Natural Resources Technician - Early Career Development Program - Robins Air Force Base, GA

Requirements

• Pursuing a B.S. in natural resources-, cultural resources-, ecosystem science-, or environmental policy-related field (at least a senior standing).
• At least 3 months and no more than 3 years of relevant experience, which may include internships, fieldwork, seasonal jobs, volunteer work, or applied coursework.
• Basic field data collection skills (eg. Vegetation surveys, wildlife monitoring, GPS-based mapping; academic or field school experience would count)
• Currently enrolled or holder of a Graduate Degree in natural resources-, biology-, or environmental science-related fields.
• Experience using GPS equipment to collect field data.
• Experience flora and/or fauna monitoring or management (specify taxa/ecosystem/regions of prior experience).
• Experience with threatened and endangered/sensitive species monitoring and management.
• Experience performing habitat restoration or invasive species management.
• Experience with manual labor using powered tools and heavy equipment such as chainsaws, weed-eaters, mowers, tractors, ATVs/UTVs etc.
• Proficiency with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS Pro) and database management.
• Application Instructions
• Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position.
• Salary Range
• $43,000 to $49,000
• Required Application Documents
• Cover Letter, Resume/CV
• Employee Benefits
• Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Description Position Summary One Natural Resources Technician (Seasonal Worker, Full-time, 40 hours/week) position is available with the Colorado State University (CSU) Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML). This position will provide entry-level training and experience on a range of natural resources projects supporting the Natural Resources Management (NRM ) program at Robins Air Force Base, GA. The position will focus on a variety of objectives that support the INRMP. This includes but isn't limited to wildlife and plant surveys such as breeding bird point count surveys, assessing presence of owls and nightjars (MOON) surveys, bear presence surveys (via game cameras), and T&E and rare plant surveys and monitoring. Other projects include establishing and monitoring drift fences with game cameras and educational trail maintenance. Other tasks include data collection, data organization, and data entry. This position is not-to-exceed 148 working days . Potential work activities may include but are not limited to the tasks listed below: Breeding bird point count surveys MOON surveys Data entry Drift fence establishment and monitoring Bear surveys T&E plant monitoring and surveys This position is onsite, and the Natural Resources Technician must have reliable transportation to the site. The ECDP is unable to provide relocation or housing stipends. Position Location: Robins Air Force Base, GA Robins AFB is a 6,935-acre United States Air Force installation that provides maintenance, repair, and logistical support for advanced aircraft. To learn more about Robins AFB and its mission, visit https://www.robins.af.mil/ Full Consideration Date is 10 June at 12:00 am. Essential Job Duties: Fieldwork Conduct field work, which can include management for wildlife, vegetation, invasive species, threatened and endangered species, wetlands, forests, and/or outdoor recreation areas, GPS data collection, field mapping, photography, public outreach and/or education, etc. Administrative Office-based tasks can include data entry and management, public outreach, preparing site forms, writing technical reports, compliance documents, database and data management, spatial analysis, and/or preparing correspondence and other documentation. Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires). Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain a driver's license by the employment start date. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Must be able to pass a federal background investigation to obtain a Department of Defense Installation Access Pass. You will need to possess a Real ID or passport Must be able to work long hours independently in remote, rugged field conditions under harsh weather conditions. Supervision: None

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