The Colville National Forest is outreaching for an interdisciplinary soil scientist/ecologist. This position is permanent, full-time. The incumbent would serve as a restoration focused soil scientist and ecologist, and with primary responsibility for contributing to an interdisciplinary team on the Central Zone of the Colville National Forest. The position will be supervised by the Supervisory Natural Resource Specialist (Environmental Coordinator) and the duty location will be Kettle Falls, Washington. The Colville National Forest has established a project plan that treats …
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Duties The duties listed are at the full performance level. Gather, compile, and analyze data to determine wildlife habitat requirements. Analyze data to assess wildlife habitat quality and quantity. Interpret biological requirements to address wildlife species and their habitats. Inventory and monitor wildlife habitats to determine need for habitat restoration, enhancement, and improvement projects. Prepare operating plans and budgets for wildlife habitat improvement and animal damage control projects. Develop and present information on wildlife and conservation education to the public.
Duties Duties listed are at the full performance level, GS 7. Lay out timber sale boundaries in accordance with environmental assessments. Draft timber cruise plans and sample surveys to estimate quality and quantity of timber. Interpret silvicultural prescriptions and marking guides to designate harvestable timber. Perform timber cruising duties including estimating volume, defect and quality timber using standard cruising methods such as fixed variable plot, tree measurement, species identification, and traversing. Provide technical assistance to specialists in the development of …
The Resource Assistants Internship is a rigorous and immersive, paid internship for individuals who are interested in conservation, natural and cultural resources, research and development, or other careers. The program engages students, recent graduates, and underrepresented populations helping the Forest Service to attract and retain a diverse and inclusive workforce and carry out mission-critical work. 8-12 month program $650-$750 weekly stipend $1000 per month housing allowance Optional healthcare Training and travel allowance Direct hiring eligibility upon successful completion of the …
During the 2024 summer season, The Pike National Forest-South Park Ranger District will have several Forest Service Internship opportunities available. The South Park Ranger District includes 540,296 pristine acres ranging in elevations from 7,100 to 14,285 feet. Most of the district is located in Park County, Colorado with a small portion in Teller County, Colorado. A very active mining industry once thrived in South Park, and when the rowdy village of Tarryall (or Grab-all as many called it) turned a …
Duties-Duties listed are at the full performance level, GS 11. Analyze forest areas to determine which areas require short-term or long-term cultural treatment. Evaluate timber sale or fuels projects to identify methods to prevent loss of productivity or damage to the environment. Review land management plans to recommend silvicultural treatments that meet objectives. Review tree marking to determine compliance with planned treatment for forest sites. Identify silvicultural land management issues for forest management plans. Develop plans for application of silvicultural …
Hiring entry level wildland firefighters to be part of our fire management program. Opportunities to work on a fuels crew, engine, handcrew or hotshot crew. GS-3/4 Permanent Seasonal (18/8 schedule) – Work 9 months, and laid off for 3 months. Anticipated start date: May 2024 Duty Locations: Gasquet, Orleans, Willow Creek, Salyer, Mad River, and Eureka, California. Recruitment bonus up to $7,500 for a one-year agreement and up to $15,000 for a two-year agreement! Apply through USAJobs here: www.usajobs.gov/job/768294500 USAJobs …
This key position manages the Wilderness and Trails programs for the Pemigewasset Ranger District portion of the White Mountains; which includes 1,200 miles of trails, 23 backcountry facilities and 85 miles of the Appalachian Trail. The Pemigewasset District holds the largest Wilderness Area in the Northeast, the Pemigewasset Wilderness, and a portion of the Sandwich Wilderness. Forming, maintaining, and nurturing relationships with permittees, clubs, partner organizations, and volunteers operating on the Forest is critical to the position. The Dispersed Recreation …