Seed Collection Conservation Crew Member
About The Position
Seed Collection Crew Member – American Conservation Experience Join American Conservation Experience (ACE) as a Seed Collection Crew Member and explore the Southwest while gaining hands-on experience in plant identification and native seed collection. ACE is a nonprofit conservation corps based in Flagstaff, Arizona. This position is ideal for people who want to build skills for a career in conservation while working with a team of motivated peers. Term Length 12 weeks: 450 hours 24 weeks: 900 hours Locations Grand Tetons / Yellowstone region Northeastern Wyoming Throughout the Southwest Schedule Project schedules vary, but members typically work: 8 days on / 6 days off , or 4 days on / 3 days off Members usually have 3–6 days off between project cycles to explore the region. Pay and Benefits Members receive: Living allowance: $400 per week (paid bi-weekly) AmeriCorps Education Award: $1,956.35 for 450 hours $3,697.50 for 900 hours Selected applicants will receive an AmeriCorps Orientation and clear guidance on prohibited activities Training (if you are in the 24-week term) : Wilderness First Aid and chainsaw certification Tent camping and free housing during off days near the project site (note: some projects will be camping on off days) Food provided on project/hitch days Possible childcare assistance and student loan forbearance Gear and Travel ACE provides: Tent and PPE Transportation to and from worksites Members must bring: Sleeping bag and sleeping pad Rain gear Hiking boots Personal camping items (a list will be provided) ACE does not provide relocation assistance. What You'll Do Field work and additional responsibilities might include but are not limited to: Invasive species removal, the work we will be doing will predominantly be spraying herbicide using backpack sprayers. Native species seeding and planting Plant identification and seed collection Mapping and monitoring Members get experience with, or in conjunction with, the following tools and equipment, depending on their level of training: Restoration Equipment: Herbicide backpack sprayers, spray bottles, GPS units, and measuring tools. Other duties as assigned Qualifications U.S. citizen or permanent resident Able to work outdoors in varied weather conditions Able to hike long distances and perform physical labor for up to 10 hours per day Able to work well on a team Pass a federal criminal history check Preferred Experience hiking or navigating steep terrain Interest in a conservation or natural resource career Volunteer or community involvement Work Conditions This is a physically demanding field position. Members will hike on rough terrain, carry tools and equipment, and camp in remote locations. Conditions may include extreme heat or cold, high winds, insects, and wildlife. Submit: A resume A cover letter At least two professional references Applications are reviewed as they arrive, and the position may close early. For questions, contact Sara at [email protected] . ACE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information when you are hired to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. EEO: Employment or Service with ACE is based upon ability, qualifications, attitude, and job-related factors. Every qualified employee, member, or applicant has the same opportunity for recruitment, hire, training, transfer, promotion, compensation, demotion, termination, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital or parental status, political affiliation, ethnicity, hair texture or style, arrest record, caste, hereditary status, endogamy, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.
Requirements
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Able to work outdoors in varied weather conditions
- Able to hike long distances and perform physical labor for up to 10 hours per day
- Able to work well on a team
- Pass a federal criminal history check
Nice To Haves
- Experience hiking or navigating steep terrain
- Interest in a conservation or natural resource career
- Volunteer or community involvement
Responsibilities
- Invasive species removal, the work we will be doing will predominantly be spraying herbicide using backpack sprayers.
- Native species seeding and planting
- Plant identification and seed collection
- Mapping and monitoring
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Living allowance: $400 per week (paid bi-weekly)
- AmeriCorps Education Award: $1,956.35 for 450 hours
- $3,697.50 for 900 hours
- AmeriCorps Orientation
- Wilderness First Aid and chainsaw certification (if you are in the 24-week term)
- Tent camping and free housing during off days near the project site
- Food provided on project/hitch days
- Possible childcare assistance and student loan forbearance
- Tent and PPE
- Transportation to and from worksites
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