INTERNSHIP PAID- Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem Pinedale Wyoming In 2004 Aster Canyon Consulting, Inc. was founded by a woman who recognized that local Wyoming businesses, government and industry needed technical field assistance and guidance to stay in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Endangered Species Act of 1973 and Clean Water Act (CWA) of the United States. As those technical services grew so did the mission of the company to provide opportunities for collaboration, leadership, field skills, and diversity of experiences for young scientists. A qualified applicant will gain useful natural resource career experience in the areas of: Multiple avian species field collection methods to include mountain plover, sage-grouse, burrowing owls, bald eagles, golden eagles, sage sparrows, sage thrashers, brewers’ sparrows, ferruginous hawks, red-tailed hawks, Swainsons hawk, northern harrier, American kestrel, merlin, other raptors and migratory birds. Mammals- prairie dogs, pygmy rabbits, pronghorn antelope, mule deer, and moose. GPS and GIS systems and their use in natural resources. 4-wheel drive vehicles, small engine, and specialty tool handling, maintenance, and repair. Customer relations, and teamwork. In addition, the intern will gain career experience in the areas of botanical surveys, vegetation restoration, soil restoration, wetland ecology and wetland delineation work. Furthermore, interns will not only gain confidence working with Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem threatened and sensitive species, but also develop confidence and capability as a scientist working in the field of wildlife conservation, natural resource policy, and restoration ecology. Work Timeline. Internship = $14 per hr with overtime after 40 hrs a wk. Housing provided. Dates- May 16th end of Summer. (flexible) Dates are based on business need and may be subject to change.
Education- Enrolled in or a recent graduate of a degree program in biology, wildlife biology, zoology, botany, environmental science, or a related field. Duties- Participate in National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) projects. Participate in Endangered Species Act of 1973 projects. Participate in Clean Water Act (CWA) projects. Conduct raptor nest searches and chick counts. Conduct pygmy rabbit presence/absence surveys on foot. Conduct white tailed prairie dog presence/absence surveys on foot. Record presence of general wildlife observations in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Habitat assessment and restoration data collection.
Intern’s Professional Expectations: An enthusiastic willingness to learn and help. Maintain a good working relationship with peers Show professional maturity Be able to live and work well with people of various backgrounds. Demonstrate a positive attitude and be respectful to those around you. Be dependable, organized and make good judgments The ability to separate personal issues from professional time (and the ability to resolve any personal issues quickly with little conflict) is crucial to this position.
Additional Details. Housing Provided: Housing and work vehicles are provided in Boulder, Wyoming. Bunkhouse= Private & shared bedrooms, central living room, kitchen, and bathrooms. All work will be conducted within a 30-mile drive from the provided housing location. Candidates should be flexible about housing, are expected to adhere to current health advisories, and will be respectful of those around them.
Aster Canyon culture consists of attention to employee personal career development, honesty, professional integrity, and a work hard play hard atmosphere. Schedules are flexible. A typical week at Aster Canyon consists of 4 ten-hour days, therefore weekends are often a 3-day weekend. And we pay overtime at time and a half after 40 hours. You can expect to be home almost every night. On arrival, successful candidates will also be supplied with an annual national park pass for your enjoyment. Our past employees have enjoyed this work schedule and park pass because of our unique location at the base of the Wind River Mountains and we are located only 77 miles from Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Park. If that did not provide enough recreation Yellowstone National Park is only 132 miles away.
Sublette County in Western Wyoming is the gateway to the Wind River Mountains, the Upper Green River Valley, and Wyoming Range. This area has been called the “Serengeti of North America” because of our vast open country, diversity of wildlife species and large ungulate migrations. Pinedale Wyoming is the paradise at the base of the Wind River Mountains approximately 70 miles south of Jackson Hole, Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. It is home to over 1300 lakes, including Fremont Lake and Half Moon Lake. Throughout Sublette County you will find spectacular scenery, wildlife, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, photography, and so many more exciting adventure opportunities. The primary industries in the county are livestock ranching, natural gas development, tourism, and hunting. The community has only about 7,000 residents throughout 4883 square miles. The county is 80% public land including Bureau of Land Management, State, and the Bridger-Teton National Forest. These are popular destinations for travelers. The area is home to a variety of animals including elk, bison mountain lion, eagles, wolf, sage-grouse, mule deer, pronghorn antelope, black bear and grizzly bear. For more local information check out, www.pinedaleonline.com
To apply mail or e-mail APPLICATION (on web page), cover letter, resume, transcripts (unofficial OK), and list of 3 references to Aster Canyon Consulting, Inc. info@astercanyon.com P.O. Box 1704 Pinedale, WY 82941. Please put WILDLIFE JOB POST in the subject line. www.astercanyon.com Thank you for your interest! Contact Person: Ms. Renan Yanish e-mail preferred: info@astercanyon.com
Aster Canyon Consulting, Inc. is a drug free workplace. All final candidates and employees must pass drug screening requirements consisting of pre-employment & random.
