Forest and Conservation Worker jobs in California
Forest and Conservation Worker reforests and protects timber tracts and maintains forest facilities including roads and campsites. Applies a wide range of concepts. Being a Forest and Conservation Worker applies practical knowledge of practices and procedures from two or more specialized fields, such as forestry, soil science and/or agriculture. May require 2-4 years of related work experience. Additionally, Forest and Conservation Worker relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a manager, or head of the department. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Forest and Conservation Worker jobs
Botany Technician - Sequoia National Forest
- American Conservation Experience
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Porterville, CA
FULL_TIME
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Summary
American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the Sequoia National Forest, is seeking FOUR Botany Technicians to work alongside Forest Service staff.
For more information about ACE, please visit our website at usaconservation dot org.
Start Date: ASAP
Estimated End Date: October 2024- a 20-week minimum commitment is required*
The Sequoia National Forest covers over 1.1 million acres in three counties of Southern California and offers an abundance of recreation opportunities for people to enjoy. The Forest offers 52 developed campgrounds, hiking on more than 1,147 miles of trails including 47 miles of the PCT, over 314,448 acres of wilderness, 222 miles of Wild and Scenic Rivers, 2,617 rivers and streams, world-class whitewater rapids, 158 ponds and lakes, boating, fishing, biking, horseback riding and more.
Project Websites: For more information regarding the Sequoia National Forest, please visit the USFS website.
Position Overview- Operate, maintain, and inventory weed management equipment.
- Inventory, monitor, and map existing weed populations utilizing agency data collection applications, commercial global positioning systems and topographic maps.
- Work with permittees, partners and cooperators within the geographic area to ensure weed management efforts are successful.
- Surveys known plant populations to determine trends.
- Conducts surveys of project location to determine presence/absence of plant species.
- Survey for species of conservation concern or species of interest threatened and endangered species within Sequoia National Forest
Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Position Benefits
Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $800/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly.
Public Land Corps Hiring Authority: Members serving under this agreement may be eligible for a federal hiring authority upon completion of their term of service and 640 hours of service. If the duration of a PLC-eligible term is not long enough for Members to accrue 640 hours of service (~16 weeks), the total hours served at the completion of the term may be eligible to be combined with hours accrued from another PLC-eligible term to meet the 640 hours requirement. PLC projects also include specific eligibility requirements such as age and citizenship. Please contact ACE staff with questions about eligibility, or view general information on our usaconservation website.
Housing: Housing is the responsibility of the member and not provided by ACE or the Forest Service.
Housing Assistance: ACE members will be eligible for reimbursable housing assistance up to $600/month. The ACE Member will only be reimbursed for approved and demonstrated housing expenses.
Provided Training/Orientation: ACE members will receive position specific training and an orientation outlining ACE policies and procedures, clear guidance on prohibited activities, and networks for support. Members will have the opportunity to be mentored by Forest Service permanent staff in a variety of disciplines related to this role. Members can expect training and mentorship in landscape level planning, botany, invasive mitigation planning and techniques, data collection and reporting, among other things.
Qualifications
Required:- Members must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident, as required by U.S. government contracts
- Willing and able to represent ACE and the partner organization in a professional, positive, and enthusiastic manner.
- Ability to be both self-directed/work alone, and be a positive, contributing member of a group.
- A valid driver's license and an insurable driving record (documentation to be provided upon request).
- Willing to undergo and must pass the required two-part criminal history check
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
- ACE Members will need to complete bi-weekly timesheets, beginning of term feedback forms, end of term evaluations and for longer terms, a mid-term evaluation.
- To learn more about eligibility requirements, please visit our usaconservation website.
- Competitive applicants for this position should have a bachelor's degree in Botany, Resource Management, or relevant professional experiences in closely related fields.
- Experience and/or ability to learn the use of a GPS unit.
- Database management and ArcGIS software experience.
- Plant identification
- 4x4 vehicle and ATV experience
- Members should be capable of working alone, or with other people, during early morning hours, night, or during the day.
- Members should be capable of working in remote locations for backcountry work trips over an extended period of time, primitive camping
- Physical Demands: Ability to hike over rough terrain, and camp overnight under field conditions.
- Weight Lifted or Force Exerted: Frequently moves up to 50 lbs., ability to move up to 50 pounds.
- Environmental: Outdoor and indoor conditions. Work environment conditions can change frequently; working under adverse weather conditions and in various climates.
To Apply: Please submit your resume, a cover letter demonstrating your interest and experience, and contact information for three professional/academic references to the online application page for this position on our website at usaconservation dot org. Early consideration will be given as resumes are received. This position may close at any time. If you have any questions regarding this position please feel free to contact USFS/BLM Member Manager, Caris Hill at chill at usaconservation dot org.
EEO: American Conservation Experience provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, American Conservation Experience complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Salary: $800 per week - a 20-week minimum commitment is required*
- 6 Days Ago
Botany Technician - Sequoia National Forest
- American Conservation Experience - EPIC
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Porterville, CA
OTHER
- Summary American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the Sequoia National Forest, is seeking FOUR Botany Technicians to work alongside Forest Service staff. Fo...
- 1 Day Ago
Visitor Information Services - Eldorado National Forest
- American Conservation Experience
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Placerville, CA
FULL_TIME
- Visitor Information Services AssistantSummary: American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with Eldorado National Forest, is seeking one VIS Assistants to contribu...
- 6 Days Ago
Field Leader- Piera National Forest Backcountry Corps
- Student Conservation Association, Inc
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Fresno, CA
FULL_TIME
- Conservation Begins Here. The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults. Program participants protect and rest...
- 1 Day Ago
Visitor Information Services - Eldorado National Forest
- American Conservation Experience - EPIC
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Placerville, CA
OTHER
- Visitor Information Services Assistant Summary: American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with Eldorado National Forest, is seeking one VIS Assistants to contrib...
- 17 Days Ago
2024 Summer Sequoia National Forest Trail Corps Member
- Student Conservation Association, Inc
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Sacramento, CA
FULL_TIME
- Sequioa National Forest Backcountry Crews: Position Dates: May 13, 2024 - August 17, 2024 Location: Sacramento, CA Overview: Embark on an epic journey as a Corps Member for the SCA 2024 Summer Sequoia...
- 11 Days Ago
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- City of Detroit
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- Express Employment Professionals
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- City of Boulder (CO)
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Boulder, CO
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- Homer Companies
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- Department Of Agriculture
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