Regional Biosecurity Plan (RBP) Technician

Colorado State University • Santa Rita, GU

45d • $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Job Description Essential Job Duties (5 maximum) Conducting early detection surveys (EDS), which consist of presence/absence surveys of all taxa (small mammals, arthropods, herpetofauna, and plants) on military training and staging areas. Assisting with the management of coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB) and high-risk invasive weeds. CRB work includes baiting, removal, trap maintenance, and breeding site surveys, whereas vegetation management includes mechanical and chemical control methods of species such as skunk vine and itchgrass. Conducting biosecurity inspections of military cargo for non-training events in support of US Navy Joint Region Marianas to ensure that military vehicles, equipment, and supplies comply with military sanitation guidelines. Recording and entering field data using smartphones and computer tablets. Operating gas and battery power tools including bush cutters, chainsaws, and hedgers. Conditions of Employment Must be able to work in a culturally diverse office and respect all Team members. Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date. Must be willing to submit for NACI background check to obtain a DoD Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) card. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Minimum Qualifications Ability to work in-person at the Asan office, Guam. Minimum of a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent. Knowledge of invasive species on Guam. Must be able to work during nights, weekends, and holidays whenever necessary. Must be capable of walking several consecutive miles carrying gear of up to 30 pounds and performing light manual labor in a hot tropical environment, often windy/rainy and on uneven terrain. Work is often conducted on hot, paved surfaces with little shade provided. Preferred Qualifications Experience conducting fieldwork and accurately recording, entering, and proofing data. At least 3-6 months of work experience with agriculture, invasive species-control, or natural resources. Experience conducting invasive species management utilizing chemical, cultural, biological and/or mechanical control techniques. Experience using smart phones or other devices to collect or manage information for work related tasks. Experience operating gas and battery power tools and other mechanical or hand tools. Experience applying herbicide and/or insecticide. Ability to take photographs and collect samples of plants, insects, and animals for identification. Familiar with DoD/Navy environmental, biosecurity, and safety regulations. Salary Range 22.00 Required Application Documents To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Resume/CV Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. Review our detailed benefits information here. Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator. Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in! 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Requirements

• Must be able to work in a culturally diverse office and respect all Team members.
• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.
• Must be willing to submit for NACI background check to obtain a DoD Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) card.
• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• Ability to work in-person at the Asan office, Guam.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of invasive species on Guam.
• Must be able to work during nights, weekends, and holidays whenever necessary.
• Must be capable of walking several consecutive miles carrying gear of up to 30 pounds and performing light manual labor in a hot tropical environment, often windy/rainy and on uneven terrain.
• Work is often conducted on hot, paved surfaces with little shade provided.

Nice To Haves

• Experience conducting fieldwork and accurately recording, entering, and proofing data.
• At least 3-6 months of work experience with agriculture, invasive species-control, or natural resources.
• Experience conducting invasive species management utilizing chemical, cultural, biological and/or mechanical control techniques.
• Experience using smart phones or other devices to collect or manage information for work related tasks.
• Experience operating gas and battery power tools and other mechanical or hand tools.
• Experience applying herbicide and/or insecticide.
• Ability to take photographs and collect samples of plants, insects, and animals for identification.
• Familiar with DoD/Navy environmental, biosecurity, and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conducting early detection surveys (EDS), which consist of presence/absence surveys of all taxa (small mammals, arthropods, herpetofauna, and plants) on military training and staging areas.
• Assisting with the management of coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB) and high-risk invasive weeds.
• CRB work includes baiting, removal, trap maintenance, and breeding site surveys, whereas vegetation management includes mechanical and chemical control methods of species such as skunk vine and itchgrass.
• Conducting biosecurity inspections of military cargo for non-training events in support of US Navy Joint Region Marianas to ensure that military vehicles, equipment, and supplies comply with military sanitation guidelines.
• Recording and entering field data using smartphones and computer tablets.
• Operating gas and battery power tools including bush cutters, chainsaws, and hedgers.

Benefits

• Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service.
• With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
• Review our detailed benefits information here.
• Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.
• For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator.
• Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED