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The Nature Conservancy is the world’s leading conservation organization, working in all 50 states and more than 33 countries. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive. |
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS |
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Under the supervision of the Nachusa Grasslands Project Director and Restoration Ecologist, Assistant Stewards are needed for prairie and savanna management and restoration at Nachusa Grasslands, a 2,700 acre preserve near Dixon, IL. Stewards will work with a crew to remove invasive species and hand-collect native seeds. The weed work entails using backpack herbicide sprayers, mowers and hand tools to optimize early detection and removal. We hand harvest seed to restore degraded agricultural lands to high diversity prairie, wetlands, and savanna on site. These are great opportunities to learn about plants and animals, and natural areas management with an emphasis on ecological restoration. There are many other tasks such as fence building, fence removal, maintaining and cleaning buildings, setting up for events for visitors and members, running errands, and repairing equipment. Applicants should be able to work well with groups of people in the field. Course work in ecology or experience with natural area restoration is a plus. A bachelor degree is preferred. Interesting, educational, and challenging outside work at a dynamic restoration project. This is a great way to learn what it really takes to do natural areas management and restoration. This is a full-time job, short term position. $8.00 / Hour. Includes on-site housing; no pets. A valid driver's license is required. |
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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS |
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• High school diploma and 6 months of related experience
• Experience operating various types of equipment
• Experience performing physical work |
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ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION |
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This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with the Conservancy's Auto Safety Program. Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers." Please see further details in the Auto Safety Program document available at www.nature.org/careers.
Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:The Assistant Steward may work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
These conditions:
• require considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain
• present frequent possibility of injury
• require long hours in isolated settings |
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BENEFITS |
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The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond. |
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