Month: November 2022

Temporary biological science technician positions (fisheries/aquatics) in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

Interested applicants must apply through the USAJOBS website at job announcement numbers:PWR-1548-SR-23-11693220-DE for the GS-04 and GS-05 positions:https://www.usajobs.gov/job/689662800PWR-1548-SR-23-11694457-DE for the GS-06 and GS-07 positions:https://www.usajobs.gov/job/689667300

 

Both announcements open on December 2, 2022 and will close on the day when application caps have been reached. To receive consideration, complete application packages should be submitted expediently. If a cap is not reached, that announcement will close at 11:59 PM (EST) on December 12, 2022.

 

The National Park Service is seeking several full-time, temporary aquatic technicians for the 2023 summer field season in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks (SEKI). There will be two separate announcements for these positions. One announcement will be for GS-04 ($15.47/hr), and GS-05 ($17.31/hr) positions; and the other will be for GS-06 ($19.29/hr), and GS-07 ($21.44/hr) positions.The GS-04 and GS-05 positions will be stationed at Kings Canyon National Park with projected start dates of early- to mid-June. The GS-06 and/or GS-07 positions will be stationed at Sequoia National Park with projected start dates of late-April to late-May. The overarching duties are to restore high elevation lake and stream ecosystems in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks to benefit native species, including endangered mountain yellow-legged frogs (Rana muscosa and Rana.sierrae).GS-04 level: Duties are removing nonnative fish from lakes using gill nets and from streams using backpack electrofishers; setting, cleaning and repairing gill nets; conducting visual encounter surveys for fish, amphibians, and reptiles; collecting field data; following detailed protocols; recording environmental parameters; using topographic maps, compass, and/or global positioning systems (GPS) for navigation; providing an overview of the project to park visitors, and occasional assistance with research projects.GS-05 level: Additionally, interacting with the public regarding sensitive amphibian, reptile, or fisheries management issues; discussing scientific information with peers and public; and training other technicians, interns, volunteers, and field observers.GS-06 level: Additionally, as an assistant crew lead, managing logistics in preparation for summer fieldwork; providing orientation, training and mentoring for summer field crews; overseeing and conducting summer field operations; manipulating aquatic datasets; providing logistic and field support to scientific research studies; conducting electronic entry, quality assurance/quality control and summary reporting of field data, and organizing and maintaining field equipment and supplies.GS-07 level: Additionally, as assistant crew lead, compiling drafts of Sierra Nevada aquatic wildlife information for data collection spreadsheets, reports, and correspondence; recording, managing, summarizing, and representing data collected from aquatic wildlife projects using computer programs; and presenting scientific and aquatic wildlife data effectively using charts, graphs, and maps.At all grade levels: Technicians working on projects located in the wilderness must have strong backpacking and wilderness camping skills, the ability to hike safely across challenging on- and off-trail terrain, and be comfortable in remote wilderness setting with limited human contact. Technicians must have experience in conducting amphibian, reptile, fisheries, or other wildlife surveys, and a strong commitment to conducting ecological restoration. Technicians must be able to work well in a small crew, be detail oriented, and able to work in cold or hot, wet, windy, buggy, and stormy conditions.

Hiring Summer Field Technicians in Western Old-Growth Forests

Hiring Summer Field Technicians in Western Old-Growth Forests

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Western Forest Initiative (WFI) seeks 4 field crew members to join our team of graduate students and scientists. These positions involve examining old growth forests for growth, mortality and recruitment, mapping down woody debris, measuring fuels, and surveying seedlings and herbaceous plants. Work begins in the Yosemite Forest Dynamics Plot (Yosemite National Park, California), continues to Wind River Forest Dynamics Plot (Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Washington), and finishes in the Utah Forest Dynamics Plot (Cedar Breaks National Monument, Utah). Two lab trucks will carry gear and any technicians who do not have or do not want to bring a personal vehicle.

DURATION:

mid May through mid-August 2023

The work schedule is four, ten hour days per week.

PAY:

$16.50 per hour.

