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Forestry Technician positions at Voyageurs National Park

by Sara Gomez Garcia on January 7, 2016

We are seeking applicants for two summer Forestry Technician positions at
Voyageurs National Park. These positions run May 16th through August 31st
(dates are firm) with a compensation of $9.25-10.25/hour, depending on
experience.

The incumbents will be employed by Northland College, but will work
directly with, and report to, the Great Lakes Network of the National Park
Service Inventory & Monitoring (I&M) program. The goals of the I&M program
include monitoring key environmental variables so that ecological change
can be detected and addressed in a timely manner. The incumbents will
assist with sampling vegetation.

These are largely field based positions. The incumbents will assist with
the establishment and sampling of permanent forest monitoring plots at
Voyageurs National Park in northern Minnesota. Incumbents will collect
extensive monitoring data on trees and coarse woody materials, take tree
cores, and assess tree health. Incumbents are expected to pass the
Motorboat Operator Certification Course. Field work will be performed in
teams of 2-3 people. The incumbents may also spend approximately 5-10% of
time performing computer work.

Seasonal housing will most likely be available at Whispering Pines
seasonal housing area, near the Ash River Visitor Center.

This position operates on an 8 day on/6 day off schedule. During the 8-day
sampling periods, incumbents will primarily travel by motor boat and
backcountry camp. They will be expected to carry field equipment weighing
up to 50 lbs. He/she will be exposed to high temperatures, stinging and
biting insects, including extensive mosquitos and ticks, and poisonous
plants.

Housing costs at Whispering Pines will be approximately $40.00 per two-
week period. Alternative housing in the area is very limited.

While we are considering applicants with all education and experience
levels, we especially encourage current undergraduate sophomores and
juniors enrolled in forestry programs. To apply, please send a resume,
cover letter, and unofficial transcripts to Suzanne Sanders
(suzanne_sanders@nps.gov) by January 6, 2016. If you are selected for an
interview, you will be contacted shortly thereafter. No phone calls or
emails, other than applications, please.

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