Seasonal Ecology Field Assistant
Company: Nantucket Conservation Foundation
Location: Nantucket
Posted on: February 19, 2021
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Job Description:
The Nantucket Conservation Foundation, Inc. Science and
Stewardship Department seeks a seasonal field assistant to conduct
ecological research and stewardship activities for the 2021 field
season. Candidates must have strong field work experience,
excellent plant ID skills and an interest in wildlife ecology.This
position includes a wide range of field-based work including
vegetation community composition sampling, rare plant inventories,
small mammal trapping, wetland surveys and crab trapping, wildlife
radio telemetry and bat acoustic monitor deployment. Candidates
should be motivated, enthusiastic, self-reliant and able to learn
quickly. For more information on NCF's mission and current research
projects, please see the Foundation's website
www.nantucketconservation.org and our Science Blog on the
website.Primary Responsibilities* Quickly develop a working
knowledge of the island's plant species;* Monitor vegetation
communities and rare plant species in connection with research and
management projects using various sampling methods (percent cover,
line intercept, species counts, presence/absence, etc.) and in
various habitats (grasslands, salt marshes, wetlands);* Small
mammal trapping and handling, insect pitfall trapping, specimen
sorting and identification, and spotted turtle surveys and possible
radio telemetry;* Assist with bat population monitoring through
deployment of acoustic detectors, mist netting may occur later in
the season;* Salt marsh crab trapping and removal from key
marshes;* Inventory state-listed plant species that currently or
have historically occurred on Nantucket;* Participate in population
ecology studies of several plant and animal species of conservation
concern;* Inventory, monitoring, and management of invasive plant
species including hand digging and pulling and assisting a
certified herbicide applicator by cutting stems, bagging and
hauling away cut material;* Assist in greenhouse-based projects
such as native seed collection, propagation and out-planting for
habitat restoration and native garden establishment;* Data entry
and quality control;* Occasional participation in environmental
education, interpretive, development and/or fundraising activities
as needed.RequirementsRequired Qualifications B.S. or B.A. in
Ecology, Botany, Zoology, Wildlife Management, Natural Resource
Management, Environmental Science, or a related
biological/ecological field. One full season of field work
experience required. Competitive applicants will have both strong
plant identification skills and an interest in wildlife handling
and monitoring. Experience in vegetation community monitoring
techniques and ecological field data collection. Experience using
GPS units in the field and using Microsoft Excel for data entry.
Interest in invasive species management and willingness to
participate in manual aspects of herbicide management projects.
Strong observational, critical thinking and organizational skills
are essential, as is the ability to accurately collect data and
record field notes. Individuals must be able to work both
independently and as a member of a team. A valid driver's license
is required.Desired Qualifications Familiarity with the flora of
the northeastern United States and past plant taxonomy coursework.
Having or willingness to independently obtain a MA Herbicide
Applicator license is useful but not required.Physical Demands and
Work Environment This is a field work intensive position and
applicants must be able to tolerate adverse field conditions. Field
work includes the possibility for inclement weather and variable
terrain, poison ivy and biting insects (mosquitoes, deer ticks).
Nantucket is an area with a high incidence of tick-borne disease so
precautions to minimize risk are encouraged. The work involves
hiking, standing, bending, kneeling, and hauling field gear on a
routine basis. While field assistants will not be applying or
working directly with herbicide, they will be working in the
vicinity of herbicide application with precautions taken to avoid
direct exposure.BenefitsDates/Hours This is a full-time, temporary
and seasonal position beginning in mid-May and ending in
mid-October; exact dates are somewhat flexible. Hours are generally
40 hours a week with daily hours variable depending on particular
projects early-morning and late-night field work will be required
depending on project, weather, tides, etc. Weekend work will be
required for certain non-profit events and field
projects.Wages/Benefits Wage is $13 per hour based on a 40-hour
work week. Housing is provided in shared, employee house.
Work-related transportation is provided but is not available after
working hours. No paid time off (vacation or sick time) is
available to seasonal employees of the Foundation. The Foundation
cannot offer employee benefits to seasonal employees.COVID-19
Considerations For the health and safety of our staff, exact start
dates may depend on current recommendations for travel and
quarantine requirements. Flexibility on the part of seasonal
workers may be required. NCF follows employer COVID-related
protocols, and if necessary, this position may require a quarantine
and/or negative COVID test prior to start date. To maintain a safe
working environment for NCF staff and the community, all NCF staff
are required to adhere to all federal, state and local COVID-19
guidelines. Additionally, all staff are required to adhere to NCF's
internal COVID-19 operating procedures and protocols.TO APPLY
Application deadline is Monday February 1st by 5pm, we review
applications on a rolling basis.Click APPLY to job and fill out the
form and upload your Application Packet using the Upload Resume
linkApplication Packet ONE PDF DOCUMENT INCLUDINGCover Letter,
Resume, Contact Information for 3 references, and Unofficial
Undergraduate College Transcripts** Please note, applications sent
without transcripts will NOT be accepted. There are many free
websites that will combine your transcript pdfs with your
application pdf. Contact us with any issues.Applications accepted
ONLY through this hiring website https
//nantucket-conservation-foundation.workable.comQuestions Contact
Dr. Jennifer Karberg jkarberg@nantucketconservation.org
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