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Botany Technician – Fort Collins (Temporary)

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Working Title Botany Technician – Fort Collins (Temporary)
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional Position Yes
Posting Number 202400147AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Research Associate I
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range $41,750 – $60,509
Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

  • For detailed benefit plan information for eligible employees, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
  • For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/ .
  • For more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/ .
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 02/19/2024
Description of Work Unit Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.
The Colorado Natural Heritage Program (CNHP) is Colorado’s primary biological conservation information center housed within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University. CNHP is a key player in Colorado’s conservation of open lands and maintains the only centralized conservation database in Colorado that includes plants, animals, and natural communities. The staff consists of approximately 30 highly experienced biologists and information managers with expertise in inventory, research, and monitoring of Colorado’s flora, fauna, plant communities, and conservation issues. CNHP serves a wide variety of users including federal, state and local agencies, consultants, environmental groups, non-government organizations, private landowners, and the public. CNHP’s annual revenue is approximately 4 million dollars and is generated from contracts and agreements through CNHP’s partners and clients. CNHP generally works on over 40 conservation projects per year.
Position Summary The Botany Technician will work within the CNHP Botany/Vegetation Ecology Team to provide support on all aspects of team projects in Colorado and surrounding western states. This includes pre-field season logistics and planning, securing permission to access survey sites on public and private land, preparing field maps in ArcGIS and Field Maps, preparing Survey123 forms, and preparing field supplies. Work during the summer field season will involve actively collecting field data and/or native plant materials and acting as a crew lead in the field.
The field work involves weed mapping and applying weed treatments, native seed collection, vegetation inventories, vegetation plot data collection, restoration research data collection and restoration project implementation, rare plant monitoring and surveys. This work will require using GPS units or tablets, topographic maps and/or navigation apps, driving to and from field sites and navigating to desired plant populations via paved roads, dirt roads, hiking trails, and off-trail travel through dense vegetation and across long distances. Data to be included for collection includes surrounding vegetation, plant population abundance, species identification, plant phenology, and/or habitat assessment, with attention to detail, and following set protocols. This position requires extensive travel and long days in the field.
Post-field activities include quality control of field collected data, identifying collected plant specimens, entering field data, or working with interns and work studies to enter data, compiling data into CNHP field forms, analyzing data, the creation of geospatial data products, and report writing. Wrap-up may also entail processing collected native seed and herbarium specimens.
The Botany Technician will assist with proposal writing, temporary field staff hiring, field trainings, project reporting, and supporting other project tasks as needed with supervision. This position is supervised by the CNHP Botany/Vegetation Ecology Team Lead.
This staff person will have basic knowledge of weed species identification, knowledge of data collection equipment and methodology, and how to use a dichotomous key to determine plant species identification. The position requires extensive and frequent travel throughout the state of Colorado during the growing season and may also include travel to field sites in Wyoming, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, or other western states.
Required Job Qualifications
  • Completed B.S. or B.A. degree from an accredited university.
  • At least six months of experience over 2 field seasons working with the Colorado Natural Heritage Program as an intern or technician.
  • Proficient with MS Excel, MS Word.
  • Ability to work both independently and with a team of diverse individuals, ability to maintain effective working relationships, and be self-motivated.
  • Demonstrated organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills; ability to handle complex tasks with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Willingness and ability to work long hours and unusual schedules, travel extensively during the field season, car camp, and hike long distances (up to 6+ miles/day) while carrying a heavy pack (up to 40 lbs).
  • Willingness and ability to work with a positive attitude in field conditions that include exposure to inclement weather, rugged terrain, hot or cold weather (30–110° F), mosquitos, and poisonous plants, all while maintaining a strong commitment to team safety.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.
  • The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • A completed bachelor’s degree in botany, ecology, natural resources, range management, or related field.
  • Experience using dichotomous botanical keys and field guides and familiarity with the major angiosperm plant families in the Rocky Mountain region.
  • Experience with vegetation sampling techniques, weed mapping and treatment, seed collection and scouting, and/or quantitative plant population monitoring.
  • Proficient with ArcGIS or ArcGIS Pro.
  • Experience collecting data electronically using tablets or other devices and the development of Field Maps projects and Survey123 forms.
  • Proficient with navigation using GPS units or tablets, topographic maps, and/or navigation apps.
  • Experience supervising field crews, technicians, or volunteers.
  • Experience driving 4×4 vehicles on rough roads and camping in remote locations.
Diversity Statement Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category Project management/Research
Duty/Responsibility Prepare for, conduct, and complete post-data collection wrap-up of botanical field work on Botany/Vegetation Ecology Team projects.
Percentage Of Time 65
Job Duty Category Supervision
Duty/Responsibility Participate in the interviewing and hiring of hourly field technicians; act as a field crew lead; supervise seasonal botany field technicians, student employees, interns and/or volunteers during field work.
Percentage Of Time 20
Job Duty Category Project management
Duty/Responsibility Make decisions on scope, prioritization, and safe execution on field work with no oversight. Assist with training and work flows for new projects.
Percentage Of Time 10
Job Duty Category Administrative
Duty/Responsibility Participate thoughtfully in unit management tasks expected of all CNHP employees, including participation in monthly staff meetings, involvement in the bi-annual CNHP Partners Meeting and other administrative duties as needed.
Percentage Of Time 5

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than February 19, 2024, for full consideration. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of:

  • Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the ‘Cover Letter’ slot.
  • Resume
  • References – please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references including at least one supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

    • CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
    Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License
    Search Contact Jessica Smith ([email protected])
    EEO Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
    The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
    The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
    The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
    Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
    Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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