Urgent Hire – Fire Ecology Field Crew Lead – Seattle, WA

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Agency

U. of Washington School of Env. and Forest Sciences

Location

Seattle, WA

Job Category

Temporary/Seasonal Positions

Salary

$3600-$4200/month, DOE

Start Date

01/18/2022

Last Date to Apply

01/07/2022

Website

https://uwhires.admin.washington.edu/eng/candidates/default.cfm?szCategory=jobprofile&szOrderID=200150&szCandidateID=0&szReturnToSearch=1

Description

This is a Temporary, Project position. It begins in January of 2022 and is expected to run through July of 2022. This incumbent leads a small crew in the collection and processing of data for scientific research conducted by the Fire and Environmental Research Applications Team (FERA). There are multiple existing projects for field data collection. Projects include, but are not limited to, characterization of wildland fuels in multiple locations in the United States, evaluation of fuel consumption during prescribed burning, and post-fire tree mortality. These data will be used to assess fuel consumption and tree injury and evaluate the overall predictive capability of fuels and fire behavior models. Data collection includes identification and physical measurements of trees, shrubs, understory plants, downed woody debris, litter, and ground fuels, and collection of fuel samples for laboratory processing. Data processing tasks include categorizing, drying and weighing samples to determine dry biomass and/or fuel moisture, data entry, and data quality control/quality assurance. Work Environment The Incumbent will join a highly collaborative team of scientists who study wildland fuels and fire. Candidates from diverse backgrounds and traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Incumbent will lead field and lab work, supervising 2-3 technicians in field and an additional 2-3 students in laboratory work. This position will require frequent outdoor work in conditions that may include steep and rough terrain, dense vegetation, inclement weather, smoke exposure during prescribed fires, and biting insects. Maintaining a safe working environment is essential. Individuals should be capable of working long days (~10 hours when in the field), during early morning to early evening hours. Field work will require travel for extended periods up to 21 days. Field trips often involve air travel and/or driving long distances in Forest Service or rental vehicles and are sometimes scheduled with minimal notice: candidate must be flexible with sometimes busy travel schedules. Accommodations may include camping, hotels, or common living spaces such as barracks or house rentals. While in the field, lodging and per diem for food is paid for by the employer. Covid-19 safety: When in the field and the lab, the incumbent must be willing to work with others and follow the lab’s Covid-19 safety protocols. The current occupancy limit for the lab facility is 25 percent. Employees working in the lab and field are expected to strictly adhere to masking and physical distancing protocols, including in shared field housing. Incumbent must complete the University’s Covid-19 safety training and complete a symptom attestation at the beginning of each workday. This applies to work both in the field and lab. Copies of FERA’s Covid-19 safety protocols are available to candidates upon request. Responsibilities: • Lead field crew in field data and sample collection efforts, maintaining a safe work environment. (40%) • Supervise technicians, interns, and students in the laboratory and office, including: overseeing sample processing, overseeing accurate data entry and quality control of data, assisting with supervising employee time and work scheduling, manage employee travel arrangements and documentation for reimbursement, arrange training and development opportunities. (30%). • Maintain up to date inventory of lab equipment and supplies, oversee maintenance of existing equipment and purchasing of new equipment and supplies. (10%) • Assist with development of field and laboratory data collection protocols. (5%) • Participate in study planning and data analysis (5%) • Make and document decisions in the field regarding data collection techniques. (5%) • Performs related duties as required. (5%) Application Process: The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter, and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral.The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral. The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT Governor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14.2 requires employees of higher education and healthcare institutions to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination. View the Final candidate guide to COVID-19 vaccination requirement webpage for information about the medical or religious exemption process for final candidates.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications (three months to one year of experience): • Experience supervising field crews in the collection of detailed forestry, fuels, or fire effects data. • Experience managing and processing field samples in laboratory settings • Experience supervising and conducting data entry into databases using complex protocols, quality control of large volumes of data. • Demonstrated ability to work safely and supervise others in remote settings. • Experience supervising field crew time and work scheduling, coordinating employee travel arrangements and documentation, arranging training and development opportunities. • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, including ability to write technical documentation. • Demonstrated attention to detail, with emphasis on accurate data collection and quality control • Demonstrated ability to work in active fire environments. • Ability to be flexible in the face of changing field schedules and priorities, comfortable with regular travel over extended periods • Sincere interest in learning about and participating in fire and smoke research. • Wilderness First Aid certification • Position requires a valid state driver's license and clean driving record. Desirable qualifications: • Experience maintaining a large inventory of lab equipment and supplies. • Wildland Fire Chainsaw certification (S212 or equivalent) • Wilderness First Responder certification • National Interagency Fire Coordination Center Incident Qualification as Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2) • National Interagency Fire Coordination Center Incident Qualification as Fire Fighter Type 1 (FFT1) and/or Fire Effects Monitor (FEMO) • Experience with management and analysis of remotely sensed datasets Required education: Bachelor’s degree in natural resources: forestry, ecology, biology, or related field.

Contact Person

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