Vegetation Monitoring Technician

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Nature Conservancy
Galt, CA, USA
Full-time

 

The Cosumnes River Preserve is a conservation partnership among several nonprofits and government agencies. The Nature Conservancy has implemented science-based ecological restoration at the Preserve for over 30 years, focusing on enhancing connectivity between the river and its floodplain. The Vegetation Monitoring Technician works on a crew of three people to perform botanical data collection and land management.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • The Vegetation Monitoring Technician conducts vegetation monitoring to species level using scientific nomenclature and performs land management activities.  S/he removes exotic species and/or may assist in maintaining tools, equipment, and land.  
  • The Vegetation Monitoring Technician will maintain preserve records using a database or PC.  S/he is expected to be able to quickly memorize the Latin names and identification characters of plants, and to identify plants to species, using Latin names, in the field from memory.
  • Supervises no staff.
  • Makes day to day decisions as delegated by supervisor.
  • May work under infrequent supervision.
Educational Background: 
High school diploma and 1 year’s training in science-related field or related experience in land management.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Experience recognizing plant and animal species.
  • Experience operating various types of equipment.
  • Experience working in a team environment.
  • Possession of a driver’s license valid in California.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 1 – 2 years’ experience working with or knowledge of land management and/or natural systems.
  • Ability to recognize plant species to complete preserve management activities.
  • Physical endurance to work outdoors, tolerate hot weather (100+ °F), and use hand tools in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Ability to follow instructions from colleagues.
  • PC familiarity, including experience with Microsoft Office software on a Windows operating system. Experience with Microsoft Access a plus.

​WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT

  • May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
  • Requires frequent minor physical exertion and/or muscular strain.
  • Requires working in rural and isolated settings.
  • Requires exposure to ticks/biting insects and potentially poison oak.
Compensation/Benefits: 
  • $18 per hour, 35 hr/wk. 
How to Apply: 

https://www.careerarc.com/job-listing/the-nature-conservancy-jobs-vegeta...

Job Function: 
Conservation & Environmental Science

Organization Info

Nature Conservancy

Overview
Headquarters: 
Arlington, VA, United States
Website: 
nature.org
Annual Budget : 
More than $500M
Founded: 
1954
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Environment
Science / Technology
Mission: 

The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends.

Our vision is a world where the diversity of life thrives, and people act to conserve nature for its own sake and its ability to fulfill our needs and enrich our lives.

How do we achieve this mission and vision?

Through the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff, including more than 600 scientists, all of whom impact conservation in 69 countries.

With the help of our many partners, from individuals and governments to local nonprofits and corporations.

By using a non-confrontational, collaborative approach and staying true to our five unique core values.

That's how The Nature Conservancy has done more than anyone else to advance conservation around the world since our founding in 1951.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Apr 15 2019
Active Until: 
May 15 2019
Hiring Organization: 
Nature Conservancy
industry: 
Nonprofit