Seasonal Field Assistant

Job Description:

Position Summary

The field assistants, as part of the upland field crew, implement the innovative Starr Ranch invasive species control and coastal sage scrub and native grassland restoration project This is a research-based project to control Cynara cardunculus (artichoke thistle) and other invasive species without chemicals and restore to rare native habitat. This role will work as part of a five person field crew who perform mechanical and physical removal of artichoke thistle and all aspects of invasive species control and restoration including non-chemical control of other invasive species, native seed collection and planting, and quantitative monitoring.

Opportunity to live on our 4000-acre Sanctuary. Positions start October 21, 2024 (2) and January 13, 2025 (2) and run six months from start date.

Compensation:

$18.00 / hour

Additional Job Description

Essential Functions

• Responsible for mechanical and physical removal of artichoke thistle and all aspects of invasive species control and restoration including non-chemical control of other invasive species

• Responsible for restoration activities including soil preparation, native seed collection and planting

• Responsible for experimental tests of weed removal and restoration techniques, and quantitative monitoring.

Qualifications and Experience

• College graduates with ecological, biological, or conservation background who seek invasive plant species control, restoration and monitoring experience. Must be enthusiastic about outdoor physical work (i.e. invasive plant control).

EEO Statement

The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.

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