Total 302 science rd research job vacancies in Death Valley, California

Multiple positions will be filled at multiple locations. Pay rates and amount of travel required will vary based on duty location. See Requirements section for details.

• Craters Of The Moon National Monument & Preserve : Arco, ID - Two GS-5 positions. Overtime may be required. Government housing may be available. Travel, including backpacking and camping for up to 12 days maybe required.
• Crater Lake National Park : Crater Lake, OR -One GS-6 position, Six GS-5 positions. Government housing may be available.
• Golden Gate National Recreation Area : San Francisco, CA - One GS-6 position. Government housing is available.
• Lassen Volcanic National Park : Mineral, CA - Three GS-5 positions. Government housing may be available.
• Point Reyes National Seashore : Point Reyes Station, CA - One GS-6 position. Evening and shift-work may be required. Government housing may be available.
• Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks: Sequoia National Park, CA - Three GS-5 positions. Overtime may be required. Evening and weekend work may be required. Government housing is available. Travel, including backpacking and camping in rough terrain maybe required.

• Assists in conducting wildlife censuses and surveys and assembles basic on wildlife populations such as sex, habitat use, age structure, seasonal movement and harvest characteristics.
• Collects data on condition of forage, range or streams, and makes preliminary determinations on the nature of the cause of problems noted, such as drought, over-populations, toxins.
• Assists in the development of plans and guidelines on such issues as seasons of recreational use or hunting limits by collecting and compiling the specified data.
• Uses standard statistical methods and procedures in interpreting the field data gathered and applies these findings in preparing reports and correspondence relating to field activities.

• Leads in conducting wildlife censuses and surveys and assembles basic on wildlife populations such as sex, habitat use, age structure, seasonal movement and harvest characteristics.
• Collects data on condition of forage, range or streams, and makes preliminary determinations on the nature of the cause of problems noted, such as drought, over-populations, toxins.
• Assists in the development of plans and guidelines on such issues as seasons of recreational use or hunting limits by collecting and compiling the specified data.
• Uses standard statistical methods and procedures in interpreting the field data gathered and applies these findings in preparing reports and correspondence relating to field activities.

• Collects biological and vegetation specimens and samples. Is responsible for the accumulation, coding, transcription, and processing of information; edits and corrects records; and provides quality control of automatic data processing entries.
• Tabulates results and prepares graphs and charts according to instructions. Assists in the design of new plant projects.
• Lays out experimental plots by taking measurements and marking corners and boundaries.
• Uses botanical key to identify plants encountered during field trips or surveys of forest areas.
• Compiles and summarizes the vegetation types obtained from aerial and ground surveys including forest health monitoring, biological evaluations, and pilot tests conducted as part of the project.
• Participates and conducts a variety of field studies of native and non-native botanical species and their habitats. Collects data for use in habitat and species condition analyses.
• Collects survey/inventory data to determine species identity, population characteristics, environmental conditions, and factors affecting the vigor/extent of the species and their habitat. Keeps records of all data and produces maps of survey areas.
• Lays out monitoring plots by taking measurements and marking corners and boundaries.
• Compiles and summarizes the data obtained from surveys, inventories, biological evaluations, and monitoring. Uses computer systems and associated software for recording, organizing, storing, and analyzing data.
• Performs native plant, pollinators, and phenology surveys.
• Carries out pollinator habitat enhancement, tends restoration gardens and other ecological restoration duties such as planting, seed collection and cleaning, weeding, irrigation of past plantings, or native plant nursery work.
• Performs the full range of standard technical assignments consisting of a variety of tasks involving invasive non-native plant treatment, management, inventory, and monitoring.
• Assignments involve the performance of a series of basic related technical tasks, which must be completed according to a predetermined and established routine.
• May also perform a variety of nonstandard tasks related to invasive non-native plant treatment, management, inventory, and monitoring.
• Identifies invasive non-native plants using various field guides or botanical keys, surveys for target plants, collects and assesses data on infestation location and status, and treats invasive plant infestations.
• Treatments primarily involve using herbicides, but may also be accomplished by hand-pulling, or using hand tools, power tools, mowers, and other standard control methods.
• Collects and records data related to infestation location and status. Responsible for ensuring that data related to invasive non-native plant treatments is recorded accurately and legibly, and according to specific protocols.
• Performs highly physical labor and daily hiking often to remote locations in rugged terrain under possible adverse weather conditions.
• Uses global positioning systems, aerial photographs, topographic maps, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or compass in navigation. A portion of time may be dedicated to data entry and other duties in a laboratory or office setting.
• Applies herbicides using backpack sprayers or other equipment on a regular basis according to specific guidelines. Performs basic mathematical calculations related to herbicide mixing and applications.

