Greetings from the Merriam-Powell Center for Environmental Research!

January 15 , 2008

Topics At A Glance; MPC December newsletter (in case you missed it last time) -- Message From The Dean -- A River Reborn continues to receive praise -- Forestry Seminars -- Arizona Science and Engineering Fair -- Call for Proposals for the Southwest Institute for Learning with Technology 2008 -- Francis Collins will speak at 33rd Annual WCBSUR Conference in San Diego Invitation to a National Science Foundation Workshop at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas -- Keystone Center National Listening Project -- MYRES 2008: Dynamic Interactions of Life and its Landscape Graduate Assistantships in a Worldwide Savanna Study -- Park Ranger (Interpretation), Navajo National Monument -- Program Coordinator Position for Yavapai County Cooperative Extension -- Senior Research Specialist Pima County -- Doctoral Grad Student - Wolong Nature Reserve, China -- Reserve Management Internship -- Research Technician -- Graduate (PhD) Assistantship – Bobcat Movement/Disease Study -- Tribal Energy Program -Summer Internship Program -- Vegetation Data Coordinator -- Restoration Job -- JOBS

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From the Dean
Welcome to 2008!  I hope that the holiday break provided peace and revitalization to all. 
There have, however, been many happenings and new opportunities arising over the past few weeks - forgive the length of this and scan for headings all the way down - plenty of important "news you can use."
Feb workshop about NSF funding opportunities in research and education:  Researchers and administrators from NAU (and other institutions) are being invited to a one-day workshop at University of Nevada - Las Vegas on Friday, Feb 8.  Registration is free but institutions and/or travelers will have to cover travel.  To quote the email invitation:  The workshop will provide an overview of the Foundation, its mission, priorities, and budget.  It will cover the NSF proposal and merit review process and NSF programs that cut across disciplines.  Additionally, representatives from the seven NSF directorates and the Office of International Science and Engineering will make presentations on their programs and will also be available individually and in breakout sessions for more specific discussions of potential research proposals.
If you are interested in / planning to go:  a) you are asked to pre-register by Friday, Feb 1 (I'm forwarding the email with the specifics of workshop agenda, preregistration, etc to department chairs and center directors, so get more details from them).  b) I suspect there are multiple people going from the college and the campus; I'd like to ask that you let Debbie James in our office know if you would be willing to travel together (eg by van) to save on travel costs and carbon footprint.  c) we may be able to subsidize all or part of travel costs (depending on how efficiently everyone travels) as part of the Dean's Travel Grants program.
Library on-line subscriptions: Access to the full JSTOR collections (many including key science journals) is now available through Cline Library!  (Many thanks to the president and provost for drawing on some of the health initiative funding to make this happen.)  And the on-line subscriptions to Science and Nature paid for by CENS operations should be beginning soon.
Congratulations to Distinguished Teaching Fellows finalists - A few weeks ago the college nominated a number of faculty as candidates for the initial cohort of Presidential Distinguished Teaching Fellows; I was extremely pleased to see so many nominations go in describing so many talented, dedicated, and influential teachers in our programs.  Three of our nominees -- David Pierotti, Liz Brauer, and Brandon Cruickshank -- have been selected as finalists and asked to prepare complete portfolios as applications.  No telling how many will ultimately be among the very small initial cohort of Fellows, but all three are deserving of recognition and congratulations for making it to the finalist stage.
Vietnam teaching opportunity:  Interested in an education exchange with Vietnam?  Paula Logie has an announcement of a call for proposals for the Vietnam Educational Foundation's exchange program for "U.S. Faculty Scholars" - a program for associate, full, or emeritus professors (who are US citizens) to teach (in English) at a Vietnamese university.  Teaching may be face-to-face (travel exchange) or by interactive, real-time video conferencing from your home location, during the 2008-09 year.  Courses are welcomed in any science, engineering, or mathematical discipline, at either graduate or undergraduate level.  Grants of up to $70,000 will be made to support these teaching activities.  Deadline is March 3; for more information obtain the announcement from Paula and contact the Foundation (we don't have any other information right now).
Congratulations, conservation biologists!  Congratulations to the many NAU faculty, staff, and students whose work in conservation biology has been recognized!  A recent review (Grant et al. 2007, Conservation Biology 21(5):1139-1144) assessed the productivity and impact of programs and of researchers in the 300-plus conservation programs in North America.  NAU placed in the top 40 by multiple measures, other programs usually being MUCH larger doctoral institutions.  This is a great (and well-earned) recognition of the quality of work done by our colleagues in Environmental Sciences, Biology, Forestry, Merriam-Powell, Center for Sustainable Environments, and other units on campus.
Faculty leadership of CENS spring/summer Europe trip:  Most of you know that we have a long record of sending 10-12 students for a brief (~ 2 week) visit to partner universities in Germany and Poland where we have longstanding connections.  Typically these trips happen in May or June (and those institutions send us students and faculty during the fall).  Increased logistical support is available through the Center for International Education, but we seek to identify 1-2 members of the college who would be interested in leading this student trip.  There are many opportunities to visit engineering-related classes and industrial operations in Dresden and elsewhere, and increasing options to visit basic science labs and researchers as well.  These trips have been extraordinarily effective at enticing students to consider study abroad, language study, and other international activities.  If you would be open to leading such a trip this summer, please let me know as soon as possible.
North Campus Wireless:  Great news on north campus - the new wireless installation is complete in buildings 17, 19, 20, 21, and (soon) 88!  New Cisco router technology has been installed (there are some extra security/authorization issues, I believe, and we are expecting a report from Pete Gomersall to let us know of any special steps required).  This project was funded by the Student IT fee and is intended to facilitate learning of all kinds through providing ubiquitous access to Cline Library, networking, and other resources - so please think about how best to take advantage of this environment.
CENS Career Fair:  The Career Fair, organized by our student Ambassadors, will be March 11 (date correction) - we may have an expanded venue allowing for more companies and agencies to be represented.  It's crucial that faculty encourage student awareness, participation, and taking advantage of pre-Fair workshops offered by Graylynn Hudson; it is also crucial that you direct any potential employers or agencies to the Fair web site (http://www.cens.nau.edu/Orgs/ACENS/career-fair.php) or pass names of potential employers to Graylynn.  Have a good weekend and a good start to classes next week!
Laura Foster Huenneke, Ph.D.,  Dean, College of Engineering & Natural Sciences, Northern Arizona University, Phone            (928) 523-2701   www.nau.edu/cens


