Overview
RMYC Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring/AIM Crew Member Jobs in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, USA at Americorps
RMYC Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (AIM) Crew Member
Ameri Corps Member Technicians will serve with an experienced Bureau of Land Management (BLM) crew lead to help collect soil and vegetation data. The crew will visit randomized points across range and forested lands and follow specific monitoring protocols using the BLM Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (AIM) methodology. More information on the BLM’s AIM Core Methods can be found at: (Use the “Apply for this Job” box below). toolbox.org/.
Typically each crew samples a minimum of 50 plots during the field season. At each plot, the crew will collect data using the following AIM Core Methods:
Line-Point Intercept, Species Richness, GAP and Soil Stability measurements. Additionally, plot characteristics will be recorded on plot, which includes digging a 70 cm soil pit and texturing all the layers to identify soil type. Data is entered electronically at the plot using Esri’s Collector and Survey 123 apps on a tablet. Data collected using the AIM Core Methods is used locally to renew grazing permits, assess sage grouse habitat, inform new oil and gas leases, and aid in writing Environmental Assessments for the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
At the national level, AIM data is used for a broad suite of scientific research, which includes creating remote sensing products and monitoring trends in land health across BLM lands. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.
Member
Duties
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¿ Drive safely on rough 4WD roads and on major highways
¿ Navigate to plots using quad maps, GPS units, and the Esri Collector app
¿ Collect data using AIM Core Methods (visit:  toolbox.org/) in Survey 123
¿ Assist crew lead in plant identification at each plot and in the office by using dichotomous keys
¿ Press and document unknown plant species to be identified during office hours
¿ Dig holes to a depth of 70 cm and record soil layers, textures, effervescence and color hues
¿ Carefully record data and meticulously perform data checks throughout the season
¿ Calibrate on data collection with the crew once a month or each time a new ecosystem is visited
¿ Hike long distances across uneven terrain with a heavy pack, often in uncomfortable environmental conditions (hot or cold weather, insects, steep slopes, etc.)
¿ Endure long periods of standing, bending, crouching, or stooping
Program Benefits :
Stipend , Training , Living Allowance ,
Education
award upon successful completion of service .
Terms :
Uniforms provided and required .
Service Areas :
None
Skills :
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Title: RMYC Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring/AIM Crew Member
Company: Americorps
Location: Steamboat Springs, Colorado, USA
Category: Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care (Environmental Science), Research/Development (Biology)
