Summers- Non-Native Invasive Bio Technician

Universities of Wisconsin • Stevens Point, WI

12d • $18

About The Position

The Enhancing Natural Resource Goals on the Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest Program is a partnership between UW-Stevens Point’s Wisconsin Center for Wildlife and the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. This 13-week Student Employment program is designed to provide a career-oriented introduction to the background, philosophy, concepts, and scope of natural resources management, and a practical understanding of Forest Service policies. Student Employees will also receive on-the-job training and exposure to a variety of natural resource disciplines and careers with the Forest Service and other natural resources agencies and organizations. The Natural Resources Student Employee – Non-Native Invasive Species Technician will assist West Zone Botany staff with a variety of Non-Native Invasive Species (NNIS) projects and assist other program areas (Silviculture, Timber, Recreation, Wildlife, Fire, etc) as needed. Student Employees will attend a weeklong group training at the beginning of the program at Forest Lodge Educational Campus near Cable, Wisconsin. Forest Service housing for Student Employees is available in Medford at the agency’s quarters fee rate which is dependent on a variety of factors.

Requirements

• Enthusiasm to learn about diverse natural resource careers.
• No prior field experience is necessary.
• Successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
• Relevant coursework or practical experience in biology, conservation, recreation management, natural resources, or environmental sciences.
• Ability to carry 20 pounds in the field for the entire field day.
• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to hike in heavily vegetated rugged terrain.
• Ability to perform fieldwork in inclement weather and deal with mosquitoes, deer flies, black flies, and ticks.
• Ability to safely operate outdoor field equipment including hand tools.
• Aptitude for teamwork and collaborating with others.
• Must be an undergraduate student currently pursuing a degree in Biology, Botany, Conservation Biology, Environmental Sciences, Forest Science, Forestry, Horticulture, Recreation, Soil Science, Wildlife Ecology, etc.
• Attach a cover letter and resumé to your application as a single document in PDF format.

Nice To Haves

• We strongly encourage applications from first-generation college students and groups that are historically underrepresented in natural resources and environmental sciences.

Responsibilities

• Conducting native and non-native plant species surveys by identifying plants using various field guides and plant identification keys.
• Treating and managing invasive plant species using mechanical, manual, and chemical means.
• Using global positioning systems (GPS), tablets, aerial photographs, topographic maps, GIS and/or compass in navigation.
• Using full-sized trucks, common hand and power tools, backpack and truck-mounted sprayers and pumps, off-road vehicles, power boats and canoe, and other tools to accomplish program goals
• Performing highly physical labor and daily hiking, sometimes to remote locations in rugged terrain under possible adverse weather conditions.
• Data entry and other duties in a laboratory/office setting.
• Participating in professional development workshops to gain leadership skills and learn about diverse career paths for natural resource professionals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees