GBI is recruiting Stream Survey Technicians to work with GBI and USGS staff. Each Stream Technician will work under the supervision of one Crew Lead to collect streams data with the FLOwPER field form to provide standardized data collection to map the presence of flow in streams, and upload them into an ArcGIS database. This data can be used for multiple purposes, such as archiving where flowing water is present in forest planning units, informing modeling efforts of streamflow permanence, and providing information needed to update stream classifications across any spatial extent.

Field crews will also collect road stream crossings (ROADXStr) observations using the ROADXStr app. Road networks are a constant presence of human infrastructure in Pacific Northwest ecosystems. Maintaining and inventorying stream-road crossings is extremely important due to how impactful road networks are on stream systems. During field work, car camping for 7 night “hitches” in remote locations will typically be required.

Field work will include:
Maintaining safety awareness and practices;
Collecting data to characterize streamflow;
Entering data into FLOwPER and ROADXStr applications;
Locating survey sites using GPS and topographic maps;
Navigating rough backcountry roads with 4WD vehicles;
Hiking off trail and over rough terrain;
Working with a small team to complete protocols; and
Field camping for 8-day stints will be required.

Contract Timeline:
Location and Tentative Timeline:
Timeline listed below is tentative.

Appointment Length:
16 weeks from 06/05/2023 to 09/20/2023

Location:
This position is based out of Reno, NV. Technicians will travel throughout the Great Basin to collect streams data.

Compensation and Benefits:
• $18/ per hour
• $30 per diem for every night camped in the field (up
to 7 units in an 8 day work week)
• Affordable Care Act Compliant Health insurance
• Paid federal holidays
• Paid personal time off (amount dependent on contract length)

Job Qualifications:
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Aquatic Ecology, Fisheries, Hydrology, Water Resources, or other relative Natural Resource degree.