• The work performed is traditional hands-on wildlife work.
• The incumbent performs any of the assignments listed below related to all types of wildlife, including small mammals, birds, carnivores, megafauna, fish, reptiles, amphibians, etc.
• Individually, or as a crewmember, performs complex tasks in carrying out recurring wildlife-related projects, such as assisting in developing sampling methods or collecting field data.
• May collect field data on wildlife and vegetation for use by others in developing a variety of maps, management plans, and environmental analysis reports.
• Performs a variety of recurring duties in the assigned area. Schedules, organizes, and executes field wildlife projects for detecting identifying and evaluating habitat management.
• Using prescribed procedures, the technician resolves regular and recurring problems concerning wildlife project plans for habitat management.
• Collects, complies, and summarizes the data that is obtained on wildlife habitat and vegetation for preparation of wildlife species, range allotment, deer herd, and other maps and management plans.
• Compiles and summarizes the data obtained from aerial and ground surveys to determine vegetation types; conducts routine analyses.
• Provides the biological and vegetation data from records and fieldwork to professional personnel after checking it.
• Developing explanations for unusually high or low figures or figures that seem inconsistent to determine past wildlife and livestock use.
• Collects data for big game, upland game, raptors, small mammals, and threatened and endangered species.
• Subsequently, assists with development of reports after higher graded employees have refined and verified the data and analyzed the results.
• Ensures that a sufficient supply of reagents, standards and controls are available at all times by ordering an adequate supply from commercial sources or preparing a variety of specialized solutions or reagents.
• Using established procedures, calibrates, controls, and maintains a variety of instrumentation, laboratory, and field equipment.
• When calibration falls outside acceptable limits, incumbent uses independent judgment in adjusting either the procedure or the mechanical device used in the determination to bring the procedures into good quality control.
• Keeps accurate records and reports on the full range of research activities. Collects and performs a preliminary analysis of biological and physical data, including the inventory of habitat conditions and the needs and population of wildlife.
• Tabulates and orders acquired field data prior to computer analysis. Computes and summarizes data and prepares charts, graphs, and figures for data analysis and public presentation.
• Works with project collaborators and stakeholders in order to ensure cooperation, research integrity, and the achievement of agency objectives.

Multiple positions will be filled at multiple locations. Pay rates, start dates and amount of travel required will vary based on duty location.

• Channel Islands NP: Ventura, CA (GS-05 Only) Not a telework eligible position, You may be expected to travel for this position up to 14 nights per month, Drivers License required.
• Craters of the Moon NM & P: Arco, ID (GS-05 Only) Not a telework eligible position, Government housing MAY be available. You may be expected to travel for this position up to 12 nights per month, Drivers License required.
• Lassen Volcanic NP: Mineral, CA (GS-05 Only) Telework eligible position with Supervisors approval, Government housing MAY be available, Drivers License is required.
• Lewis and Clark NHP: Astoria, OR (GS-05 Only) Telework eligible with supervisors approval, Drivers License required.
• Point Reyes NS: Point Reyes Station, CA (GS-05 Only) Telework eligible position with supervisors approval, Government housing MAY be available, Regular Drivers License required.
• Redwood NP: Crescent City and Orick, CA (GS-05 Only) Not a telework eligible position, Government housing MAY be available, Drivers License required.
• Whiskeytown NRA: Whiskeytown, CA Telework eligible with supervisors approval, Government housing MAY be available, Drivers License required.
• Lava Beds NP : Tulelake, CA (GS-5 only) Not a telework eligible position, Government housing MAY be available, Drivers License is required.
• Sequoia and Kings NP : Sequoia and Kings, CA Telework eligible position with supervisors approval, You may be expected to travel for this position up to 15 nights/month, Regular Drivers License required.
• Great Basin NP: Baker, NV (GS-05 only) Not a Telework eligible position, Government housing MAY be available, Drivers License is required.
• Crater Lake NP : Crater Lake, OR (GS-5 Only) Not a Telework eligible position, Government housing MAY be available, Drivers License is required.
• Mount Rainier NP : Longmire, Ashford and Packwood, WA Not a Telework eligible position, Government housing MAY be available, You may be expected to travel for this position up to 7 nights per month, Drivers License may be required.
• North Cascades NP: Marblemount, WA (GS-5 only) Government housing may be available, You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 22 nights per month, Drivers license may be required.
• Olympic NP: Port Angeles WA (GS-05 Only) Not a telework eligible position, You may be expected to travel for this position up to 1 nights/month, Drivers license MAY be required.
• Upper Columbia Basin I&M Network: Bend, OR (GS-5 only) Not a telework eligible position, You may be expected to travel for this position up to 12 nights per month, Drivers License required.
• Yosemite NP: Yosemite, CA Telework eligible position with supervisors approval, You may be expected to travel for this position up to 16 nights/month, Drivers license MAY be required.

