​​We are recruiting Field Technicians for Snake River Plains Ground Squirrel Project 

Schedule: 3 or 6 days / week (either Mon,Wed,Fri  AND/OR Tues,Thur,Sat) 

~7:30am - 5:30pm beginning in early March until mid-May

$15/hr (paid training included)

 

You will be helping the Quantitative Conservation Lab led Dr. Jen Cruz (www.quantitativeconservationlab.com). To apply, please send your resume and availability by Monday 16th of February 2026, as well as any questions, to Mariah Hoel at mariahhoel@boisestate.edu   

 

Project Summary: The Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area (NCA) is a key breeding area for North American raptors and their prey. However, fire, invasive species, and grazing have caused ongoing habitat changes in the NCA, with unquantified impacts on the species that live there. We are evaluating distribution and spatial abundance of Snake River Plains Ground Squirrels in the NCA. Ground squirrels are important prey to a variety of predators including Prairie Falcons.

 

Position Description: You will be conducting field surveys of ground squirrels using presence surveys (by looking for scats and active burrows) and transect counts at multiple sites within the NCA. Occupancy surveys will occur in March. Transect surveys will occur in April (potentially going into early May). 

 

Requirements: Comfortable being outdoors without access to bathrooms or reception, working in varied weather conditions. You will be expected to walk long distances in rugged terrain. Attention to detail and care in collecting rigorous data. You will be able to complete training the first week of March prior to starting fieldwork. Prior experience with field work including using 4WD, entering data in survey123, or conducting avian point counts would be advantageous. 

 

The QCL and Boise State University are committed to providing equal and equitable employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, age, color, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or national and ethnic origin. If you need any assistance or accommodation when applying please email mariahhoel@boisestate.edu.