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.
IMPORTANT:This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders. Other applicants need not apply.
OFFICE LOCATION
Dublin, Ohio (OH)
ABOUT US
The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in more than 30 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. TNC
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Habitat Evaluation Technician uses various means to determine if field sites match model results. This may include one or more of the following functions:
Locates sites from GPS coordinates
Records locations with GPS
Maintains detailed records of findings
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma and 6 months of related experience
Experience operating GPS devices
Experience performing physical work
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to read and interpret maps
Ability to perform physical work, sometime under adverse conditions or in inclement weather
Ability to identify the natural vegetation of Ohio
Valid U.S. driver’s license and safe driving record are required to operate Conservancy-owned vehicles to perform job duties.
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
The position is scheduled to be no more than 35 hours a week for four weeks, beginning on June 24th 2013. Non-standard work hours will be required.
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.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT
May work alone in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. These conditions:
require physical exertion and/or muscular strain
present frequent possibility of injury
require long hours in isolated settings
BENEFITS-SHORT TERM POSITIONS
The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, a 401k plan, 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. TNC
TO APPLY
To apply to position number 41204, 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 June 21, 2013.
Failure to complete all of the required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration.
You must click “submit” to apply for the position. You may select “save for later” if you prefer to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited.
