Biologist I (Plants and Biological Soil Crusts)

The Biologist I position at Walker Basin Conservancy involves working on vegetation and biological soil crusts in sagebrush ecosystems. This full-time or part-time seasonal role, based in Reno, NV, includes project design, planning, analysis, and fieldwork. The job may require camping in remote locations and working in collaboration with the US Geological Survey. Expected pay is $25/hour for a 3-month term.
POSITION TITLE: Biologist I (Plants and Biological Soil Crusts) STATUS: Full time or part time (negotiable), non-exempt, seasonal position (3-month term) REPORTS TO: Deputy Director POSITIONS REPORTING TO THIS POSITION: none LOCATION: Reno, Nevada EXPECTED PAY RANGE: $25 / hour Description: This position will work in collaboration with the US Geological Survey (USGS) – Western Ecological Research Center. The Biologist I position will work with a growing team focused on vegetation and biocrusts within a larger program dedicated to the topic of sagebrush ecosystems. The focus of this position is assisting in the synthesis of information as well as project design and planning. Some analyses and writing may also be expected, with a focus on management and restoration of vascular plants and biological soil crusts. Some field work will be associated with the position. Field work can involve 8-day hitches, camping in remote locations, and participating in safety check in thr...