Research Assistant I (CRI – Center for Biocultural Conservation (CBC)
$12.37 - $12.37 USD hourly
Job Description Summary
Character of Duties: Assist with native-plant surveys, monitoring, and other field support activities; Assist with seed collection, plant propagation, nursery care, and greenhouse maintenance; Assist with site preparation, out planting, watering, weeding, and restoration maintenance; Assist with invasive-plant control and other habitat-management activities under supervision; Prepare, clean, organize, and inventory field equipment, tools, and supplies; Collect routine field measurements, observations, photographs, and location data; Maintain accurate field notes, data sheets, and project files; Assist with trail maintenance and access to monitoring transects and sensitive sites; Follow permit conditions, biosecurity practices, and procedures for protected species; Assist with educational displays, community outreach, and natural-resource activities; Support vehicle, equipment, nursery, and work-area upkeep; Perform other duties as assigned;
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent; One (1) year of work experience OR 30 college credits OR a combination of college credits, work experience, and/or training;
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with native-plant conservation, nursery or greenhouse work, forest restoration, or environmental fieldwork in Guam, the CNMI , or another Pacific island community; Experience in field-safety, pesticide-handler, or equipment training;
Work Schedule
Temporary, Full-Time, 40 hours per week
Other Information
Work Eligibility: Submission of completed job applications authorizes the Research Corporation of the University of Guam to seek and obtain information regarding the applicant’s suitability for employment. All factors which are job related may be investigated (i.e., previous employment, educational credentials, and criminal records). All information obtained may be used to determine the applicant’s eligibility for employment in accordance with equal employment opportunity guidelines. In addition, the applicant releases previous employers and job-related sources from legal liability for the information provided. Federal law requires presentation of eligibility to work in the United States within seventy-two (72) hours of reporting for employment. Specifically, 8 USC 1324A requires the employer to verify the identity and eligibility to work in the United States of all newly hired employees. The Research Corporation of the University of Guam is required to comply with this law on a non-discriminatory basis. If you are hired to fill a position with the Research Corporation of the University of Guam, you will be required to present valid documents to comply with this law. Police and Court Clearance: Pursuant to Public Law No. 28-24 and Executive Order No. 2005-34, applicants selected for a position are required to provide original police and court (Superior Court of Guam) clearances of no more than three (3) months old prior to commencement of employment. Off-island applicants must obtain clearances from their place of residence. Applicants are responsible for fees associated with obtaining the clearances. Should an applicant be convicted of any crimes other than a minor traffic violation, all applicable information must be provided in the form of a police clearance report and court clearance report. Failure to admit any felony convictions may result in immediate disqualification or disciplinary action. Section 25103, Chapter 25, Title 10 of the Guam Code Annotated requires college or university employees to undergo a physical examination, to include a test for tuberculosis (skin or x-ray), prior to employment and at least annually thereafter. A report of such examination must be conducted by a licensed physician within a state or territory of the United States and must be submitted upon request. Upon selection of hire, you will be required to provide additional documents (if necessary) as condition of employment.
Character of Duties: Assist with native-plant surveys, monitoring, and other field support activities; Assist with seed collection, plant propagation, nursery care, and greenhouse maintenance; Assist with site preparation, out planting, watering, weeding, and restoration maintenance; Assist with invasive-plant control and other habitat-management activities under supervision; Prepare, clean, organize, and inventory field equipment, tools, and supplies; Collect routine field measurements, observations, photographs, and location data; Maintain accurate field notes, data sheets, and project files; Assist with trail maintenance and access to monitoring transects and sensitive sites; Follow permit conditions, biosecurity practices, and procedures for protected species; Assist with educational displays, community outreach, and natural-resource activities; Support vehicle, equipment, nursery, and work-area upkeep; Perform other duties as assigned;
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent; One (1) year of work experience OR 30 college credits OR a combination of college credits, work experience, and/or training;
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with native-plant conservation, nursery or greenhouse work, forest restoration, or environmental fieldwork in Guam, the CNMI , or another Pacific island community; Experience in field-safety, pesticide-handler, or equipment training;
Work Schedule
Temporary, Full-Time, 40 hours per week
Other Information
Work Eligibility: Submission of completed job applications authorizes the Research Corporation of the University of Guam to seek and obtain information regarding the applicant’s suitability for employment. All factors which are job related may be investigated (i.e., previous employment, educational credentials, and criminal records). All information obtained may be used to determine the applicant’s eligibility for employment in accordance with equal employment opportunity guidelines. In addition, the applicant releases previous employers and job-related sources from legal liability for the information provided. Federal law requires presentation of eligibility to work in the United States within seventy-two (72) hours of reporting for employment. Specifically, 8 USC 1324A requires the employer to verify the identity and eligibility to work in the United States of all newly hired employees. The Research Corporation of the University of Guam is required to comply with this law on a non-discriminatory basis. If you are hired to fill a position with the Research Corporation of the University of Guam, you will be required to present valid documents to comply with this law. Police and Court Clearance: Pursuant to Public Law No. 28-24 and Executive Order No. 2005-34, applicants selected for a position are required to provide original police and court (Superior Court of Guam) clearances of no more than three (3) months old prior to commencement of employment. Off-island applicants must obtain clearances from their place of residence. Applicants are responsible for fees associated with obtaining the clearances. Should an applicant be convicted of any crimes other than a minor traffic violation, all applicable information must be provided in the form of a police clearance report and court clearance report. Failure to admit any felony convictions may result in immediate disqualification or disciplinary action. Section 25103, Chapter 25, Title 10 of the Guam Code Annotated requires college or university employees to undergo a physical examination, to include a test for tuberculosis (skin or x-ray), prior to employment and at least annually thereafter. A report of such examination must be conducted by a licensed physician within a state or territory of the United States and must be submitted upon request. Upon selection of hire, you will be required to provide additional documents (if necessary) as condition of employment.