Forest Monitoring Technician

The Nature Conservancy • Minnesota, GA

12d • $20 - $22

About The Position

As our Forest Monitoring Technician (FMT,) you will assist in measuring forest vegetation and site conditions in North – Central Minnesota, primarily within the Chippewa National Forest and Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Landscape. You will focus on collecting baseline forest vegetation data as well as pre-treatment data on sites to be managed using a variety of silvicultural techniques. You will work with other Conservancy staff as well as work closely with Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Division of Resource Management staff members.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in natural resources; environmental studies or equivalent combination of education and 6 months’ experience.
• Experience managing and prioritizing tasks from multiple sources.
• This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’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."
• 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-language skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• Field experience.
• Ability to assist with program budget development and monitoring.
• Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment.
• Basic supervisory skills.
• Time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Setting up plots within designated stands for monitoring changes in vegetation and site conditions pre/post treatment.
• Entering and managing forest survey data using ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and other GIS web applications.
• Coordinating GIS-based survey data collection with TNC Staff and other conservation partners, including the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe.
• Providing GIS-Based data processing and analysis.
• Compiling data, resolve data disparities, and conduct analyses to support assessment and planning.
• Working with a small group of staff, interns or volunteers on a project basis, including students from Leech Lake Tribal College.
• Working in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, in hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree