The Nature ConservancyAmerican Elm Technician in Montplier, Vermont
OFFICE LOCATION
Montplier, Vermont (VT) VT201
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POSITION SUMMARY
The American Elm Technician conducts field research and management activities in floodplain forest sites in Northeastern Vermont, near St. Johnsbury. This with include taking measurements, mapping and monitoring elm plantings. This work is part of a partnership with the US Forest Service to restore the wild population of American elm to its former role as canopy trees by developing and planting more disease-tolerant selections of American elm.This is a full time, short term position (approximately May 15 through August 31, exact dates are negotiable) that involves extensive outdoor physical labor in diverse weather conditions and may require working some weekends. The American Elm technician is supervised by the Floodplain Ecologist, Connecticut River Program, located in Northampton, Massachusetts and does not supervise other staff. Prior ecological or agricultural field research experience desirable but not required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Measure growth, survival and other monitoring data on elm plantings
- Enter monitoring data from past years into database and check for accuracy
- Map elm plantings with an IPad-based collector system and surveyor grade GPS
- Inspect and maintain labels on seedlings from elm crosses
- Maintain tree wrap on planted seedlings and other minor maintenance of planted seedlings
- Assist with planting seedlings
- Assist with propagation of exceptionally large surviving native elms
RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE
- Supervises no staff, but may help plan and direct preserve work groups, including staff or volunteers.
- May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
- Requires considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain.
- Requires long hours in isolated settings.
- Makes day to day decisions as delegated by supervisor.
- May work under infrequent supervision.
- Consult with supervisor to develop plans for resolution of unusual or complex problems.
- Ability to function productively as a member or leader of a work team.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma and 1 year’s training in science-related field or related experience in land management.
- Experience recognizing plant and animal species.
- Experience operating various types of equipment.
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. First Aid, CPR, herbicide application, and driver’s license).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 1 - 2 years’ experience in land management.
- Experience working with or knowledge of natural systems.
- Ability to recognize plant and animal species to complete preserve management activities.
- Ability to operate various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner (e.g.; lawn mower, chainsaw, tractor, two-way radio, etc.).
- Ability to follow instructions from colleagues.
- PC familiarity, including database knowledge.
HOW TO APPLY
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The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of men and women of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
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Job Title: American Elm Technician
Location: Vermont
Job ID: 44976
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Full-Time