Work in Giant Sequoia Forest!
  • Location:  Giant sequoia forests in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
  • Duration: Early June, 2023 till September or October, 2023 (funding dependent)
  • Brief Description: One crew leader and 1-2 crew members are needed to collect ecological data in both burned and unburned giant sequoia forests in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. The crew will conduct field sampling on fuels, forest structure and the conditions surrounding planted seedlings. The data will be collected to support long-term monitoring that will result in both original scientific research and tangible recommendations for managing giant sequoia forests. Field methods, equipment, and safety training will be provide. The work schedule will include 8 ten-hour work days followed by 6 days off. Field sites will also include remote backcountry wilderness areas that will require backpacking ~10 miles with a heavy pack, likely for at least two 8-day trips. The crew will be provided with a vehicle, but crew members are responsible for their own transportation to and from the duty station at the beginning and end of the work week. Some field driving will be on remote and rugged roads. Shared camping equipment will be provided as necessary.
  • Requirements to Apply:
    -Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in ecology, botany, forestry, range science, or related natural science field
    -A minimum of two seasons of related field work
    Crew member
    -Upper division college coursework or equivalent experience in ecology, botany, forestry, range science, or related natural science field
    -A minimum of one season of related field work or multiple relevant coursework field experiences
    Qualifications required for both positions:
    -Experience in conifer forest vegetation data collection methods
    -Experience in identifying trees and shrubs
    -Experience in use of map, compass, and GPS units for location and travel
    -Ability to maintain a positive attitude in physically demanding and/or uncomfortable conditions
    -Enthusiasm for the type of work to be conducted
    -Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Excel for data entry purposes
    -CPR and Wilderness First Aid certified (certification may be accomplished after job offer is made, with registration cost reimbursed by the employer up to $250)
    Deadline to Apply: Friday, March 10, 2023
  • To Apply: (please follow these instructions exactly)
    Combine a cover letter (1 page maximum), CV/resume (2 pages maximum), and three
    references (including name, organization, phone, email, and relationship to you) into a single
    pdf. Name the pdf file with your last name, a dash and the position you are applying for (for example, Smith-CrewLead, Jones-Crewmember). Upload your application to the Box link below no later than March 10, 2023 (though review of applications will be ongoing as they are submitted). Your cover letter must also clearly state whether you are applying for crew lead or crew member and any potential constraints on your availability between early June and October. Your CV should address all of the required and preferred qualifications that you meet.
    Please send your pdf to: Sequoia.6xcyh2zf3ruxdhkh@u.box.com and cc kshive@berkeley.edu. The subject line must state: Sequoia field crew application. Please do not include any cover letter or introductory information in the body of the email as it will not be read.
  • For More Information: Contact kshive@berkeley.edu​ with any questions.
Environmental Education Specialist
  • Location: The Sandia Mountain Natural History Center in the east mountains outside Albuquerque
  • Brief Description: You will be a part of our small, dedicated staff teaching our outdoor Ecology Field Program for all Albuquerque Public Schools 5th graders, and other area schools, on 8 miles of trails on our APS-owned land and Cibola National Forest. You will also teach outreach programs and events around the state at times, and lead on-site programs and workshops for the public, summer groups, teachers, and other special groups. Other position responsibilities may include: program and curriculum development, program evaluation, scientific research, working with volunteers, grant writing/management, partnering with other area organizations, trail maintenance, and the flexibility to take on new environmental education-related work as time allows.
  • Deadline to Apply: Friday February 17th, 2023.
  • ​To Apply:  Visit Here
Biological Science Technician
  • Location: Arcata, CA
  • Duration: Dates will be approximately from mid-May to mid-August 2023 (with the potential for a longer season).
  • Brief Description: USGS Redwood Field Station in Arcata California is currently recruiting for biological science technicians for Summer 2023 in forest ecology. They will be hiring up to 6 positions, including a crew leadership position.  There are 2 separate announcements for each GS level we will be hiring. Attached are informational flies and the job announcements. 
  • Deadline to Apply: December 30, 2022.
  • To Apply: Click here. 
  • For More Information: Contact me at pvanmantgem@usgs.gov with any questions.
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Field Biology Intern
  • Location:  John Muir National Historic Site, Martinez, California
  • Duration: April 3 - July 21
  • Brief Description: The Field Biology Internship is designed to prepare students for careers in Conservation Ecology and Environmental Sciences. Students working in this internship will assist Biologists in a variety of natural resource management projects, inventory and monitoring activities. Work may involve collection of field data and observations, reporting to park biologists about notable findings, geographical information systems (GIS), invasive plant management and resource protection issues.