We provide campground and field station accommodations (camping at Yosemite and Cedar Breaks, field station in Wind River), and we provide work food and all group cooking gear.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of western flora, tree pathogens, and forest insects is helpful, as is solid experience with outdoor living. Candidates may have experience taking vegetation data, working safely in challenging environments, and following complex protocols. Work will involve moving through sometimes rough terrain and carrying up to 20 lbs of additional gear. Must have a valid drivers license (no recent DUI or reckless driving).

TO APPLY:

Please assemble the following into a single PDF file and send to soren.struckman@usu.edu with the subject line “WFI 2023 Job Application”

1) one page cover letter describing your reasons for applying and specific dates of availability including any planned mid summer absences, or a statement that you plan none. Your stated first available day should be the day you can be in Yosemite National Park.

2) one or two page resume.

3) unofficial transcripts.

4) names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three references.

*applications will be reviewed as they are received, but no later than 10 February 2023.

Temporary biological science technician positions (fisheries/aquatics) in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

Interested applicants must apply through the USAJOBS website at job announcement numbers:PWR-1548-SR-23-11693220-DE for the GS-04 and GS-05 positions:https://www.usajobs.gov/job/689662800PWR-1548-SR-23-11694457-DE for the GS-06 and GS-07 positions:https://www.usajobs.gov/job/689667300

 

Both announcements open on December 2, 2022 and will close on the day when application caps have been reached. To receive consideration, complete application packages should be submitted expediently. If a cap is not reached, that announcement will close at 11:59 PM (EST) on December 12, 2022.

 

The National Park Service is seeking several full-time, temporary aquatic technicians for the 2023 summer field season in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks (SEKI). There will be two separate announcements for these positions. One announcement will be for GS-04 ($15.47/hr), and GS-05 ($17.31/hr) positions; and the other will be for GS-06 ($19.29/hr), and GS-07 ($21.44/hr) positions.The GS-04 and GS-05 positions will be stationed at Kings Canyon National Park with projected start dates of early- to mid-June. The GS-06 and/or GS-07 positions will be stationed at Sequoia National Park with projected start dates of late-April to late-May. The overarching duties are to restore high elevation lake and stream ecosystems in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks to benefit native species, including endangered mountain yellow-legged frogs (Rana muscosa and Rana.sierrae).GS-04 level: Duties are removing nonnative fish from lakes using gill nets and from streams using backpack electrofishers; setting, cleaning and repairing gill nets; conducting visual encounter surveys for fish, amphibians, and reptiles; collecting field data; following detailed protocols; recording environmental parameters; using topographic maps, compass, and/or global positioning systems (GPS) for navigation; providing an overview of the project to park visitors, and occasional assistance with research projects.GS-05 level: Additionally, interacting with the public regarding sensitive amphibian, reptile, or fisheries management issues; discussing scientific information with peers and public; and training other technicians, interns, volunteers, and field observers.GS-06 level: Additionally, as an assistant crew lead, managing logistics in preparation for summer fieldwork; providing orientation, training and mentoring for summer field crews; overseeing and conducting summer field operations; manipulating aquatic datasets; providing logistic and field support to scientific research studies; conducting electronic entry, quality assurance/quality control and summary reporting of field data, and organizing and maintaining field equipment and supplies.GS-07 level: Additionally, as assistant crew lead, compiling drafts of Sierra Nevada aquatic wildlife information for data collection spreadsheets, reports, and correspondence; recording, managing, summarizing, and representing data collected from aquatic wildlife projects using computer programs; and presenting scientific and aquatic wildlife data effectively using charts, graphs, and maps.At all grade levels: Technicians working on projects located in the wilderness must have strong backpacking and wilderness camping skills, the ability to hike safely across challenging on- and off-trail terrain, and be comfortable in remote wilderness setting with limited human contact. Technicians must have experience in conducting amphibian, reptile, fisheries, or other wildlife surveys, and a strong commitment to conducting ecological restoration. Technicians must be able to work well in a small crew, be detail oriented, and able to work in cold or hot, wet, windy, buggy, and stormy conditions.

