[PCA] JOB: Seasonal Botany Survey Positions (Alturas, CA)

[Olivia Kwong]

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Subject: Temporary GS-6 and GS-7 Botany Survey Positions on Modoc National
Forest

The  Modoc National Forest is looking for up to 2 experienced field  botanists
for summer 2011. Positions may be filled at either the GS-6 or
GS-7  level. The employment extends from May through September (start and end
dates are flexible). The positions are based out of the Forest  Supervisor's
Office in Alturas, CA, and will work throughout the 1.6  million acre forest.
Plant habitats include red fir, whitebark pine, and  mixed conifer forests;
pumice flats; sagebrush and juniper covered lava  flows; vernal pools; and fens.
Excellent opportunity to learn a diverse  flora from Modoc Plateau, Great Basin,
and Southern Cascades floristic  provinces. Over 1200 plant species occur on the
Forest, including 2  federally listed, 27 sensitive, and 55 watch list species.
Government  barracks housing may be available. For information on Modoc National
Forest visit: http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/modoc/

Job descriptions and Qualifications:
Botany  Surveying Lead (GS-7: $18.59/hour; GS-6: $16.73/hour): Lead lower
graded field botanists and interns in conducting surveys for threatened,
endangered, sensitive, and watch list plants. Surveys require  documenting
locations using GPS and topographic maps, and maintaining  field records.
Desired Skills: Must have field botany experience and  be able to identify
plants to species using dichotomous keys, and have  completed a plant taxonomy
or systematics course. Familiarity with  California or Great Basin flora a plus.
Must be able to navigate  cross-country using map and compass. GPS and GIS
skills are helpful.  Must be physically able to work long days in rough terrain,
walking 5-10  miles per day.

Basic Qualifications:
*    GS-7: One year of specialized experience at least equivalent to GS-6.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: The experience requirements  for the
GS-7 level may be met by completion of one (1) year of graduate  level education
(18 semester/27 quarter hours) in a position-related  field of biological
sciences.

*    GS-6: One year of specialized experience at least equivalent to GS-5.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: The experience requirements  for the
GS-6 level may be met by completion of 6 months of graduate  level education (9
semester/13 quarter hours) in a position-related  field of biological sciences.

*    COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of
successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet the
experience requirements.
*    Must be a U.S. Citizen

To Apply:
Apply through the automated Forest Service job application site, AVUE:
     https://www.avuedigitalservices.com/usfs/applicant.html

For  GS-7 apply for: Biological Science Technician (Plants) OCRT-404-7-
PLANT-DT For GS-6 apply for: Biological Science Technician (Plants)  OCRT-404-6-
PLANT-DT

NOTE: You must list Alturas, CA as one of  your top nine location choices to be
considered for these positions.  Please include college transcripts with
applications.

For more information contact:  Judy Perkins, Forest Botanist, Modoc National
Forest, 800 W. 12th Street, Alturas, CA 96101; jperkins at fs.fed.us; (530)
233-8827.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:  MARCH 15, 2011