Seasonal Monitoring Technician

JOB SUMMARY
The Monitoring Technician (Technician) implements ecological monitoring protocols across Northeast Oregon and Southeast Washington. Specifically, the Technician supports the Northern Blues Monitoring Team by collecting pre- and post-fuels treatment forest stand structure, wildlife habitat, and/or grassland plant community data across public, private and tribal lands. The Technician is part of a multi-person Monitoring Crew and reports to the Monitoring Manager. Crew members will work under the direction of the Monitoring Coordinator, who will be with the crew in the field as needed and will direct all of the crew’s work. Crew members that complete the season will be eligible for a bonus.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
? Maintains effective communications with staff, management, and business partners of all Wallowa Resources companies
? Performs field and office work, both supervised and unsupervised, and maintains and submits project data and records
? Collects detailed, accurate ecological data on forest and grassland conditions
? Supervises no staff, but may help plan and direct work for other staff on specific projects
? Works in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain under physically demanding circumstances, and/or the office for extended periods.
? Requires regular overnight travel every week, often camping or staying at provided housing for 2 – 4 consecutive days; crew members should expect to camp for the majority of the season
? Assists with other tasks as needed 

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Required Qualifications
? Strong attention to detail with an understanding of, or the ability to quickly grasp, how to take and record accurate ecological measurements
? Basic understanding of forest and grassland ecology, and/or ability to learn to identify trees and plants
? Ability/willingness to conduct field work in remote settings and frequently travel for up to 4 consecutive days
? Ability to make sound decisions that consistently demonstrate teamwork and positive day-to-day work relationships and interactions with co-workers, agency partners, members of the public, and community stakeholders
? Experience managing and prioritizing tasks from multiple sources
? A valid Driver’s License, with a minimum of two years driving under that license, and an acceptable driving record according to WR’s auto liability policy requirements. Preferred Qualifications
? First aid and/or Wilderness first aid
? Skill and experience navigating in remote areas, off trail, without cell phone or internet connection
?One year of undergraduate study in in natural resources, forestry, or environmental studies or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience