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Working TitleRestoration Technician - Beale Air Force Base, CA

Position LocationBeale Air Force Base, California

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionYes

Posting Number202400963AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleTechnical/Support II

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$55,000 - $65,000

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on06/17/2024

Description of Work Unit

CEMML is a research, education and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University ( CSU ). CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions that sustain our resources for future generations.

To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visithttp://www.cemml.colostate.edu/.

Position Summary

A Restoration Technician position is available at Beale Air Force Base ( AFB ), California with Colorado State University ( CSU ) and the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands ( CEMML ). The position will provide field and technical assistances to the Beale AFB natural resource program including preparing, planting, and maintaining restoration sites, maintaining greenhouse operations, and helping manage invasive species. In addition, the position will support other natural resource program support activities including data collection, wildlife surveys, construction monitoring, and helping with the implementation of a variety of projects identified in the Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan ( INRMP ) for the installation.

Beale AFB is an approximately 23,000-acre installation located in Yuba County, California. The base is located east of Marysville and Yuba City, about 40 miles north of Sacramento in the rolling hills of northern California.

Required Job Qualifications

• B.S. degree in wildlife biology, natural resource management, conservation biology, or closely related field

• Experience with surveying and monitoring impacts of construction activities on land and wildlife resources

• Experience in land rehabilitation/vegetation restoration

• Knowledge of flora and fauna of Northern California

• Experience with ArcGIS, including map creation

• Ability to walk long distances on varying terrain in extreme weather conditions

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds repeatedly without assistance.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.

• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Experience working on military lands

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision

• Knowledge of and experience with Integrated Natural Resource Management Plans

• Ability to operate and maintain 4-wheel-drive vehicles, ATVs, and power equipment

• Experience with environmental education of the general public

• Thorough knowledge of state, federal and safety laws regarding construction and endangered species

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryBiological and Natural Resources Support

Duty/Responsibility

Support Beale AFB in biological and natural resources by:

• Plan and implement riparian restoration projects; perform monitoring and maintenance of riparian planting sites and other vegetation planting sites throughout the base

• Enhance habitat, especially breeding, nesting, and brooding conditions, at base impoundments and creeks for waterfowl, game birds, and other species where it does not conflict with Bird/Wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard ( BASH ) concerns

• Install, replace, maintain, and monitor fish and wildlife enhancement/habitat structures (e.g., wood duck boxes, quail roosts, dove nesting cones, fish ladder, raptor perches, bat boxes, artificial owl burrows/boxes and kestrel boxes)

• Aid in site visits, meetings, reviews, coordination, and inspections of Base Civil Engineering Work Clearance Request (AF Form 103) processes

• Coordinate daily activities and reports with the Natural Resource manager and other CEMML staff

• Assist other biologists with wildlife surveys

• Collect field data, contribute to reports

• Review literature

Percentage Of Time50

Job Duty CategoryEnvironmental Survey and Monitoring

Duty/Responsibility

Support the natural resource compliance of construction areas at Beale AFB . Duties will consist of:

• Tracking and reporting construction activities

• Quality assurance

• Documentation of compliance/non-compliance with resource protection measures

• Writing and filing reports

• Photo documenting site conditions

• Coordinating with military personnel and other relevant parties

• Design and conduct site-specific species surveys in support of proposed activities

Percentage Of Time30

Job Duty CategoryGIS Support and Map Production

Duty/Responsibility

• Perform and provide ArcGIS/ArcPro support

• Write and edit metadata

• Develop layers and provide quality control

• Perform annual maintenance on GIS files, ensuring consistent file organization and naming conventions

• As new natural resources data are available, update existing layers

Percentage Of Time10

Job Duty CategoryEnvironmental Education and Outreach

Duty/Responsibility

• Perform annual environmental awareness training to users of off-road vehicles (e.g., Security Forces)

• Draft articles for publishing through the base public affairs office, and create educational fliers at outreach events to educate the public

• Develop and implement a water conservation education program to minimize the use of water in land management activities, especially irrigation of landscaped areas

Percentage Of Time10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than June 17,, 2024, for full consideration at (link). Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.

Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of:

• Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the ‘Cover Letter’ slot.

• Resume

• Transcripts (for each degree earned that is listed under qualifications) uploaded in the ‘Official Transcripts’ or ‘Unofficial Transcripts’ slot.

• Degree Conferral (copy of diploma if transcripts do not include confirmation that degree was awarded) uploaded in the ‘Other’ slot.

• References – please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references including at least one supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

  CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Special Requirements/Other - Must be able to comply with all applicable regulations to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC). Furthermore, candidates are required at a minimum to complete a NACI/SF85 and successfully pass a federal background check to remain eligible for employment.

Search ContactAbigail Corbin (Abigail.Corbin@colostate.edu)

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Official Transcripts

• Other