OFFICE LOCATION
Picabo, Idaho (ID)
ABOUT US
The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in more than 30 countries, all 50 United States, and your backyard. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Visit www.nature.org/aboutus to learn more. TNC
POSITION SUMMARY
The Silver Creek Preserve Intern is responsible for assisting the preserve staff with the daily operation and management of the Nature Conservancy's Silver Creek Preserve located in Picabo, Idaho. The Preserve intern will assist with biological and ecological data collection, research, preserve maintenance, public outreach, exotics control including herbicide application, and other preserve related activities. The majority of the intern's time will be spent working in the field with other volunteers and interns, as well as interacting with the public. This position requires both working alone and in a team, sometimes in extreme weather conditions. This is a 35 hour per week, position beginning May 19 and ending mid-August, 2014. Must have a valid driver's license and safe driving record. This position requires intern to live in housing provided by the Nature Conservancy. TNC
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Silver Creek Preserve Intern participates in preserve operations, maintenance and management. This may include one or more of the following functions:
Maintains preserve areas frequented by the visiting public
Removes exotic species and/or species monitoring
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Assisting with outreach projects and public education events including interpretive outings
Assisting with conducting cooperative projects with surrounding landowners
Assisting with research, habitat restoration projects, and scientific monitoring
Removal of exotic species and/or assisting with species monitoring and mapping
Assisting with trail and grounds maintenance including clearing trails, repairing boardwalks, posting signs, fixing fences and other tasks as necessary
Maintains tools and equipment
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma and 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 performing physical work.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma and 1 year's 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 (e.g.; 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
PC familiarity, including database knowledge, in order to maintain preserve records.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT
May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. These conditions:
require considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain
present frequent possibility of injury
require long hours in isolated settings
AUTO SAFETY POLICY
This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with the Conservancy's Auto Safety Program. Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered 'high risk drivers.' Please see further details in the Auto Safety Program document available at www.nature.org/careers.
Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record. TNC
BENEFITS-SHORT TERM POSITIONS
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. TNC
TO APPLY
To apply to position number 41905, submit resume and cover letter as one document. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on February 28,2014.
Failure to complete all of the required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration.
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EOE STATEMENT
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
_The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process_