A River Reborn continues to receive praise
Hope y'all are having a happy new year. I just wanted to say hi and get out the word that our latest film, A River Reborn continues to receive praise. In November it won its 3rd award: the "Audience Favorite Award" at the 2007 annual conference of the North American Association for Environmental Education.
A trailer for A River Reborn is now online at URTH.TV. This is part of the Wild & Scenic Environmental Film Festival in Nevada City, CA where it will be screened on 1/12/08. This fest claims to be the largest environmental Film Festival in the world. You can view our trailer by clicking here  www.urth.tv/content/blogcategory/224/449/6/6/ and scrolling to the bottom of the page.
Please give it your vote, contribute your comments, and share with a friend. This will help us in attracting attention to A River Reborn at this important Film Festival and across the web.
Stefan Sommer, Director of Education, Merriam-Powell Center, Northern Arizona University
www.RiverReborn.org

Forestry Seminars
Our latest seminar information is at:
http://www.for.nau.edu/cms/content/view/684/955

Arizona Science and Engineering Fair will be conducted in Phoenix this year.  There will be just one fair for the state.  They need judges.
Arizona Science and Engineering Fair provides a venue for students from across Arizona to present their research in a fair and equitable arena that identifies the success of every student and recognition of their efforts. Through the AzSEF, onsite training, curriculum and resources are provided to participating schools, teachers and students throughout Arizona.
Science fairs provide a life long experience for students. Science projects give students the opportunity to learn the process of science, develop critical thinking and problem solving skills and provides a hands-on approach to learning.

