TITLE: Seeds of Success Coordinator
DEPARTMENT: Research
STATUS: Full-Time Hourly, 2 Year Term Position
REPORTS TO: Conservation Botanist
Position Overview:
Assists the Conservation Botanist in coordination and execution of field research for the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Seeds of Success Program (SOS). SOS is a program coordinated by the BLM to support seed collections from native plant populations to conserve and develop native plant materials for stabilizing, rehabilitating and restoring lands in the United States. Duties include leading teams in the field to collect seeds, conduct surveys, collect and process plant specimens, plant identification, data collection, preparation of field forms and reports, and data entry and labeling of field collections, training and supervision of interns, graduate student Research Assistants, and volunteers. Assists with various aspects of herbarium operation, including preparation of plant specimens for inclusion in herbarium, specimen filing, sending and receiving of loans, gifts, exchanges and other transactions, record keeping activity associated with specimen transactions and accessioning, and data entry for specimen label database.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under cooperative agreements between RSABG and BLM, assists in the execution and coordination of the annual program of work for developing Native Plant Materials on BLM lands.
Works in association with other field studies, herbarium, and garden staff, and with personnel from other institutions. Participates in conservation projects between RSABG and other government agencies or private contractors, including general botanical surveys, rare plant inventory and monitoring field projects.
Participates in field collecting and research activities in association with field studies, herbarium, and garden staff, and with personnel from other institutions.
Assists with organization of equipment, and supplies.
Participates in associated data entry and mapping for field projects.
Assists in preparation of reports and other documents for field collections and contract projects for submission to government agencies and contractors.
Identifies field collections, enters specimen data, and generates specimen labels using interactive computer-based system.
Coordinates and assists with herbarium curatorial projects as directed.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Coursework towards a degree in the biological sciences required; Bachelor of Science in botany, biology, or equivalent environmental science preferred.
Ability to follow instructions, work successfully with others, and work independently with minimal supervision is critical.
Strong writing and verbal skills, the ability to type, and computer skills (word processing, databases, and simple graphics) are essential. Advanced computer skills are desirable; familiarity with databases (particularly FileMaker Pro) is a plus.
Depending on experience, herbarium duties may include using basic web design applications and various data management activities.
The majority of field work will take place on the BLM’s California Desert District. Familiarity with GIS and/or other mapping software (ArcView, Topo, DeLorme), and a working knowledge of basic taxonomic principles and characteristics of major plant families and California flora desired.
Physical demands
Ability to conduct fieldwork under a variety of environmental conditions is required.
Must have physical strength and endurance sufficient to carry field equipment and supplies and hike over steep, rugged terrain.
RSABG offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package
Qualified candidates please send cover letter and resume to:
See http://rsabg.org for more info
Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden
Attention: Naomi Fraga
1500 N College Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711
Fax to (909) 626-3489