Michigan State University College of Engineering · 1 month ago
MNFI Field Technician – Botanist / Professional Aide
Lansing, MI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelMichigan State University College of Engineering is seeking seasonal field technicians for the Michigan Natural Features Inventory. The role involves conducting plant species surveys and collecting vegetative data across various land types, while ensuring a welcoming and collaborative environment.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Conduct plant species surveys
Collect plot based vegetative data on Federal, State, Municipal, NGO, and/or private lands
Traveling to remote areas
Preparing for and conducting rare and invasive plant species surveys
Compiling plant species lists
Providing descriptions of survey areas and current threats
Capturing GPS data including survey locations of rare species and priority invasive species and survey tracks
Taking quality photos
Documenting rare plant populations using MNFI field forms or other specified monitoring data
Collecting and labeling voucher specimens of new county records
Reporting findings at weekly or biweekly intervals
Transferring data to excel spreadsheets
Collecting plot-based vegetative data
Writing summary reports of work accomplished
Qualification
Required
Resume, Cover Letter, 3 Professional References
Preferred
Intermediate to expert botanical skills in the identification of Michigan plants species and demonstrated field work experience
Strong work ethic, the ability to work independently in remote areas, and be able to navigate in the field via map, compass and GPS
Ability to stay in hotels or campgrounds for up to a week at a time
Available during late May through the end of September, but we may be able to accommodate those who are only available for a shorter time frame, or may be able to support work into October
Proven ability in establishing and working with a network of constituents and community members across race, gender, national origin, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, veteran status, socioeconomic class, disabilities, and other differences
Understanding of and ability to implement Civil Rights principles and compliance standards
Combination of education and specific, relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree
Ability to lift and carry educational materials, equipment, etc. up to 25 lbs
Ability to demonstrate sensitivity, knowledge, and use of appropriate approaches, skills and techniques, which reflect an understanding and awareness of social, cultural and economic diversity of the target population served
Effective oral and written communication skills
Travel in local and surrounding communities and occasional long-distance travel are required as a regular part of this position
Transportation is the responsibility of the employee
Proficiency in use of technology (e.g., web research, Zoom, Qualtrics, Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook for mail/calendaring, distance technology, etc.)
Other skills and/or physical abilities required to perform duties of the position
Company
Michigan State University College of Engineering
Our College of Engineering is among the founding disciplines at Michigan State University and among the three largest academic units.
Founded in 1888
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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