Utah and Nevada BLM Stream Monitoring Crew Leads and Technicians

CNHP is interested in finding the best candidates for these positions. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t think you meet every one of our preferred qualifications – use your application to let us know what excites you about this role and what transferable skills or other qualities you would bring.####
** Qualifications for All Positions
*** Coursework in ecology, natural resources, range management, or related field is required for all positions. A completed B.S. degree is preferred for all positions and required for Crew Leads.
* Field experience collecting scientific data required for all positions.

Experience with stream habitat, water quality, macroinvertebrates, and/or other environmental data preferred.
* Experience with aerial photography (Google Earth), navigating with a topographic map, and use of GPS preferred for all positions and required for Crew Leads.

Experience with ArcGIS preferred for Crew Leads but not required.
* Willingness and ability to work long hours and unusual schedules, travel extensively during the field season, share living quarters, car camp, and potentially backpack and hike long distances (up to 10 miles / day) while carrying a heavy pack (up to 40lbs) required for all positions.
* Willingness and ability to work with a positive attitude in field conditions that include exposure to inclement weather, rugged terrain, hot or cold weather (30–110°

F), mosquitos, and poisonous plants, all while maintaining a strong commitment to team safety required for all positions.
* High degree of comfort wading in all types of streams including those with slick rocks, boulders, fast water, cold water, deep mud, and log jams is required for all positions.
* Careful attention to detail and strong written and organizational skills to complete lengthy field forms required for all positions. Experience collecting data electronically using tablets or other devices preferred for all positions.
* Strong oral communication skills for professional interactions with BLM staff and private landowners required for all positions.
* A valid driver’s license required for all positions. Experience driving 4x4 vehicles on rough roads preferred.
* Wilderness First Aid or other field safety training preferred for all positions.

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification.

Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
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