Ecological Monitoring Field Crew Members (Field Ecologist)

Requirements:

• Attention to detail, ability to work independently, willingness to work as part of team, and the ability to stay positive and effective during long days in the field are critical.
• Applicants must be willing to work in sometimes difficult conditions, and often miles from the vehicle.
• Physical challenges typically encountered may include long off trail hikes, steep slopes, uneven terrain, extreme hot and cold conditions, and biological hazards (animals and plants).
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and enjoy working outdoors.
• The successful applicant will be safety conscience, and continually assess ways to mitigate hazards.
• Applicant must possess up-to-date CPR/First Aid training.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen in compliance with state law.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in botany, ecology, rangeland sciences, or related field, or working toward this type of degree.
• A background or coursework and/or experience in either rangeland sciences, biology, ecology, soils, botany, or a related field with emphasis in field work.
• Able to identify and key out plant species (and habitats) found in the Great Basin and Mohave desert, specifically Nevada.
• Knowledge of rangeland ecosystems and soils.
• Physical challenges typically encountered may include long off trail hikes, steep slopes, extreme hot and cold conditions, and biological hazards (animals and plants).
• Experience navigating with topographic map and GPS.
• Ability to use standard office software (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).
• Knowledge and/or experience with botanical surveys and a variety of vegetation sampling techniques such as line-point intercept and other BLM AIM core methods.
• Experience with electronic field data collection devices and software (GPS units, handheld tablets, and ESRI’s Field Maps).
• Training and experience with UTVs and trailers.
• Experience driving a four-wheel drive pickup truck on rough terrain.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Has ability to perform bending, kneeling, standing, and lifting and carrying objects weighing 35 lbs. and have a tolerance for working in outdoor environments, including off-trail hiking, and standing on rugged terrain in a wide range of weather conditions.
• Performs manual labor including excavation with shovels when digging a soil pit for soil monitoring. 
• Availability to work extended field rotations (predominantly eight-day hitches but sometimes 10-12 days at a time).

Location:

Boise is a mid-sized city in southwestern Idaho and the capitol of the state. Outdoor recreation in the area is plentiful and includes river sports, rock climbing, hunting, mountain biking, fishing, hiking, camping and backpacking. Mountain biking and hiking trails start right outside town. The hitch-based schedule allows for ample time to explore the abundant natural areas (both mountains and deserts) throughout Idaho including the Boise Front, Sawtooth Mountains, Payette River, and more. Boise has a thriving downtown core with many high-quality restaurants and entertainment options.

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