The Nature Conservancy has recently established an office in the Eastern Finger Lakes to assist local stakeholders with prevention of Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs). The HABs threaten drinking water quality and impair recreational uses of the Finger Lakes. The Conservancy is seeking a Restoration Technician to assist with field assessments of eroding road ditches, removal of invasive species, and culvert assessments in the Skaneateles and Owasco Lake Watersheds. The Restoration Technician will assist with carrying out project implementation actions and community outreach during the 2019 field season. This is a great opportunity to learn about an active ecological restoration project, with various partner organizations and stakeholder interests. This is a full-time, short term position with an anticipated start date of June 3, 2019 and an anticipated end date of September 6, 2019. Please note housing is not provided.
The Restoration Technician will assist with the site preparation for the restoration actions. The Restoration Technician will work with staff, partners, and volunteers to collect various environmental data that will be used prioritize unstable road ditches. This includes collecting field data, possibly with a partner agency. The Restoration Technician may also help to remove exotic species and interact with public regarding the overall objectives and strategies of the project.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE
- Supervises no staff, but may help plan and direct preserve work groups, including staff or volunteers.
- May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
- Requires considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain.
- May require long hours in isolated settings.
- Makes day to day decisions as delegated by supervisor.
- May work under infrequent supervision.
- Experience collecting scientific data and maintaining quality records.
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Driver’s license.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
- 1 - 2 years’ experience in land management or related field.
- Experience working with or knowledge of natural systems.
- Demonstrated experience collecting scientific data; maintaining accurate records (e.g. field forms and digital database).
- Ability to swim and is comfortable in canoes and kayaks.
- Ability to follow instructions from colleagues.
- PC familiarity, including database knowledge.
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.