Invasive Species Field Biologist – Guam

Company: Colorado State University – Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands
Title: Invasive Species Field Biologist – Guam
Location: Guam
Full job description: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/153554
Apply by date for full consideration: 12/9/2024
Salary Range: $50,000-65,000

Position Summary:
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.

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

A full-time appointment for a qualified Invasive Species Field Biologist position is available with CEMML and duty-stationed on Guam in compliance with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Mariana Islands Training and Testing Biological Opinion of 2015 and the Navy-funded Project Statement of Work that implement regional biosecurity measures to prevent introduction and promote control and management of invasive species.

The Invasive Species Field Biologist will serve as the Task Lead for the Brown Tree Snake (BTS) Project. This position involves coordination with partners and CEMML team members to schedule field events and request CEMML staff support. The BTS Task Lead will be the responsible party for consistent and routine collection of BTS field data and proofing, and for ensuring that the work aligns with the established scope of work. Additionally, the BTS Task Lead will ensure that the CEMML Team has all the necessary materials and supplies to complete the required work, and to provide reporting on the BTS task, among other potential responsibilities. The work related to the brown treesnake will involve a diverse range of tasks, from handling dead lab mice and snakes, performing necropsies, conducting snake removals in caves and vegetation clearing where required. The BTS Task Lead may also need to support other Field Biologists with invasive species management and join a Biosecurity team to conduct field data collection and control invasive species in the islands in support of US Navy Joint Region Marianas, located on Guam. There may be opportunities to assist with other ecological tasks and management activities, such as controlling other invasive species (little fire ant, coconut rhinoceros beetle, and Tinian cycad scale), conducting biosecurity inspections, and invasive species detection surveys. Little fire ant control includes vegetation management and pesticide application. Coconut rhinoceros beetle work includes baiting and removal. Additional vegetation management may be required for a variety of project needs.

Field biologists work out of the CEMML office in Asan, Guam and will be required to coordinate with Navy, Air Force, and Marine project partners and service members of Naval Base Guam, Anderson Air Force Base, and Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz.

Military affiliation is not a requirement for this position.

Required Qualifications:    

• A BS degree in Botany, Biology, Ecology or closely related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of professional work experience in natural resource management.
• Experience developing, implementing and overseeing invasive species program tasks.
• Familiarity with collecting, interpreting and reporting geospatial natural resources data; including utilizing GIS applications and map interpretation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, as evidenced by prior experience documenting field activities and writing technical reports and SOPs.
• Must be in good physical condition, and capable of walking several consecutive miles while carrying gear of up to 35 pounds in a hot tropical environment, often windy/rainy and on uneven terrain.
• Must be available to conduct in-cave night work.
• Must be able to work in a culturally diverse office and respect all Team members.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass a motor vehicle driving background check by employment start date.
• Must be willing to submit for NACI background check to obtain a DoD Common Access Card.
• Ability to deploy from Guam to locations in Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, sometimes on short notice.
• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by proposed start date. CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Employee Benefits: 
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/  & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/. 

Colorado State University conducts background checks on all final candidates.

CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer.