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Irrigation Member – National Elk Refuge
Summary:
American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), is seeking 2 Members to contribute to the operation and maintenance of a state-of-the-art K-Line irrigation system that irrigates approximately 4,600 acres of grasslands crucial to winter range habitat on the National Elk Refuge alongside FWS Staff.
For more information about ACE, please visit: www.usaconservation.org
Start Date: 05/06/2024
Estimated End Date: 10/4/2024
*a 22-week minimum commitment is required*
Location Details/Description: The National Elk Refuge, Jackson, WY
Located in the heart of the 22-million-acre Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, the National Elk Refuge provides critical habitat for a number of species, including elk, bison, pronghorn, swans, eagles, and trout.
The Refuge is six miles wide at its widest point and ten miles long from southwest to northeast. The elevation varies from 6,200 feet to 7,200 feet. The Teton Range, visible to the west, rises to 13,775 feet at the summit of Grand Teton. The valley and surrounding mountains show classic examples of glaciation.
The northern half of the Refuge consists of steep, rolling hills. The southern half is glacial washout material, with one resistant formation — Miller Butte — rising approximately 500 feet above the valley floor.
Much of the Refuge consists of grassy meadows and marshes on the valley floor. The flood plain forest along the Gros Ventre River contains blue spruce, narrowleaf cottonwood, aspen, and willow as major species. There are extensive areas of big sagebrush and rocky outcroppings. The forested areas of lodgepole pine, Douglas fir, and aspen are mostly on the northern slopes of the Gros Ventre hills.
For more information about the National Elk Refuge, please visit: https://www.fws.gov/refuge/national-elk/about-us
Position Overview: The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is to work with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.
Irrigation Technicians will assist with the refuge water management strategies including the daily operation of multiple water control structures and components. The forage produced in the spring and summer months is utilized by elk and bison during the fall and winter months on this critical winter range habitat.
This position will help FWS realize that mission by:
70% of work duties:
20% of work duties:
10% of work duties:
This individual placement is meant to facilitate professional development and promote exposure to land management agencies and networking with professionals. This could include gaining experience in different conservation fields and shadowing different work groups.
Schedule:
The irrigation program operates seven days a week, Monday through Sunday (7:00AM – 3:30PM or 8:00AM-4:30PM depending on the time of season). Members will work five days a week, 8 hours a day. A schedule will be set at the beginning of the season. This will most likely include a schedule where your workdays are on weekends. A flexible work schedule is required, which could involve work performed outside of normal work hours, including over 8 hours in a day, working weekends, and or holidays depending on your schedule. Biweekly totals should be approximately 80 hours. Time off may be granted and requests should be directed to ACE and FWS for approval.
Position Benefits
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 FWS or ACE. Any tools required for the accomplishment of the duties will be provided by the FWS. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), typically provided by the FWS, will be mandatory for any activity that requires it. Strict adherence to FWS 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 resumes are received. This position may close at any time. If you have any questions regarding this position please feel free to contact ACE EPIC FWS Member Manager, Andrew Garcia at agarcia@usaconservation.org.
EEO: American Conservation Experience provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, American Conservation Experience complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
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