This position will implement the Verde River Flow and Habitat Restoration Initiative. This initiative is aimed at improving riparian health and restoring flow to Verde River by partnering with agricultural water users. Work will be focused in the Verde Valley but opportunities for travel may occur.
This position will help implement the Verde River Flow and Habitat Restoration Initiative. This initiative is aimed at improving riparian health and restoring flow to Verde River by partnering with agricultural water users. Work will be focused in the Verde Valley but opportunities for travel may occur. Specific functions will include:
- Conduct stream flow measurement in Verde River, its tributaries and irrigation ditches and maintain database of Verde River data.
- Perform basic data analysis of flow data and maintain database.
- Service flow gaging stations and automated head gates with supervision.
- Organize volunteer work events in the Verde Valley area with partner organizations.
- Perform stewardship duties on the Shield Ranch. Residence in the house is required for easy accessibility to the Verde River area
RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE
- Receives detailed instructions to complete required tasks
- May work under close supervision or infrequent supervision
- Supervises no staff, but may help plan and direct preserve work groups, including other staff, volunteers, and partners.
- May resolve management problems independently as delegated.
- Consult with supervisor to develop plans for resolution of unusual or complex problems.
- Monitor the progress of work groups toward achieving management goals.
- Consults supervisor on unusual or complex issues
- Make day-to-day decisions as delegated by supervisor.
- Ability to convey work instructions to other team members, including Conservancy staff, Governmental agency staff, irrigation ditch owners and community volunteers.
- Ability to function productively as a member or leader of a work team.
- The Conservation Practitioner II 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, and physical ability to traverse and hike over rough terrain.
- Physically able to traverse and hike over rough terrain
- Capable of considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain
- Good written and verbal communications skills
- Experience with MS Office, including Access
- Strong interest in environmental conservation
- AmeriCorps members must be U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals or Legal Permanent Residents
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience following instructions from supervisors
- Strong interest in the mission and activities of The Nature Conservancy
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
- Criminal history check required and selection for the position is contingent upon review of the results of the check.
- AmeriCorps members are not employees of The Nature Conservancy.
- AmeriCorps members must be U.S. Citizens, U.S. National or Legal Permanent Residents.
- This position must adhere to AmeriCorps prohibited activity regulations.
- Benefits of this position include a cost-of-living stipend, medical insurance, eligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and housing is provided on site.
- Members earn a Sigel Education Award upon successful completion of the 450 hour term (~3 months).
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.