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Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Date Posted: May 03, 12:28 AM
Description
| Invasive Species Early Detection Internship | ||||
| Employer: | Golden Gate National Recreation Area- Weed Watchers | Function: | Invasive Species Early Detection Internship | |
| Job type: | Internship | Country: | United States | |
| Industry: | Nonprofit, Environment and Ecology, Research and Science | |||
| Weed Watcher Internship Objective: To train volunteers to identify and report high-risk incipient invasive plants while hiking/patrolling trails and roadsides in designated areas in Golden Gate National Recreational Area (GGNRA). Background: The National Park Service’s Inventory and Monitoring Program is charged with “improving natural resource management through greater reliance on scientific knowledge.” Invasive species are one of the top priorities for monitoring in our national parks, and early detection of new plant species is a key focus for the San Francisco Bay Area Network (SFAN) of national parks. Discovering weeds before they become well-established is critical to reducing damage to ecosystem integrity, preventing the loss of habitat for rare plants and animals, and preventing costly natural resource management. The SFAN has established an invasive species early detection program to create a priority list of plants with documented invasive potential that occur at low densities, and to institute a system for patrolling trails, roadsides, and waterways for these priority weeds. Trained volunteers will be an integral component of this priority weed search effort. As a Weed Watcher you will learn to identify invasive plants of the region, and how to map and report your findings. Interns will be trained in progressively more complex weed identification and data collection. Deepen your understanding of the natural world while playing an important role in the protection of the unique resources at the park. Description of Duties • Participate in invasive plant identification and data collection training. • Assist park staff in trail and roadside invasive plant monitoring and mapping. • Follow guidelines in making safety a priority; responsible for use of personal protective gear and insuring that all tools, equipment, vehicles and other co-workers are working safely in all related conditions. • Ability to follow instructions from all park staff, understand and respect all park regulations and policies. Proudly wear the NPS volunteer uniform during working hours. Knowledge/Skills Desired • Knowledge of San Francisco Bay region flora, and/or willingness to learn. • Knowledge of Global Positioning System (GPS) devices and/or willingness to learn. • The ability to work with a diverse community of people alongside with park personnel. • Desire and ability to work outdoors, at times in inclement weather and terrain as well as sometimes exert strenuous physical activity while walking. Benefits • Training in park staff procedures and policies and knowledge of resources. • Valuable training in general botany, invasive species, and Global Positioning System (GPS) units and their use in conservation and resource management. • Opportunities to enjoy the scenery, wildlife and cultural resources of this spectacular park. • Become a stewardship leader in your community. Requirements • Enjoy working with a diverse community of people. • At minimum, a 6 month commitment. • A J-1 visa is required for all international (non-resident) volunteers. • A completed volunteer application form. • Work in a safe and efficient manner. • Work as a part of a team and respect co-workers. Ad provided by Idealist.org |
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