Job Description
The Fremont-Winema National Forest is recruiting 6 AmeriCorps Members, beginning June through September 2024 (12 weeks) – 6 AmeriCorps Members between the Silver Lake Ranger District and Chiloquin Ranger District. The incumbents will be paired with another intern and coordinate with Botany staff to survey, document, map, and treat noxious weed infestations in areas burned in 2021 fire season. This position will typically work four ten-hour days per week (Monday through Thurs).
Member Duties : Members will map and document any new invasive plant populations located and record the spread of any pre-existing populations. Surveys will also identify any unique vulnerable habitats and assess how plant communities are recovering from disturbance. The member will collect data using tablets, GIS applications and paper survey forms. Treatment will be completed by members on small to medium populations as time allows. Treatment methods will include manual removal as well as application of herbicide dependent on individual qualifications (training may be available). The member’s time will be spent inventorying, documenting, and mapping noxious weeds (60%) – Treating noxious weeds (40%).
Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Housing , Stipend .
Terms :
Uniforms provided and required .
Uniforms provided and required .
Service Areas :
Environment .
Environment .
Skills :
Environment , Conflict Resolution , General Skills , Communications , Education , Team Work .
Environment , Conflict Resolution , General Skills , Communications , Education , Team Work .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
Northwest Youth Corps - Bio Technician (weeds)
Program Start/End Date
06/01/2024 - 09/30/2024
Work Schedule
Part Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 19 Maximum: 26
Program Locations
OREGON
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From 04/01/2024 To 06/01/2024
To apply :
Phone 2088050325
E-mail [email protected]
Website https://nwyouthcorps.workbrightats.com
Contact
Lev Kellendy
2621 Augusta St
Eugene OR 97403
2088050325
nwyouthcorps.workbrightats.com
Listing ID
122484