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GRAND TRAVERSE REGIONAL LAND CONSERVANCY



Position Title: Position Status: Seasonal Term: Date: Supervisor: Wage: Stewardship Field Crew Member Non-Exempt; Full-Time; Hourly; Seasonal (Up to 14 weeks) May 16, 2022 – August 19, 2022; Housing Available March 21, 2022Seasonal Land Steward, Preserve Stewardship Staff$15/hr

Position Objective: The Stewardship Field Crew Members (4 positions) will work with Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy (GTRLC) staff and the Seasonal Land Stewards to implement site maintenance and habitat management of an extensive system of nature preserves and sanctuaries located across a five-county service area in northern Michigan. Job Summary: The position primarily will involve sign management (installation, replacement, data recording); trail maintenance and construction; recreation infrastructure management; some light carpentry and construction (benches, informational kiosks, fences, etc.), and invasive species control (mostly manual control, but will also include some herbicide application).The position will be under the overall supervision of the Seasonal Land Steward, Field Crew Leader. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:* Team Duties – 5%

1.Assist other stewardship and land staff with activities as needed.

2.Assistance with volunteer events on Preserve, under the direction of the Volunteerand Events Coordinator, as needed

3.The candidate will be expected to interact with visitors positively, with patience,great customer service, and to be prepared to answer a wide range of questionswhile following essential talking points provided by our Communications team



Preserve Maintenance – 40%

1.Maintain preserve infrastructure such as trails, trailheads, kiosks, gates, signs,fences, boardwalks, Boundary posts, etc, and coordinate/delegate appropriatetasks to seasonal staff and volunteers

2.Install new signs in coordination with the sign technician



Maintain Shop, Field Equipment, and Tools – 5%

Invasive Species Control – 50%

1.Implement control methods for target species

2.Work with other staff and volunteers to remove invasive vegetation



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Work Environment: Hours are typically 7:00am – 4:00pm Monday -Thursday, and 8:00am-12:00pm on Friday. Some weekend or Evening work during special events may be required.

Physical Factors: The ability to work both indoors and outdoors, to carry necessary equipment and supplies, and occasionally work long hours in rough terrain and possibly inclement weather.

Training, Education, and Experience:

•Currently seeking a degree in a natural resource management or related discipline OR•High school diploma and one year (season) of experience in invasive species management, light construction, or related experience.



Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

•Excellent verbal communication skills

•Demonstrated ability to self-motivate and be able to accomplish daily taskswithout direct supervision while communicating regularly with supervisor

•Excellent problem-solving skills

•Ability to maintain a positive, professional, and courteous attitude

•Ability to work as part of a team

•Willingness and ability to work long hours in strenuous outdoor conditions

•Valid MI Driver’s License and reliable transportation



Desired:

•Field experience and familiarity with Michigan flora and fauna

•Experience working with volunteers

•Knowledge of northern ecological principles

•Computer literacy, with GIS, mapping, and database experience



Position is subject to a background check



Please Send Resume and Cover Letter to Drew Broadway [log in to unmask] Resumes, including Cover Letters will be received until Friday, April 8, 2022, at 5:00pm EST