[PCA] JOB OPPORTUNITY: GBI/USFWS/USDA-FS Native Seed Technician (4 positions) (Elko/Reno, NV)

Carr, Amanda (Mandie) N ancarr at blm.gov
Fri Feb 19 11:53:20 CST 2021


 *Deadline: Open until filled



*Overview: 6 months (April 2021 - October 2021); Full time



*Position: Native Seed Technician (4 positions)



*Description:

The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with US Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) and Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest is recruiting four (4) Native Seed Technicians to join our AmeriCorps program to conduct seed collecting and ecological restoration activities throughout the Great Basin on Department of Interior (DOI) and Forest Service (USFS) lands.



*Primary Responsibilities:

  *   Scouting and identifying populations of target native plant species suitable for the program;
  *   GPS mapping populations of plants, disturbance areas, and other features using tablets, handheld devices, ArcGIS Online, ArcMap, and ArcCollector;
  *   Monitoring the phenology of plant populations to identify optimal seed collection times;
  *   Collecting seed from plant populations for both restoration and conservation collections and completing data forms in accordance with the Seeds of Success (SOS) Technical Protocol;
  *   Processing and shipping seed;
  *   Taking herbarium vouchers, and processing and shipping as necessary;
  *   Collecting tissue samples for genetic analysis and processing and shipping;
  *   Recording data electronically and on paper data forms, entering and editing data related to restoration activities;
  *   Photographing collection sites and plants;
  *   Maintenance and regular inventory of field gear;
  *   Daily and monthly vehicle checks, driving up to 5 hours a day;
  *   Assisting with the coordination of conservation crew work;
  *   Assisting with the coordination of volunteer seed collection and restoration events;
  *   Provide support for arid land restoration projects;
  *   Monitoring and maintenance of reciprocal transplant study plots;
  *   Reporting accomplishments and providing recommendations for program improvements, priorities, and future projects.



*Locations:

Multiple positions are available in Nevada. Please indicate your availability and preferred location when applying. We encourage applying early in order to gain the best chance at getting your top-choice location.

  *   USFS Location: Elko, NV (working primarily in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest and adjacent BLM lands)
  *   FWS Location: Reno, NV (working primarily in Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge and Winnemucca BLM district)



*Who may apply:  Open to the public



*Compensation:

  *   Living Allowance: $12,350 (approximately $950 biweekly before taxes)
  *   Field Per Diem: $34/day (when camping in the field)
  *   AmeriCorps Education Award*: $3,097.50 (upon successful completion)
  *   Medical, dental and vision insurance available at no cost

*AmeriCorps Education Award may be used for past, present or future education experiences, including payment of qualifying federal student loans. Loan forbearance and accrued interest payment on qualifying student loans is also available.

*Full announcement and application: https://www.vscyberhosting.com/greatbasin/careers.aspx?rf=PD&req=2020-ACI-054


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