This two-year Conservation Practitioner II position will perform and participate in preserve operations, maintenance and management.
The Conservation Practitioner maintains preserve areas frequented by the visiting public and performs land management activities. The CPII will lead preserve management at Griswold Point, a shoreline preserve with rare breeding birds. The CPII will perform annual preserve & easement monitoring. The CPII will work with and manage volunteers. Other duties will include trail maintenance, tree planting and data collection, invasives removal and response to preserve issues that arise. The CPII will maintain tools, equipment and land. Work will include cooperation with partner agencies and organizations (e.g. State DEEP, Audubon).
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.
- Will develop and/or maintain positive relations with easement land owners.
- 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 recognizing plant and animal species.
- Experience operating various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner (e.g. Lawn mower, chainsaw, UTV, ATV or OHV, two-way radio, or similar equipment).
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. First Aid, CPR, herbicide or pesticide application).
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, including beach/dune systems.
- Experience with GIS mapping software and use of GPS-related apps.
- Ability to obtain driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.
- Ability to follow instructions from colleagues/coworkers/team members.
- PC and/or mobile device familiarity, including database knowledge or understanding.
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.