The Nature Conservancy High Divide Headwaters Stewardship Assistant works with private and public land managers in southwest Montana on a variety of on-the-ground land stewardship projects including invasive plants, stream restoration, rangeland and fire effects monitoring, and fencing to conserve the priority lands and waters. Position offers a unique opportunity to be involved in a collaborative, science-based, applied conservation program, and to gain experience in a wide variety of land and water issues.
- Constructing and maintaining temporary electric fence
- Herbicide application and integrated weed management
- Invasive plant mapping and monitoring
- Community outreach with landowners and agency partners
- Field data collection for freshwater, rangeland ecology, and adaptive management programs
- Entering data into MS Excel, MS Access, and ArcGIS
- Residence in TNC housing in the Centennial Valley is a requirement of this position.
- Ability to spend multiple nights away at field sites
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 1 year’s training in science-related field or related experience in land management.
- Experience recognizing plant and animal species.
- Experience operating various types of equipment.
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. First Aid, CPR, herbicide application, and driver’s license).
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- B.S. Degree or progress towards a B.S. Degree in a biological science curriculum
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Experience in field biology (i.e. self-motivated, irregular hours, plant ID)
- Familiarity with herbicide calibration, application, and safety
- Familiarity with GPS and GIS applications
- Willingness to work with and learn from people with different backgrounds
- Ability to provide for own transportation with mileage reimbursed
- Ability to work in isolated locations under sometimes adverse outdoor situations
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.