Coastal Conservation Technician in Nassawadox, Virginia

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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.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Coastal Conservation Technician assists science and conservation staff with program activities at the Virginia Coast Reserve including stewardship for beach nesting shorebirds and waterbirds, marine habitat restoration, education and outreach events, and preserve management and maintenance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Coastal Conservation Technician will assist the science staff at the Virginia Coast Reserve (VCR) with the following activities: posting and patrolling beach nesting bird habitat, educating preserve visitors about beach nesting birds, maintaining signage, conducting visitor surveys, collecting eelgrass reproductive shoots, maintaining an eelgrass seed curing facility and oyster reef and scallop restoration efforts. He/She will assist conservation staff at VCR with a variety of education and outreach events and with various preserve management and maintenance activities such as trail maintenance and general facility upkeep. Additional duties may be assigned. The position requires one to keep organized notes, ride on boats frequently and perform physically strenuous work in outdoor settings.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE

• Will work under close supervision and receive specific and detailed instructions for required tasks.
• Will frequently interact with preserve visitors and TNC staff, partners and volunteers.
• May supervise volunteers on a project basis.
• Will work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations for long periods of time in isolated settings, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.
• May require considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain.
• Weekend and holiday work necessary as assigned.
• Willingness to work a varied schedule that depends on tide and weather.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma and 6 months of related experience.
• Must be willing to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. First Aid, CPR).
• Experience working in outdoor settings in variable and sometimes physically challenging conditions.
• Must have valid driver’s license, safe driving record (per TNC’s Auto Safety Program) and provide own transportation and personal automobile insurance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to follow instructions from colleagues.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Comfortable working on a boat; comfortable working alone.
• Local knowledge of the Eastern Shore of Virginia.
• Student interested in pursuing a career in conservation preferred.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

Current funding provides for $10.00 per hour, 35 hours/week, 10-week duration. Few benefits. Desired start date is flexible but position duration will occur between May and August 2017.

AUTO SAFETY POLICY

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 45185, submit resume (required) and cover letter separately using the upload buttons. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on March 12, 2017.

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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.

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Job Title: Coastal Conservation Technician

Location: Virginia

Job ID: 45185

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Full-Time