Learn the process of science, develop critical thinking and problem solving skills and provides a hands-on approach to learning.   http://azsef.asu.edu/home.html   Follow link to judges.
Thanks ,  Mansel A. Nelson, Program Coordinator, 928.523.1275.Environmental Education Outreach Program,  Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals  mansel.nelson@nau.edu


   *Papers or Student Poster*
We invite participants to submit a presentation or student poster proposal for the *Southwest Institute for Learning with Technology 2008 @ Northern Arizona University *(formerly the NAU e-Learning Institute) to be held on May 19-21 in Flagstaff, Arizona. Just an hour and half from the Grand Canyon, the mountains of Flagstaff offer a cool summer retreat for a practical institute focusing on effective applications of technology in the university setting. The Southwest Institute for Learning with Technology is a perfect venue to share best practices and learn from experienced instructors as well as enjoy Flagstaff's wonderful scenery and local attractions. All registration fees will be waived for accepted proposals.
*Deadlines for submission:* February 15, 2008.   *Notifications of Acceptance:* February 29, 2008.  
Track Descriptions <https://webmail.nau.edu/redirect?http://www2.nau.edu/%7Ed-elearn/events/callForProposalsDetails.php?EVENT_ID=142>
Guidelines for Submission <https://webmail.nau.edu/redirect?http://www2.nau.edu/%7Ed-elearn/events/callForProposalsGuidelines.php?EVENT_ID=142>
Online Submission Form <https://webmail.nau.edu/redirect?http://www2.nau.edu/%7Ed-elearn/events/callForProposalsSubmit.php?EVENT_ID=142&ID=>
For more information contact:   Sharon Gorman , Conference Organizer , Phone: (928)523-0278
Email: Sharon.Gorman@nau.edu

Francis Collins will speak at 33rd Annual WCBSUR Conference in San Diego
Please note this unique opportunity for our undergraduates involved in research.  It would be great if some of them could attend this conference in San Diego in April.  It focuses on undergraduate research in the biological sciences, and the keynote address for this particular conference is by Dr. Francis Collins, entitled "Genomics and the Future of Medicine and Society".  Let me know if you have students who might be interested.  Thanks, Maribeth

     Information regarding the 33rd Annual West Coast Biological Sciences Undergraduate Research Conference is now available online at the website shown below.    The Conference will take place on Saturday, April 12, 2008, on the campus of Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego.    Dr. Francis Collins, a member of the National Academy of Sciences and the Director of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), will be our keynote speaker.    His seminar is entitled “Genomics and the Future of Medicine and Society”.     If you direct undergraduates in research, please bring this information to their attention and encourage them to consider attending.   The registration deadline is February 29, 2008.    Michael McConnell, Program Organizer, 33rd Annual WCBSUR Conference, http://www.pointloma.edu/Biology/WCBSURConference.htm

