JOB SUMMARY: These positions are located in Yosemite National Park, in the Division of Resources Management & Science. This is a term position (more than 1 year) with an initial appointment to last at least 13 months but may be extended up to a total of 10-years. Term positions do not convey permanent status in the Federal service. MAJOR DUTIES: Lead field surveys for California spotted owls and great gray owls, including nocturnal broadcast/vocalization surveys, breeding determination surveys, and nest searching and/or lead field surveys for Sierra Nevada bats involving vertical climbing to access roosts. Coordinate the management of administrative tasks and field activities involving training field personnel, communicating effectively with coworkers, colleagues, and collaborators, maintaining vehicles, gear, and inventory. Use databases to enter and manage field data, perform data summaries, and assist with preparation of reports; use computer software programs to summarize data and produce graphs, charts, and illustrations for reports and presentations. Evaluate field activity procedures, schedules, and techniques; recommend modifications as necessary to accomplish project objectives; assist in the preliminary analysis of field data and prepare reports and correspondences relating to field activities and results. Provide technical information and data summaries that help build relationships with partners and collaborators for the purposes of informing park management activities. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.
