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CEMML is a research, education and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU). CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions that sustain our resources for future generations.

To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/

A Maneuver Damage Technician position is available with Colorado State University and CEMML to be located at Fort Polk, Louisiana. Fort Polk is located in west-central Louisiana among the longleaf pine forests of the Kisatchie National Forest.

This position will serve as a technician under the Maneuver Damage program at Fort Polk. The technician will support Fort Polk by providing technical recommendations and professional facilitation for infrastructure and maneuver damage repair activities, including erosion control, land rehabilitation, habitat protection, and post repair inspections. The Technician will also provide support with the development and implementation of a watershed plan, assist with the identification and documentation of erosion areas within each watershed, and provide recommendations for correction actions.

In concert with DPW Engineering and Planning Divisions, G3, and Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security (DPTMS) inspect and monitor Installation infrastructure (training roads/trails, sediment basins, stream crossings, culverts, maneuver damages, erosion) within the maneuver areas. Provide reports to these entities with sufficient detail of damage assessed to enable them to develop work order requests or contract scopes of work for repair. Develop and maintain a list of infrastructure repairs. Report detailed progress of repairs to the DPW Engineering and Planning Divisions, C,CB, and CB Ecologist. Comply with all due dates and report/map formats that are established.

In concert with DPW Engineering and Planning Divisions inspect and monitor Installation infrastructure within the maneuver areas. Provide reports to DPW Engineering and Planning Divisions with sufficient detail of damage assessed to enable these Divisions to develop work order requests or contract scopes of work for repair. Develop and maintain a list of infrastructure repairs. Infrastructure to be inspected includes but not limited to real property, ranges and range facilities, landing zones, forward landing strips, drop zones, maintenance and sustainment of access roads and grounds, and erosion issues. List is to be provided to DPW Engineering and Planning Divisions, C,CB, and CB Ecologist IAW due dates and established reporting/mapping format. This position will require coordination with federal partners including Range Control and other high-level units.

In conjunction with DPW Engineering Plans and Services Division, assist with environmental documentation (to include NEPA, permitting, 4283s, and maps) for repair of maneuver/maneuver corridor damages, maneuver training area/maneuver corridor deficiencies, and sediment basin, stream crossing, culvert, training roads/trails, and erosion repairs. The key components of this infrastructure includes low water crossings, unimproved trails, and LUA improved roads. Comply with all due dates and establish reporting/mapping formats. This position will require responsibility to manage and complete required documents.

In conjunction with DPW Engineering Plans and Services Division, assist with environmental documentation (to include NEPA, permitting, 4283s, and maps) for repair of maneuver/maneuver corridor damages, maneuver training area/maneuver corridor deficiencies, and sediment basin, stream crossing, culvert, training roads/trails, and erosion repairs. The key components of this infrastructure includes low water crossings, unimproved trails, and LUA improved roads. Comply with all due dates and establish reporting/mapping formats. This position will require responsibility to manage and complete required documents.

Develop watershed monitoring plan for Fort Polk Peason Ridge, and USFS Intensive Use Area (IUA), Limited Use Area (LUA), and Special Limited Use Area (SLUA), also known as “Horse’s Head”, as part of the erosion control component of the INRMP. Identify and document erosion areas within each watershed. Prioritize projects within and across watersheds to correct problem areas, based on training and environmental considerations and overall watershed erosion rates. Prioritize land rehabilitation and maintenance activities within and across watersheds based on watersheds conditions and training area carrying capacity. Provide reports with sufficient detail of damage assessed to assist with the development of corrective action requirements with DPW Engineering and Planning Divisions and Range Operations to enable work order requests or other contract scopes of work for repairs. Monitor, track, and document corrective actions. Update C,CB and CB Ecologist on status of watershed SEMP objectives on a quarterly basis. Perform annual review of watershed plans and update as required within the INRMP.

Identify damage to natural resources, monitor and track mitigation/repair efforts, and prepare documentation for additional training activities by providing GIS assistance to track mitigation and repair. GIS support includes infrastructure, maneuver damage, low water crossings, stream crossings, sediment basins, culverts, roads, trails, and unimproved grounds. Attend and participate in monthly meetings with NEPA (Maneuver Damage and SEMP), INRMP, and CB GIS Support to ensure database layers are current and up-to-date and IAW with all plans, projects, and SOPs.

Track and record equipment location and use as appropriate. As appropriate, conduct required inspections and maintenance/cleaning on vehicles, equipment, dispatches, and government provided office space IAW timelines and Installation SOPs.

Provide deliverables in accordance with scheduled outline.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than September 08, 2025 for full consideration.

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