Invitation to a National Science Foundation Workshop at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.   These workshops can be useful, especially for those trying to understand and break into the NSF system. This one is also relatively close. Let me know if anyone is interested in attending.  Happy New Year everyone! Maribeth
     The National Science Foundation and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas will be holding a one-day workshop on Friday, February 8, 2008. We want to extend an invitation to you and to anyone else at your institution who would like to attend this workshop and learn more about the NSF and its programs.
     The workshop will provide an overview of the Foundation, its mission, priorities, and budget. It will cover the NSF proposal and merit review process and NSF programs that cut across disciplines. Additionally, representatives from the seven NSF directorates and the Office of International Science and Engineering will make presentations on their programs and will also be available individually and in breakout sessions for more specific discussions of potential research proposals.
     The National Science Foundation is charged with keeping our nation’s science and engineering enterprise healthy, dynamic, and relevant and with advancing science, mathematics, engineering, and technology education at all levels from pre-K through postdoctoral. It is our hope that events such as this will stimulate new interest in NSF programs at institutions that have not been among our traditional customers, as well as at premier research institutions.
     There is no registration fee for this workshop; however, preregistration is required. Please register by Friday, February 1, 2008. A registration form is enclosed. You can register by sending the requested information by email to _gwilson@nsf.gov_ <mailto:gwilson@nsf.gov> or by faxing or mailing the registration as indicated on the form.
     The workshop will be held at the Student Union on the UNLV campus. A map of the campus can be found at _http://maps.unlv.edu/map-main.html_. We expect that both those familiar with NSF programs and those who should be will find "NSF Day at UNLV" useful and informative. We hope to see you there. Sincerely,  Jeff Nesbit , Director , Office of Legislative and Public Affairs
*Agenda*   *February 8, 2008*
*7:30 - 8:30 a.m. — Registration*
*8:30 - 8:45 a.m. — Welcoming Remarks*
*8:45 - 9:30 a.m. — Introduction to NSF – The Basics*
*9:30 – 10:30 a.m. — NSF Proposal and Merit Review Process*
*10:30 – 10:45 a.m. — Break*
*10:45 – 11:30 p.m. — Cross-Disciplinary and Special Interest Programs*
*11:30 – 12:15 p.m. — International Programs*
*12:15 – 1:15 p.m. — Lunch (On your own)*
*1:15 – 1:45 p.m. — EPSCoR (?)*
*1:45 – 2:45 p.m. Concurrent Directorate Sessions* (formal presentations)
     *Biological Sciences*        *Computer & Information Science & Engineering*
     *Education and Human Resources*      *Engineering*,
     *Geosciences*,      *Mathematical and Physical Sciences*,
     *Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences*
*2:45 – 3:00 p.m. — Break and Refreshments *
*3:00 – 4:00 p.m. — Concurrent Breakout Sessions* (Informal conversations with program managers from BIO, MPS, CISE, ENG, SBE, EHR, GEO)
*4:00 Adjourn*   
*Registration Form*
Name:    Job Title:     Department:    Institution:     Address:    City: State: Zip:   Phone: Email:  
Please indicate the directorate session you expect to attend:
 + Biological Sciences    + Computer & Information Science & Engineering    + Mathematical and Physical Sciences    + Engineering      + Geosciences      + Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences     + Education and Human Resources
*Workshop* L*ocation: Student Union * * University of Nevada, Las Vegas*
*There is no registration fee for this workshop; however preregistration is required. Please register by February 1, 2008. You will be emailed a parking pass and parking map to use on the day of the workshop, along with more detailed location information.*
You may register by emailing the above information to_<mailto:gwilson@nsf.gov>
Or return this form by mail or fax to the National Science Foundation Office of Legislative and Public Affairs, attention George Wilson, fax number 703-292-9173, address:  National Science Foundation,  Office of Legislative and Public Affairs , 4201 Wilson Blvd., Room 1245 ,            Arlington, VA 22230 ,   Attn: George Wilson

Keystone Center national listening project
The Keystone Center is conducting a national listening project, under a grant from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, on the following question: "What are the major challenges to biodiversity conservation over the next 5 to 10 years and beyond, and what might be the most significant opportunities for philanthropic impact?" Your participation will have a direct impact on future philanthropic investments in biodiversity and wildlife habitat protection. As part of the project, an online survey and a discussion have been prepared for interested people to contribute their voice to the discussion. When you click on the link below, you will have access to a 10-minute survey that will gather your input on the question in a simple electronic format. You will also have access to a discussion forum, in which key topics are available for commentary. Once you complete the survey, you will be able to access the rolling results and return to the forum page. <http://keystone.org/spp/env_DDCF.html>http://keystone.org/spp/env_DDCF.html We would ask, after completing the survey, that you forward the survey and discussion link to others in your network or organization, and post it on websites you have access to, or refer the program staff (below) to your web content administrator. If you are interested in knowing more about the project or participating in others ways (interviews, regional meetings), don't hesitate to contact Ed Moreno, of the project staff, whose contact information is listed below. Thank you for your interest. Ed Moreno, The Keystone Center – Southwest 7 Conchas Court Santa Fe NM 87508 , 505-466-2006 <http://b10.mail.yahoo.com/ym/seventh-generation.org/Compose?To=emoreno@keystone.org>emoreno@keystone.org

