Prairie Management Technician
About The Position
As our Prairie Management Technicians (PMT,) you will work primarily in the Upper Minnesota River Valley area in west central Minnesota participating in prairie stewardship activities on TNC preserves and partner lands (MNDNR and USFWS). Stewardship work includes invasive species control, tree removal, native prairie seed harvest, grassland monitoring, and tool and equipment maintenance. Work will also include collaboration with state and federal agencies in habitat management activities. You will be expected to work independently and in a team environment. You will regularly work with 2-8 person crews and are expected to periodically provide a leadership role. Work will be performed in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and 1 year’s training in a science-related field or related experience in land management.
- Experience recognizing plant and animal species.
- Experience operating various types of equipment.
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. First Aid, CPR, herbicide or pesticide application).
- Must have a valid driver's license.
Nice To Haves
- 1 year of experience in land management or related field.
- Experience working with or knowledge of natural systems.
- Able to pass the DOT federal medical exam (https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/medical/driver-medical-requirements/driver-medical-fitness-duty)
- Ability to follow instructions from colleagues, coworkers, team members.
- PC and/or mobile device familiarity, including GIS knowledge or understanding.
Responsibilities
- Assist with managing prairie habitat on public lands including state-owned Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) and federally owned. Waterfowl Production Areas (WPAs), as well as TNC preserves and other protected lands.
- Cut and chemically treat herbaceous and woody exotic species.
- Maintain records of herbicide use and management actions.
- Identify management needs and communicate information to supervisor accordingly.
- Assist in directing and interacting with Conservation Corps Minnesota (CCM) crews on various projects.
- Maintain daily journal and work log, summarizing daily work completed.
- Discuss calendar of proposed activities with supervisor daily.
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
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
