Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Employment Announcement
Title: Natural Resource Research Technician
Contact: Amanda McGraw
Location: DNR Service Center, 107 Sutliff Ave. Rhinelander, WI 54501
Hourly Rate: $15-$16 range
Duration: Start date April 2 2017.
Job Description: The Wisconsin DNR will be hiring two research technicians within the office of science services. These positions will be a part of a research team evaluating linkages between forest habitat quality and deer health. Research technicians will collect data that will contribute to assessing the availability and quality of deer forage throughout Wisconsin. Applicants will be expected to work outside in a wide range of weather conditions and be in good physical condition to handle daily hiking with gear. Applicants will also be expected to be considerate and maintain positive working relationships with landowners when private properties are accessed.
One position will be located in Rhinelander and the other will be located in Madison or Dodgeville. Extensive travel across Wisconsin should be expected. Independent travel in state vehicles is required so the successful candidate must possess a valid driver’s license. Start and end dates for these positions are flexible. Housing is not provided.
Specific duties include:
70% A. Field data collection.
A1. Identification of tree saplings and seedlings by species and height class
A2. Identification of forest stand types
A3. Establishment of study infrastructure
A4. Interaction with private landowners
20% B. Laboratory work.
B1. Data entry
B2. Vegetation sample preparation for nutrient analyses
10% B. Mapping
B1. Identifying study areas and mapping within ArcMap
B2. Creating maps for sampling and navigation
Knowledge Required: A well-qualified applicant would have interest in pursuing a career in the field of natural resources.
- Qualifications: Applicants should have professional experience or an educational background in:
- Common forestry practices
- Identification of tree species of Wisconsin
- Ability to navigate using GPS, compass, and topographic maps
- Using Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word
- A demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Possess a valid driver’s license
- Detail oriented
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with ArcGIS
- Experience with Microsoft Access
- Experience operating trucks, trailers, and ATV’s
Application Deadline: February 3, 2017
To Apply: Email an electronic copy of Form 9100-162 LTE Application (http://dnr.wi.gov/employment/lte/9100162_alt.pdf; hard copy also available at most DNR offices) along with a resume, cover letter, and contact information for references to: Amanda McGraw Wisconsin DNR 107 Sutliff Ave. Rhinelander, WI 54501 Amanda.McGraw@wisconsin.gov RE: Job Code 10863
