Botany Technician (BLM, Lee Vining, CA)

Malaysianwildlife; California (MO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental organization is seeking Botany Technicians for a 20-week appointment in Lee Vining, CA. Technicians will survey and monitor sensitive species, engage in outreach, and work in diverse outdoor environments. Responsibilities include data collection and analysis using GIS. Housing is provided, and the role involves collaboration with BLM specialists.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

$25,000 Life & AD&D insurance

Personal leave

Holidays

Access to Pro Deals

Qualifications

• Ability to work in diverse landscapes and outdoor conditions.
• Experience with data collection and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Survey, map, and assess BLM sensitive species.
• Engage in environmental outreach activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Collaboration

Tools

GIS

Mobile devices

Job description

The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with the Bureau of Land Management, is recruiting 6 Botany Technicians to support the Carson City Field Office, located in Carson City/Reno, NV. Please note that this position will be physically located out of the Lee Vining Area in CA, near Yosemite National Park. Under the direction of BLM resource specialists, technicians will survey, map, assess, and monitor BLM sensitive species.

Botany technicians, working with BLM resource specialists, will survey, map, assess, and monitor BLM sensitive species. Responsibilities include recording habitat condition, plant diversity, invasive species, and impacts from livestock overgrazing and OHV damage. They will map noxious weeds, collect native seed for the SOS restoration program, and utilize mobile devices for data collection. Data will be synthesized with ancillary datasets, and management actions will be devised in collaboration with BLM biologists. All data will be entered into GIS databases, followed by analysis and reporting. Additional duties include environmental outreach with youth and adults.

Duties Include:

1. Record habitat condition, plant diversity, invasive species, and habitat impacts;
2. Map noxious weeds and collect native seed for SOS;
3. Use mobile devices and apps for data collection;
4. Synthesize field data with other datasets and collaborate with BLM staff to develop management actions;
5. Enter data into GIS and databases, analyze data, and prepare reports;
6. Engage in environmental outreach activities.

Ongoing projects require botanical fieldwork within the Carson City District, encompassing diverse landscapes such as coniferous forests, woodlands, sagebrush areas, salt deserts, and recovering wildfire zones.

Physical Demands: Work involves outdoor activities like walking, bending, climbing, lifting, and carrying equipment, often requiring camping for 1-3 nights at remote sites. Typical shifts are 8-10 hours within a 40-hour week.

Work Environment: Approximately 90% fieldwork on rough terrain with temperature variations from below freezing to over 90°F; 10% office work including GIS analysis, data entry, seed processing, report writing, and educational activities.

Housing and Training:

• Housing provided via federal housing in Lee Vining, CA;
• Training provided by BLM.

The position requires teamwork, openness, and collaboration with colleagues of diverse backgrounds.

Contract Timeline:

• 20-week appointment from May to October 2025;
• Full-time (40 hrs/week).

Location:

Lee Vining, CA, near Tuolumne Meadows in Yosemite National Park.

Compensation: $21/hr plus overtime at 1.5x hourly rate, based on a 40-hour week.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance paid 100% by GBI;
• $25,000 Life & AD&D insurance at no cost;
• Personal leave, holidays, and access to Pro Deals.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply online via the provided link with an up-to-date resume, a one-page cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications, and contact information for three references. Complete all preliminary questions and sign your application.

Note: This job description is not all-inclusive; employees may perform other duties as needed.

Disclaimer: GBI reserves the right to modify this description and duties at any time without notice.