SE MN Preserve Management Technician

The Nature Conservancy • Kellogg, MN

22d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

As our SE MN Preserve Management Technicians (PMT,) you will work throughout the driftless region of southeast Minnesota. We are hiring two PMTs to serve on a 4-person crew that will participate in stewardship activities on both public and private lands and work closely with other non-profits and state and federal government employees. Tasks include prescribed burn preparation, fire implementation and post fire monitoring, removal and chemical treatment of invasive species, tool and equipment maintenance, and monitoring and data collection. Other activities may include plant and animal surveys, native seed harvest, tree and shrub planting, and preserve maintenance duties such as boundary posting. This position is benefits eligible and expected to end November 30, 2027. You will work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and uneven terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. This position requires considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain. The position will be based out of our Weaver Dunes Preserve near Kellogg, MN. Housing is not required as part of the position but is provided. The value will be included as taxable income vs. paid rent. This a long-term, non-permanent position expected to end on November 30, 2027. We’re Looking for You: Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is passionate, motivated problem-solver. Come join TNC and apply today! What You’ll Bring: AS/Technical or vocational degree in science-related field and 1-year related experience in custodial and ecological land management or similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with natural systems. Experience in ecological land management principles. Experience operating and or repairing various types of equipment and machinery. Must be able to obtain the qualifications of Prescribed Fire Crew Member (RXCM) or Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2), including Introduction to ICS (I-100), Human Factors on the Fire Line (L-180), Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190), Firefighter Training (S-130), and one training burn serving under the supervision of a qualified FFT2. See Fire Management Manual. Must be able to achieve physical fitness standards as determined by the local Prescribed Fire Manager and the TNC Fire Management Manual. Desired Qualifications Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated. 1-2 years related experience in custodial and ecological land management or equivalent combination of education and experience. Some experience managing volunteers or entry level staff. Ability to recognize plant and animal species to complete preserve management activities. Knowledge/understanding of current trends and practices in conservation, land management and natural resource preservation/conservation or similar field. Ability to complete tasks independently with respect to timeline(s). Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g.; Word, Excel, Web browsers). Communicating clearly via written, spoken and graphical means in English and other relevant languages. 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." To learn more about the Auto Safety Program, visit the Auto Safety information page under the FAQ section. 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.

Requirements

• AS/Technical or vocational degree in science-related field and 1-year related experience in custodial and ecological land management or similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with natural systems.
• Experience in ecological land management principles.
• Experience operating and or repairing various types of equipment and machinery.
• Must be able to obtain the qualifications of Prescribed Fire Crew Member (RXCM) or Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2), including Introduction to ICS (I-100), Human Factors on the Fire Line (L-180), Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190), Firefighter Training (S-130), and one training burn serving under the supervision of a qualified FFT2. See Fire Management Manual.
• Must be able to achieve physical fitness standards as determined by the local Prescribed Fire Manager and the TNC Fire Management Manual.
• 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.
• 1-2 years related experience in custodial and ecological land management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Some experience managing volunteers or entry level staff.
• Ability to recognize plant and animal species to complete preserve management activities.
• Knowledge/understanding of current trends and practices in conservation, land management and natural resource preservation/conservation or similar field.
• Ability to complete tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).
• Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g.; Word, Excel, Web browsers).
• Communicating clearly via written, spoken and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.

Responsibilities

• prescribed burn preparation
• fire implementation and post fire monitoring
• removal and chemical treatment of invasive species
• tool and equipment maintenance
• monitoring and data collection
• plant and animal surveys
• native seed harvest
• tree and shrub planting
• preserve maintenance duties such as boundary posting

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