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Introduction The employer is the Board of Directors of the Solano Resource Conservation District (Solano RCD), and supervision will be from the Education Program Director.  This is a temporary position providing environmental outreach and water quality education at Lake Berryessa.   Employment Duration The program runs May 11 – September 11. Required hours will be Saturday and Sunday from approximately 7:30AM to 5:00PM at Lake Berryessa and Monday meetings at Dixon Field Office from 9AM to 1PM. Interns are expected to work all holidays and holiday weekends (including Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day). Internship duration and schedule may be flexible depending on student availability.   Location This position is currently located in the Dixon Field Office of the Solano Resource Conservation District in Solano County, California.   Essential Job Functions Approximately 80% Field, 20% Office Administer surveys and distribute information on watersheds and “clean and green” boating practices to boaters and day-users; deliver one-on-one outreach on water quality issues. Organize and maintain an inventory of program materials and supplies. Create, organize, and manage data and photos collected each week. Prepare weekly and final summaries of the data collected. Compose newsletter articles about watershed protection and the Lake Berryessa Boater Outreach program. Enthusiastically wear the “Bilgee” costume to inform boaters of Lake Berryessa’s bilge pad program as well as keeping watersheds clean and healthy; serve as an assistant to others wearing the Bilgee costume while simultaneously conducting surveys. Help analyze and create a final report on data collected; present findings to partner agencies at the end of the program. Other duties as assigned.   B ene fits for Lake Berryessa Outreach Interns Resume and cover letter development. Enhanced presentations skills. Professional growth in teamwork, leadership, data management and public relation   Minimum Qualifications Student in the process of an undergraduate or graduate degree or a recent college graduate. Focus of study or declared major in: environmental science, environmental planning, watershed science, biology, ecology, horticulture, geology, hydrology, public relations or similar field. Experience in Microsoft Office. Prior experience in customer service preferred but not required. Excellent communication and organizational skills as well as the ability to multi-task. Must be comfortable working alone, with a partner, and on a team. Must be able to work in extreme heat and inclement weather. Environmental education and outreach experience encouraged but not required. Possess a car, valid CA driver license, current auto insurance, good driving record and a reliable vehicle. Applicant should be a team player with an ability to work with staff and students who have a diverse range of backgrounds, motivations and interests.   Physical Demands/Environmental Factors   Must possess mobility to work in the field and in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform medium physical work; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio.  Internships listed above bend, stoop, kneel, reach and climb to perform work. Interns must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects necessary to perform job functions. Interns work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, possible road hazards, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes.   Compensation Internships are temporary positions ($16 per hour). Medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits are not provided.  Candidates will be required to drive to their primary reporting locations, and mileage will be provided for work-related driving.  A work vehicle will be provided on most occasions.   T o Apply Send cover letter and resume to: Attn:  Marianne Butler 1170 N Lincoln Suite 110 Dixon, CA 95620 Office: 707.678.1655 ext 114/Cell: 567.674.5611 Email: Marianne.Butler@Solanorcd.org Final Filing Date: Open until Filled

ACE EPIC USFS (CA):  Tahoe National Forest, Lead Forestry Technician Summary: American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the Tahoe National Forest is seeking 1-3 Lead Forestry Technician(s). This opportunity is intended for enthusiastic professionals, with a deep interest in advancing their career goals in natural resource management and conservation. The member will lead a small marking crew performing a variety of timber sale preparation (TSP) duties that include, but are not limited to, timber marking, timber cruising, and sale layout of both ground and aerial systems as part of the forest health partnership.  Start Date: April/May End Date: 30+ weeks after start date * A minimum 20 -week commitment is required * Location: Camptonville CA, Yuba River Ranger District or Foresthill CA, American River Ranger District The Tahoe National Forest is located in the northern Sierra Nevada (east of Sacramento) and extends from the foothills across the Sierra crest to the California state line. It includes over 850,000 acres of public land interspersed with 350,000 acres of private land in a checkerboard ownership pattern. Rivers, snow-capped peaks and dense forests offer outstanding recreation year-round. A complex set of ecosystems are found as the terrain ascends from 1,500 feet along the western boundary to over 9,000 feet along the crest. The forest provides a variety of resourced and opportunities and is managed by the Forest Service. Project Websites:  For more information regarding Tahoe National Forest, please click here . For more information on ACE, please click here . Living Allowance: The members should anticipate serving 40 hours/wk and will receive a living allowance of $858/wk for food and incidentals, dispersed bi-weekly.  Housing: Housing may be available in Forest Service bunk-houses at a rate of $8-$15/day.  Other Allowances: Boot allowance available.  