Individual Placement- Natural Resource Management at Mark Twain Lake

Student Conservation Association

About The Position

Be a part of the dynamic team at Mark Twain Lake. This U. S. Army Corps of Engineers facility located in Northeast Missouri is focused on providing quality outdoor experiences, responsible stewardship, and service to the nation. Under the direction of natural resource specialists, interns will perform team-oriented, hands-on activities to maintain recreation facilities, landscape features, infrastructure components, and native habitats. Interns will also be engaged with interpretive and visitor services providing on-site and off-site programming, and support of the Corps’ Water Safety Program.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old on start date.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
Must complete defensive driving training provided by the government.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must have the ability to effectively speak, read, and write in English.
Must have the ability to work outdoors and lift up to 40 pounds.
Must wear SCA provided attire while on duty.

Nice To Haves

Works well in a collaborative, public-facing setting.
Takes initiative while contributing to a team-oriented atmosphere.
Experience with formal or informal education programs, and experience with public speaking.
Outdoor oriented.

Responsibilities

Trail maintenance.
Landscape vegetation maintenance.
Maintenance and light repair of signs, gates, and recreation area components.
Maintenance of dispersed recreation and wildland areas.
Support natural resource management efforts, including invasive species control, fish habitat development, forest resource management, wildlife habitat management, boundary line management, and facility maintenance.
Interpretive programming and visitor center services.
Staffing campground greeting booths and providing area information to visiting guests.
Staffing special events. Providing guest services and event support.
Support public and facility safety efforts under direct supervision.