Desert Wildlife Technician — Mojave Preserve Field Surveys

The Great Basin Institute; Essex (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Pro deals

Job summary

The Great Basin Institute, through its Research Associate Program with the National Park Service at Mojave National Preserve, seeks a Desert Tortoise Technician to participate in wildlife surveys, data collection, and natural resource management across MOJA.

The 7-week, full-time position includes housing in Essex, CA. Candidates should have a wildlife or natural resources degree, field experience, a valid driver’s license, and readiness to work in harsh desert conditions.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, Natural Resources, or related field.
• Experience monitoring Mojave Desert tortoise projects preferred.
• Ability to work in extreme desert conditions and remote locations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project areas during construction and activities that could affect habitat or endangered species.
• Conduct wildlife and natural resource surveys across MOJA.
• Assist with habitat improvement and management for sensitive species.

Skills

Wildlife monitoring

Field data collection

GPS handheld

ArcGIS

Driver's license

Education

Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, Natural Resources

Tools

4WD vehicle operation

Topographic maps and compass

Job description

The Great Basin Institute, through its Research Associate Program with the National Park Service at Mojave National Preserve, seeks a Desert Tortoise Technician to participate in wildlife surveys, data collection, and natural resource management across MOJA.

The 7-week, full-time position includes housing in Essex, CA. Candidates should have a wildlife or natural resources degree, field experience, a valid driver’s license, and readiness to work in harsh desert conditions.