The typical seasonal period for Sequoia Kings Canyon National Park is May-November. Anticipated Enter on Duty date would be May/June.
Major Duties:
- removes nonnative fish from alpine lakes;
- completes visual encounter surveys for amphibians and reptiles;
- sets, cleans and repairs gill nets;
- electro-fishes in streams;
- conducts fish, amphibian, and reptile surveys;
- collects field data;
- kills nonnative fish; handles dead fish;
- follows detailed protocols;
- records environmental parameters; using topographic maps, compass, and/or global positioning systems (GPS) for navigation;
- provides an overview of the project to park visitors.
- and occasionally assists with research projects.
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks represent an extraordinary continuum of ecosystems (96% designated wilderness) arrayed along the greatest vertical relief (1,370 to 14,505 feet elevation) of any protected area in the lower 48 states. They are the highest, most rugged reaches of the Sierra Nevada Mountains (including Mount Whitney at 14,500 feet elevation) and feature the world's largest trees - Giant Sequoias. Sequoia National Park is the nation's second oldest national park (established September 25, 1890) and encompasses 404,863 acres. Kings Canyon was established on March 4, 1940, and encompasses 458,847 acres. Both parks provide a wealth of recreational opportunities via 835 miles of trails, wild and scenic rivers, alpine lakes, and caves, along with a full range of overnight lodging prospects to choose from that include 14 campgrounds. For area information visit:
https://www.nps.gov/seki/getinvolved/workwithus.htm.
Physical Demands: The work is partially sedentary with prolonged standing, walking, and bending often required. Heavy items (e.g., packs and equipment up to 50 pounds) must be lifted and carried on a routine basis.
Working Conditions: The work is performed in an office, laboratory, and in the field. Field work includes exposure to extreme weather conditions and terrain, pesticides, poisonous plants, biting insects, and wild animals. Laboratory work may involve exposure to hazardous chemicals.
Air Quality: Poor air quality afflicts Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, especially during summer months - generally May to October. High ozone levels may be the most harmful pollutant here. In summer months, concentrations often exceed the federal ozone health standards. For more information:
http://www.nps.gov/seki/learn/nature/airqualityinfo.htm.
Starting at $17.35 Per Hour (GS 4)
