JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT – University of Alaska Fairbanks FORESTRY FIELD ASSISTANT – UAF Forest Growth and Yield Program
JOB DURATION
May 12 through August 28 2010
MAJOR DUTIES
Work with a forestry crew remeasuring fixed size plots.
Locate plots on ground and on maps (orienteering).
Perform basic forest measurements such as tree diameter, height.
Measure seedling/sapling growth and vigor.
WORK SCHEDULE
40 hours per week at various locations in interior and south-central Alaska.
Work 8 days on and 6 days off
University pays for living expenses while traveling away from Fairbanks
Most work away from Fairbanks, tent camping.
QUALIFICATIONS
At least 1 year of post-secondary education in forestry, NRM, biology or related field
Preferred college course in resource measurements and plant identification
Adquate forestry fieldwork experience required
Sufficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel® and Access® preferred
SALARY
$11.79 per hour
Apply at the following website https://www.uakjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=69744.
For more information contact Tom Malone at tmalone or call (907) 474-7079.