Caltrans District 3 · 1 day ago
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES INTERN
Shasta, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$3,057/mo - $4,496/moCaltrans District 3, part of the Department of Fish and Wildlife, is seeking an Environmental Services Intern to assist with the state's Gray Wolf conservation program. The role involves conducting field surveys, assisting biologists with wolf capture efforts, and deploying non-lethal measures to prevent conflicts with livestock.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Assist with ground-based surveys to document the distribution and abundance of Gray Wolves, including camera traps, hand-held telemetry, and survey for tracks, scat and other sign
Assist staff biologists with Gray Wolf capture and telemetry collaring efforts
Collect, manage and summarize field data, including camera trap videos and biological samples
Assist with investigations of Gray Wolf sightings and depredations
Assist with the deployment of non-lethal measures to deter Gray Wolves from livestock areas
Qualification
Required
Ability to lift 40 pounds; physical strength, agility and stamina to hike with a backpack in rugged terrain and to build and remove temporary fencing
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to plan and execute work independently with a high degree of dependability and initiative and with a minimum of supervision
Ability to operate 4-wheel drive and/or all-terrain vehicles, especially in remote areas
Ability to navigate forest roads, hiking trails, and off trail in natural environments
Familiarity with California wildlife, especially carnivores
Physical capacity and endurance to regularly conduct fieldwork in remote settings
Knowledge of spreadsheet and database software (such as MS Excel and Access, or equivalent)
Ability to maintain and repair field equipment, and use basic tools
Interpersonal skills: Able to maintain a positive attitude amidst changing work environments, dynamic schedules, and challenges
Able to work well independently and in a team
Open to constructive feedback and willing to learn
Polite and tactful communication skills with colleagues and members of the public is expected, including with people with diverse viewpoints
Company
Caltrans District 3
Caltrans District 3 is a government administration company based out of 703 B ST, Marysville, California, United States.
Founded in 1895Marysville, California, US
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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