JOB SUMMARY: The purpose of the position is to perform routine and uncomplicated biological science tasks common to natural resource management. Technician work is typically associated with and supportive of a professional field; work may involve substantial elements of the work of the professional field but requires less than full knowledge of the field involved. MAJOR DUTIES: Apostle Islands National Lakeshore-Hiring Official: Peggy Burkman email: Peggy_Burkman@nps.gov phone: 715-779-3398 ex 1612 This is a seasonal position within the Division of Planning and Resource Management. Incumbent is responsible for completing a variety of natural resource projects including vegetation, habitat and wildlife monitoring. Incumbent is expected to work both independently and as a member of a team/field crew. Utilizes a variety of computer programs to compile, store, retrieve, analyze and report data including GIS. It is essential that the incumbent be flexible to changing field conditions, has a good attitude and a strong willingness to assist with a variety of natural resource tasks, both in the field and in the office. The islands are reached by boat and the incumbent should be able to get on and off boats readily, hike long distances, and carry 35 pounds. Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site- Hiring Official: Jesse Schiferl email: Jesse_Schiferl@nps.gov phone: 701-301-0158 Incumbent must be able to work independently, setting daily work assignments with other biological technicians. Additionally, incumbent will be working with interns, government research partners and specialists. Incumbent will carry out the exotic plant control program using chemical, manual, mechanical and biological application techniques and removing diseased trees. Work varies from standing, walking and hiking over rough terrain carrying a three gallon backpack sprayer to pulling or cutting exotic vegetation. The main focus will be herbicide treatment of noxious weeds and mechanical removal of woody fuels with herbicide application with a UTV sprayer. Other duties may involve plant identification, vegetation monitoring, biological control collection and distribution. The use of standard pesticide and biological control field and safety equipment will be required as well as the use of global positioning systems (GPS units), computers, cameras, and on and off road vehicles. Incumbent will be required to operate an ATV/UTV on a daily basis for herbicide applications. Niobrara National Scenic River- Hiring Official: Travis Connot email: Travis_Connot@nps.gov phone: 402-376-1901 ext 301 Missouri National Recreational River- Hiring Official: Carolyn Campbell email: Carolyn_Campbell@nps.gov phone: 605-464-0635 The selectee assists in conducting surveys and research on a variety of plants and animals, some of which are exotic or rare, threatened or endangered, and will make field observations of natural resource conditions. Assist in the preparation of resource inventories and management plans. The selectee will utilize resource management equipment such as 4-wheel drive vehicles, motorboat, canoe, digital camera, Global Positioning System, and Geographic Information System technology. Also, computer software programs to enter and summarize field data in concise graphic and written form. Much of the field work will be accomplished from canoe, kayak, or motorboat, and competence in the use of 4-wheel drive vehicles and boating is valuable. Selectee will assist park staff in natural resource management tasks such as invasive plant management, trail maintenance, and mowing to assure park natural resources and properties are well-maintained. Ability to work as a member of a team and independently is necessary. Skill in communicating orally and in writing is required. Additional duties include maintaining equipment needed for field operations and picking up litter/trash on park properties. Mount Rushmore National Memorial- Hiring Official: Rylan Sprague email: Rylan_Sprague@nps.gov phone: 605-574-3168 Position supports all aspects of Natural Resource program management. Major duties include noxious weed treatments and GIS mapping. Botany surveys and mapping. Wildlife surveys to include raptors, bats, and other species of interest. Existing trail monitoring and maintenance. Erosion control and monitoring. Collection, management, and archiving of a variety of data. Working in a team environment. Duties will vary throughout the season depending on time of year and shifting priorities. Pipestone National Monument- Hiring Official: Gabriel Yellowhawk email: Gabriel_Yellowhawk@nps.gov phone: 507-825-5464 This position performs routine functions related to natural resource management projects such as invasive plant management, inventory and monitoring of plant/wildlife species, and habitat restoration including seed collecting, cleaning, and sowing. Implements projects following established procedures. Collects and organizes field data, ensuring quality control of data. Routinely uses GPS/GIS in the course of this work. Provides logistical support for natural resource management projects as well as advice, assistance, and training to students, volunteers or lower graded technicians. Assists in the preparation of reports, plans, and guidelines. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.