MYRES 2008:
Dynamic Interactions of Life and its Landscape WHAT? An international workshop for early-career scientists interested in linking physical and biological processes on the Earth's surface. Through a combination of presentations, poster sessions, and extensive discussions, we will formulate a hypothesis-driven framework for examining geomorphic-ecologic feedbacks. WHERE? MYRES 2008 will take place on the campus of Tulane University in New Orleans, LA, USA. MYRES will provide all attendees with airfare to New Orleans and lodging at the International House Hotel. WHEN? Tuesday, May 20 to Friday, May 23, 2008. Following the workshop there will be an optional two days of field trips around the Mississippi Delta. Applications will be accepted through January 22nd, 2008. WHO? All young researchers* interested in pushing forward the science of ecogeomorphology. (*assistant professors, junior lecturers, postdocs, PhD students.) We hope to assemble a diverse international group of geomorphologists and ecologists to contribute to interdisciplinary discussions, and we welcome applications from scientists in all fields. HOW DO I APPLY? Visit our website to fill out the MYRES 2008 Delegate Application Form here: http://www.myres.org/myres3/application.html We have recently streamlined our application process. Please contact me ( myres2008@gmail.com ) if you have any questions or difficulties. Applications will be accepted through January 22nd, 2008. Please visit our website for more information and to apply online: http://www.myres.org/myres3/ We hope to see you in New Orleans! Sincerely, Matthew Wolinsky, National Center for Earth-surface Dynamics, USA, MYRES 2008 Organizing Committee myres2008@gmail.com

Graduate Assistantships in a Worldwide Savanna Study Texas State University – San Marcos, Department of Biology University of Arizona – Tucson, School of Natural Resources  We are seeking two graduate students to conduct research on the relative importance of different resources - water, nutrients, light - on savanna tree seedlings and how their establishment and growth is affected by defoliation and competition from grasses. The research will be carried out as separate but coordinated projects in central Texas and in southeastern Arizona; and the experimental design will be repeated at a third site in the United States, and
additional sites across Africa, Australia, Asia and South America, as part of a network of coordinated global seedling establishment experiments. The overall goal of the project is to develop a unified theory of how trees and grasses coexist in savannas, addressing whether savanna species show convergent adaptations for environmental conditions, or whether there are differences related to continent of origin or species phylogenies.
     The project is in part funded by the Shell Research Foundation and in part by Texas State University and the University of Arizona in the form of teaching assistantships. Additional funding through internal and external grants is possible. The application deadlines for the fall semester 2008 are fast approaching (February 1 at Texas State!). Please direct inquiries to:
Dr. Susan Schwinning or Dr. Steve Archer, Biology Department School of Natural Resources
Texas State University University of Arizona, San Marcos TX 78666 Tucson, AZ 85721-0043
Phone: 512-245-3753 Phone: 520-743-2319, Email: schwinn@txstate.edu email: sarcher@at.arizona.edu,  www.bio.txstate.edu/%7eschwinn/labindex.html http://ag.arizona.edu/research/archer/