  • ​To Apply:  Visit Here
Envirocheck Hiring Lab Analyst
  • Location: Hayward, CA
  • Brief Description: Envirocheck is looking to fill  the position of a full-time lab analyst. Applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Geology, or related science.
  • To Apply: Click here. 
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Biological Science Technician in Fresno County (USDA)
  • Location: Parlier, CA
  • Brief Description: The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking to hire for a Permanent Biological Science Technician position in their Parlier, CA. facility. The position has been posted to USAjobs.gov: USAJOBS - Job Announcement. The position closes on December 19, 2022. Please share with anyone interested in a permanent opportunity with the USDA ARS in Parlier, CA. The position comes with medical, dental, and vision benefits. Employees will be eligible for the Federal Employees Retirement System, sick, and annual leave accrual as well. A technician is needed to support research on developing new and improved management strategies for insects associated with fresh and stored horticultural commodities. The ideal candidate has experience conducting research on plant insect-pests, toxicology and/or molecular biology techniques. U.S. citizenship is required.
  • For More Information: If you have any questions about any of the positions please contact Dr. Raman Bansal by email at raman.bansal@usda.gov. You can also see more information here.
  • ​To Apply: Click here. Deadline to apply is December 19, 2022.
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Yosemite Field Station (USGS) Summer 2023 Biological Science Technician positions (amphibian monitoring)
  • Deadline: 4pm PST 12/09/22.
  • Location:  
  • Brief Description: Summer Employment Opportunity! Come work in the High Sierra!
    Yosemite Field Station (USGS) is currently recruiting for summer 2023 Biological Science Technician positions in Amphibian monitoring.
    Pay: GG-5 ($17.31/hour); Location: Oakhurst, California;
    Positions are full-time, start in early May, and will last 4-6 months. Federal housing might be available for rent. Personal vehicle is recommended for off-work time. We are hiring up to 4 positions for our crew.
    Amphibian technician duties: Collect field data for population monitoring of the Federally threatened Yosemite toad.  Tasks include conducting capture-mark-recapture surveys, collecting demographic data on toad individuals, monitoring for prevalence of Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Chytrid fungus) across toad populations, and collection of fine-scale habitat data.  Study locations are located in remote sections of Kings Canyon National Park and require extensive backcountry travel (up to 7 nights out)to conduct field work. 
    Qualifications: Must be a US Citizen in order to qualify.  Some field work experience required. Additional experience required for crew leadership positions. Prefer people with an interest in high elevation ecosystems, and/or field ecology; a demonstrated interest and physical ability in working outdoors in challenging field conditions, as well as backpacking experience.  Successful applicants should have strong interpersonal skills and enjoy working on small field teams.Please read the announcements and follow the directions outlined below and in the announcement. **Note that there are 4 different announcements/grade levels, depending on your experience.  Submit a separate application for each announcement/grade level that you are interested in.
  • For More Information: Contact Steven Lee srlee@usgs.gov
  • ​To Apply: EMAIL APPLICATION DOCUMENTS TO werchr@usgs.gov
    To be considered, please attach the following items to your email:
    1.      Cover letter describing interests, qualifications, and contact information
    2.      Resume: Candidates must format their resumes correctly to be considered - List the month, day, and year for the beginning and end of each position. (eg. 6/5/21-8/8/21)
    Include hours worked per week for every job or volunteer position. (eg. 40 hours/week)
    For all positions with any field or lab component, include detailed descriptions of field or lab duties and be clear that it was field and/or lab work. Include any volunteer experience/positions. Please do NOT eliminate details in your job descriptions to keep your resume to one page.  Longer resumes are ok (2-5 pages)
     If you have field experience listed under a university or college, clearly annotate that the experience was or wasn't related to attaining your degree
    Unofficial transcripts showing degree major/minor and graduation date. If not yet graduated, include a full unofficial transcript so personnel can calculate classes.
    3.      Provide email and/or phone numbers for at least 2 references (3 preferable)
    4.      Put job announcement number in the email subject line for each application:
            42-23-05
    MAKE SURE YOU INCLUDE ALL REQUIRED ELEMENTS IN YOUR RESUME and APPLICATION PACKAGE IN ORDER TO QUALIFY. For further information on how to format your resume please go to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/
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