Vegetation and Ecological Restoration Member

EPIC • Moab, UT

2d • $745 • Onsite

About The Position

The American Conservation Experience (ACE), a Non-Profit Conservation Corps based in Flagstaff, AZ, in partnership with the National Park Service, is seeking TWO individuals for a Vegetation and Resource Stewardship position. The selected candidate will dedicate a minimum of 18 weeks to supporting the Southeast Utah Group (SEUG), which encompasses Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Hovenweep National Monument, and Natural Bridges National Monument. This position is intended for a conscientious and hard-working individual with experience in any area of natural resource management. The ideal candidate will possess a strong interest in vegetation and resource management, as well as a commitment to the physical demands of fieldwork. They will join a dynamic team of natural resource professionals who are committed to the stewardship of natural resources in southeast Utah national parks. This position supports partner parks in the management of invasive plants, ecological restoration (seed collection, outplantings, salvage, revegetation) and assists with vital monitoring of natural resources to inform park management. The ACE Member may also assist staff in data summary and reporting. This position will expand the resume of anyone starting a natural resource career as well as provide career exploratory and networking opportunities as the individual works alongside resource management professionals in the national parks. This individual placement is meant to facilitate professional development and promote exposure to land management agencies and networking with professionals. This could include gaining experience in different conservation fields and shadowing different work groups.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident
• Willing and able to represent ACE and the partner organization in a professional, positive, and enthusiastic manner.
• Ability to be both self-directed/work alone, and be a positive, contributing member of a group.
• Must be able and willing to serve outdoors in varying weather conditions and participate in often strenuous physical labor and hike up to ~10 miles off trail with field gear.
• A valid driver's license and an insurable driving record (documentation to be provided upon request).
• Willingness to use herbicides.
• Willing to undergo and pass the required two-part criminal history check, including federal background check.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• ACE Members will need to complete bi-weekly timesheets, beginning of term feedback forms, end of term evaluations, and for longer terms, a mid-term evaluation.
• Members may not participate in any prohibited activities as listed in the Member Service Agreement.

Nice To Haves

• Experience identifying plants in the field and distinguishing native and nonnative look-alike plants of the intermountain region.
• Experience with invasive plant management, manual or chemical methods.
• Experience using tablets or phones (smart devices) for data collection.
• Experience drafting summaries of work accomplishments and field observations.

Responsibilities

• Management of invasive plants
• Ecological restoration (seed collection, outplantings, salvage, revegetation)
• Monitoring of natural resources to inform park management
• Assisting staff in data summary and reporting
• Conducting duties in a safe and orderly manner so as not to endanger self, fellow staff/members or resources.

Benefits

• Living allowance of $745/week
• Travel per diem for overnight travel away from the duty station
• Public Land Corps Hiring Authority eligibility
• Provided housing at no cost
• Position specific training and orientation
• Training may include using GPS for survey work/data collection and herbicide application for invasive plant management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed