Desert Tortoise Monitoring Program (Multiple Positions) Job at The Great Basin Institute, Las Vegas, NV

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  • The Great Basin Institute
  • Las Vegas, NV

Job Description

The Mojave desert tortoise (Gopherus agassizii) is federally listed as a threatened species north and west of the Colorado River under the Endangered Species Act. The Great Basin Institute partners with the US Fish and Wildlife Service and Clark County Desert Conservation Program to conduct line distance sampling and radio telemetry as part of long-term research and monitoring projects.

The Technical Support Specialist supports the Desert Tortoise Monitoring Program through data management, pre-season preparation, GIS logistics coordination, and training of field crews.

Field Crew Supervisors will be required to demonstrate proficiency in backcountry wilderness field skills including but not limited to 4WD vehicle operation, field safety and emergency response protocols, proficient use of GPS and electronic data collection technologies, as well as navigation using topographic maps and compasses. In addition, Field Crew Supervisors will be field tested on their ability to follow monitoring protocols thoroughly and precisely.

AmeriCorps field technicians will be required to demonstrate proficiency in backcountry wilderness field skills, including but not limited to 4WD vehicle operation, use of GPS and topographic maps, and electronic data collection technology. In addition, survey monitors will be field tested on their knowledge of and ability to follow monitoring protocols thoroughly and precisely.

AmeriCorps telemetry technicians will be required to demonstrate proficiency in telemetry and tracking as well as backcountry wilderness field skills, including but not limited to 4WD vehicle operation, and use of GPS, topographic maps, and electronic data collection technology. In addition, telemetry monitors will be field tested on their knowledge of and ability to follow monitoring protocols thoroughly and precisely. Telemetry technicians will have the sole responsibility of gathering daily location data on focal desert tortoises that serve as controls for the project.
Employment Type: Temporary
Salary: $ 19.00 23.00 Per Hour

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