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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Job Description
Job Title:
Central Florida Invasive Species Coordinator
Job ID:
42400
Florida
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
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OFFICE LOCATION
Kissimmee, Florida (FL)
WORK WITH US
The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in more than 35 countries, all 50 United States, and your backyard. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Visit www.nature.org/aboutus to learn more.
The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k or savings-plan matching for eligible employees, 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.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Participate in the development and implementation of land management and monitoring projects at the Disney Wilderness Preserve (DWP) and other central Florida Programs with an emphasis on the invasive plant and ecological land management programs. This includes the following functions:
Leads work teams and supervises staff and contractors
Furthers the Conservancy’s strategic goals
Develops and implements preserve management plans
Maps, removes, and monitors non-native species
Acts as the Central Florida Herbicide Use Coordinator
Ensure maintenance of invasive species database and completion of herbicide use reports,
Participates as a fire crew member during prescribed burns and wildfires. Requires minimum TNC training and health standards for prescribed burning at the arduous level. For Florida: annual 45 pound pack test result of 45 minutes or less.
Requires NWCG 310-1 training for Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2). This requires the regular use of ignition devices, fire control hand tools, and operation of engines or tractor/tanker equipment.
Abililty to obtain Florida Certified Pesticide Applicator license within six (6) months of hire with category (21) for licensing of commercial applicators of herbicides in natural areas.
Participates as a lead for regional land management partnerships
Maintains tools and equipment
Operates heavy machinery
Conducts public outreach, including leading field trips and volunteer workdays
Assists with rare species and hydrological monitoring
Opens and closes preserve to the visiting public
Maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record for use of TNC-owned vehicles
Other duties as assigned by supervisor
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
BA/BS/AS/Technical or vocational degree in science-related field and 1 year related experience in custodial and ecological land management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of natural systems.
Experience in ecological land management principles.
Experience supervising staff.
Experience performing physical work.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1 – 2 years related experience in custodial and ecological land management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to recognize plant and animal species as required for preserve management activities.
Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, land management and natural resource preservation
Completing tasks independently with respect to timeline(s)
Managing time and diverse activities under deadlines while delivering quality results
Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g.; Word, Excel, Web browsers).
Working knowledge of ArcGIS and GPS units.
Communicating clearly via written, spoken and graphical means
Safe use of maintenance tools; including lawn mowers, power tools and construction tools
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT
Work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances. These conditions:
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.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply to position number 42400, submit resume and cover letter as one document. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on September 27, 2014.
Click “submit” to apply for the position or “save for later” to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. Failure to complete required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of men and women of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy’s background screening process.
