What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wetland Technician position at Colorado State University?
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Working Title Wetland Technician Position Location Fort Collins, CO Work Location Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work Research Professional Position Yes Posting Number 202500162AP Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional Classification Title Research Associate I Number of Vacancies Work Hours/Week 40 Proposed Annual Salary Range $45,000-$52,000 Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
The Colorado Natural Heritage Program (CNHP) is Colorado’s primary biological conservation information center housed within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University. CNHP is a key player in Colorado’s conservation of open lands and maintains the only centralized conservation database in Colorado that includes plants, animals, and natural communities. The staff consists of approximately 40 highly experienced biologists and information managers with expertise in inventory, research, and monitoring of Colorado’s flora, fauna, plant communities, and conservation issues. CNHP serves a wide variety of users including federal, state and local agencies, consultants, environmental groups, non-government organizations, private landowners, and the public. CNHP’s annual revenue is approximately 6 million dollars and is generated from contracts and agreements through CNHP’s partners and clients. CNHP generally works on over 50 conservation projects per year. To learn more about CNHP’s mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cnhp.colostate.edu/.
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000-foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.
Position Summary
The Colorado Natural Heritage Program (CNHP) at Colorado State University (CSU) is seeking a Wetland Technician. The Wetland Technician will work within CNHP’s Wetland Ecology Team on all aspects of wetland inventory, assessment, and monitoring projects in Colorado. This includes pre-field season logistics and planning, securing permission to access survey sites on public and private land, preparing field maps in ArcGIS, and preparing field supplies. Work during the summer field season will involve actively collecting field data in wetlands. The field work involves extensive collection of wetland vegetation, soil, and environmental data, and identification of plant species and natural communities. This position requires travel during the summer months and long days in the field.
Post-field season activities include QC’ing field collected data, identifying collected plant specimens, entering field data or working with interns and work studies to enter data, and working with the Wetland Ecology Team Lead or other CNHP staff on data analysis and report writing. The position will also include managing data from pervious wetland data collection projects. The position requires proficiency in scientific report writing and the use of Microsoft Office programs, statistical analysis programs, and ESRI ArcGIS programs. The Wetland Technician will assist with proposal writing, field staff hiring, field training, project reporting, and supporting other wetland related inventory projects as needed. This position is supervised by the CNHP Wetland Ecology Team Lead and is a member of CNHP’s Wetland Ecology Team.
The position will be located on the Colorado State University campus in Fort Collins, CO. The position can be either full-time in-person or part-time in-person/part-time remote. Fully remote work is not an option. The position must be based in Colorado and be able to work from the CNHP offices at CSU two or three times a week throughout the year. CNHP provides a flexible work environment to support work-life balance with excellent benefits and CSU is dedicated to taking care of faculty and staff by providing a wide range of benefits that promote health, financial security, and overall well-being. The University also offers many perks to eligible employees – from educational benefits and work-life programs to discounts and deals.
Required Job Qualifications
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category Field Research Duty/Responsibility
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:50 PM MST on February 11, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Upload Each Of The Items Below Individually As a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), Or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please Note That Incomplete Applications Cannot Be Considered. Please Remove Social Security Numbers And Birth Dates From Application Materials. A Complete Application Consists Of
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License Search Contact Jessica Horvath (Jessica.Horvath@colostate.edu) EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
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References Requested
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Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Detail Information
Working Title Wetland Technician Position Location Fort Collins, CO Work Location Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work Research Professional Position Yes Posting Number 202500162AP Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional Classification Title Research Associate I Number of Vacancies Work Hours/Week 40 Proposed Annual Salary Range $45,000-$52,000 Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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The Colorado Natural Heritage Program (CNHP) is Colorado’s primary biological conservation information center housed within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University. CNHP is a key player in Colorado’s conservation of open lands and maintains the only centralized conservation database in Colorado that includes plants, animals, and natural communities. The staff consists of approximately 40 highly experienced biologists and information managers with expertise in inventory, research, and monitoring of Colorado’s flora, fauna, plant communities, and conservation issues. CNHP serves a wide variety of users including federal, state and local agencies, consultants, environmental groups, non-government organizations, private landowners, and the public. CNHP’s annual revenue is approximately 6 million dollars and is generated from contracts and agreements through CNHP’s partners and clients. CNHP generally works on over 50 conservation projects per year. To learn more about CNHP’s mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cnhp.colostate.edu/.
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000-foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.