• Make field observations of natural resource conditions. Record all data collected and ensure adequate quality control. Perform routine and recurring testing of collected samples.
• Conduct routine resource monitoring programs for evaluating rare, threatened and endangered plant species, vegetation communities, population dynamics, ecosystem relationships, and public health/safety issues.
• Carry out a variety of field activities such as the plant surveys, control of non-native and invasive plant or insect species, and enhancement of native plant populations.
• Utilize a variety of computer programs to compile, reduce, store, retrieve, and report data and other resource management information.
• Utilize databases to enter and organize collected field data and uses standard statistical methods in the preparation of draft reports.
• Conduct invasives removal efforts using a variety of removal methods, including manual removal, mechanical removal using potentially chainsaws, and herbicide.
• Conduct revegetation including installation of container plants, salvaged plants, and divisions, as well as collection and sowing of seeds.
• Perform data collection, data entry, and spatial mapping and analysis using GIS (ArcGIS) and Global Positioning System (GPS) devices, including use of Trimble and mobile units running GIS software programs such as Field Maps.

• The work performed is traditional hands-on wildlife work.
• The incumbent performs any of the assignments listed below related to all types of wildlife, including small mammals, birds, carnivores, megafauna, fish, reptiles, amphibians, etc.
• Frequently, there is an integrated approach to address resource management issues, where the incumbent works as a member of a team to collaboratively achieve mutual goals and objectives.
• Individually, or as part of a team, performs established wildlife-related assignments.
• Assignments involve constructing or completing habitat project work such as: watershed development, fencing, or clearing areas to establish food that is more desirable or cover habitat.
• For example, assesses habitat environments, requirements, and inhabitants of wildlife; collects and accumulates data through a variety of techniques; examines information, and develops reports of results with suitable recommendations.
• Collects facts for development of wildlife management plans and coordination of wildlife needs for environmental analysis reports.
• Incumbent supports avian community studies. Conducts field surveys of birds requiring specialized experience identifying birds by sight or sound. Performs assignments which involve sampling forest vegetation using dbh tape and clinometer.
• Collects data following a prescribed protocol. Identifies multiple species by sight or sound. May assist in capture and banding birds. Navigates on public and private road systems without direct supervision.
• Locates off-road study sites using compass, topographic maps and/or GPS unit. Records field data in a legible manner. Enters field data onto a computer database. May assist in proofing and editing data forms and databases.
• Maintains field equipment and vehicles in good working condition. As required, camps at remote locations on National Forest land.
• Performs complicated test following standard procedures for the full range of support work in the wildlife management program.
• Assignments involve collecting and analyzing; developing reports on the characteristics and quality of the samples of the field test; and developing accurate records and making presentation of findings.

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. These 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 detailed area information visit: https://www.nps.gov/seki/getinvolved/workwithus.htm.

GS-04 level:

• 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.
• occasionally assists with research projects.

• interacts with the public regarding sensitive amphibian, reptile, or fisheries management issues;
• discusses scientific information with peers and public;
• trains other technicians, interns, volunteers, and field observers.

Multiple positions will be filled at multiple locations. Pay rates, start dates and amount of travel required will vary based on duty location. These seasonal positions cover plant-related work in three different fields:
Klamath Inventory and Monitoring Network: Ashland, OR (GS-06,7 only) NOT a telework eligible position, You may be expected to travel for this position up to 16 nights/month, Regular Drivers License required.
Sequoia and Kings Canyon NP : Sequoia and Kings Canyon, CA Telework eligible position with supervisors approval, You may be expected to travel for this position up to 15 nights/month, Regular Drivers License required.
Mount Rainier NP : Longmire, Ashford and Packwood, WA (GS-06,7 only) Telework eligible position with supervisors approval, You may be expected to travel for this position up to 22 nights/month, Drivers License may be required.
North Cascades NP: Marblemount, WA Government housing may be available, You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 22 nights per month, Drivers license, may be required.
Olympic NP: Port Angeles WA (GS-07 Only) Not a telework eligible position, You may be expected to travel for this position up to 3 nights/month, Drivers license MAY be required.
Yosemite NP: Yosemite, CA Telework eligible position with supervisors approval, You may be expected to travel for this position up to 16 nights/month, Drivers license MAY be required.

