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From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news
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Sent: Wednesday, February 08, 2012 1:37 PM
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Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Wetland Ecology Field Technicians - Colorado

The Colorado Natural Heritage Program (CNHP) at Colorado State University
(CSU) seeks 4 to 6 experienced field technicians for summer field work
assessing the condition of wetlands throughout the lower South Platte River
Basin. All positions require field botany or ecology skills. Knowledge of
plant taxonomy and species identification required. Preferred qualifications
include experience in wetland or riparian ecology, knowledge of local flora,
and familiarity performing field work for long days (10+ hours). Fieldwork
will take place in randomly selected wetlands in urban areas, agricultural
areas, and more remote natural areas as part of a river basin scale wetland
condition and wildlife habitat assessment. Standard duties will involve
driving and hiking to field sites; in-field plant identification and
in-office plant identification with a microscope; extensive collection of
vegetation, soil, wildlife habitat, and environmental data; detailed
completion of field survey forms; and landowner interactions. Salary range:
$2000 - $2600/month, plus per diem. Timeframe: 3-5 months (approx.
mid-May-Sept 2012).

To apply and view a complete position description, please visit:
http://warnercnr.colostate.edu/employment-opportunities.html.  First
consideration of applicants will begin February 19, 2011. Applications will
be accepted until all positions are filled.
Colorado State University conducts background checks on all final
candidates.  CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer.