2014 Summer Employment
Salmon-Challis National Forest
Range Technicians
The Salmon Challis National Forest in Salmon, Challis, Mackay, & Leadore, ID is
seeking highly-motivated individuals to join our seasonal range monitoring team!
Position Description:
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Assist Rangeland Management Specialists/Wildlife Biologist with:
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Riparian and upland monitoring
Plant identification in upland and riparian habitats
Daily allotment inspections for range condition and livestock
location
Data collection, analysis and reporting
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Daily use of horses, 4WD vehicles and hiking in remote areas
Navigation with maps and GPS
Interaction with ranchers, special interest groups and
wildlife agencies
Monitoring interactions between livestock grazing and endangered/sensitive
species (bighorn sheep, steelhead, salmon, sage grouse, etc.)
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A basic understanding of rangeland ecology and livestock
management.
Ability to spend 10-hour days traveling by horse, foot or
truck/ATV in steep terrain and all weather conditions.
Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel and data dictionaries
Ability to work well with others or independently.
Personal initiative to work safely and efficiently.
A great attitude and a good sense of humor!
Details:
Season: May/June through September/October (dates are flexible).
Work Schedule: Typically consists of 4 ten-hour days or 5 eight-hour days, Monday through Saturday.
Pay & GS Level: Pay is based on GS level. GS level is based on experience and/or education
(GS3: $12.07/hour GS4: $13.55/hour or GS-5: $15.15/hour)
Housing: Limited government housing may be available in all locations on a first-come, first-served
basis. Government housing is approximately $250/month. Local rentals average $450/month.
For information, please contact:
Location
Contact
Mackay, ID
Thad Berrett wtberrett@fs.fed.us 208-588-3418
Challis, ID
Jessica French jmfrench@fs.fed.us 208-879-4130
Leadore, ID Ingrid Drieling idrieling@fs.fed.us 208- 768-2516
Salmon, ID Lucinda Haggas lhaggas@fs.fed.us 208-756-5212