Job Opportunities at GRS

Position Duration: May-August, 2008 (Redwood National Park) or
July-October, 2008 (Lassen Volcanic National Park).

Position Classification: Seasonal full-time.

Functional Responsibility: Assists in the collection of field (training) data. Implements and monitors data collection methods in support of remote sensing/image processing data collection needs. Participates in field data collection activities for the development of ground truth. Knowledgable about GIS, GPS, and field data collection techniques. Operates hand-held data collection and GPS devices. Assists in plant identification efforts within the specific project area.

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in Forestry, Botany, Plant Ecology, or related field desired or in progress, or AA degree required.

Minimum Experience: Educational background or equivalent experience in Forestry, Botany, Plant Ecology, or a related field. At least 1-3 years of experience in plant identification and field data collection techniques. Knowledge of "local" plant species required. Applicants must be able to meet the demands of a busy workload of field data collection activities and be capable of backpacking, camping, and cross-country hiking as necessary to sample field sites and carry supplies; must work well in a team environment and be willing to go on an adventure; must be able to qualify for GRS auto insurance coverage; and must be tolerant of inclement weather, poison oak, bee stings, insect bites, and other potential unfortunate natural incidents that may occur in the field.