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Position Information Classification TitleTemporary Hourly Employment CategoryTemporary Is this an Hourly position?Yes Work Hours/Week0-40 Overtime Eligible?Yes Position LocationDurango, CO Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?No Description of Work Unit The Colorado State Forest Service ( CSFS ) partnered with the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University in 2018 to develop a summer internship program that offers paid internships to undergraduate students. Intern positions provide students with in-depth learning and work experiences in natural resources. Internships include a 15-85% split between training for the student and hourly work for the CSFS , as defined below under "Duties and Responsibilities". Student interns prepare 2 written documents throughout their internship period to advance professional writing skills and encourage self-reflection. They also receive one-on-one mentoring and evaluations from their CSFS supervisor(s). A small professional development stipend will be made available to support costs/fees associated with trainings, workshops, conferences, and other applicable opportunities during the internship period. A housing stipend will be offered to interns to mitigate the cost of living in Colorado. This intern will be based out of the Durango Field Office (Durango, CO) in the CSFS Southwest Area and is directly supervised by Josh Braun, Forester. This office is currently staffed by a Supervisory Forester, two Lead Foresters, two Foresters, a Forestry Technician, and an Administrative Assistant. The intern at this office would be involved in Good Neighbor Authority ( GNA ) projects, forest management plans, and a variety of other duties related to supporting communities and landowners in their forest health and wildfire risk mitigation goals. Training opportunities may include but are not limited to: basic wildland fire fighting training, forestry insect and disease identification training, natural resource management networking opportunities, and more. We are seeking student interns who are professional, self-directed, innovative, and energetic. The applicant should enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds and respect different viewpoints. Of special interest are applicants that demonstrate a capacity to learn new skills, think critically, and serve as effective team members. · Housing stipends between $1,500 and $2,000 are available for each student to support costs associated with rent and utilities for the duration of the internship. · Small professional development stipends are available for each student to help with costs associated with conferences, workshops, trainings, etc. · Student might be exposed to poisonous plants, biting stinging insects, and wildlife during field work. · Ability to safely operate 4-wheel drive vehicles, UTVs/ATVs, and forest machinery and tools. · Ability to provide suitable work gear, including sturdy hiking boots, rain gear, sleeping bag, and other personal items related to camping and hiking. · Ability and willingness to travel throughout Colorado for 1-3 day-long trips to CSFS field offices, potentially requiring stays in hotels. Approved lodging and per diem expenses are covered (see GSA CONUS rates ( for Colorado). Search Contact EmailKristen Switzer, Kristen.Switzer@colostate.edu Position Summary · Good Neighbor Authority ( GNA ) forestry projects with the U.S. Forest Service and National Forest Foundation to treat insect and disease-infected trees, reduce hazardous fuels, and other activities to improve and restore forest and watershed health, including wildlife habitat. · Inventory, boundary layout, and mapping for forest management plans. · Other duties include sick tree calls, wildfire mitigation, and urban and community forestry. · Virtual and in-person meetings with local and federal partners, collaboratives, and private landowners. · Become familiar with ponderosa pine, pinon-juniper, and mixed conifer forest management techniques through exposure in the field, as well as reviewing and partaking in written forest management plans. · Learn to set up forest inventories in ArcGIS, Avenza, and Excel. · Learn to conduct forest inventories using laser range finders, tablets, D-tape, clinometer, GPS , increment borer, and other assessment tools and techniques. · Data analysis using FVS . · Map-making and exposure to GIS work. · GeoTracks exposure and entries. · Writing forest management plans. Position Minimum Qualifications · Undergraduate student pursuing a degree at a Colorado institution of higher education. Students can be any year or major. · Good academic standing with undergraduate institution ( GPA > 2.0). · Demonstrated career interest in forestry or natural resource fields. · Must have a valid driver's license, the ability to obtain a driver's license, or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date. · Experience working as an effective team member and clear communicator. · Exhibits a positive attitude and willingness to learn. Preferred Qualifications · Good written and oral communications. · Field experience and/or exposure to forestry and natural resources management. · Experience operating chainsaws, including official certification in chainsaw operation such as S-212. · Ability to (or willingness to learn how to) operate 4-wheel drive vehicles, manual transmission vehicles, and UTVs/ATVs in variable weather and road conditions. · Experience using forestry equipment (diameter tape, loggers tape, GPS , increment borer, etc.). · Experience identifying trees, grasses, forbs, and shrubs in the western U.S. · Experience navigating with maps, compass, and GPS units. Posting Details Working TitleStudent Internship Posting Number202400735T DepartmentColorado State Forest Service Salary Range$17.50/hr Employee Benefits 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, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion ( , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. Review our detailed benefits information here. ( Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator ( . Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in ( ! Close Date02/07/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. 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. Background Check Policy Statement 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 Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity ( is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu. The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University's Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education ( . Diversity Statement Demonstrated knowledge of, and relevant ability with, culturally diverse communities among potential target and constituent populations. Essential Job Duties Job Duty CategoryForest Management Duty/Responsibility · Good Neighbor Authority ( GNA ) forestry projects with the U.S. Forest Service and National Forest Foundation to treat insect and disease-infected trees, reduce hazardous fuels, and other activities to improve and restore forest and watershed health, including wildlife habitat. · Inventory, boundary layout, and mapping for forest management plans. · Other duties include sick tree calls, wildfire mitigation, and urban and community forestry. · Virtual and in-person meetings with local and federal partners, collaboratives, and private landowners. · Become familiar with ponderosa pine, pinon-juniper, and mixed conifer forest management techniques through exposure in the field, as well as reviewing and partaking in written forest management plans. · Learn to set up forest inventories in ArcGIS, Avenza, and Excel. · Learn to conduct forest inventories using laser range finders, tablets, D-tape, clinometer, GPS , increment borer, and other assessment tools and techniques. · Data analysis using FVS . · Map-making and exposure to GIS work. · GeoTracks exposure and entries. · Writing forest management plans. Percentage Of Time100% References Minimum References Required3 Maximum References Required3 Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Unofficial Transcripts Optional Documents

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