• Lead Field crews to implement vegetation and ecological restoration project work.
• Make field observations of natural resource conditions. Record all data collected and ensure adequate quality control. Perform routine and recurring testing of collected samples.
• Utilize a variety of computer programs to compile, reduce, store, retrieve, and report data and other resource management information.
• Conduct routine resource monitoring programs for evaluating rare, threatened and endangered plant species, vegetation communities, population dynamics, ecosystem relationships, and public health/safety issues. Carry out a variety of field activities such as the plant surveys, control of non-native and invasive plant or insect species, revegetation, and enhancement of native plant populations.
• Utilize databases to enter and organize collected field data and uses standard statistical methods in the preparation of draft reports.
• Assist in preparing reports, plans, and guidelines. Maintain and organize computer databases.
• Install, operate, and maintain resource management equipment. Perform equipment inventories, evaluate quality assurance compliance, order and calibrate parts and equipment/supplies.
• Provide training to others involved in resource management projects and field research.

• Assist staff in planning field research and resource monitoring programs. Schedule, coordinate and carry out a variety of field activities.
• Develop and using databases to enter, organize and perform preliminary analysis of collected field data using standard statistical methods.
• Provide work direction and guidance to lower graded technicians, volunteers, or YCC enrollees.
• Assist in preparing draft news releases and provide information to individuals, local organizations and schools.

• Coordinate the implementation of scientifically credible ecological restoration or vegetation projects
• Collect, maintain, summarize, and report on natural resource data in order to ensure highly credible data acquisition and reporting
• Provides advice, assistance, training to field crews, students, student conservation assistants, and volunteers involved in resource management projects and field research.
• Assist staff in planning field research and resource monitoring programs. Schedule, coordinate and carry out a variety of field activities.

Duty Locations:
Klamath Inventory and Monitoring Network: Ashland, OR (GS-5 only) No government housing available, You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 15 nights per month, Regular Drivers License required.
Sequoia and Kings Canyon NP: Sequoia and Kings Canyon, CA Government housing may be available, You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 15 nights per month, Regular Drivers License required.
Mount Rainier NP: Longmire, Ashford and Packwood, WA (GS-05 only) Government housing may be available, You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 22 nights per month, Drivers License may be required.
North Cascades NP: Marblemount, WA (GS-5 only) Government housing may be available, You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 22 nights per month, Drivers license, may be required.
Olympic NP: Port Angeles WA (GS-05 Only) Government housing may be available, You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 4 nights per month, Regular Drivers License required.
Yosemite NP: Yosemite, CA Government housing may be available, You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 15 nights per month, Drivers License may be required.

At the GS-04 level: You serve as a crew member on invasive plant control and ecological restoration projects in the front country or wilderness areas. Duties include:

• Assisting in the implementation and monitoring of restoration, re-vegetation, and long-term monitoring projects for front country and wilderness restoration programs.
• Identifying vascular plants to species level using dichotomous keys.
• Assisting with leading volunteers.
• Assisting with photo documentation of projects.
• Using a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Office software.
• Assisting in presenting educational programs to staff, volunteers and the public.
• Plant and tend native plants. Includes watering plants and collecting and distributing mulch.
• Collect and distribute native plant seed.

• Assisting in the implementation and monitoring of restoration, re-vegetation, and long-term monitoring projects for front country and wilderness restoration programs.
• Using GPS to map vegetation and other features.
• Identifying vascular plants to species level using dichotomous keys.
• Leading volunteers.
• Photo documentation of projects.
• Using a variety of computer programs including Geographic Information System (GIS) software to compile, and report data and other resource management information.
• Compiling and presenting educational programs to staff, volunteers and the public.
• Plant and tend native plants. Includes watering plants and collecting and distributing mulch.
• Collect and distribute native plant seed.

Multiple positions will be filled at multiple locations. Pay rates, start dates and amount of travel required will vary based on duty location.