Project Objectives : Monitors and leads prep crew in performing unit layout and marking and cruising of timber,  Prepares general logging plans and verifies logging systems Leads prep crew in performing skyline profiles Independently applies silvicultural prescriptions and marking guides to designate harvest timber Brings to the attention of responsible individuals, situations on the ground that are inconsistent with guidelines Acts as a certified timber cruiser and applies the instructions issued in a cruise plan. Takes and records tree measurements, assesses quality, and determines defect. Prepares cruise data for processing. Observes and reports areas of possible archeological significance, and sightings of sensitive, threatened or endangered wildlife species Determines and delineates harvest unit boundaries, proper location of roads, and maps site area Planning, decisions, and judgments made in this position affect long term timber management activities, other resources, and the forest health agreement/contract Accuracy of the work affects the quality of residual resource values such as timber stands, visual quality, water quality, and all resources related to timber harvest Qualifications:  This opportunity is intended for enthusiastic professionals, with a deep interest in advancing their career goals in natural resource management and conservation. Applicants with a degree (M.S. or B.S) in Forestry or Environmental Science and an interest in a career in public lands management are strongly encouraged to apply. Resumes and cover letters must show detailed key project experiences.   Preferred Skills: Experience in or knowledge of logging systems including skyline yarding (experience in skyline profiles and layout desired). Ability to train others in skyline layout. Responsible for establishing accomplishment priorities, distributing the workload among employees, and reporting on the progress of work. Working knowledge of forest practices and techniques, including application of silvicultural prescriptions, GPS, maps, environmental analysis reports, and like guides in order to independently select harvest timber in a variety of stand conditions Working knowledge of measuring tree diameters and heights, map reading, compass use, tree species identification, obvious defect recognition and determination, GPS-ing, and the use of tools associated with timber cruising Knowledge of regularly used timber cruise computer programs for data collection Knowledge of other resource areas, such as wildlife management or archaeology, in order to recognize situations which require specific protection measures The work is performed primarily in a field environment.  Field work often requires moderate to strenuous physical exertion, including walking, bending, and climbing under adverse conditions for long periods of time Work in the forest environment involves considerable risk of falls due to uneven terrain, risk of insect bites, contact with poisonous plants, etc.  Work is conducted during conditions such as rain, snow, wind, dust, extreme heat and cold - hardhat, boots, gloves, and possibly other safety equipment are required Member is responsible for establishing accomplishment priorities, distributing the workload among employees, and reporting on the progress of work. Required: Must have experience (education or work experience or a combination of both) in Forestry or a closely related field. Must have good leadership skills. Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Proven ability to be both self-directed/work independently and be a positive, contributing leader of a group. Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely with resource professionals. Proficient in English. U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident. A valid driver's license and an insurable driving record (documentation to be provided upon request). Ability to pass a federal criminal background check. ACE is a drug free workplace and reserves the right to drug test at any time. Members must be at least 21 to apply for any ACE position that requires or anticipates operation of agency or ACE vehicles for duties. The member must be willing to represent ACE and the Forest Service in a professional, positive and enthusiastic manner. To Apply:   Please submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references using the APPLY NOW section located on the upper right hand corner of the position listing on our website here:  https://usaconservationepic.applicantpool.com/jobs/ Note: Early consideration will be given as applications are received. This position may close at any time. If you have any questions regarding this position, please feel free to contact ACE USFS Recruiter, Celia Demers at cdemers@usaconservation.org or 385-226-1260 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 non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

  Position Purpose Associate Environmental Scientists use their species specific and relevant environmental knowledge to provide important services pertaining to the health of communities and work to protect the environment from serious hazards. This position is a professional position with responsibility for gathering, compiling, analyzing, and interpreting complex data, then utilizing the information to prepare technical documents and presentations, with an emphasis on NEPA and CEQA compliance.  This position is one of a team member who works with general direction from his/her supervisor, and expresses a higher level of independence than an Assistant Environmental Scientist by performing more complex tasks with less direct oversight. The Associate Environment Scientist will assist in routine to moderately complex environmental assessment and remediation projects.  This includes the assessment of the risks of new construction to the environment that is needed in order to complete our projects.    What You'll Do Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Conduct field surveys for threatened, endangered, or rare species, as well as species’ habitat in support of ESA, CWA, Section 404, and other environmental regulations Observe and monitor species in the field Conduct archival / electronic research with USFWS and other state and federal agencies Conduct land use / development monitoring for natural / biological resources protection Assure permits are requested and maintained appropriately Provide input for those sections of NEPA and CEQA documents pertaining to environment and data collection methodology Prepare leave in technical memoranda, meeting minutes, transmittals, presentations, and other written materials Assist senior staff with presentations to public agencies and clients Assist with teaching junior staff Compile data and information for public presentations Other duties as assigned or as needed in order to successfully complete project