Refuges WaterCorps GIS Intern
Conservation Legacy
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Term length
6/24/2024 - 12/20/2024
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Location
Remote, Colorado
Hourly pay equivalent
$15.00
Project summary
This project will document the water delivery systems of the Southwest Region's National Wildlife Refuges (NWRs) and maintenance knowledge required to effectively use those water delivery systems. Many of our NWRs or stations have water delivery systems to supply water to different agricultural and wetland management units to provide forage and habitat for waterfowl. These water delivery systems can consist of levees, canals, ditches, gates, etc.
Opportunity description
Help document the water delivery systems of the Southwest Region's National Wildlife Refuge (NWRs). NWRs or stations have water delivery systems to supply water to different agricultural and wetland management units. Water delivery systems can consist of levees, canals, ditches, gates, etc. It is important to document, map, and archive the flow of water into holding ponds and which parts of the water delivery system can be used to supply water to the management units given the available water.
Benefits
- Education benefit
- Healthcare
- Mental and behavioral health benefits
Requirements and qualifications
Requirements
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Agree to be substance free. Valid Driver's License. Must be a member of a Federally recognized Indian Tribe, Band, or Village. Alaska Native.
Preferred qualifications
Interest in stewardship. Ability to work well with others. Other qualifications as outlined in detailed announcement.
Opportunity details
Focus area
- Natural resource preservation and conservation
- Waterway restoration
Work environment
- Telework eligible
- Individual placement
- Indoor
- Outdoor