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About SCA Employment Seasonal Employment Project Leaders Project Leader, The Nature Conservancy - Long Island, NY
About SCA Employment Seasonal Employment Project Leaders Project Leader, The Nature Conservancy - Long Island, NY | Project Leader, The Nature Conservancy - Long Island, NY |
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The Student Conservation Association (SCA), a national force of conservation volunteers is seeking experienced; quality oriented outdoor leaders to supervise teams of four interns doing conservation field work. Background: Work in partnership with The Nature Conservancy (TNC) to restore native plant habitat on the Montauk Peninsula of Long Island, New York. Time will be split between Cedar Point County Park and other State and County parks on the Peninsula. For more information: click here . Primary Responsibilities: Provide a positive, safe and meaningful service-learning experience for members and partners. Locate and control non-native invasive plant populations using mechanical and hand tools. Update invasive plant geo-spatial data including treatment methods and area. Assist with public outreach and education. Assure project compliance with all SCA field operation standards. Work with SCA program staff and agency partners to develop and manage the work plan to include member training, work schedule, communication and reports. Training Provided: Project Leaders will come together in Boise, Idaho for one week of SCA staff orientation and training. Project Leaders will also join their teams and peers in late May for a member training at Mount Rainier National Park in Washington State. Housing, Transportation, Other: Housing is not included but may be available in a shared living situation with members. Transportation for all work related activities is provided. Personal transportation is recommended. Compensation: $1,000--$1,090 (does not include housing); seasonal staff benefits. Period of Employment: ASAP as of May 5th —November 29, 2008 Qualifications - Required: 21 years of age or older, 1-3 years prior experience supervising young adults in an outdoor, wilderness setting; Previous field botany/invasive plant control experience; Excellent communication and leadership skills; strong work ethic, self starter; Ability to carry heavy loads up to 50 pounds; ability to work in an outdoor environment exposed to the elements for extended periods of time, current WFA/CPR certification; Current driver’s license; Must pass SCA criminal and MVR background check. Previous chainsaw experience preferred but not required. To apply: Send a resume, references, and cover letter stating position(s) you are interested in to: Bryan Baker, Program Director at: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or 1265 S Main St. Ste. 210, Seattle, WA 98144.
SCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and dedicated to workforce diversity.
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