[PCA] JOBS: Field Botanist Positions in Wisconsin (fwd)

[Olivia Kwong]

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Two positions to be filled for qualified Field Botanists.
Application deadline is March 1, 2011.
Finalized training dates are:
May 20th, 2011 in Rhinelander, WI
May 22-27, 2011: location to be determined
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Lumberjack RC&D Council, Inc.
Position Description
Field Botanist

Job Description

Lumberjack RC&D is a non-profit organization contracted primarily by the
isconsin DNR to collect data on permanent inventory plots across the
tate of Wisconsin.

Lumberjack RC&D has a history of efficiently turning in high quality
ata and is currently looking for quality and efficiency minded persons to
ssist the permanent inventory crews during the summer of 2011.
This position entails collecting field data on vegetation on Phase 3
ermanent forest inventory plots in Wisconsin's State Forests.  The
uccessful candidate will work with one of Lumberjack's foresters. Each
eam member will be responsible for the quality and timely collection of
heir portion of the data collected on each inventory plot.

This position may require extensive travel across the State.  The amount
f travel will depend on the field office the successful candidate is
ssigned to.

Description of Duties
Job duties will include, but not be limited to the following:
1)      Attend the Phase 3 certification trainings and pass the
egetation certification exam. (Tentative training dates are 1 day during the week
f May 16th and a full week in Late May or early June.)
2)      Collect detailed measurements on the different forest strata,
ncluding herb, shrub and tree.
3)      Compile a complete plant list of the survey areas.
)      Habitat type the inventory plot area.
)      Assist other crew members with their duties when possible.

Wages
$18.00/hour, $27.00/hour overtime

Employment Class
Full-Time Temporary

The position runs from late May 2011 through late August to mid-September 
2011. The position ends when all field plots for the year are completed.

Benefits
Per Diem ($30.00/full travel day, $22.50/partial travel day) will be
aid, and Hotel (maximum $70.00/night) will be reimbursed while on travel.
o other benefits are offered with this position

ocation
Statewide.

Desired Qualifications
Must possess a degree in Botany, or in lieu of a degree have proven
xperience working as an accomplished field botanist.
Candidate must possess basic measurement and compass skills and be
repared to work outdoors in all weather and conditions (heat, rain, bugs,
wamps).
Must be able to work unsupervised both independently and as a team
ember.
Ability to follow sampling protocols is essential.
Basic knowledge of computer operation is required; good organizational
kills and legible handwriting/printing a must.
A valid driver's license and clean driving record is required.

Hours
Hours will be variable depending on weather, plot conditions and 
individual crew members.  Most weeks will consist of 40 hours; overtime 
(over 40hrs/week) is not uncommon, although some weeks may be slightly 
under 40 hours.  The candidate should expect some days to start early and 
end late, while other days may be less than 8 hours.

Application Deadline
March 1, 2011

Application Procedure
Feel free to contact Paul Mueller with any questions.  Send letter of
introduction, resume and three references to:

Paul M. Mueller
Forest Inventory Supervisor
Lumberjack RC&D Council, Inc
5985 County Road K
Rhinelander, Wisconsin 54501
Phone:   (715) 362-1170
Fax:       (715) 362-1112
pmuellerrcd at newnorth.net