[APWG] Fw: [naturalareasassociation] Job announcement in Tennessee
Jil_Swearingen at nps.gov
Jil_Swearingen at nps.gov
Tue Jan 29 13:07:28 CST 2008
"Lisa Smith"
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naturalareasassociation at yaho Subject: [naturalareasassociation] Job announcement in Tennessee
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01/29/2008 10:18 AM EST
Please respond to
naturalareasassociation
Job announcement in Tennessee:
SPRING BREAK 2008 JOB OPPORTUNITY!
Tennessee Youth Conservation Corps
Opportunity with the Tennessee Division of Natural Areas
At Pickett State Park and Pickett State Forest
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The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, Division of
Natural Areas, is recruiting applicants for the 2008 Tennessee Youth
Conservation Corps Program. The TYCC Program is expected to run for 2
weeks during March of 2008 (2 one-week sessions) at Pickett State Park.
Applicants for the Division of Natural Areas TYCC Program will be college
students at least 18 years of age with an interest in conservation and
public service.
Mission:
The purpose of the Tennessee Youth Conservation Corps is to promote the
principles of conservation and resource management among the youth of
Tennessee by allowing them the opportunity to participate in resource
management and restoration projects, and environmental education activities
on State Parks and Natural Areas.
Qualifications:
College students at least 18 years of age
Actively enrolled in undergraduate or graduate course work
Physically fit
Pay:
Crew Members (up to 8) @ $7.16/ Hour
Transportation and lodging for overnight travel will be provided, meals for
overnight travel will
be reimbursed (Host Site is Pickett State Park)
Cabins will be used for lodging at Pickett State Park
Work Schedule:
Will vary depending on weather and individual projects, but will likely be
Monday through Friday for 1 week (2 one-week sessions) during March 2008 to
coincide with university and college Spring Breaks.
What's the job description or responsibilities of the participants?
Strong interest in protecting the natural resources of Tennessee
Desire to learn more about Tennessee State Parks and the conservation of
rare plant species
Physically fit and able to work on projects in the outdoors that may be
strenuous
May involve long hikes to the work site
Ability to work well with others in a team setting
Driver’s license/or transportation to work
Must be honest, dependable, and hard working
Must be available for overnight travel for up to 4 nights for 1 week
What kind of projects will participants be working on?
Resource Management and Ecological Restoration
Rare Plant Species Habitat Management
Hiking Trail Construction and Maintenance
Interpretive Sign Installation
Hiking Trail Marking
Wood Fence Installation
What will participants receive?
Youth Development
Opportunity to learn new skills
Instruction & positive feedback
Opportunity to explore career options in conservation
Work in outdoors
Chance to work with professional staff or skilled volunteers
Opportunity to contribute to your community and the environment
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send a resume and completed state application
for the SIR-TYCC position to the Division of Natural Areas at the address
listed below. A printable state application form can be downloaded at:
http://www.state.tn.us/personnel/Application/STATE%20OF%20TN%20APPLICATION.pdf
Deadline:
Applications should be submitted no later than February 8th, 2008.
Interviews will be held during the following week in Nashville, TN.
Contact information:
Applicants may call the Tennessee Division of Natural Areas at 615-532-0431
for additional information, or visit the Division web site at:
http://www.state.tn.us/environment/na/ for general information on the
Division of Natural Areas.
Tennessee Division of Natural Areas
7th Floor, L&C Annex
401 Church Street
Nashville, Tennessee 37243
Lisa L. Smith
Consulting Ecologist
286 Stoneylonesome Rd.
Stahlstown, PA 15687
wildflower at laurelweb.net
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Subject: Fwd: March TYCC announcement
Please distribute
Thanks
KF
>>> David Lincicome 1/28/2008 10:44 AM >>>
I've attached the March TYCC announcement for the work at Pickett SP.
We've distributed it around already, but feel free to send to folks you
know that may have kids/students that may be interested. Thanks.
DL
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