Hydrology Member - Grand Canyon National Park

Summary

American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with Grand Canyon National Park, is seeking two Hydrology Members to assist NPS Staff with backcountry hydrology fieldwork projects and data collection.

For more information about ACE, please visit: www.usaconservation.org.

Start Date: January 1, 2024

Estimated End Date: October 5, 2024 (an extension may be possible)

*a 40-week minimum commitment is required*

Location Details/Description: The member will report to the Geosciences Program of the Science and Resource Management Division of Grand Canyon National Park in Flagstaff, Arizona. The member will primarily be working in the Flagstaff office and be performing field work on overnight/backcountry projects in the Park.

Grand Canyon National Park, in Northern Arizona, encompasses 278 miles (447 km) of the Colorado River and adjacent uplands. Located on the ancestral homeland of 11 Associated Tribes, Grand Canyon is one of the most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere in the world-unmatched in the incomparable vistas it offers visitors from the rim.

The primary public areas of the park are the South and North Rims, and adjacent areas of the canyon itself. The rest of the park is extremely rugged and remote, although many places are accessible by pack trail and backcountry roads. The South Rim is more accessible than the North Rim and accounts for 90% of park visitation.

The park headquarters are at Grand Canyon Village, not far from the South Entrance to the park, near one of the most popular viewpoints.

For more information about Grand Canyon National Park, please visit https://www.nps.gov/grca/index.htm.

Position Overview: The member will be responsible for assisting with the planning and preparation of overnight backcountry trips into the canyon. This will include creating field itineraries, completing necessary forms & permits for backcountry work, and maintenance of survey equipment. In the field the member will assist with instrumentation of backcountry cave, spring, and stream gage sites; perform hydrology data collection of water samples, discharge, water quality measurements, and downloads of logger data in accordance with protocols; and backcountry hiking, camping, and caving. In preparation for field work, the member will assist with research of previous trip reports, research of existing gauge setups, and types of instrumentation. The member will also be responsible for the data management of field samples to include data mining, compilation, organization, and archiving into Park database systems.

This individual placement is meant to facilitate professional development and promotes exposure to land management agencies and networking with professionals. This could include gaining experience in different conservation fields and shadowing different work groups.

Schedule: Work schedule is flexible and consists of 80 hours per two-week pay period. Office days are typically 8 hours, and field days are typically 10 hours. Some weekend work should be expected.

Position Benefits

Living Allowance: ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $840/week to offset the costs of housing, food, and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly.

Public Land Corps Hiring Authority: Members serving under this agreement may be eligible for a federal hiring authority upon completion of their term of service. PLC projects also include specific eligibility requirements such as age and citizenship. Please contact ACE staff with questions about eligibility, or view general information online https://www.usaconservation.org/epic/#eligibility-requirements.

Housing: Housing is the responsibility of the member and not provided by ACE or NPS. The member will report to the Geosciences Program of the Science and Resource Management Division of Grand Canyon National Park located in Flagstaff, Arizona. The member will primarily be working in the Flagstaff office and be performing field work on overnight/backcountry projects in the Park. Housing will need to be procured by the member in the Flagstaff area.

Project Travel Allowance: ACE members will be reimbursed for up to $200 in relocation expenses to Flagstaff, and will have up to $3000 to spend on eligible project travel and professional development. Eligible project travel for this position must be approved by ACE staff prior to purchase.

Provided Training/Orientation: ACE members will receive position-specific training and an orientation outlining ACE policies and procedures, clear guidance on prohibited activities, and networks for support.

Qualifications

Required:

• Members must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident, as required by U.S. government contracts
• Willing and able to represent ACE and the partner organization in a professional, positive, and enthusiastic manner.
• Ability to be both self-directed/work alone, and be a positive, contributing member of a group.
• A valid driver's license and an insurable driving record.
• Willing to undergo and must pass the required two-part criminal history check.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• ACE Members will need to complete bi-weekly timesheets, beginning of term feedback forms, end of term evaluations and for longer terms, a mid-term evaluation.
• Members may not participate in any prohibited activities as listed in the Member Service Agreement.
• To learn more about eligibility requirements, please visit our website https://www.usaconservation.org/epic/#eligibility-requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to carry 30-50lb packs on multi-day backcountry trips.
• Ability to hike in steep and rugged terrain during extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, wet, dry).
• Comfortable caving and working in dark, sometimes narrow passages.

Preferred:

• Competitive applicants for this position can hold or be pursuing a minimum of an undergraduate degree in geosciences or a related field with coursework in hydrology, geomorphology, and geologic field methods, or similar subjects.
• Experience measuring water quality and flow in the field.
• Knowledge of hydrology data loggers, installation, and data transfer.
• Knowledge of ArcGIS and statistical programs (e.g., "R", Python, etc.) for data
• Knowledge of basic scientific research protocols.

Physical Demands, Work Environment and Working Conditions:

• Physical Demands: Requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, hiking, carrying, using hands to handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, talking and hearing. Manual dexterity required for use of various tools, computer keyboard/mouse and other office equipment. Required to stoop, kneel, climb stairs, and/or crouch. Ability to hike over rough terrain, and camp overnight under field conditions. Ability to carry 30-50lb packs on multi-day backcountry trips. Ability to hike in steep and rugged terrain during extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, wet, dry).
• Vision Requirements: Requires close, distance, peripheral and depth perception vision as well as the ability to focus.
• Weight Lifted or Force Exerted: Frequently moves up to 30-50 lbs., ability to move up to 30-50 pounds.
• Environmental: Outdoor and indoor conditions. Work environment conditions can change frequently; working under adverse weather conditions and in various climates.
• Noise Environment: Quiet to Moderate Noise.
• Travel: This position may require domestic travel.

Environmental Conditions/Hazards: The ACE member(s) may encounter environmental conditions/hazards including extreme heat or cold, rocky terrain, swamp or wetland conditions, biting insects, and potentially dangerous wildlife. The member is expected to conduct duties in a safe and orderly manner so as not to endanger self, fellow staff/members or resources.

Vehicle and Equipment Use/Safety: If a vehicle is required for the accomplishment of the duties, one will be provided by the NPS or ACE. Any tools required for the accomplishment of the duties will be provided by the NPS. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), typically provided by the NPS, will be mandatory for any activity that requires it. Strict adherence to NPS and ACE equipment training, certification and safety protocols is required.

To Apply: Please submit your resume, a cover letter demonstrating your interest and experience, and contact information for three professional/academic references to the online application page for this position here:https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/.

Early consideration will be given as applications are received. This position may close at any time. If you have any questions regarding this position please feel free to contact ACE EPIC NPS Recruitment and Outreach Specialist, Shannon Borowy, at sborowy@usaconservation.org.

EEO: American Conservation Experience provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, American Conservation Experience complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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