Mood: special
Topic: Out in the Field
Temporary Position: 6 months
Location: Grayslake, IL
Wage: $9.00 - 13.00/hr
Application deadline: March 7, 2008
The Wildlife Biologist Intern will be assisting with a Blanding's
turtle research project throughout Lake County. Will aid in all
aspects of data collection including, locating turtles via radio-
telemetry and environmental conditions at each location (weather and
soil parameters, water quality, canopy cover, dominant vegetation
types, water levels, etc.). Will be responsible for maintaining
equipment including traps, nets, radio telemetry equipment, nest
protection fencing, and remotely triggered digital cameras. Duties
will also include assisting with headstarting efforts and predator
surveys such as locating nests and eggs, transporting eggs to the
headstart facility, documenting nest predation and conducting scent
station surveys. May also assist with data entry.
EXPERIENCE:
Two years of course work in biology, ecology or a related field with
an interest in herpetology. Familiarity with radio telemetry and
turtle trapping is encouraged. Ability to swim and a strong comfort
level around water is required. Ability to work in inclement weather
conditions is required. Must posses a valid drivers license.
HOW TO APPLY AND APPLICATION DEADLINES:
Interest in Forest Preserve employment can be indicated by
submitting a resume or completed Forest Preserve employment
application. Applications are available at WWW.LCFPD.ORG or Lake
County Forest Preserve District, Human Resources Department, 2000 N.
Milwaukee Avenue. Libertyville, IL 60048, 847/367-6640.
Applications are accepted only for posted positions. Complete a job
interest card for other positions for which you are interested. The
card will be kept on file for six months pending an opening, and
will be mailed to you should an opening occur.
LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT GENERAL INFORMATION:
The Lake County Forest Preserve District was created in 1958 and
provides over 25,600-acres in a county-wide system of natural,
cultural and recreational resources. Governed under Illinois law as
a special purpose unit of government, the mission of the Forest
Preserve District is to preserve a dynamic and unique system of
diverse natural and cultural resources, and to develop innovative
educational, recreational and cultural opportunities of regional
value, while exercising environmental and fiscal responsibility.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Posting Date: January 24, 2008
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