Spatial Data Scientist, Field & Data Manager, Drone Pilot

The Forest Change Analysis Lab at UC Davis is recruiting for several new research and field positions. Find the position listings here: https://focal-lab.org/positions/Spatial Data Scientist: This is a career-track position for candidates with a MS or PhD, beginning between January and September 2023, with a salary of $56,300 – $72,000 depending on qualifications. The Scientist will develop scripted analytical workflows and tools to process large geospatial datasets, primarily to support the Open Forest Observatory, a new NSF-funded project on the frontier of drone-enabled forest ecology. The OFO is building open-source tools to (a) map forests at the individual-tree level using low-cost drone technology and (b) make the resulting maps publicly available. The Scientist will also lead or co-lead other data-intensive lab projects, with an initial focus on a collaboration with USGS that aims to understand fine-scale variation in tree mortality in areas of recent large wildfires in California by analyzing high-resolution imagery (drone, airplane, and satellite) and plot-based field data.Forest Ecology Field & Data Manager: This is a 9- to 12-month position beginning in January or February 2023 with an hourly salary of $27.09. The primarily office-based position will coordinate the collection, management, and initial analysis of field-based and drone-based forest vegetation data to support forest ecology research projects.Forest Ecology Drone Pilot: This is a 3- to 4-month position beginning in May 2023 with an hourly salary of $23.93. The Drone Pilot will support the Open Forest Observatory and a forest management planning study by piloting drones to collect imagery from forest sites.For all positions, application review will begin December 9, 2022, and continue until the position is filled.

EPA Region 1 in Boston is hiring students!

Hello

EPA is hiring part time students to work on various programs at the EPA Region 1 office in Boston.  These positions are in the Boston office often lead to permanent positions.

With the influx of billions for dollars from both the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act and the Inflation Reduction Act, there are several positions working on climate change and reducing greenhouse gases.  These are exciting times at EPA to be able to work on these groundbreaking programs.   Please encourage your students to apply.

Thank you for spreading the word.

Various Divisions of our Region I – Boston, MA Office

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This is one of several student vacancies that is posted now.

 

Work Schedule:

Part-time – This is a year-round part time position working 16-20 hours a week during the school year with the possibility of working additional hours during school breaks and summer.

 

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OPEN TO CURRENT STUDENTS

Student Trainee (Life Science/Engineering/Physical Science)

Region 1

Boston, MA

 

 

Please read the HOW TO APPLY and REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section in the vacancy announcement and submit the required documentation in order to be considered for these vacancies.

 

 

Student Trainee

 

 

Vacancy Announcement Number: RTP-Q1-OPS-2023-0001

 

Title: Student Trainee (Life Scientist/Environmental Engineer/Physical Scientist)
Series and Grade Announced: GS-04Series: 0499/0899/1399
Location of Position: Boston, MA
Area of Consideration: Current Students – Nationwide
Position Type: Excepted
Opening Date: 11/10/2022
Closing Date: 11/17/2022

 

How to Apply: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/688474300

 

 

QUESTIONS

Elizabeth Martinez

Human Resources Specialist

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Research Triangle Park, NC

919-541-5659

Martinez.Elizabeth@epa.gov

 

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Course & Paid Positions: Leadership in Community-Based Conservation

UConn’s Natural Resources Conservation Academy (https://nrca.uconn.edu/) is recruiting UConn undergraduate students for paid leadership positions as Difference Maker Mentors. Difference Maker Mentors serve as program leaders and near-peer mentors (visit our website and flyer to learn more). Undergrads must take a 1-credit spring course (NRE 4695 sec 3: Leadership in Community-Based Conservation; see s.uconn.edu/leadership-community-conservation-syllabus) to be eligible to apply for the positions. 

 

We are looking for undergrads from diverse majors (do not need to be in a STEM major) and backgrounds who are interested in mentoring teens, working collaboratively on projects that benefit local communities and environments, and implementing culturally relevant, equitable and inclusive environmental practices. 

 

Want to learn more? Join us during one of our Info Sessions to hear more details and ask us questions. We look forward to seeing you then! Details are below: 

Warmly, 

Laura