Seniors and graduates: Field Forester/Botanist, Bayfield summer position

[Sherry Sandretto <slsandre@xxxxxxx>]

SUMMER JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Field Forester/Botanist

Wetland Forest Habitat Type Classification Project

Location: Douglass, Bayfield counties

Dr. John Kotar, Terra Silva Consultants, Project Director

Duration: July 6 – September 4, 2009

Terra Silva Consultants seeks applicants for two field technicians to 
carry out vegetation and soil sampling as part of the research project 
to develop forest habitat type classification system for wetland forests 
of northern Wisconsin. The project is funded by Wisconsin DNR and 
contracted with Dr. John Kotar, Emeritus Professor, Department of Forest 
Ecology and Management, UW-Madison (Currently d.b.a. Terra Silva 
Consultants)

DUTIES: The successful candidates will carry out vegetation and soil 
sampling across a range of wetland forest ecosystems in Forest Langlade 
and Florence Counties. The sampling design and protocol, as well as 
basic training will be provided. Vegetation will be sampled by strata on 
temporary plots. Species and their coverage values, by class, will be 
recorded. In addition, soil characteristics will be examined and 
described. GPS units equipped with soil maps will be used for locating 
sampling plots. All field data will be entered into computers.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS: A BS degree is desired in forestry, 
ecology, botany, soil science, or a related discipline. However, a 
senior status will be considered if appropriate curriculum is 
demonstrated. Field experience is also required, including 1) use of 
maps and air photos 2) basic knowledge of flora of northern forests, 3) 
basic knowledge of soil description, 4) some background in GPS/GIS 
technology. The successful candidate will be expected to be a 
conscientious and well-organized self-starter, capable of independent 
work. A valid driver’s license is required, as is the ability to work 
and live with a field partner, and a willingness to work in all weather 
conditions as necessary to assure task completion.

CONDITIONS: Applicants should be in good health and capable of vigorous 
outdoor activity in hot, rainy, and buggy weather. Successful applicants 
will work as independent contractors, *not as employees* of Wisconsin 
DNR or Terra Silva Consultants. Compensation is $18 per hour. Work is 
based on 40 hours per week; flextime is available if desired. Housing 
will be provided at no cost to contractor. Candidates must provide their 
own transportation and will be reimbursed at 52 cents per mile.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Email applications are preferred, and should be

received by May 31, 2009, though the positions will remain open, with 
applications

accepted, until filled. The starting and ending dates are negotiable. 
Please

send a cover letter, resume, and names and phone numbers of two 
references to:

Dr. John Kotar: jkotar@xxxxxxxx <mailto:jkotar@xxxxxxxx> Phone: 715-835-6609

2662 W. Princeton Ave

Eau Claire, WI 54703