Biological Science Technician (Botany): Corvallis, OR

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Agency

U.S. Geological Survey

Location

Corvallis, OR

Job Category

Temporary/Seasonal Positions

Salary

$18.52/hour

Start Date

04/10/2023

Last Date to Apply

12/30/2022

Website

https://www.usgs.gov/centers/forest-and-rangeland-ecosystem-science-center

Description

DUTIES: As a Biological Science Technician Field Assistant with the U.S. Geological Survey, some of your specific duties will include: • Identify grasses, forbs, and shrubs to species (up to 250 different species) • Monitor native grasses, forbs, and shrub volume and density • Perform various vegetation cover and fuel load sampling protocols • Operates 4-wheel drive vehicles on poor and sometime muddy roads • Accurately record and enter data on tablets in field Seeking to hire Technicians that will work on a project to investigate the long-term ecological impacts of fuel reduction treatments in the intermountain sagebrush steppe and western juniper woodlands. Find out more about the project at (www.sagestep.org). Technicians will also work on a project looking at the efficacy of sagebrush restoration approaches & their success in creating functional sage-grouse habitat in post-fire landscapes. Technician may work on several other USGS projects identifying strategies to control the dominance of cheatgrass & other weeds on Great Basin rangelands, restoring native species, & increasing biodiversity. Will be part of a five-person team working in the field together. Crews will install monitoring transects in established long term subplots to collect botanical & fuel data & samples following established protocols. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Field work will take place throughout eastern OR including Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge, eastern WA, northern CA, southwestern ID, northern NV, and lab/computer work will be done in Corvallis, OR. Work is performed in a lab and field environment. Field work involves moderate or sometimes extreme exposure to the discomforts of rain, wind, & extreme cold/hot weather. Fieldwork typically involve 5-10 consecutive days in remote field locations, w/ workdays up to 12 hours/day. Due to the wide geographical extent of project, extensive travel is necessary. Work involves camping in tents on public lands, hiking in rugged terrain, & working under extreme weather conditions. Must know and follow personal safety precautions. If selected, you will be required to complete a pre-employment physical. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: To qualify for a GG-5 you need 9 months of field experience OR 3 years of subprofessional work experience OR *3 years of college w/ courses related to the work of the position to be filled (equivalent to 90 semester/135 quarter hrs) plus 3 months of lab or field work experience. Desired applicant will have at least 3 months of experience identifying plants in the field. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Physically demanding work involving long hours spent standing, bending, walking, & a great amount of physical exertion sometimes during adverse weather conditions. May be required to lift containers weighing up to 35 pounds in the performance of assignment. Work may be done in 10 -12 hours per day; hours can include all times of day and night and will vary during the employment term with weather and field conditions. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Field work will take place throughout eastern OR including Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge, eastern WA, northern CA, southwestern ID, northern NV, and lab/computer work will be done in Corvallis, OR. Work is performed in a lab and field environment. Field work involves moderate or sometimes extreme exposure to the discomforts of rain, wind, & extreme cold/hot weather. Fieldwork typically involve 5-9 consecutive days in remote field locations, w/ workdays up to 12 hours/day. Due to the wide geographical extent of project, extensive travel is necessary. Work involves camping in tents on public lands, hiking in rugged terrain, & working under extreme weather conditions. Must know and follow personal safety precautions. If selected, you will be required to complete a pre-employment. HOW TO APPLY: Submit one of the following forms of application: (a) résumé OR (b) OF-612, Optional Application for Federal Employment, OR (c) other written format. IF SUBMITTING A RESUME be sure to include the following for EACH job listed: To and From dates of employment as mm/dd/yyyy and how many hours per week you worked each job; percentage of time spent doing field survey work; percentage of time spent doing laboratory work; statement of duties; supervisor contact information. Be sure to also address the additional qualifier, if applicable. Please also submit transcripts (unofficial is acceptable) to document all education used for position qualification. ALWAYS INCLUDE THE JOB# OF THE VACANCY YOU ARE APPLYING TO. Application package can be submitted electronically to email address provided below by closing date. Hard Copy applications are also accepted but must be received by the closing date. To claim 5 point Veteran's Preference, a DD214 showing character of discharge is required. If claiming 10 point Veteran's Preference, a SF15 with proof of claim is required. Send Application packages to: [email protected] OR mail to 777 NW 9th St, Suite 400, Corvallis, OR 97330 Employer Name Department of The Interior Employer Contact Mgmt Analyst Apply In Person At: USGS FRESC 777 NW 9th St STE 400 CORVALLIS, OR 97330-6169 Apply By Mail To: FRESC Jobs, USGS FRESC 777 NW 9th St STE 400 CORVALLIS, OR 97330-6169 Contact By: Phone (541) 750-1040 Fax (541) 750-1066 Email [email protected] For questions about the job and job duties, please contact: Scott Shaff [email protected] 541-750-9242

Contact Person

Human Resources

Contact Phone

5417501040

Contact eMail

[email protected]

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