ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Participates in preserve operations, maintenance and management. This may include one or more of the following functions: Removes exotic species and/or species monitoring Maintains tools and equipment Maintains preserve areas frequented by the visiting public Prescribed burns assistance
POSITION REQUIREMENTS Position provides support to The Nature Conservancys conservation programs in the Florida Keys. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, field-based stewardship in the marine and terrestrial environment: assisting with the GreenSweep program (volunteer workdays, exotic plant control teams, neighborhood projects and outreach and education activities aimed at control of invasive exotic plants, restoration of native species and fire management), assisting with nature preserve management, and assisting other conservation groups and agencies with natural resource management activities. Provide implementation and project tracking assistance for Florida Keys GreenSweep, a community/volunteer-based program designed to help control invasive exotic species, and restore native species Keys-wide. Approach and communicate clearly with private landowners to motivate them to allow exotic removal on their property. Utilize and train others on use of handheld GPS units and mapping software to collect and enter and download accurate information on exotic plant infestation and treatment into databases. Supervises no staff, but helps guide efforts of 5-person exotics technician team and will frequently lead volunteers in the field. Receives training in plant species identification, herbicide use and safety in order to train volunteers. Will be required to obtain passing marks on FL commercial herbicide applicator license. Helps maintain tools and equipment. Must have familiarity with the safe operation of electrical and mechanical power tools and must follow recommended safety guidelines and precautions specified for said work. May assist on prescribed burns, once required certifications have been acquired. May conduct underwater surveys via SCUBA in various weather and sea conditions and water depths, identifying marine flora and fauna found in the Florida reef tract and adjacent soft- and hard-bottom communities. Open Water SCUBA certification required or willingness to obtain certification. Ability to SCUBA dive to a depth of 50 feet. Experience working with SCUBA preferred. Ability to work a flexible work schedule, occasionally some evenings and weekends on short notice. Must have a valid drivers license and safe driving record Other duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: High school diploma and 1-2 years training in science-related field or related experience in land management. Experience working with or knowledge of natural systems. Ability to recognize plant and animal species as required to complete preserve management activities. Ability to operate various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner (lawn mower, chainsaw, tractor, two-way radio, etc) Ability to follow instructions from colleagues Ability to perform physical work, sometime under adverse conditions or in inclement weather Optional: Obtain related licenses or certifications such as first aid, CPR, herbicide application, drivers license. Optional: PC familiarity, including database knowledge, in order to maintain preserve records. TO APPLY, SEND COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO: Alison Higgins, Land Conservation Program Manager c/o Anna Symington, Office Manager The Nature Conservancy P.O. Box-420237 Summerland Key, FL 33042 Fax: 305/745-8399 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] No phone calls please.
