Job Description

Position Summary

• The Botanical Biologist/Horticultural Technician will provide technical assistance to the Army Natural Resources Program at the Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, by: 1) supporting the genetic conservation and outplanting program (approximately 50% time) by assisting with greenhouse operations, maintaining seed inventories, outplanting site preparation/maintenance (approximately 50% time); and 2) supporting other plant monitoring and management activities (approximately 50% time) including inventory, monitoring, and managing rare plant populations including threatened and endangered plant species.

Full Consideration Date

• ASAP

Signing Bonus (if applicable)

• None

Brief Work Unit Description

• The Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands 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/.

Essential Job Duties

• Horticultural tasks to maintain greenhouse operations to include plant maintenance, integrated pest control, maintain irrigation and automated greenhouse operational systems, maintain seed inventories, and maintain high-levels of phyto-sanitation and cleanliness.
  •Inventory/survey of rare plant populations with a focus on threatened and endangered
  species.

• Mechanically and chemically control invasive plants near endangered and threatened plant species and for outplanting site preparation.

• Use GPS mobile data devices to navigate to sites, collect data, and survey transects management operations.

• Maintain and troubleshoot field gear and equipment.

• Regularly clean and maintain work vehicles, workspaces, and base yard.

Conditions of Employment

• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

• Must have a Valid Driver’s License (please note this is not the approved language for this requirement)

• Must be able to comply with all applicable regulations to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) and public trust clearance. Furthermore, candidates are required at a minimum to complete a NACI/SF85 and successfully pass a federal background check.

Supervision

• No supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS/BA in botany, horticulture, natural resource management, environmental science, orclosely related natural science or four years of work experience in these areas can besubstituted for the educational requirement.
  •Experience with monitoring rare plants and/or vegetation.
  •Experience working with rare, threatened and/or endangered plants in Hawaii.
  •Experience propagating and caring for plants in a greenhouse setting.
  •Experience with greenhouse operations.
  •Proficient in field navigation with maps and Global Positioning Systems.
  •Ability to conduct strenuous field work on extremely rugged terrain.
  •Experience with personal computers and software, including the Microsoft Office Suite.
  •Have or be able to obtain a U.S. State Driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with native plant restoration, including seed collection, propagation, preparing planting sites, outplanting, and maintenance of sites and plants.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team setting.

• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

• Experience with chemical and mechanical control techniques for invasive plant species.

• Good oral and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of databases to enter and maintain records.

• Experience working on a military installation or previous military.

• Experience operating 4-wheel drive vehicles.​

Salary Range

Required Application Documents

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Employee Benefits

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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.

EEO

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.