• Crater Lake NP : Crater Lake, Oregon (GS-06,07 only) Not a Telework eligible position, Government housing MAY be available, Drivers License is required.
• Great Basin NP: Baker, NV (GS-6 only) Not a Telework eligible position, Government housing MAY be available, Drivers License is required.
• Lava Beds NM: Tulelake, Ca (GS-7 only) Not a telework eligible position, Government housing MAY be available, Drivers License is required.
• Lassen Volcanic NP: Mineral, CA Telework eligible position with Supervisors approval, Government housing MAY be available, Drivers License is required.
• Mount Rainier NP: Longmire, Ashford, Packwood, WA Not a telework eligible position, Government housing MAY be available, You may be expected to travel for this position up to 7 nights/month, Drivers License may be required.
• North Cascades NP: Marblemount, WA (GS-06,07 only) Government housing may be available, You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 22 nights per month, Drivers license may be required.
• Olympic NP: Port Angeles WA (GS-06,7 Only) Not a telework eligible position, You may be expected to travel for this position up to 1 nights/month, Drivers license MAY be required.
• Point Reyes NS: Point Reyes, Ca (GS-6 only) Telework eligible position with supervisors approval, Government housing MAY be available, Regular Drivers License required.
• Sequoia NP, CA Telework eligible position with supervisors approval, You may be expected to travel for this position up to 15 nights/month, Regular Drivers License required.
• Kings Canyon NP, CA Telework eligible position with supervisors approval, You may be expected to travel for this position up to 15 nights/month, Regular Drivers License required.
• Whiskeytown NRA: Whiskeytown, CA (GS-6 only) Telework eligible with supervisors approval, Government housing MAY be available, Drivers License required.
• Yosemite NP: Yosemite, Ca (GS-6,7,8) Telework eligible position with supervisors approval, You may be expected to travel for this position up to 16 nights/month, Drivers license MAY be required.

Important duties at the GS-06 level, include:

• Lead field crews to implement vegetation and ecological restoration project work.
• Controlling invasive exotic plants using a variety of herbicides as well as manual-mechanical methods.
• Assisting in the implementation and monitoring of restoration, re-vegetation, and long-term monitoring projects for front country and wilderness restoration programs.
• Using GPS to map vegetation and other features.
• Identifying vascular plants to species level using dichotomous keys.
• Leading volunteers.
• Photo documentation of projects.
• Using a variety of computer programs including Geographic Information System (GIS) software to compile, and report data and other resource management information.
• Compiling and presenting educational programs to staff, volunteers and the public.
• Assist in preparing reports, plans, and guidelines. Maintain and organize computer databases.
• Install, operate, and maintain resource management equipment. Perform equipment inventories, evaluate quality assurance compliance, order and calibrate parts and equipment/supplies.
• Provide training to others involved in resource management projects and field research.

• Assist staff in planning field research and resource monitoring programs. Schedule, coordinate and carry out a variety of field activities.
• Develop and using databases to enter, organize and perform preliminary analysis of collected field data using standard statistical methods.
• Provide work direction and guidance to lower graded technicians, volunteers, or YCC enrollees.
• Assist in preparing draft news releases and provide information to individuals, local organizations and schools.

• Coordinate the implementation of scientifically credible ecological restoration or vegetation projects
• Collect, maintain, summarize, and report on natural resource data in order to ensure highly credible data acquisition and reporting
• Provides advice, assistance, training to field crews, students, student conservation assistants, and volunteers involved in resource management projects and field research.
• Assist staff in planning field research and resource monitoring programs. Schedule, coordinate and carry out a variety of field activities.

• You will provide training and supervision to students at NDACS (Navy Drug and Alcohol Counselor School) and assist in the development, evaluation, and revision of the NDACS curriculum.
• You will manage the Clinical Preceptorship Program (CPP) contract.
• You will train select personnel as drug and alcohol counselor interns.
• You will serve as the Board Administrator of the U.S. Navy Certification Board (USBCB).
• You will liaison with the Contracting Officer and the principal contractor.
• You will maintain the certification database for all SARP Counselors including command, location, and certification dates.

ACORN is a leading marketing and research consultancy specialising in strategic brand development, modelling and other problem solving research. We have wholly owned offices in eleven Asian countries from where we manage research in over thirty countries around the world.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals who enjoy thinking and managing projects independently. Applicants must be numerate as well as articulate; people who can conceptualize, express and present ideas in a clear, credible manner. The responsibilities of the job include, client servicing, designing and managing research projects, data analysis, preparation of charts and reports and presenting of findings to clients.

Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business Studies / Administration / Management / Analytics, Social Science / Sociology, Data Science / Analytics or in any other analytical discipline
• Detail-oriented and meticulous
• Strong organization skills and time management skills
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint is a prerequisite
• Familiarity with data collection or statistical and analytical platforms / software such as SPSS / Qualtrics / Tableau / etc
• Working knowledge of big data analytics, data mining, data science would be an advantage
• Candidates with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in marketing / market research / analytical roles would be considered for senior roles

Interested candidates who have good understanding of the rigors of Marketing Research as a profession please send a covering letter with a full CV and expected salary to jobs@acorn.com.sg

• You will serve as a Physical Science Technician in the Radiological Monitoring Division, RADCON Office of Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.
• You will take charge of response to radiation related emergencies and incidents.
• You will calculate actual or anticipated consequences of occurrences and worst possible consequences.
• You will ensure adherence to radiological control requirements for assignments which involve numerous processes in several high-skill level trades.
• You will investigate deficiencies or accidents and determine causes and ways to prevent recurrence.

• You will serve as a Physical Science Technician in the Radiological Monitoring Division, RADCON Office of Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.
• You will monitor and control several phases of refueling and primary systems components replacement.
• You will observe nuclear propulsion plant work processes, control radioactive material, and control radiation exposure and radioactive contamination.
• You will ensure appropriate corrective mitigating action is taken in the event of a radiological control casualty situation.
• You will determine causes of deficiencies or accidents and recommend ways to prevent them.

• Independently, or as part of a team, participates in procedural fisheries and/or wildlife related assignments where methods and techniques are well established.
• Makes browse surveys; takes and records measurements such as identifying species, etc.; identifies and measures species and conditions; delineates wildlife or fisheries habitat types on topographic maps; and, identifies habitat condition.
• Maintains records of investigations and trail data as requested by the team leader or supervisor.
• The supervisor or team leader makes sure assigned are completed; and information is developed.
• The supervisor or team leader makes sure the methods used in securing and verifying data are acceptable; and that use of guidelines are technically-accurate and in accordance with agency guidelines.
• Under supervision, prepares data summaries in proper format. Summarizes data obtained from field collections using prescribed statistical procedures.
• Assists in the attainment of field data by calculating and recording relevant biological information irregular to the specific assignment.
• Formulates and orders data as directed and prepares data for computer use. Assists in the collection, handling, and preservation of specimens.
• Makes fish counts, and traps fry and fingerlings using such methods as baited minnow traps.
• Identifies and measures species, recording numbers, lengths, weights etc.
• takes scale samples, notes environmental factors prejudicial to fish habitat such as log jams and silting, and recommends corrective action; and independently determines count sites on assigned streams.
• Performs wildlife and/or fisheries habitat improvement projects such as maintenance of wildlife openings and trails.
• Inventories of nesting structures; construction and installation of woody structures for streams, rivers, and lakes.
• Planting of areas for establishment of more desirable food or cover; installation and maintenance of nesting boxes; establishment of food plots, etc.
• Conducts surveys of game and non-game wildlife species and plant species; counts, sorts, identifies species, and performs measurements.
• Records data manually and electronically using a Global Positioning System unit and computer.
• Summarizes data obtained from field collections and, under supervision, prepares data summaries in proper format. Manages data and prepares reports.
• Conducts routine procedural tests using well-established work methods and techniques. Summarizes data obtained from field collections using prescribed statistical procedures.
• Under supervision, prepares data summaries in proper format. Assists higher-graded technicians with the operation of more sophisticated equipment or systems.
• Does not interpret the results, but is responsible for noticing obvious deviations so that tests may be repeated or other checks made.

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.

Duties include:

• 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.
• uses 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.
• manages logistics in preparation for summer fieldwork.
• provides orientation, training, and mentoring for summer field crews.
• oversees and conducts summer field operations.
• manipulates aquatic datasets.
• provides logistic and field support to scientific research studies.
• conducts electronic entry, quality assurance/quality control and summary reporting of field data,
• organizes and maintains field equipment and supplies.

• drafts technical reports summarizing scientific projects.
• compiles drafts of Sierra Nevada aquatic wildlife information for data collection spreadsheets, reports, and correspondence.
• evaluates and interprets the significance of scientific findings.
• analyzes biologic, chemical, and physical data as part of a multidisciplinary aquatic ecology program.