*Winter Wolf Survey Tech Positions*
Position background:
Four field technicians are needed to survey wolves using noninvasive
methods in the Superior National Forest, Minnesota from January 6 through
the end of March, 2020. Methods include ground tracking (using
snowmobiles, snowshoes, and skis), camera trapping, howling, and collection
of scat and other genetic material for individual wolf ID.
Preferred experience includes driving on snowy/icy roads (including
unplowed roads), trailering snowmobiles, snowmobiling, animal tracking,
camera trapping, orienteering, snowshoeing/cross country skiing, data
processing.
It is extremely important the applicant be safety-conscious at all times.
Compensation:
On-site housing and $450 stipend per month is provided. The work schedule
is generally 6 days on / 1 day off (but can sometimes vary).
Minimum qualifications:
1. Required (sorry, no exceptions) completed Bachelor degree in wildlife,
biology, ecology, zoology or a related field by the time the position
begins.
2. Great attention to detail, organizational skills and very clear
handwriting.
3. Good references.
4. Outdoor and backcountry skills such as orienteering, snowmobiling,
snowshoeing, backcountry skiing, excellent winter driving skills,
trailering, animal tracking, etc.
5. Must be a US citizen with a social security number (and a US bank
account is required for stipend processing). Due to administrative
constraints we are unable to consider international applicants.
To apply:
Please email these three items – 1) the completed application below, 2)
your resume, and 3) transcript (unofficial is fine) to Dr. Shannon
Barber-Meyer (supervisor for these positions) at sbarber-meyer@usgs.gov
Please *completely fill out* the application form itself (e.g., do not
leave sections of the application form incomplete, please do not just
reference your resume or other documents).
Last date to apply is September 25 but positions *are likely to be filled
as applications are received*. All hiring decisions will be made by the
beginning of November at the latest.
IMPORTANT APPLICATION NOTES:
1) If you are offered and accept the position, we expect you to fulfill the
length of the position. If you might potentially take another position
that would cause you to leave this position early or need to start later
than the start date, please do not accept the offer of this position. *We
can only hire technicians that are able to commit for the entire duration.*
Thank you for understanding.
2) If you anticipate an absence during the position (a wedding, conference,
etc.) alert Dr. Barber-Meyer to that prior to being hired because it may
change whether or not we can hire you. In some cases we are able to
accommodate an absence depending on timing and length but in other cases we
cannot. Thank you for understanding.
*Application form – Winter Wolf Survey Volunteer Technician*
*USGS Minnesota Wolf and Deer Project, Ely, MN*
Please email the three following items to apply: *1) the completed
application below, 2) your resume, and 3) transcript (unofficial is fine)* to
Dr. Shannon Barber-Meyer at sbarber-meyer@usgs.gov
*Applicant info:*
Name –
Email –
Phone –
Degree date –
University –
Major / minor –
GPA –
*Do you have a valid U.S. state driver’s license?*
*List CPR, First Aid, and/or Wilderness First Responder certifications and
dates of expiration:*
*Please describe your experience with the following:*
Winter field work –
Driving 4×4 trucks on snowy/icy roads including unplowed roads –
Snowmobiling –
Trailering (snowmobiles, ATV’s, boats, etc.) –
Animal tracking (following and identifying tracks, especially large canids)
–
Camera trapping –
Accurately, neatly, and completely recording data –
Data entry / processing (especially of photos and spatial data) –
GIS –
Orienteering –
Snowshoeing / cross country skiing –
Mechanic / maintenance skills –
*References:* (Provide 3 work references – name, position, and email
address)
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*Any additional remarks you would like to make:*
Thank you for your application to the USGS MN Wolf and Deer Project!
Shannon
–
Shannon Barber-Meyer, Ph.D.
Research Wildlife Biologist
USGS Wolf and Deer Project
1393 Hwy 169
Ely, MN 55731
sbarber-meyer@usgs.gov
https://www.usgs.gov/staff-profiles/shannon-barber-meyer