WILDLIFE FIELD TECHNICIAN (TEMPORARY) - University of Washington

Req #: 238969 Department: SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND FOREST SCIENCES Appointing Department Web Address: https://sefs.uw.edu/ Job Location Detail: Field work in Western Washington followed by data processing on the UW Seattle Campus. Telework (hybrid 2 days or less per week) possible for work on campus. Posting Date: 09/17/2024 Closing Info: Closes On 09/24/2024 Salary: $20.13 per hour Shift: First Shift Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-summary-classified-staff-greater-than-half-time-20220908\_a11y.pdf) As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. **The College of the Environment has an outstanding opportunity for a** **_Temporary_** **Wildlife Field Technician (Research Aide 1 (NE H NI CNU)) to join their team.** _Tentative start date of 10/7/2024 or soon afterwards. Position will be for up to 400 hours or approximately 10 weeks._ The University of Washington is seeking a dedicated individual to assist with a camera trapping study of wildlife in Washington State Parks. All field work will be done in 8 western Washington State Parks and on the Seattle campus of the University of Washington. This work will support research focused on how human recreation may influence wildlife activity. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** + driving to state parks + collecting camera traps that have been deployed. + hiking to the locations, using tree steps to climb trees, and then managing the camera as needed at each site. + maintaining data records + reviewing and labeling camera trap images **MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS** + Two years college credits with major study in engineering or science, OR two years work experience equivalent to that performed by a research aide; possession of a motor vehicle operator's license required. **DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS** + experience with camera trapping + experience using navigation tools, GPS and compass + experience hiking and carrying heavy packs + knowledge of Pacific Northwest wildlife + comfortable working alone and in small groups **WORKING CONDITIONS** + Schedule is flexible but will include some long days in the field. **Application Process:** The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.