Park Ranger (Interpretation)                                     Navajo National Monument
RECRUITMENT BULLETIN:  NAVA-08-03
OPENING DATE:                                December 3, 2007
CLOSING DATE:                                February 1, 2008
AREA OF CONSIDERATION:            LOCAL REMOTE ISOLATED AREA**
**     Must have current residence to the remote and isolated area of up to a 50 mile radius from Navajo National Monument.
POSITION TITLE AND GRADE:                                            OFFICE AND LOCATION:
Park Ranger (Interpretation)                                          Navajo National Monument
GS-0025-05 ($13.58 per hour)                                        HC-71 Box 3
(2-6 positions may be filled)                                                        Tonalea, AZ  86044-9704
                                                5 days a week, 8:00  -5:00 pm
                                                                                                Monday through Friday
                                                                                                (928) 672-2706 /(928) 672-2720
LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT:  Total work under this seasonal and temporary appointment is expected to last from four to six months, (not to exceed 1040 working hours in a service year) beginning approximately May 12, 2008, but may be terminated at any time prior to the end of the projected season.  WORK SCHEDULES:  Tour of duty will normally be full-time, 40 hours per week, but may include periods of overtime work, weekends, nights and holidays.  Alternative work schedules subject to approval.  OTHER TOURS OF DUTY MAY BE AVAILABLE SUCH AS PART-TIME OR INTERMITTENT.  PLEASE WRITE ON APPLICATION THE TOUR OF DUTY FOR WHICH YOU WISH TO BE CONSIDERED.  Work is expected to begin approximately May 12, 2008.
AREA INFORMATION:  The Monument headquarters is located on a remote sandstone plateau in northeastern Arizona on the Navajo Indian Reservation at an elevation of about 7300 feet.  The upland area is semi-arid, with pinyon and juniper forests and associated semi-desert plants and animals, with isolated pockets of alpine timber in nearby canyons.  Deep canyons originate near each separate unit of the Monument, where well-preserved ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings are found.  Daytime temperatures range from 85° F to 95° F during the summer months and from 25° F to 35° F during winter months.  Limited shopping and medical facilities are available in Kayenta, Arizona (35 miles distant).  Major shopping, medical and dental facilities are available in Farmington, NM and Flagstaff, AZ.  Both are approximately 150 miles distant.
BRIEF STATEMENT OF DUTIES FOR GS-5 PARK RANGER POSITION:  Will work under the supervision of the Supervisory Park Ranger.  Interpretive duties will include researching, preparing and presenting theme-based, interpretive programs to visitors about the cultural and natural resources of the monument.  Program subjects will focus on the relevant archeological and anthropological understanding of the ancestral Pueblo cliff dwellings, but may also include a wide array of area subjects such as: Geology, Biology, Botany, Zoology, Outdoor (or traditional) Education; etc.  Program formats may include the following:  conducted interpretive hikes; interpretive talks; roving informal interpretation; cultural demonstrations; illustrated interpretive programs; evening programs in the campfire circle; and curriculum-based programs.
Additional responsibilities will include: opening/closing and staffing Visitor Center on schedule; staffing an information desk as scheduled; entering the ancestral Pueblo cliff dwellings of Betatakin, Keet Seel and Inscription House ruins; responsibly leading and managing tour groups on trails and into the alcoves and ruin areas; assisting visitors in need of first aid or emergency transport, according to level of training; providing protection and general security to the cultural and natural resources of the Monument--within the scope of duties; and hiking patrols to monitor Inscription House ruin and other areas.  Extended duty (approximately 3 to 5 days) at remote, backcountry duty station is often scheduled for GS-5 Park Ranger positions at approximately 1 to 3 times a month.
Other duties include assisting Monument operations in following procedures for:  communicating by 2-way radio; taking backcountry permit reservations for ruin tours; distributing visitor survey cards; recording and reporting visitor, weather & other statistics; responding to visitor information requests by telephone, correspondence or e-mail; participating in trail cleanup, etc. Selectees will assist visitors with information and sales in the Visitor Center.  Following training, incumbent must also be able to responsibly operate a cash register and handle sales of merchandise and receipts of Western National Parks Association retail outlet.
WORKING CONDITIONS include potential exposure to environmental hazards in sandstone canyon country, such as adverse weather, risky heights, rockfall, strenuous hiking, extreme heat, direct sunlight etc., and exposure to snakes, scorpions, bees, mosquitoes etc.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  The work involves extensive periods of standing, walking, hiking, and in some cases over rough surfaces or inclines, carrying backpacks from 15 to 25 pounds especially for backcountry duty.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR A GS-5 PARK RANGER POSITION:  Applicants must meet qualification standards as outlined by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM).  Qualification Standards for General Schedule positions for the GS-0025 Park Ranger series are listed below:
GS-05 Park Ranger: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least a GS-04 in the Federal Service OR a four (4) year course of studies above High School, leading to a Bachelor's degree with 24 semester hours of related course work.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR A GS-5 PARK RANGER POSITION:  Experience which is directly related to the position to be filled (including but not limited to:  public speaking; leading tours or managing groups; presenting talks; experience as an educator; working an information desk; experience in working/volunteering with authorized archeological or anthropological projects; operating a cash register or working/volunteering with related activities), and which has equipped the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. 
COMBINING EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE FOR A GS-5 PARK RANGER POSITION:  Equivalent combination of the education and experience defined above is also qualifying.  Applicants substituting education for experience must submit a copy of their college transcripts for verification of technical subjects required for this position. If copies are not submitted, education claimed on application or resume will not be used for qualifications.
Volunteer experience is creditable as work experience and should be included if appropriate and pertinent to the position.
Applicant must meet qualification requirements by the closing date of this bulletin.
Applicants must possess (or be able to obtain) a valid State driver's license and qualify to operate Government motor vehicles.
NAVAJO NATIONAL MONUMENT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
HOW TO APPLY:  PLEASE CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW THE  NFORMATION PROVIDED BELOW:   Applicants must submit the following forms to: 
Navajo National Monument, ATTN: Administrative Officer  ,HC-71 Box 3
Tonalea, Arizona  86044-9704 ,Or call 928-672-2706 or 672-2720 for more information. If you wish to submit in person, please bring all forms in from Monday through Friday and between 8am & 5pm local time. 
Be sure to include the recruitment bulletin number on your application.
You may apply for this job with one of the following:  OF-612, Optional Application for Federal Employment OR  - SF-171, Application for Federal Employment  OR - Résumé or written application that contains information specified in OF-510, Applying for Federal Jobs.
Applications must be typed or printed in dark ink.  Applicants qualifications will be based solely on the information submitted in their applications.  Applications and related forms must be received or postmarked no later than the closing date of this bulletin.  If mailed, applications must be received within 5 calendar days after the closing date to ensure consideration. 
HOUSING INFORMATION:  Government housing may be available.
For additional information about this position please contact:
Administrative Officer, Navajo National Monument , HC-71 Box 3 , Tonalea, Arizona  86044-9704 ,or call (928) 672-2706 or 928-672-2720, Monday through Friday between 8am and 5pm local time.

