Greater Banded Hornet (GBH) Biological Technician

Colorado State University; Santa Rita (GU); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Colorado State University seeks a GBH Biological Technician to support invasive species management on Guam. You will perform field sampling, radio telemetry tracking, honeybee hive maintenance, and data collection using GPS/GNSS devices and ESRI tools, primarily on military installations in the Joint Region Marianas.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to work nights and weekends, and willingness to deploy to CNMI locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 1+ year of professional work experience in landscaping, agriculture, pest-control, or natural resources.
• Experience documented with an academic, governmental, private, or non-profit organization in the field.
• Experience conducting fieldwork and accurately recording data.
• Proficient with field data collection apps, compasses, maps, data tablets, and GPS units.
• Experience with invasive species management using chemical, cultural, biological and/or mechanical control.

Responsabilités

• Field Work: implement GBH field sampling program including radio telemetry tracking, honeybee hive maintenance, and surveys for Threatened and Endangered Species.
• Conduct invasive species monitoring and vegetation clearing, transect cutting, and trail maintenance.
• Operate and maintain field equipment and record data using GPS/GNSS devices and ESRI apps.
• Data entry, data management, lab support, and field prep; follow PPE and pesticide handling protocols.
• Regular reporting and coordination of field activities with supervisors.
• Coordinate DoD access authorizations for work sites.
• Provide biosecurity rapid response for GBH and other arthropods.
• Other duties as assigned; no supervisory duties.

Connaissances

Radio telemetry

Honeybee hive maintenance

Data collection

GPS data entry

Field safety PPE

Teamwork

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree in botany/biology/ecology

Outils

Trimble GPS

Arrow GPS

Garmin GPS

ESRI Field Maps

Survey123

Description du poste

Position Summary

The Greater Banded Hornet (GBH) Biological Technician position is with the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) and is duty-stationed on Guam, in compliance with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Mariana Islands Training and Testing Biological Opinion of 2015 and the Navy-funded Project Statement of Work that implements regional biosecurity measures to prevent introduction and promote control and management of invasive species. The majority of the work will be conducted on US military installations, but a military affiliation is not required to apply for this position. Guam has a substantial military presence consisting of three major military installations – Naval Base Guam, Andersen Air Force Base, and Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz. Each year major military training exercises are conducted within the Joint Region Marianas Area of Responsibility (JRM AOR) where large quantities of military equipment and other materials are transported into Guam and the US Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI). Due to the sensitive ecological balance of island ecosystems, including the Mariana Islands, CEMML provides support to implement biosecurity measures within the JRM AOR to prevent unintentional biological introductions and to detect, control, and manage non-native species that have already become established. The GBH Biological Technician supports invasive greater banded hornet (Vespa tropica) management on military lands through control and eradication efforts, locating active nests using radio telemetry tracking, maintaining honeybee hives, data collection, vegetation clearing, and operation of field equipment. The technician will be part of a dynamic team of field technicians. The biological technician should be team-oriented, maintain a positive attitude, and understand that continued employment is dependent on project funding. CEMML is a research, education and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at CSU. To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/.

Essential Job Duties

• Field Work Implement the GBH field sampling program under the direction of the CEMML Supervisory Entomologist, including radio telemetry tracking, honeybee hive maintenance, and surveys for Threatened and Endangered Species.
• Conduct invasive species monitoring and operational management activities, vegetation clearing, transect cutting, and trail maintenance within jungle environments.
• Operate and maintain field equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, weed and brush cutters, backpack sprayers, radios, smartphone applications, and 4×4 vehicles; Collect, document, and manage field data using GPS/GNSS devices (Trimble, Arrow, Garmin), ESRI Field Maps, Survey123, and photographic records.
• Perform data entry, data management, laboratory support, and field preparation activities; ensured proper pesticide PPE use, safe and accurate pesticide mixing, handling, storage, and recordkeeping while adhering to all CSU, CEMML, military installation environmental, and safety protocols.
• Reporting and Communication Regularly and routinely communicate via in-person meetings, tele/video conferences, and email to provide task and CEMML supervisors with progress updates and coordinate the scheduling of field activities.
• Coordinate closely with the task supervisor to schedule DoD authorizations to access work sites on military lands.
• Biosecurity Provide rapid response to biosecurity issues related to GBH and other arthropods.
• Other duties as assigned
• Supervision: No supervisory duties.

Conditions of Employment

• Legally eligible to work in the U.S. by the proposed start date, CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check
• Valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date; ability to drive a pickup truck, 4WD truck and ATV/UTV
• Must be capable of walking several consecutive miles while carrying gear up to 35 pounds in a hot tropical environment on uneven terrain
• Ability to take photographs and collect biological samples for identification
• Must be able to work night and weekend work
• Must be able to deploy from Guam to locations in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI)
• Must be able to work in a culturally diverse office and respect all Team members

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• 1+ year(s) Professional work experience with landscaping, agriculture, pest-control, or natural resources
• Experience needs to be well-documented and acquired under the employment of an academic institution, governmental agency, private company, or non-profit organization in the appropriate field
• Experience conducting fieldwork and accurately recording, entering, and proofing data
• Demonstrated proficiency using field data collection applications, compasses, maps, data tablets, and GPS units
• Experience conducting invasive species management utilizing chemical, cultural, biological and/or mechanical control techniques

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in botany, horticulture, biology, ecology, or a closely related science
• 2+ year(s) of experience with natural resource management, agricultural sciences, or invasive species management
• Experience implementing methods for operational control of GBH or invertebrate pest species
• Experience developing, implementing and overseeing invasive species program tasks
• Apiary experience including hive maintenance, pest control, and transportation of hives
• Experience working with and managing geospatial data in ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online
• Proficiency in MS Excel for basic statistical analysis
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, as evidenced by prior experience documenting field activities and writing technical reports and SOPs
• Experience working in the Pacific Region or other tropical islands in the biological, natural resources, or agricultural fields
• Experience working on a military installation and interacting with military staff, and familiarity with DoD/Navy environmental and safety regulations
• Prior experience applying herbicide and/or insecticide, and the ability to obtain a Guam CORE pesticide applicator’s license

Salary Range

Salary Range $50,000 - $60,000

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity, Inclusion & Discrimination Policy

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence and engagement, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world.

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