Fleet Asset Manager

Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands – Supervisor’s Office

Field Geologist/Physical Science Technician Resource Assistant

• Length: 52 weeks; full‑time 40 hrs/wk
• Location:
  
  2113 Osuna Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113
• Compensation: $18.75/hr (pre‑tax) + $1000/month housing allowance (paid $500 bi‑weekly, pre‑tax)
• Start Date:
  
  August 5, 2024
• Application Due Date:
  Submit at least six weeks before start date

Stewards Individual Placement Program enhances community development and resource stewardship. This role supports field geology tasks for Cibola NF & NG, including surveys of locatable minerals, abandoned mine lands (AML), and caves.

• Support geologists with minerals administration for hard‑rock mining & exploration, leasable/saleable mineral operations, AML closure and monitoring.
• Interact with the public on mining and USFS multi‑use mission; mostly field work with office time for data upload and organization.
• Develop GIS products, enter field data, write reports, and organize photos and imagery.
• Conduct strenuous field work: hiking steep terrain, carrying equipment, working in variable weather; some trips may require multi‑day camping.

• Degree in geology or a closely related science (e.g., environmental science, earth sciences, mine engineering, geohydrology, hydrology).
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Valid driver’s license, insurable by Conservation Legacy, and at least 3 years driving history or over 21 years old.
• Minimum age 18 and High School Diploma/GED.
• Must obtain a post‑secondary degree (Associate’s or higher) by end of service.

• Ability to work independently in office and field with minimal supervision.
• Basic map reading, GPS orientation, and aerial photo interpretation skills.
• Comfortable hiking cross‑country in rugged mountain environments.
• Experience with ArcGIS or Arc Pro and database management.

• $1000/month living allowance (pre‑tax).
• $50/month commuting allowance (pre‑tax).
• $4,750 Professional Development and Travel fund.
• On‑the‑job training related to position responsibilities.
• Health benefits after 60 days of employment.

The USFS Resource Assistant Program (RAP) is a rigorous, immersive, paid internship that offers developmental and training opportunities. After 960 hours of satisfactory work and completion of an associate degree, participants may obtain a two‑year certificate of noncompetitive hiring eligibility, enabling application to internal merit or Direct Hire Authority FS career positions.

Conservation Legacy is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, political affiliation, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please request a reasonable accommodation by contacting the hiring manager.