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IMPORTANT: This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders. Other applicants need not apply.
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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.
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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The Conservation Practitioner 1 conducts public outreach and environmental education along with preserve maintenance at The Nature Conservancy’s Preserves in Cape May, NJ.
This may include one or more of the following functions:
- Greet preserve visitors and provide information about The Nature Conservancy
- Enforce preserve regulations.
- Lead tours of the preserves highlighting success of habitat restoration efforts, flora, and fauna.
- Communicate regularly with supervisor, stewardship staff, and site volunteers
- Assist with maintenance of the preserve including mowing, repairs to preserve infrastructure, invasive plant management, trash removal, posting signage, and water management.
- Assist with the management and monitoring of several species of beach nesting birds.
- Assist with patrols to detect and deter various forms of trespass, vandalism, attractive nuisance.
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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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- High school diploma and 6 months of related experience
- Experience operating various types of equipment.
- Experience performing physical work.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma and 6 months-1 year of related experience
- Experience communicating effectively with members of the public, volunteers, co-workers and supervisors highly desirable
- Experience identifying plant and animal species highly desirable
- Coursework or training in ecological and natural history concepts preferred
- Degree in a natural science preferred
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to operate various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner (e.g.; lawn mower, chainsaw, tractor, two-way radio, gps unit)
- Ability to follow instructions from colleagues
- Ability to perform physical work, sometime under adverse conditions or in inclement weather
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ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
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- Employment duration is May - November 2014.
- Housing is available but it is over an hour from the work site.
- A flexible schedule including some evenings, all weekends and holidays if 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
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
- present frequent possibility of injury
- require long hours in isolated settings
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BENEFITS-SHORT TERM POSITIONS
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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.
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SALARY INFORMATION
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TO APPLY
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To apply to position number 41980, 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 March 31, 2014.
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.
If you are experiencing technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.
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