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 Oak Openings Restoration Assistant performs activities including, but not limited to, the following:
Remove woody vegetation by using power equipment such as a chainsaw or brush cutter, or by hand cutting.
Control invasive species using various techniques including herbicide application.
Assist in prescribed fire operations at training and experience level of Fire Fighter Type 2 including, but not limited to, fireline preparation, ignition, implementation, and mop up.
Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment used in management activities.
Collect workday data and enter in restoration activity database.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma and 1 year’s training in science-related field or related experience in land management.
Experience recognizing plant and animal species.
Experience operating various types of equipment.
Experience performing physical work.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma and 1-2 years training in science-related field or related experience in land management.
Experience working with or knowledge of natural systems including savanna and prairie communities. Ability to recognize plant and animal species as required to complete management activities.
Ability to operate and maintain various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner (e.g.; lawn mower, chainsaw, brush cutter, ATV, tractor, two-way radio, etc)
Ability to follow instructions from colleagues
Ability to perform physical work, sometime under adverse conditions or in inclement weather
Training or certifications needed to perform job duties (e.g. prescribed fire FFT2, prescribed fire physical fitness test, herbicide application, driver’s license.)
Experience using computers with Microsoft software applications and to access internet.
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
This is a full-time, temporary position with employment dates of March 2013-August 2013.
