Wallowa-Whitman National Forest - Geologist Resource Assistant

Idaho Conservation Corps - Boise, ID

Full-time - Intern

Boise, ID

About the position

The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest - Geologist Resource Assistant position is a paid internship designed for individuals interested in pursuing careers within the Forest Service. The role involves working closely with Forest Service staff to conduct geologic surveys, investigations, and prepare reports on mineral resources. This immersive experience aims to equip interns with essential skills in leadership, critical thinking, and strategic communication, while contributing to mission-critical work in the Minerals and Geology Program.

Responsibilities

• Review Plan of Operations (PO) for completeness and conduct active mining site inspections.
• Work with supervisor on understanding law and policies related to the 1872 mining act and review POs accordingly.
• Inspect mine sites for accuracy of the plan, including Jeeping and OHV use.
• Conduct inspections of sites during active mining activities and post reclamation to ensure compliance with the PO.
• Keep records of sites, enter data onto NRM, and upload documents onto BOX (shared file system).
• Assist with site inspections and documentation of Abandoned Mine sites.
• Maintain a detailed log of best practices and field methods at abandoned mine sites.
• Hike to potential future sites to note GPS coordinates, terrain, and activity at abandoned mine sites.
• Collaborate with environmental engineering at active and potential CERCLA sites.
• Assist with site inspection of Mineral Material sites and document findings on Box drive.
• Catalog and inspect sites of mineral materials and note GPS coordinates, terrain, and activity.
• Build a foundation for collecting, analyzing, and logging data collected.
• Enter mineral material sales into NRM.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills and ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Skill in using desktop publishing software and technology applicable to electronic and print publication procedures, including Microsoft Office and Adobe software.
• Ability to gather and verify facts and develop clear and meaningful information for the intended audience.
• Ability to review and edit reports prepared by others to ensure clarity and eliminate misunderstandings.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with ArcGIS Pro.
• Understanding of report writing and mine site activities/general mining.
• Familiarity with the 1872 Mining Act and procedures for processing POs.
• Understanding of NEPA.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Housing Stipend/Assistance
• Transportation Assistance