Wildlife Monitor (NPS, Mojave National Preserve)

The Research Associate Program at GBI, in cooperation with NPS at the Mojave National Preserve (MOJA), is recruiting 1 Wildlife Monitor to participate in the survey, documentation, and management of its wildlife. During road and related developments in MOJA, the Wildlife Monitor will conduct field surveys and construction monitoring. Wildlife observations and data within and around the park will also be recorded and analyzed by the Monitor. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Monitor project areas during construction or other activities that could be destructive to habitat or potentially hazardous to endangered or threatened species;
• Collect data and manage large datasets;
• Work collaboratively with Managers and other Resource Management staff;
• Analyze wildlife observations and data within and around MOJA;
• Assist ongoing resource-based activities by monitoring park resources, sometimes utilizing volunteers; and
• Create, promote, facilitate and/or improve the public understanding of natural, cultural, historic, recreational, and other aspects of MOJA.

Authorized Mojave Desert Tortoise field biologists are encouraged to apply.

Timeline:

• June 16th 2025– May 22nd, 2026; 49 weeks;
• Full time (40 hours/week); and
• Schedule: Schedule: 4-10’s or 5, 4, 9’s (subject to change as needed).

Location:

Mojave National Preserve (MOJA) is 1.6 million acres, with about 44% of it designated as Wilderness. While most of MOJA is made up of the Mojave Desert, components of the Great Basin Desert are found in higher elevations and parts of the southern portion of the park are made up of the Sonoran Desert. Resources of the region include threatened and/or endangered species habitat, big game habitats, abandoned mine lands, and historic and prehistoric cultural sites.

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation: $22.50 hourly;

Benefits:

• Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental (with option to upgrade in coverage), and vision insurance premiums;
• $25,000 Basic Life & AD&D insurance at no cost;
• Personal leave and holidays; and
• Access to Pro Deals.

Housing: Will be provided to the selected participant at no additional cost. The Park will provide housing in a dormitory. The interns will have a private room with a shared bath, shared kitchen and common areas, located in Kelso, CA.

Required:

• Must meet the Public Land Corps Hiring Authority age and citizenship requirements (see more information in PLC section below);
• Possess reliable vehicle or other form of transportation;
• Possess a valid, state-issued driver’s license and clean driving record;
• Previous experience monitoring on Mojave Desert tortoise projects or working with Mojave Desert tortoise; and
• Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, Natural Resources, or a closely related field in the biological sciences.

Preferred:

• Previous U.S. Fish and Wildlife approval as a