Door Peninsula Land Steward Intern
About The Position
The Door Peninsula Land Steward Intern performs and participates in preserve operations, maintenance, and management. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Door Peninsula Land Steward Intern maintains preserve areas frequented by the visiting public and removes exotic species. The Intern maintains tools and equipment and may open and close preserve(s) to the visiting public. Projects include: Participating in field work to manage invasive species, apply herbicide, conduct timber management, engage volunteers, and map unique features and rare species. Creating and maintaining Geographic Information Systems (GIS) records. Use of mechanical and heavy equipment. Monitoring lands owned in fee for issues such as trespass, boundary encroachment, and vandalism. Assist with monitoring of trail systems and signage.
Requirements
- Must be either currently enrolled in college or graduated within 12 months with college-level coursework in natural resources, environmental studies, biology, or related field
- 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)
- Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. First Aid, CPR, herbicide or pesticide application)
- This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program
- 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
Nice To Haves
- Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated
- Ability to follow instructions from colleagues
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Experience working with members of the public
Responsibilities
- Maintains preserve areas frequented by the visiting public and removes exotic species
- Maintains tools and equipment
- May open and close preserve(s) to the visiting public
- Participating in field work to manage invasive species, apply herbicide, conduct timber management, engage volunteers, and map unique features and rare species
- Creating and maintaining Geographic Information Systems (GIS) records
- Use of mechanical and heavy equipment
- Monitoring lands owned in fee for issues such as trespass, boundary encroachment, and vandalism
- Assist with monitoring of trail systems and signage
Benefits
- TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