deliverables or meet internal goals   Who We Need Essential Skills and Abilities   Species identification and research / survey, vegetation community and habitat classification and inventory, monitoring, data synthesis and interpretations required Ability to develop creative solutions to project issues Ability to take direction and use initiative to complete tasks without direct supervision Ability to organize, collect and analyze data, generate and evaluate alternatives, reach logical conclusions, and formulate consistent recommendations as necessary Proficient in MS Word and Excel Quantitative analysis skills Ability to work in a team environment Critical thinking skills Technical writing skills  Ability to sit and stand for long periods Strong ability to communicate well (in writing and verbally) with other staff, clients, and agencies to accomplish team goals Visual acuity and manual dexterity Ability to perform repetitive wrist and hand motions required Ability to travel to field sites and walk long distances may be required on occasion     Preferred Skills and Abilities   Drive to be helpful to internal team members, including mentoring junior staff Able to remain flexible with the ever-changing workload, working conditions and project/agency requirements Well organized and unafraid to work against a deadline Ability to create strong relationships, including one of a mentor / protégé capacity Ability to drive one’s own career path, develop relationships with mentors, and seek opportunities for growth Proven self-motivation Ability to teach junior staff both agency and firm standards     Education Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biology, botany, wildlife management, ecology, environmental biology, or environmental science    Experience Two (2) to five (5) years’ experience (or MA/MS and one (1) years of experience), especially in the areas of NEPA and CEQA compliance, wetlands delineations, CWA, ESA, and related federal and/or state environmental compliance regulations. Field experience in California or with CA species preferred.  

Position Purpose Senior Associate Environmental Scientists use their species specific and relevant environmental knowledge to provide important services pertaining to the health of communities and work to protect the environment from serious hazards This position is a professional position with responsibility for gathering, compiling, analyzing, and interpreting complex data, then utilizing the information to prepare technical documents and presentations, with an emphasis on NEPA and CEQA compliance.  This position can also act as a project manager. The Senior Associate Environment Scientists will complete analysis of environmental problems and develop solutions to these problems.  This includes the assessment of the risks of new construction to the environment needed in order to complete projects.    What You'll Do Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Assist with, or provide project management and business development for those projects requiring collection and analysis of field data Prepare technical, biological reports, including constraints analysis, wetlands delineation reports, wetland permit applications, and biological resources reports in accordance with NEPA and CEQA Perform ecological research and data collection, participate in natural resources studies, monitoring, and restoration Conduct field surveys for threatened, endangered, or rare species and habitats in support of ESA, CWA, Section 404, and other environmental regulations Observe and monitor species in the field Conduct archival/electronic research with USFWS and other state and federal agencies in support of permitting, NEPA and CEQA, ESA, CWA, and other policies and regulations Prepare technical memoranda, meeting minutes, transmittals, presentations, and other written materials Attend meetings inside and outside the firm Coordinate with planners and engineering staff and interface with clients Prepare and present relevant information at public presentations/meetings/ workshops Other duties as assigned or as needed in order to successfully complete project deliverables or meet internal goals   Who We Need Essential Skills and Abilities   Species identification and research/survey, vegetation community and habitat classification and inventory, monitoring, data synthesis and interpretations required Excellent writing, research, analytical, interpersonal, communication, and time management skills required Ability to work as a team member and independently, with other QK professional and technical staff, clients, subcontractors, and agency staff Ability to develop and strengthen project management skills Ability to find creative solutions to environmental and planning issues, which may include political and socioeconomic issues, while meeting the needs of the client Ability to organize, collect, and analyze data, generate and evaluate alternatives, reach logical conclusions, and formulate consistent recommendations as necessary Quantitative analysis skills Ability to sit and stand for long periods Visual acuity and manual dexterity  Ability to perform repetitive wrist and hand motions required Ability to travel to field sites and walk long distances may be required     Preferred Skills and Abilities   Drive to be helpful to internal team members, including mentoring junior staff Strong critical thinking skills that allow for collaborative innovation in problem solving and project planning Demonstrated ability to motivate others and drive results Ability to be resourceful Proven ability to successfully work against a deadline and within constrained budgets Ability to teach junior staff both agency and firm standards Ability to provide constructive feedback in a positive and productive manner Ability to communicate complex technical ideas and concepts to non-technical people     Education Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biology, botany, wildlife management, ecology, environmental biology, or environmental science.   Experience   Five (5) to ten (10) years’ experience, especially in the areas of NEPA and CEQA compliance, wetlands delineations, CWA, ESA, and related federal and/or state environmental compliance regulations (or MA/MS plus three (3) years’ experience) Prefer field experience in California Strong background in, and practical experience in, environmental regulatory documentation and permitting