Job Description
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Position Summary
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- Fish and Wildlife, Threatened and Endangered Species Management
- Land Management
- Wildlife and Vegetation surveys
- NEPA, GIS, and data analysis
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- Conduct field work, which can include management for wildlife, vegetation, invasive species, threatened and endangered species, wetlands, forests, and/or outdoor recreation areas, GPS data collection, field mapping, photography, public outreach and/or education, etc.
- Office\-based tasks can include data entry and management, public outreach, preparing site forms, writing technical reports, compliance documents, database and data management, spatial analysis, and/or preparing correspondence and other documentation.
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- Pre\-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).
- 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; the department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
- Must possess a Real ID for base access or be able to pass criteria for obtaining a Department of Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) card
- Must be able to work long hours independently in remote, rugged field conditions under harsh weather conditions.
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- Pursuing a B.S. in natural resources\-, cultural resources\-, ecosystem science\-, or environmental policy\-related field (at least a senior standing).
- At least 3 months and no more than 3 years of relevant experience, which may include internships, fieldwork, seasonal jobs, volunteer work, or applied coursework.
- Basic field data collection skills (eg. Vegetation surveys, wildlife monitoring, GPS\-based mapping; academic or field school experience would count)
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- Currently enrolled or holder of a Graduate Degree in natural resources\-, biology\-, or environmental science\-related fields.
- Experience using GPS equipment to collect field data.
- Experience flora and/or fauna monitoring or management (specify taxa/ecosystem/regions of prior experience).
- Experience with threatened and endangered/sensitive species monitoring and management.
- Experience performing habitat restoration or invasive species management.
- Experience with manual labor using powered tools and heavy equipment such as chainsaws, weed\-eaters, mowers, tractors, ATVs/UTVs etc.
- Proficiency with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS Pro) and database management.
One Natural Resources Technician (Seasonal Worker, Full\-time, 40 hours/week) position is available with the Colorado State University (CSU) Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML). This position will provide entry\-level training and experience on a range of cultural resources projects supporting the Natural Resources Management (NRM ) program at Joint Base Langley\-Eustis, VA .
The intern will be able to shadow the NRM, the base wildlife biologist/wetland manager and other project coordinators, as well as college staff that have ongoing projects on the installation.
This position is not\-to\-exceed 180 working days .
Potential work activities may include but are not limited to the tasks below:
This position is onsite, and the Natural Resources Technician must have reliable transportation to the site. The ECDP is unable to provide relocation or housing stipends.
Full Consideration Date is 8 April, 2026 at 12:00 am MDT.
Position Location: Joint Base Langley\-Eustis, VA
Joint Base Langley\-Eustis (JBLE\-Eustis) occupies most of what used to be known as Mulberry Island. This low\-lying area just east of the James River in Newport News, Virginia, is roughly 18 miles south of Williamsburg.
To learn more about the JBLE\-Eustis Cultural Resources Management Program, please see https://www.facebook.com/CRMFtEustis/ .
Essential Job Duties:
Fieldwork
Administrative
Conditions of Employment
Supervision:
None
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Salary Range
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$43,000 to $49,000
Required Application Documents
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To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Cover Letter, Resume/CV
Employee Benefits
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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, and focus on work\-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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Background Check Policy Statement
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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.
EEO
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Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.