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American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with Forest Service, is seeking One Recreation Technician Member to contribute to the Wallowa Mountains Office Recreation Field Program project alongside Forest Service Staff.
For more information about ACE, please visit: www.usaconservation.org.
Start Date: 5/6/2024
Estimated End Date: 9/27/2024
*a 21 week minimum commitment is required *
Location Details/Description: The Wallowa Mountains Office is based in Joseph, Oregon and is located in one of the most scenic spots in the State with an elevation of approximately 4,200 feet. Joseph is located on Highway 82, about a one hour and a half drive from La Grande, Oregon, just off Interstate 84, and two and a half hours from Pendleton, Oregon to the west and two hours from Lewiston, Idaho to the north on Highway 3. This position will work with a crew based in Enterprise, OR, located approximatley 6 miles from Joseph.
The populations of the combined Joseph/Enterprise area is approximately 5,000. Nearby communities are Enterprise, Lostine and Wallowa. The Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, Eagle Cap Ranger District and Wallowa Valley Ranger District are managed out of the Wallowa Mountains Office. The area is a popular summer destination for visitors beginning trips into the largest Wilderness area in Oregon, the Eagle Cap Wilderness, as well as the remote depths of Hells Canyon.
About the Forest: The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest is 2,521,280 acres ranging from 875 to 9,845 feet
above sea level. Plant life varies from desert-like countryside of Hells Canyon to the alpine vegetation of the
Eagle Cap Wilderness and Seven Devils Mountains. Generally, winters are cold and snowy, spring and fall are
mild, and summers are hot and dry. There are seven Ranger Districts with additional offices in Clarkston,
Washington and Riggins, Idaho. The Forest lands include: Eagle Cap Wilderness, Hells Canyon Wilderness,
Monument Rock Wilderness, North Fork John Day Wilderness, and Hells Canyon National Recreation Area.
For more information about Wallowa-Whitman, please visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/wallowa-whitman
Position Overview: The Recreation Technician will perform work assignments related to the monitoring, assessment, planning and maintenance aspects of recreation management. This opportunity is intended for candidates with a well-developed working background in conservation, natural resources management, wilderness management, recreation management, or a similar field. The Recreation Technicians should possess a passion for public land management and a professional interest in advancing their career towards natural resource management.
This individual placement is meant to facilitate professional development and promotes exposure to land management agencies and networking with professionals. This could include gaining experience in different conservation fields and shadowing different work groups.
Schedule: Prior to July 4 and after September 15: Monday-Thursday, 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. July 5 to September 14: Wednesday-Saturday, 7:00 am to 5:30 pm.
Position Benefits
Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $600/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly. The living allowance is a fixed rate determined by the Forest Service and ACE and is not flexible.
Public Land Corps Hiring Authority: Members serving under this agreement may be eligible for a federal hiring authority upon completion of their term of service. PLC projects also include specific eligibility requirements such as age and citizenship. Please contact ACE staff with questions about eligibility, or view general information online https://www.usaconservation.org/epic/#eligibility-requirements.
Housing: ACE members will be accommodated in provided housing at no cost for the duration of the term near Joseph, OR. Housing may include a bunk house approximately a 20 minute drive from the duty station, with a single room and shared living space or a shared room in a house approximately 15 minutes from the duty station.
Relocation Assistance: ACE members will have access to up to $500 to be used for eligible relocation expenses. Further details regarding distribution of these funds will be provided during the interview process.
Provided Training/Orientation: ACE members will receive position specific training and an orientation outlining ACE policies and procedures, clear guidance on prohibited activities, and networks for support. Specific training may include First Aid/CPR, Collection Officer, Leave No Trace, Radio Communications, Visitor Contacts, Forest Regulations, Water System Operator and Tool Safety.
Qualifications
Required:
Preferred:
Physical Demands, Work Environment and Working Conditions:
Environmental Conditions/Hazards: The ACE member(s) may encounter environmental conditions/hazards including extreme heat or cold, rocky terrain, swamp or wetland conditions, biting insects, and potentially dangerous wildlife. The member is expected to conduct duties in a safe and orderly manner so as not to endanger self, fellow staff/members or resources.
Vehicle and Equipment Use/Safety: If a vehicle is required for the accomplishment of the duties, one will be provided by the Forest Service or ACE. Any tools required for the accomplishment of the duties will be provided by the Forest Service. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), typically provided by the Forest Service, will be mandatory for any activity that requires it. Strict adherence to Forest Service and ACE equipment training, certification and safety protocols is required.
To Apply: Please submit your resume, a cover letter demonstrating your interest and experience, and contact information for three professional/academic references to the online application page for this position here: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/. Early consideration will be given as applications are received. This position may close at any time. If you have any questions regarding this position please feel free to contact BLMFS Member Manager, Anna-Louise Calliham at acalliham@usaconservation.org.
EEO: Employment with ACE is based upon ability, qualifications, attitude, and job-related factors. Every qualified employee or applicant has the same opportunity for recruitment, hire, training, transfer, promotion, compensation, demotion, termination, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, national origin, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship status, genetic information (including of a family member), veteran or military status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, medical condition, marital or parental status, political affiliation, ethnicity, hair texture or style, arrest record, caste, hereditary status, endogamy, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.
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