Fort Polk Botany SME: Field Mapping & INRMP Specialist

Colorado State University; Leesville (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Botany Subject Matter Expert position at Fort Polk, LA is a CSU on-site role stationed at Fort Polk. The SME conducts field surveys to identify and map sensitive botanical resources, supports INRMP projects, and prepares data and SOPs for program reporting.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in natural resources or related field, 3+ years of field experience, proficiency with ArcGIS Field Maps, and strong written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Natural Resources, Ecology, Wildlife Biology or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in the natural resource field.
• Experience with botanical surveys and plant identification using keys.
• Experience with ecological data collection and data analysis.
• Experience with ArcGIS Field Maps or similar software.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Access; strong written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Field Work: conduct surveys to map sensitive botanical resources and invasive species.
• Document Preparation: develop and update botany SOPs and INRMP sections.
• Reporting: prepare project reports and support NEPA compliance.
• Meetings & Scheduling: coordinate project meetings and progress updates.
• Additional Tasks: assist other programs and perform field-related duties.

Skills

Field surveys

Plant identification

Data collection

Technical reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources, Ecology, Wildlife Biology

Tools

ArcGIS Field Maps

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

MS Access

Job description

The Botany Subject Matter Expert position at Fort Polk, LA is a CSU on-site role stationed at Fort Polk. The SME conducts field surveys to identify and map sensitive botanical resources, supports INRMP projects, and prepares data and SOPs for program reporting.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in natural resources or related field, 3+ years of field experience, proficiency with ArcGIS Field Maps, and strong written and verbal communication.