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American Conservation Experience · 6 days ago

Wildlife Technician - Eldorado National Forest

Georgetown, CA

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$795/wk - $795/wk

American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, is seeking SIX Wildlife Technicians to work alongside Forest Service staff in the Eldorado National Forest. The Wildlife Technician will support the wildlife program by conducting various wildlife surveys and will be responsible for completing surveys to protocol and providing accurate documentation.

Environmental ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringNon ProfitRecruitingTrainingWildlife Conservation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Support the wildlife program by conducting California spotted owl and American goshawk surveys, with potential work with amphibian surveys

Field work will vary from nighttime, early morning, and daytime depending on surveys

March-June will primarily focus on night work for owl surveys

Starting in June there will be some alternating between night and day work (weekly) to start goshawk surveys

Additional surveys may include bat acoustic monitoring, black-backed woodpecker, and bald eagles

The member must be prepared to hike (10+ miles) steep, arduous terrain in adverse weather conditions for long periods of each day

The member may be asked to camp overnight at field sights on occasion

The member will be responsible for completing surveys to protocol and providing accurate and timely documentation

This position will require close coordination with the project leader, but most duties will be performed independently, which at times will require the member to take initiative and problem solve to determine priorities

As needed, a percentage of the technician's time may be scheduled to assist in other program areas (Wildlife, Botany, and Archeology), in order to accomplish high priority project needs and provide cross-training opportunities

Qualification

Wildlife surveysField data collectionHiking in rough terrainAmphibian surveysTeam coordinationProblem solvingAdaptability

Required

A 24-week minimum commitment is required

Ability to hike (10+ miles) steep, arduous terrain in adverse weather conditions for long periods of each day

Willingness to work across programs and learn

Experience in conducting California spotted owl and American goshawk surveys

Ability to complete surveys to protocol and provide accurate and timely documentation

Flexibility in switching between day and night survey work

Ability to move up to 30 pounds

Ability to conduct duties in a safe and orderly manner

Strict adherence to Forest Service and ACE equipment training, certification and safety protocols

Benefits

Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $795/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly.

Housing: ACE members may be accommodated in USFS Barracks depending on availability. Each member will receive reimbursement for housing costs up to a weekly rate not to exceed $100 per week.

Relocation Allowance: ACE members will have access to up to $500 to be used for eligible relocation expenses. Further details regarding distribution of these funds will be provided during the interview process.

Provided Training/Orientation: The ACE member will receive position specific training and an orientation outlining ACE policies and procedures, clear guidance on prohibited activities, and networks for support.