Energy and Minerals Support Member - Deep Fork NWR

EPIC • Okmulgee, OK

8d • Onsite

About The Position

American Conservation Experience (ACE), in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), is seeking one member to contribute to energy data projects under the mentorship of USFWS Staff. This position will help FWS realize its mission at Deep Fork NWR by collecting, organizing, digitizing, and managing energy-related data. This work involves reviewing historical records as well as conducting field inspections and assessments of orphaned, abandoned, and active wells, pipelines, and other oil and gas infrastructure on refuge lands. The member will also assist Refuge staff by using ArcGIS and Excel for research, field data collection, map development, and geospatial information management. Additionally, the role includes conducting field surveys for key plant and animal species, monitoring refuge activities' impact on wildlife and habitat, contributing to habitat management plans (prescribed fire, invasive species control, wetland management), preparing documentation and permits under NEPA and other federal regulations, supporting emergency response efforts (wildfire, spill incidents), and assisting with daily refuge operations and maintenance. Participation in programs related to wildlife, habitat conservation, and refuge resource management is also expected to support science-based decision-making. This individual placement is designed to facilitate professional development, promote exposure to land management agencies, and encourage networking with professionals, potentially including gaining experience in different conservation fields and shadowing different work groups.

Requirements

• Members must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Willing and able to represent ACE and the partner organization in a professional, positive, and enthusiastic manner.
• Ability to be both self-directed/work alone, and be a positive, contributing member of a group.
• A valid driver's license and an insurable driving record (documentation to be provided upon request).
• Members must be 21+ to drive due to ACE's insurance and liability requirements.
• Willing to undergo and must pass the required criminal history checks.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• ACE Members will need to complete bi-weekly timesheets, beginning of term feedback forms, end of term evaluations and for longer terms, a mid-term evaluation.
• Member may not participate in any prohibited activities as listed in the Member Service Agreement.

Nice To Haves

• Competitive applicants for this position can hold or be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree and/or have relevant experience in subject areas such as natural resources, biology, earth science, etc.
• Demonstrated GIS skills
• Experience with data manipulation in Excel
• Ability to work independently and communicate well verbally and in writing
• Ability to conduct field work on refuges that may include hiking off trails in a variety of terrain and weather conditions

Responsibilities

• Collecting, organizing, digitizing, and managing energy-related data.
• Reviewing historical records and conducting field inspections and assessments of orphaned, abandoned, and active wells, pipelines, and other oil and gas infrastructure on refuge lands.
• Using ArcGIS and Excel to support research, field data collection, map development, and the management of geospatial information.
• Conducting field surveys for key plant and animal species and monitoring how refuge activities impact wildlife and habitat conditions.
• Contributing to the development of habitat management plans, including prescribed fire, invasive species control, wetland management.
• Preparing documentation and permits required under NEPA and other federal regulations.
• Supporting emergency response efforts such as wildfire and spill incidents.
• Assisting with daily refuge operations and maintenance.
• Participating in programs related to wildlife, habitat conservation, and refuge resource management to support science-based decision-making.

Benefits

• Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $805/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly.
• Housing Reimbursement: ACE members will receive up to $125/week reimbursement for housing expenses.
• Public Land Corps Hiring Authority: Members may be eligible for a federal hiring authority upon completion of their term of service and 640 hours of service.
• Gear Reimbursement: ACE members will have up to $200 to spend on eligible gear purchases.
• Provided Training/Orientation: ACE members will receive position specific training and an orientation outlining ACE policies and procedures, clear guidance on prohibited activities, and networks for support. Members may also receive training on equipment operation, sampling and survey instrumentation, defensive driving, and any necessary site-specific training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree