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for Applied Ecology</span></b></p>
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research, and education</span></i></b><b><span style="font-size:26.0pt"></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center" align="center"><b style><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Position Announcement: Conservation
Research and Botany Field Crew Leader</span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i style><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">The <b style>Institute for Applied Ecology</b> will be hiring<b style> </b>1 crew leader for conservation research. </span></i><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""><span style> </span></span><i style><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">We encourage you
to visit our website, <a href="http://www.appliedeco.org/">www.appliedeco.org</a>
for more information.</span></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b style><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">POSITION
DESCRIPTION</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">:
Crew leader will work on multiple conservation biology and restoration ecology
projects throughout Oregon.<span style> </span> Field work will involve botanical
surveys, population monitoring, and other ecological measurements. Crew
leader will work with program staff to manage field trip logistics, lead field
work, and assist in data management. Position is based in Corvallis, Oregon,
but approximately 50% of the work is conducted out-of-town/overnight, (accommodations
include hotels and camping).<span style> </span>See the program
website for more information:</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.5in"><span class="MsoHyperlink"><a href="http://www.appliedeco.org/conservation-research">http://www.appliedeco.org/conservation-research</a></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b style><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">START DATE:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> late-March
through April (must be able to start by April 2, 2012)</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">END DATE: </span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""><span style> </span>August 31, 2012</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b style><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">QUALIFICATIONS</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">: Applicants
should have a BS or MS (preferred) in a relevant field.<span style> </span>Applicants should be mature, self-motivated,
highly organized, and comfortable directing a 2-4 person field crew with
minimal supervision. Applicants must have a valid driver's license, be willing
to travel, and be able to perform strenuous work in all weather
conditions.<span style> </span>Physical requirements
include ability to hike 1-2 miles in rugged terrain carrying a 30-lb load and
work in a bent-over/kneeling/sitting position for long periods of time.</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt"> </span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Basic computer skills (word processing and
spreadsheet applications) required; experience in databases (Access) is a
plus.<span style> </span>Applicants should have 2 or more
seasons of field research experience, with preference given to those with
skills in plant identification and vegetation sampling.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b style><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">COMPENSATION</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">: $12-14/hr
depending on experience plus travel expenses associated with overnight field
work (food and lodging).<span style> </span>Housing in Corvallis is not
provided. <span style> </span>This is a full-time temporary
position with no benefits.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b style>TO APPLY:<span style> </span></b>Applications must be emailed to <a href="mailto:jobs@appliedeco.org">jobs@appliedeco.org</a> no later than Friday,
February 17, 2012. In the subject line, write:<span style>
</span>“Field Crew Leader Application”.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Include a <u>letter of interest</u> stating when you will be
available to start work (this is a MUST), <u>resume</u>, <u>transcripts</u>
(unofficial is fine), and the names and contact information for<u> three
references</u>.<span style> </span>AT LEAST ONE reference
must be from a supervisor from a work experience.<span style> </span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">We are also hiring for seasonal interns.<span style> </span>If you would also like to be considered for
one of these positions, please state so in your cover letter.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Non-U.S.
residents must also include a copy of their work visa.<span style> </span>Applications will be considered upon
receipt.<span style> </span>Please direct all inquiries to
<a href="mailto:jobs@appliedeco.org">jobs@appliedeco.org</a>.</p>
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