Gopher Tortoise Tracking and Monitoring Intern (PO-00731839)

Gopher Tortoise Tracking and Monitoring and invasive species monitoring.
NOT Eligible for AmeriCorps Education Award.

Conduct conservation educational activities at the NAS Blackpoint Nature Center, 30%; Maintain native plant/butterfly garden exhibit, 10%; assist with habitat improvement and invasive species control projects, 30%; participate in training and research of species and ecosystems 10%; assist with miscellaneous projects, including wildlife surveys, urban forestry, and technical grounds assistance, 20%.

Living allowamcr $200.00 per week
Commuter allowance $50.00 per week
Housing allowance $1,000.00 per month
Relocation Travel $1,100.00 one time

Applicants must be comfortable handling and feeding snakes.

Conditions of Employment
Required to demonstrate full vaccination status for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) with a food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized or FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine.
 

Position ID: PO-00731839

Expected Dates: August 15, 2022 - November 25, 2022

Location:
NAS Jacksonville
Bldg 1 @ Yorktown and Langley
Jacksonville, FL 32212
US

Training Provided: Training is available on an "as needed" basis. Every opportunity to enhance members certifications/education will be taken.

Educational/Recreational Opportunities: Conferences, symposiums, training, etc will be offered when available.

Handicap Accessible?: No

Main Area of Focus: Natural Resources Mgmt

Further Details

AmeriCorps Eligible: Not Eligible

Driving Logistics: Required

Required to get to the installation daily

Housing or Stipend Provided?
C.Partner will pay the SCA to provide housing allowance for the member.

Indoor/Outdoor: Combination

US Citizenship: Yes

Student Conservation Association