ACE EPIC: USFWS One Invasive Species Treatment Fellow - American Conservation Experience - EPIC & CORPS - Tulelake, CA
American Conservation Experience - EPIC & CORPS - Tulelake, CA 96134
Internship
Summary: American Conservation Experience, a nationwide Non-Profit Conservation Corps based in Flagstaff, AZ and Salt Lake City, UT, in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, is seeking One Invasive Species Treatment Fellow to dedicate up to one year in support of the Klamath Basin National Wildlife Refuge Complex. Tulelake and Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuges (NWRs) are critically important refuges for migratory and breeding waterbirds utilizing the Pacific Flyway. Peak waterfowl populations have historically been as high as 1 million ducks, and these locations have long been premiere destinations for bird watchers and hunters alike. The Klamath Basin provides a variety of outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, birdwatching, canoeing, and hiking. The refuge contains numerous Wildlife Refuge and National Parks, including: Klamath Marsh NWR, Lava Beds National Park, and Crater Lake National Park. Start Date: May 29, 2018 Duration/Hours per Week: This position may last up to 1 year from start date, with a refuge option to renew. 40 hours per week. Location: Klamath Basin NWR Complex, Tulelake, CA Compensation: The ACE intern will receive a living allowance of $600 week for food and incidental expenses, paid bi-weekly. Housing provided: Refuge housing is available Project Partner Website: For more information regarding the Klamath Basin National Wildlife Refuge Complex, please visit their website: https://www.fws.gov/refuge/lower_klamath/ Duties: The invasive Species Management technician will survey and treat invasive species at Lower Klamath and Tulelake NWRs. Within the last 20 years invasive species, specifically, perennial pepperweed, poison hemlock, purple loosestrife, and Canada thistle have become abundant throughout the refuges. Poison hemlock, perennial pepperweed, and purple loosestrife effect reduce breeding waterbird abundance and may increase predation, whereas Canada thistle affects wetland seed and agricultural grain productions. Technicians will coordinate with conservation partners from multiple agencies to treat and map priority invasive species on the refuges. Treatment methods will include pesticide use, mowing, and hand-pulling. Technicians will receive safety training for using pesticides and will also receive UTV/ATV training. The completed work is expected to complement an envisioned multi-agency invasive species strategy whose scope encompasses areas within, and surrounding, both refuges. Technicians will be expected to represent the refuge's mission when interacting with the public and members of different agencies throughout the course of the project, and will work directly with representatives of the Bureau of Reclamation, the Siskiyou County Agricultural Extension Office, refuge staff, and Invasive Species contractors. A portion of time may be spent surveying invasive species plant communities. Technicians will also assistant on biological surveying, water management, or other miscellaneous refuge activities. Specific duties include: Required: Preferred: To Apply: Please submit a thoughtful resume and cover letter along with three professional references using the APPLY NOW section located on the upper right hand corner of the position listing on the ACE website: usaconservation.org NOTE: Early consideration will be given as applications are received. This posting may close at any time. If you have any questions regarding this position, please feel free to contact ACE Recruitment Supervisor, Melissa Early mearly@usaconservation.org , or 801.573.8984
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