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[Larry Howery]

Hello, 
  
 
Here is some information about some jobs.  Please pass it along to individuals who may be interested.
 
  
 
Thank you.
 
  
 
  
 
Attached is our announcement for summer technician positions conducting rangeland, restoration, and habitat research.  Please send to interested students and post on any job boards.
 
  
 
Thanks,
 
Kirk
 
  
 
Kirk W. Davies
 
Lead Rangeland Scientist
 
USDA – Agricultural Research Service
 
Eastern Oregon Agricultural Research Center
 
67826-A Hwy 205
 
Burns, OR 97720
 
(541) 573-4074
 
  
 
http://oregonstate.edu/dept/eoarc/kirk-davies
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
The Gainesville Florida Forest Service office is filling an invasive species Biological Scientist 1 position.  Job candidates should send a resume toCharles.Pedersen at FreshFromFlorida.com (352) 395-4946.
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
INVASIVE SPECIES BIOLOGIST
 
  
 
Full time, OPS position. $13.43/hour.  This position will be based out of Gainesville.
 
Closing Date: January 31, 2018
 
  
 
DESCRIPTION:
 
  
 
The invasive species biologist will work on upland invasive plant species inventory and control on 84,000 acres of state forests around Gainesville.  The invasive species biologist will work closely with FFS staff, but will also be required to conduct fieldwork independently without direct supervision. 
 
  
 
Qualified applicants should have a good general familiarity with the plants, animals, and ecology of Florida; experience surveying and treating exotic upland plants; and must be willing to travel in the Waccasassa district (Alachua, Levy, Gilchrist, Marion and Putnam counties). Other desired experience includes working with contractor crews; good written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish; and some familiarity with GIS.  This is largely a field-oriented position but candidates will also assist in data processing and grant writing.
 
  
 
DUTIES:
 
  
 
      Plan and conduct fieldwork to find and document invasive plants on state forests, and to process these locations into GIS.
 
      Plan and execute herbicide and mechanical treatments of upland exotic plants on state forests.
 
      Coordinate with contractor crews or volunteers for exotic plant control.
 
      Prepare and submit upland exotic grants.  Prepare written reports and participate in meetings as necessary to meet grant requirements.
 
      Attend FFS staff meetings and training as required. Attend meetings and workshops relevant to performance of position and maintaining CEUs.  FLEPPC conference attendance funded by agency.
 
  
 
REQUIREMENTS:
 
  
 
      Bachelor's degree in the biological sciences, or equivalent training and experience. Familiarity with exotic and native Florida flora (and fauna).
 
      Ability to communicate well in person and in writing; ability to work well with FFS staff, cooperators, contractors, and volunteers.
 
      Good organizational skills; meticulous attention to detail.
 
      A commitment to conservation goals.
 
      Experience or familiarity with personal computers, databases, GPS, and GIS.
 
      Good physical condition and ability to conduct rigorous field work. Willingness to travel throughout five county area.
 
      Maintain a valid Florida Drivers License.
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
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Charlie Pedersen, Biologist
 
Florida Forest Service
 
  
 
Waccasassa Forestry Center
 
5353 NE 39th Ave
 
Gainesville, FL  32609
 
  
 
Office: 352.395.4946
 
Fax: 352.395.4959
 
Charles.Pedersen at FreshFromFlorida.com
 
  
 
www.FloridaForestService.com
 
  
 
Please note that Florida has a broad public records law (Chapter 119, Florida Statutes).
 
Most written communications to or from state employees are public records obtainable
 
by the public upon request.  Emails sent to me at this email address may be considered
 
public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to the
 
laws of the State of Florida.
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
Pete Deal
 
Rangeland Management Specialist
USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service
 
Office - (407) 572-0420
 
Mobile- (772) 519-2604
 
  
 
Helping People Help the Land
 
http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/site/national/home/
 
  
 



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