Natural Resources Technician - Fairchild AFB, WA at Colorado State University - Warner College of Natural Resources (1401)

About the role

This position is an entry-level training and experience opportunity for a Natural Resources Technician at Fairchild Air Force Base, WA. The technician will support various natural resources projects within the Natural Resources Management program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fieldwork including wildlife, vegetation, invasive species, threatened and endangered species, wetlands, forests, and outdoor recreation area management.
• Manage GPS data collection, field mapping, photography, public outreach, and education.
• Perform administrative office-based tasks such as data entry, management, public outreach, preparing site forms, writing technical reports, compliance documents, database and data management, spatial analysis, and preparing correspondence.

Requirements

• Pursuing a B.S. in natural resources-, cultural resources-, ecosystem science-, or environmental policy-related field (senior standing).
• No more than 3 years of relevant experience, including internships, fieldwork, seasonal jobs, volunteer work, or applied coursework.
• Basic field data collection skills (vegetation surveys, wildlife monitoring, GPS-based mapping).

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled or holder of a Graduate Degree in natural resources-, biology-, or environmental science-related fields.
• Experience using GPS equipment to collect field data.
• Experience with flora and/or fauna monitoring or management.
• Experience with threatened and endangered/sensitive species monitoring and management.
• Experience with habitat restoration or invasive species management.
• Experience with manual labor using powered tools and heavy equipment.
• Proficiency with GIS software and database management.

Skills

• Basic field data collection skills.
• Experience with GPS equipment.
• Experience with flora and fauna monitoring.
• Experience with threatened and endangered species management.
• Experience with habitat restoration.
• Experience with invasive species management.
• Proficiency with GIS software.

Benefits

The position offers entry-level training and experience opportunities in natural resources management at Fairchild Air Force Base, WA. No benefits are listed in the job posting.

Pay

The pay details are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The schedule details are not specified in the job posting.