ECDP Natural Resources Technician – Grand Forks, ND

position Summary

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 natural resources projects supporting the Natural Resources Management (NRM) program at Grand Forks Air Force Base, ND.

Seeking a driven Natural Resources Technician to contribute to vital conservation and land management initiatives. This position is designed for an aspiring biologist or ecologist to gain direct, interdisciplinary experience addressing contemporary resource challenges. The successful candidate will utilize a variety of field survey methods to better understand the complex relationship between species and their habitat, making this the ideal role for someone eager for hands-on experience in ecological monitoring and habitat maintenance.

This position is not-to-exceed 84 working days, anticipated to start in May.

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 16 April, 2026 at 12:00 am MDT.

Position Location: Grand Forks Air Force Base, ND

Grand Forks AFB is located in the Heart of the Red River Valley at the junction of the Red Lake River and the Red River of the North. The Grand Forks area has 43 miles of biking, hiking and inline skating trails as well as a great mix of sporting events, and an energetic arts scene.

Essential Job Duties:

Fieldwork

• 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.

Administrative

• 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.

Conditions of Employment

• 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 be able to pass a federal background investigation to obtain a Department of Defense Installation Access Pass. You will need to possess a Real ID or passport
• Must be able to work long hours independently in remote, rugged field conditions under harsh weather conditions.

Supervision:

None

Minimum Qualifications

• 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)

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.