Position Summary
The Colorado Natural Heritage Program (CNHP) at Colorado State University (CSU) is seeking a Wetland Technician. The Wetland Technician will work within CNHP’s Wetland Ecology Team on all aspects of wetland inventory, assessment, and monitoring projects in Colorado. This includes pre-field season logistics and planning, securing permission to access survey sites on public and private land, preparing field maps in ArcGIS, and preparing field supplies. Work during the summer field season will involve actively collecting field data in wetlands. The field work involves extensive collection of wetland vegetation, soil, and environmental data, and identification of plant species and natural communities. This position requires travel during the summer months and long days in the field.
Post-field season activities include QC’ing field collected data, identifying collected plant specimens, entering field data or working with interns and work studies to enter data, and working with the Wetland Ecology Team Lead or other CNHP staff on data analysis and report writing. The position will also include managing data from pervious wetland data collection projects. The position requires proficiency in scientific report writing and the use of Microsoft Office programs, statistical analysis programs, and ESRI ArcGIS programs. The Wetland Technician will assist with proposal writing, field staff hiring, field training, project reporting, and supporting other wetland related inventory projects as needed. This position is supervised by the CNHP Wetland Ecology Team Lead and is a member of CNHP’s Wetland Ecology Team.
The position will be located on the Colorado State University campus in Fort Collins, CO. The position can be either full-time in-person or part-time in-person/part-time remote. Fully remote work is not an option. The position must be based in Colorado and be able to work from the CNHP offices at CSU two or three times a week throughout the year. CNHP provides a flexible work environment to support work-life balance with excellent benefits and CSU is dedicated to taking care of faculty and staff by providing a wide range of benefits that promote health, financial security, and overall well-being. The University also offers many perks to eligible employees – from educational benefits and work-life programs to discounts and deals.
Required Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in ecology, botany, watershed science, natural resources, range management, forestry, or related field.
- At least six months or two field seasons of experience collecting scientific data.
- Experience working with Natural Heritage Methodology to collect data on rare plants, animals, and natural communities.
- Knowledge of wetland ecology and experience working in wetlands and/or riparian areas.
- Experience using dichotomous botanical keys and field guides and familiarity with the major angiosperm plant families.
- Experience collecting data on vegetation, soils, water, and/or other environmental data and experience with various vegetation sampling techniques.
- Experience interpreting aerial photography (e.g., Google Earth), navigating with a topographic map, and use of GPS.
- Experience with ArcGIS and associated mapping applications.
- Willingness to initiate contacts with private landowners, State and Federal Agencies and a demeanor that will facilitate this contact.
- Willingness and ability to work long hours and unusual schedules, travel during the field season, share living quarters in rustic field housing, bunkhouses, and car camping, and potentially backpack and hike long distances (up to 10 miles / day) while carrying a heavy pack (up to 40 lbs).
- Willingness and ability to work with a positive attitude in field conditions that include exposure to inclement weather, rugged terrain, hot or cold weather (30–110° F), mosquitos, and poisonous plants, all while maintaining a strong commitment to team safety.
- Demonstrated organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills; ability to handle complex tasks with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including ability to work with a diverse group of individuals and to maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to work both independently with guidance and effectively in a team.
- Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.
- The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CNHP will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
- Knowledge and direct experience working with Colorado flora.
- Experience or familiarity with wetland assessment techniques.
- Experience with Survey123 and/or other electronic data capture platforms.
- Experience with various statistical analysis software (PC-ORD, R, SPSS, SAS).
- Experience with the U.S National Vegetation Classification System (USNVC).
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category Field Research Duty/Responsibility
- Collect field data on wetland plants and plant communities across Colorado.
- Select sites for sampling.
- Plan logistics for multi-day field hitches.
- Communicate with public and/or private land managers to secure access to sampling sites.
- Organize and manage existing datasets.
- Develop new processes and platforms to manage existing data using ESRI ArcGIS Online tools.
- Work with other CNHP staff members to develop new project ideas.
- Participate in CNHP meetings and activities.
- Other duties as needed.
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:50 PM MST on February 11, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Upload Each Of The Items Below Individually As a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), Or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please Note That Incomplete Applications Cannot Be Considered. Please Remove Social Security Numbers And Birth Dates From Application Materials. A Complete Application Consists Of
- Statement of Qualifications (clearly address how your experiences meets or exceeds each qualification listed in the job announcement); the statement of qualifications can be uploaded to the ‘Cover Letter’ slot
- Resume
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License Search Contact Jessica Horvath (Jessica.Horvath@colostate.edu) EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested 3 Maximum Requested 3
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please confirm that your application materials clearly address how your experiences meet or exceed each minimum qualification listed in the job announcement.
- I confirm that I have clearly addressed how my experiences meet or exceed each minimum qualification listed in the job announcement.
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Salary : $45,000 - $52,000
