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.
POSITION SUMMARY
Assist TNC staff in the removal of non-native plant species, native seed collection and planting, and help carrying out basic tasks in prescribed fire operations statewide. Although the majority of duties will be carried out in and around the Grand River/Skiff Lake conservation areas (located near Liberty, ten miles south of Jackson, MI), the applicant should expect to spend some time on other sites in southeast Michigan.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Seasonal Restoration Assistant 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
• High school diploma and 6 months of related experience • Experience operating various types of equipment. • Experience performing physical work.
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: 1. Proven related field work experience and/or working towards a degree in conservation biology or related field is required. 2. Work under extreme winter weather conditions and willingness to apply herbicide to treat stumps required. 4. Ability to work efficiently with minimum supervision; strong organizational and communication skills; creativity in problem solving. 5. Familiarity with Michigan's flora and fauna preferred. 6. Demonstrated related ecological restoration expertise. 7. Experience with Microsoft Excel and GPS units is desirable. 8. Prescribed fire experience, preferred but not required.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT: 1. Ability and willingness to work under adverse conditions in the field, including winter weather extremes, and traversing rough terrain. 2. Must be able to provide own transportation to and from Grand River/Skiff Lake fens (about 10 miles south of Jackson, MI).
BENEFITS
The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 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.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for job ID11370 , please submit resume and cover letter as one document.
All sections of online application must be completed (e.g. work experience and education, even if information is included in resume) to be considered for a position.
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All applications must be submitted prior to midnight Eastern time on 09/29/09.