Aster Canyon Consulting, Inc. is a woman owned environmental consulting firm based in Pinedale, Wyoming. We specialize in environmental field services including wildlife surveys for threatened and endangered species, wildlife monitoring of gas fields, habitat mitigation recommendations, gas well reclamation monitoring & recommendations, GIS mapping services, wetland delineations, and conservation easement baseline resource inventories. Our clients are oil and gas companies, land trusts, nonprofit conservation organizations, government agencies, engineers, land developers, realtors and ranchers. Wildlife species inventoried include mountain plover, sage-grouse, prairie dogs, pygmy rabbits, burrowing owls, bald eagles, golden eagles, sage sparrows, sage thrashers, brewers’ sparrows, ferruginous hawks and other raptors and migratory birds. Vegetation inventoried consists of arid cold-desert sagebrush-grassland and desert saltbush species.
Work Timeline. Temporary/Seasonal Position Wildlife Biologist =April 17th to the middle of September. Dates are based on business need and may be subject to change.
Job Description:
Wildlife Biologists Survey and identify threatened, endangered, and sensitive species on foot and by truck as per established protocols. Conduct raptor nest searches, and raptor nest occupancy/productivity surveys. Survey for pygmy rabbits, white-tailed prairie dogs, and mountain plover. Must accurately and meticulously record data in the field and conduct quality control and quality assurance on collected data. Must accurately and meticulously enter data in excel database Locate and use existing reports, scientific studies, data, and other relevant documents for educating yourself, creating ideas and for interpreting data and preparation of reports. Must accurately and meticulously map data via Arc View GIS Must accurately and meticulously report findings, maintain database, field truck, field equipment, safety equipment and record time on timesheet. Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn Wyoming wildlife biology. Must have a keen sense of observation. Qualifications Top applicants will possess a B.S. in wildlife, biology, ecology, range ecology or natural resources. Experience identifying nesting raptors and owls in the western region. Ability to pass pre-employment drug testing and random drug testing during employment. Must demonstrate quick learning, strong observational skills, solid critical thinking, field leadership, and protocol implementation. Commitment to the conservation of natural diversity and have a solution minded focus in regard to the natural resource extraction industry. Very strong and demonstrated technical writing and editing skills. Top applicants will have excellent interpersonal communication skills, experience interacting with ranchers, hunters, scientists, tourists, and oil & gas workers. Successful applicants will be respectful, flexible, enthusiastic, & hardworking. Positions demand sensitive observation and recording skills, persistence, independence, and self-reliance. Willingness to work a variable schedule (often before sunrise & including weekends) that may change with little or no notice. Possess a valid, clean, driver’s license. Ability to navigate alone in the field using map, compass, and GPS unit. Assist project manager in data collection, organization, interpretation, and report preparation. Use topographical maps, aerial photographs, GPS units, and other maps and scientific, tools and equipment under difficult field conditions. Ability to walk 6 or more miles over uneven, rocky terrain in inclement weather, with 45lbs pack. Normal hearing ability Possess current first aid & CPR certification Additional Details: Employees will be responsible for providing their own personal field items, such as binoculars, field pack, water bottles, and steel-toed boots. Hard hat and fire-resistant coveralls will be provided by Aster Canyon. Field equipment, office equipment, and vehicles will be provided. Housing Provided: Housing and work vehicles are provided in Boulder, Wyoming. Bunkhouse= Private bedrooms, central living room, kitchen, and bathrooms. All work will be conducted within a 30-mile drive from the provided housing location. Candidates should be flexible about housing, are expected to adhere to current health advisories, and will be respectful of those around them.
Ecologist / Botanist: Wyoming $16-$18 Job Description: • Conduct reclamation monitoring, weed monitoring, vegetation field studies, endangered plant surveys, and wetland delineations. • Must have knowledge or ability to key out sage-steppe grasses, forbs and shrubs. • Must have knowledge or ability to identify soils. • Collect data as per established protocols. • Run vegetation transects on reclaimed gas well pads and undisturbed rangeland. • Must accurately and meticulously record data in the field and conduct quality control and quality assurance on collected data. • Must accurately and meticulously enter data in an excel database. • Locate and use existing reports, scientific studies, data and other relevant documents for educating yourself, creating ideas and for interpreting data and preparation of reports. • Must accurately and meticulously report findings. • Must accurately and meticulously maintain database, field truck, field equipment, safety equipment. • Able to work outside in bad conditions. • A desire to learn. • Wyoming commercial applicators license is a plus. Qualifications • Current students will be considered, bachelor’s degree graduates preferred. • Applicants must be able to participate in pre-employment alcohol and drug screening. • Maintain a high standard of safety. • Have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record and provide proof. • Ability to work outside in all weather conditions. • Ability to walk up to 5 miles a day, repeated bending and lift 40 pounds. • Have dependable personal transportation to and from the Pinedale Office.
Work Timeline. Temporary/Seasonal Positions Range Ecologists =Approximately May through August. Dates are based on business need and may be subject to change.
