Description:
Schedule: Monday thru Thursday, 7:00am to 5:30 pm, Occasionally adjust schedule to perform night owl surveys.
Housing: Housing Available (Government housing (bunkhouse) available in Teasdale, Utah. Cost would be roughly $ 6.00 per day.)
Estimated START Date: Monday, May 27, 2024
Estimated END Date: Thursday, August 15, 2024
Agency: United States Forest Service
Location: Loa, Utah
Overview: Assist the Forest Service District Biologist with the wildlife program in terrestrial species and habitat monitoring, data collection, and data entry. Government Housing is available.
Responsibilities:
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Conduct field work for data collection including Threatened/Endangered and Forest sensitive species monitoring and project level surveys.
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Monitor and provide needed maintenance on wildlife water developments and enclosures.
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Occasional office work will include data entry.
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Other duties as assigned.
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Candidates must be willing and able to: hike multiple miles in a day in rugged terrain with a backpack, drive 4X4 truck/vehicle in remote locations on Forest roads, have some experience with riding ATV’s.
Qualifications:
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A valid driver’s license and the ability to work effectively and independently for long hours in the field.
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A general working knowledge of GPS units and reading maps.
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Experience in 4x4 vehicle operation and ATV use.
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Basic knowledge of bird and mammal identification desired but not required.
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Good communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well alone and in group situations.