American Conservation Experience · 2 weeks ago
Land Management Support Member, Modoc National Wildlife Refuge
Alturas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$500/wk - $500/wkAmerican Conservation Experience is a nonprofit Conservation Corps seeking two Land Management Support Members to assist with invasive plant management projects at Modoc National Wildlife Refuge. The role involves working alongside FWS staff to manage invasive species and support various biological and land management duties.
Environmental ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringNon ProfitRecruitingTrainingWildlife Conservation
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Use mechanical and chemical treatments to treat invasive plants including perennial pepperweed, hoary cress, poison hemlock, Mediterranean sage, scotch thistle, Canada thistle, and others
Chemical herbicide application using various methods including handheld sprayers, backpack sprayers, and ATV/UTV sprayers
Tracking and documenting herbicide use
Invasive Plant Surveying: Surveying areas for invasive species
Operate Field Maps on iPads and use ArcGIS Pro to document plants sprayed and surveyed
Contribute to written invasive plant management reports
Use GIS in the office to produce maps for the field and reports
Facilities maintenance (cleaning trails & bathrooms, weed whacking/weed eating auto tour pull outs, oiling signs, etc.)
Waterbird banding
Waterbird surveys
Bird nest box maintenance
Vegetation monitoring
Community outreach events
Qualification
Required
Members must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident, as required by U.S. government contracts
Willing and able to represent ACE and the partner organization in a professional, positive, and enthusiastic manner
Ability to be both self-directed/work alone, and be a positive, contributing member of a group
A valid driver's license and an insurable driving record (documentation to be provided upon request)
Willing to undergo and must pass the required criminal history checks
Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
ACE Members will need to complete bi-weekly timesheets, beginning of term feedback forms, end of term evaluations and for longer terms, a mid-term evaluation
Members may not participate in any prohibited activities as listed in the Member Service Agreement or as defined by AmeriCorps
Must take all measures possible to ensure the safety of yourself and others and understand all safety precautions involved
Effective oral and written communication skills with all ages and diverse audiences
Ability to speak to the public
Ability to operate independently and in remote areas
Competent in Microsoft Office
Preferred
Competitive applicants for this position can hold or be pursuing an associate's degree and/or have relevant experience in subject areas such as natural resources, biology, ecology, wildlife management, natural resource management, parks and recreation, rangeland management, or other related disciplines appropriate to the position
Ability and willingness to apply herbicide treatment for invasive plant control
Ability to follow assigned protocols to perform tasks with many steps
Skills and ability to resolve a full range of problems or situations when performing a variety of tasks in the field or office setting
Skill in safely operating motorized vehicles and specialized equipment including: highway vehicles, backpack sprayers, weed eaters, ATVs, etc
Experience and/or knowledge with GIS equipment
Experience and/or knowledge with plant identification
Strong desire to enter the public service field as a natural resource professional
Experience and/or knowledge in the mission of the USFWS and other federal land management agencies
Ability to embrace travel opportunities as they arise to other nearby Refuges
Benefits
Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $500/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly.
Housing: ACE members will be accommodated in provided FWS housing at no cost for the duration of the term.
Gear Reimbursement: ACE members will have up to $200 to spend on eligible gear purchases.
Provided Training/Orientation: ACE members will receive position specific training and an orientation outlining ACE policies and procedures, clear guidance on prohibited activities, and networks for support.
Scholarship Funding Opportunity: The selected candidate(s) for this position will be eligible to apply for ACE's Access and Inclusion Scholarship.
Company
American Conservation Experience
American Conservation Experience recruits, coordinates and trains the volunteers for practical environmental maintenance projects.
Founded in 2004
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Laura Herrin
President & CEO
Laura A. Craig, MSA, M.S.
Chief Operating Officer
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