Posted Rate of Pay $29,443 - $35,552, Annually  Job Open Date: 1-02-2008   Job Close Date: Open Until Filled,  Review Begins:  1-10-2008 , Full Time, Benefits Eligible
     The primary purpose of the Program Coordinator position is to develop and deliver Cooperative Extension program addressing water resource education for Yavapai County residents. This position will develop partnerships, develop educational models and materials, coordinate activities, plan and deliver seminars/workshops for adult and youth audiences.  The Program Coordinator will assist in coordination and delivery of the Arizona Project WET (Water Education for Teachers) and the Master Watershed Steward (MWS) volunteer training program in addition to addressing other issues related to water quality/quantity. The position will work under the supervision of the Yavapai County Extension Agent responsible for Agriculture and Natural Resources programs and coordinate activities with the Arizona Project WET (APW) Statewide Specialist.  Travel throughout the county is frequently required.
    For a complete job description and to apply, please go to:  http://www.uacareertrack.com  <http://www.uacareertrack.com%A0> click on **Search Postings** on the left menu and type in Job Number: **39921**
Abe Springer, Ph.D. , Associate Professor, Department of Geology , NAU Coordinator, Arizona Water Institute, Northern Arizona University , ph (928) 523-7198 (is forwarded to my cell phone)
fax (928) 523-9220   e-mail: abe.springer@nau.edu

Tribal Energy Program -Summer Internship Program
Application Postmarked: February 22, 2008
Location:Sandia National Laboratories, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Internship Duration: 12 weeks
Background: The Tribal Energy Program promotes tribal energy self-sufficiency, economic development and employment on tribal lands through the use of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.
Eligibility: Current college upper-classmen and graduate students, who are familiar with Native American culture and tribal issues, are needed to support the Tribal Energy Program efforts with technical project tasks. Students are needed to assist a cross-disciplinary team to perform specific tasks. Interactions will be with Sandia’s renewable energy staff, Native American tribes interested in renewable systems and Sandia’s American Indian Outreach Committee. Instant immersion in these activities is offered in working directly with experienced and internationally recognized peers. Travel will be required, including field visits to renewable energy projects.  Required: As authorized by the Tribal Energy Program, the student applicant must be a US Citizen and be a Native American as defined as a member of a recognized Federally-recognized Tribe, Alaska Village or Alaska Corporation (not state-recognized, not bands or groups, or first peoples of Guam or Hawaii).Specific interest in renewable energy is required. Applicants must pass a pre-employment background check.
Application Instructions:  Apply to contact address listed at the top of the announcement prior to the deadline.  Apply using a personal resume including GPA and all relevant work experience and outside activities. Include your phone number and email address. Include all college transcripts (official copies are required)  Complete the questionnaire included with this announcement.  Salary & Relocation Expenses:  •Salary commensurate with number of hours completed by the end of the 2007 Fall semester in an appropriate technical major   •Sandia will pay relocation expenses (mileage and per diem or round-trip airfare) for a school site > 50 miles from Albuquerque, New Mexico
Apply to:  Sandra K. Begay-Campbell, Sandia National Laboratories, 1515 Eubank SE, MS 1110Building 6585, Room 1905, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87123, Telephone: (505) 844-5418,   skbegay@sandia.gov