Native Seed Production Manager (USFWS, Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge)

The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife is recruiting one Native Seed
Production Manager stationed within the Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge. Under the direction of the
USFWS Refuge Manager.

The refuge seed production manager will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of the native seed
farming program at Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge. This individual should have some project
management experience, knowledge of native plant species and their requirements, and a general
understanding of plant propagation. This individual will be the designated liaison with the host site and
the greater Nevada Native Seed Partnership and will be responsible for leveraging the partnership
network to facilitate the native seed farming program at the refuge. This project is vital in establishing a
native seed source to further conservation efforts across the Great Basin.

Timeline:
● 1 Year (52-week) appointment beginning in Nov/Dec (flexible for the right candidate), pending
successful completion of DOI Background Investigation,
● Full-time (40 hrs./wk)

Location:
Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge - Located near Fallon, NV

Compensation and Benefits:
● Wage: $24.50/hr.
● Housing is available on site at the refuge managed by USFWS;
● Medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums available at no cost
● $25,000 Basic Life & AD&D insurance at no cost
● Paid leave and holidays
● 401K
● Access to Prodeals

● Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or Botany or related discipline, or a combination of relevant
education and field experience;
● Enthusiasm about the position, with interest in and knowledge of botany, nursery or farm
management, and /or plant propagation;
● Familiarity with native and invasive plants of the Great Basin;

● Proficiency using dichotomous keys, such as the Jepson Manual, to identify vascular plants;
● Experience with ArcGIS applications such as Field Maps;
● High level of proficiency leading field work in dynamic field settings;
● Excellent organizational skills;
● Experience with data entry and QA/QC procedures;
● Reliable, team-player with strong leadership and communication skills;
● Possession of a clean, valid, state-issued driver’s license.

To Apply

Please apply online through this application link by submitting an up-to-date resume, one page cover letter that details your interest in the position and any qualifications not fully described in your resume, contact information for three professional and/or academic references. Be sure to complete any preliminary questions prompted in the application and sign your application.

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