The Forest Stewardship Crew will be a four person crew working throughout the summer conducting stewardship work on the Ottawa, Hiawatha and Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forests in the Upper Peninsula and Wisconsin, as well as TNC owned properties. The job will be 95% field time in remote locations and supervised remotely from Marquette. This is a temporary full-time 40 hours a week position.
The Forest Stewardship Crew will participate in specific stewardship and land management activities on federally and TNC owned lands including assisting in large scale tree planting effort, conducting a stream and wetland barrier inventory, riparian brush removal, stream bank stabilization, trail maintenance, and property boundary marking.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE
- Supervises no staff, but may help plan and direct 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. Including carrying heavy loads long distances in off trail situations.
- May require long hours in isolated settings.
- Makes day to day decisions as delegated by supervisor.
- May work under infrequent supervision
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience recognizing plant and animal species.
- Experience operating various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. First Aid, CPR, and Drivers License).
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross cultural experience appreciated. Knowledge of Spanish language preferred.
- 1 - 2 years’ experience in land management or related field.
- Experience working with or knowledge of natural systems.
- Ability to follow instructions from colleagues/coworkers/team members.
- PC and/or mobile device familiarity, including database knowledge or understanding.
- Experience using ArcGIS, ArcPad, and/or Collector software for data collection and navigation.
- Map and compass navigation.
- Ability to safely camp and work in backcountry, wilderness, remote settings, and in and around lakes and streams.
- Ability to safely use a canoe and ATV to transport materials and equipment.
- Ability to safely use equipment like chainsaw, brush hogs, handsaws, drills, two-way radio, or similar equipment.
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.