation, and effectiveness monitoring. The technician will help to maintain and establish new volunteer-based programs to provide visitors with opportunities to participate in natural resource management activities such as weed pull days and planting events. The technician will be responsible for maintaining GIS and other databases related to invasive plant infestations and native plant restoration projects. The technician will be provided the opportunity to receive a California Qualified Applicator’s Certificate (QAC) for the purpose of invasive plant treatment. The technician will occasionally assist with other resource management related projects as needed. Orientation and safety trainings will be presented throughout the year.
Compensation: o $20.75/hour o Health and Dental Benefits Timeline: o April/May 2016 – Nov/Dec 2016, possibility of extension pending positive performance review and funding availability o Full time, 40 hours per week, possibly including some weekends Location: Joshua Tree National Park encompasses nearly 800,000 acres in southern California. Joshua Tree National Park is of special management concern, lying in the transition of the Mojave Desert and the Colorado Desert. Field conditions include hot, arid days with high exposure to the sun, as well as cold, winter weather. Resources of the region include threatened and/or endangered species habitat, big game habitats, abandoned mine lands, and historic and prehistoric cultural sites. Qualifications: o Bachelor’s degree in biology, restoration ecology, botany, environmental studies/science, wilderness management or related discipline; o Experience in performing field work, and applying methodological protocols for collecting field data; o Familiarity with invasive/exotic plant species and associated resource issues, and experience in performing weed inventories, treatment and monitoring; o Experience in applying revegetation and other restoration techniques; o Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, with a diverse audience; o Experience using hand-held GPS equipment for data collection and navigation; o Ability to read and navigate using topographic maps and a compass; o Experience using ArcGIS software; o Familiarity with the flora of the Mojave and Colorado/Sonoran Deserts preferred; o Willingness and ability to work, hike, and lift, carry and use equipment in harsh, variable desert conditions; o Willingness to work a variable schedule, possibly including some weekends; and o Valid, state-issued driver’s license and familiarity driving 4WD vehicles on unimproved roads. o Ability to work effectively in a team setting with park staff, other Research Associates, interns, and volunteers How to Apply: Follow this link to apply directly through our online portal: http://crcareers.thegreatbasininstitute.org/careers/careers.aspx?rf=ECOLOG&req=2016-RAP-074 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.
