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.
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.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Conservation Practitioner I participates in preserve operations, maintenance and management. This may include one or more of the following functions: • Maintains preserve areas frequented by the visiting public • Removes exotic species • Maintains tools and equipment • Opens and closes preserve to the visiting public
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• Ability to operate various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner. • Ability to follow instructions from colleagues. • Ability to perform physical work, sometime under adverse conditions or in inclement weather.
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
This position is part-time (2 days per week) mid June through mid August. The project area is located in southeast Wisconsin in the Mukwonago River Watershed.
The Conservation Practitioner I 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. • Require long days in remote locations.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit a letter of interest explaining why you are interested in working for The Nature Conservancy and what part of the environment (plants, animals, soils, water, etc.) interests you most. Please include contact information for two personal references.
All sections of online application must be completed (e.g. work experience and education) to be considered for a position.
EOE STATEMENT
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
