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[Jil_Swearingen at nps.gov]

Hi,

This is a great opportunity. Please pass along to anyone you know who might
be interested in this type of work.

Thanks,

Jil

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JIL SWEARINGEN
IPM & Invasive Species Coordinator
National Capital Region
Center for Urban Ecology
4598 MacArthur Blvd. NW
Washington DC 20007
202-342-1443, ex 218
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----- Forwarded by Jil Swearingen/NCR/NPS on 09/03/2010 10:45 AM -----



The Nature Conservancy has posted an announcement for a 2-year position
with the Southern Illinois Invasive Plant Strike Team.  The posting will be
up for the next two weeks (ends on Sept 15) and we are shooting for a start
date sometime in early October.  To view the job or apply, go to
www.nature.org/careers.  Job ID#:  12363


A full job description follows.


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The Nature Conservancy


POSITION DESCRIPTION


POSITION TITLE:                                        Restoration
Specialist– INVASIVES STRIKE TEAM


JOB NUMBER/FLSA STATUS:                    450002/Non-Exempt


FLSA STATUS:                                              Non-Exempt


LOCATION:                                                 Trail of Tears
State Park, Jonesboro, Illinois


TERM:                                                            2 Year
Position


BASIC 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 performing physical work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:


The Conservation Practitioner II is part of a team who will eradicate
invasive, exotic plants from state parks and natural areas within the River
to River Cooperative Weed Management Area (CWMA). The River to River CWMA
includes 11 counties (Alexander, Gallatin, Hardin, Jackson, Johnson,
Massac, Pope, Pulaski, Saline, Williamson and Union) in southern
Illinois.  The Conservation Practitioner II will implement invasive, exotic
plant management control methods using integrated pest management
strategies.  Control strategies will include manual, mechanical, prescribed
fire and chemical techniques.  This position will use the Weed Information
Management System, which is a Microsoft Access-based relational database
application that is designed to assist natural resource managers in
invasive species management.  Accurate and detailed data collection is a
significant part of this effort.



This may include one or more of the following functions:


·         Removes exotic species using manual, mechanical, prescribed fire
and chemical techniques


·         Documents stewardship activities and/or monitors species using
computers and handheld electronic equipment


·         Assists with prescribed burns


·         Maintains tools and equipment


·         Assists with reporting


·         Assists with research and gathering of information on invasive
species


REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:


·         High school diploma and 1-2 years training in science-related
field or related experience in land management.


· Experience working with or knowledge of natural systems.  Ability to
recognize plant and animal species as required to complete preserve
management activities.


· Ability to operate various types of equipment in a safe and efficient
manner (e.g.; chainsaw, two-way radio, ATV, 4-wheel drive vehicle,
brushcutter, etc)


· Ability to follow instructions from colleagues


· Ability to perform physical work, sometime under adverse conditions or in
inclement weather such as carrying up to 40 lbs. up to 5 miles over steep
terrain for 7 hours/day


· Willingness and ability to travel locally


· Ability and willingness to have a varying and flexible work schedule


· Ability to obtain herbicide license within 2 weeks of hire date,


· Ability to obtain proper fire certification including S130/190 and I100


· Valid driver’s license


· PC familiarity, including using a database to maintain preserve records,
use of the internet, GPS experience


· Basic knowledge of GIS and using a PDA with ArcPad.


COMPLEXITY/PROBLEM SOLVING:


· May resolve preserve management problems independently as delegated.


· Consult with supervisor to develop plans for resolution of unusual or
complex problems.


· Monitor the progress of work groups toward achieving preserve management
goals.





DISCRETION/LATITUDE/DECISION-MAKING:


·         Consults supervisor on unusual or complex issues


· Make day-to-day decisions as delegated by supervisor.





RESPONSIBILITY/OVERSIGHT – FINANCIAL AND SUPERVISORY:


·         Receives detailed instructions to complete required tasks


·         May work under close supervision or infrequent supervision


· Supervises no staff, but may help plan and direct preserve work groups,
including other staff or volunteers.





COMMUNICATIONS/INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:


· Ability to convey work instructions to other preserve management team
members, including volunteers.


· Ability to interact with preserve visitors and to convey basic preserve
information.


· Ability to function productively as a member or leader of a work team.


· Ability to communicate effectively with multiple supervisors in different
locations.





WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:


The Conservation Practitioner II may work in variable weather conditions,
at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under
physically demanding circumstances. These conditions:


· require considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain


· present frequent possibility of injury


· require long hours in isolated settings





         The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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