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California Wolf Project Field Technician
UC Berkeley (State) | https://www.berkeley.edu/
Details
Application Deadline:
01/01/2025
Published:
08/30/2024
Starting Date:
after 9/15/2024
Ending Date:
after 4/30/2025
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
starting at $23 per hour
Education Required:
Bachelors
Experience Required:
none
Location:
California 
Description
Two calls:
September - November
This call is for September - November. Skills with camera traps are necessary, previous use of Spy Highs desirable. Winter skills are appreciated but not necessary. There is no set deadline for this application but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews will be scheduled ASAP.
January - April
This call is for January - April. Winter skills are necessary. Please list relevant skills in your resume. There is no set deadline for this application but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews will be scheduled beginning mid to late September.
About Berkeley
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.
We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan.
Departmental Overview
The Division of Ecosystem Sciences examines the structure and function of terrestrial ecosystems including agricultural lands, forests, and rangelands, and their interactions with soil, air, water and organisms (microbes, plants, invertebrates, wildlife, livestock). We investigate the role of human activity in ecosystems and the problems humans create, including atmospheric changes and ecological diversity.
Position Summary
The Middleton and Brashares Labs at UC Berkeley seek a qualified field assistant to support research on gray wolves in the state of California. The gray wolf naturally recolonized California in 2014 after nearly 100 years’ absence, and there are now 7 confirmed packs in the state. Working in close coordination with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, UC Berkeley scientists will provide fundamental ecological and social science to support and enhance CDFW’s wolf conservation and management efforts.
The ecological science efforts will combine wildlife tracking, camera trapping, and field sampling of predation patterns to quantify wolf and native ungulate space use, habitat associations, and predation risk. The social science efforts will combine stakeholder interviews and/or surveys to help evaluate the Department’s pilot conflict reduction program and provide recommendations for future enhancements. UCB will also develop recommendations for longer-term research and management action. In the field, this effort will be prioritized to packs in North-Eastern California, though research attention may shift or expand to other locations as needed.
Generally, the field assistant will be involved in many aspects of the research, particularly camera trapping, diet, and predation studies, while also helping broadly with the logistics. The assistant will be expected to work closely within a team and also independently, and will at times stay at remote field locations.
Call for Wildlife Techs for UC Berkeley Wildlife Project
Under the supervision of UC Berkeley, this position supports the California Wolf Project (CAWP) by conducting essential fieldwork related to the project across Northern California. The Wildlife Technician will assist with data collection for the larger CAWP project, including camera trap maintenance, scat collection, field necroscopies, and cluster site investigations. This role requires rigorous physical activity, including navigation and hiking in remote mountainous terrain for extended periods and wilderness camping. This role also requires being comfortable collecting tissue and scat, including the ability to perform necropsies on native prey species.
The desired applicant will work independently or part of a small team; recognizing the minimal latitude based on the protocols established but is able to problem-solve while in the field. Shared housing is provided near Quincy, CA, though technicians are expected to camp in the field (with all essential equipment provided by CAWP). Technicians are expected to work a 40-hour work week, which can be broken up depending on needs in the field at the time. Recognizing the highly variable nature of fieldwork, this schedule is subject to change and a high degree of adaptability is essential.
Hiring and continued support are dependent on the applicant’s ability to comply with all rules, regulations, and procedures established by UC Berkeley and its partners.
Responsibilities:
- Work with the Middleton and Brashares Labs to support research on Gray Wolves in the state of California
- Prepare and organize field equipment, including maintaining camp gear.
- Independently plan navigation through remote areas.
- Assist with camera trap installation, maintenance, and data retrieval.
- Conduct field necropsies on predator kills and handle carcasses as required.
- Collect and process scat samples.
- Adhere to protocols to minimize disturbance to the study species.
- Communicate with the field lead and other personnel on the project, including relevant collaborating personnel when necessary.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- Experience working on sensitive wildlife issues.
- Two years of experience in wildlife management or similar fieldwork.
- Valid driver’s license and comfort with driving in offroad and remote settings.
- Ability to hike 10+ (and up to 20) miles per day.
- Ability to hike continuously with a 35lb backpack.
- Ability to camp in variable field conditions
- GPS and compass navigation skills.
- Problem-solving in remote field situations.
- Ability to make independent calculated decisions to minimize risk while maintaining a high level of efficiency
- Must be comfortable operating in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.
Skills and Abilities:
- Proficiency in navigating snowy terrain and familiarity with avalanche safety protocols
- Familiarity with all-terrain vehicles (winter and summer).
- Proficiency camping (not during winter) and hiking, skiing, or snowshoeing in mountainous terrain.
- Experience with field necropsies or willingness to learn to conduct them.
- Comfortable communicating with livestock producers and agency contacts about human-carnivore interactions.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Capacity to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail
- Ethical data entry and basic report writing skills.
- Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with UC Berkeley’s safety protocols.
Working Conditions:
- Full-time position, with flexibility for extended hours, weekends, and holidays.
- Outdoor work in varied weather conditions and rugged terrain.
- Travel required, including overnight stays (up to 40% of the time).
Salary & Benefits
This is a 6-month, Limited Term position at 100% (40 hrs a week with a cap of 900 hours). This position is paid hourly. For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
Other Information
This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Research Support Professionals Unit (RX) between the University of California and the University Professional and Technical Employees (UPTE). The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/rx/index.html
• This is not a visa opportunity.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.
For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, please see the University of California Discrimination, Harassment, and Affirmative Action in the Workplace policy.
Application Process and contact information:
Please submit a (1) resume, (2) cover
letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications, and (3) a list of
two references (including their email and phone number) to the California Wolf
Project (wolffieldteam@berkeley.edu)
– use the subject line ‘CAWP Hire Application’. Please indicate which
season (Fall or Winter) you are applying for. For any questions, please
reach out to wolffieldteam@berkeley.edu using
the subject line ‘CAWP Hire Questions’.
Contact
CAWP
wolffieldteam@berkeley.edu (preferred contact method)
