Job Opportunities
Seasonal Sanctuary Steward/Invasive Species Specialist
Dates of Employment
Mid-May to Mid-August – Position starts May 13th
Compensation:
- $15.00 (hourly wage) - (Up to 40 hours a week)
- Internship credits available to right candidates
Position Summary:
This Stewardship position is chiefly responsible for conducting invasive species control on the sanctuary utilizing manual, mechanical, and chemical methods. Other principal responsibilities will be utilizing GPS to aid in mapping invasive species, conducting restoration efforts through seeding and planting, and a variety of media production to share and educate the public. Other duties when required are as follows: Facilities and trail maintenance, responding to medical and weather emergencies; minimal custodial duties, and anything else that is deemed a priority throughout season.
Position Breakdown:
65% - Conducting removal and eradication of invasive species
20% - Time conducting restoration efforts utilizing native sources
10% - Mapping invasive species/producing media for educating public
5% - Miscellaneous duties
Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age or older and possess a valid driver’s license
- Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and written
- Must be able to perform the physical labor required for all aspects of the position including the ability to carry a 50 lb. backpack in adverse conditions for 5 miles and be able to perform various job responsibilities in inclement weather.
- Must be able to work and collaborate in a team environment
- Preferred degree tract or degree in Environmental Science, Resource Management, Parks and Recreation, or related field.
- Preferred experience with invasive species control such as pulling, mowing, cutting, or spraying.
- Preferred experience in conducting restoration utilizing native species
- Preferred first aid/CPR certifications or at minimum willingness to assist in response to medical emergencies.
- Possess skills to effectively interact and educate the public on Sanctuary Mission
- Possess the ability to perform in an environment of changing workloads and priorities
- A willingness to perform Best Management Practices (BMP) related to invasive species control and become certified as a PA pesticide Technician.
- Proficiency in the operation of hand and power tools, mowers, string trimmers, hand saws, and 4X4 trucks and tractors is a plus
- Basic knowledge of Northeast flora and fauna is a plus
- Experience in media collection is a plus
- Experience with GPS/GIS is a plus
How to Apply:
Email a cover letter and resume/CV to Noah Rauch, Sanctuary Steward, at [email protected].
Assistant Sanctuary Steward
Compensation: $16.00/Hour
Schedule: Weekends (8:00AM – 5:00PM)
Position Summary:
The Assistant Sanctuary Steward is a key member of the HMS Stewardship Department and will report to full-time Stewardship Staff. The Assistant Sanctuary Steward is responsible for ALL operational needs of the organization during work hours including but not limited to general land and facility maintenance, custodial duties, visitor & parking logistics and invasive species management.
Essential Functions:
- Assists in maintaining sanctuary infrastructure and grounds including but not limited to hiking trails and signage, educational and research facilities, roads, and outdoor privies in line with the HMS mission
- Performs and documents diverse land and resource management initiatives including but not limited to non-native invasive species control, trail construction, and ecological restorations in a forested landscape
- Supervises, conducts, and/or assists full and part-time staff, volunteers, interns, outside contractors and service-learning students on various sanctuary projects and initiatives
- Responds to medical, security, and environmental or weather emergencies on sanctuary grounds in a timely and professional manner in line with HMS policy
- Performs various work in support of ALL initiatives and priorities of the HMS Stewardship Department in support of the HMS mission
Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and written
- Must be able to perform the physical labor required for all aspects of the position including the ability to carry a 50 lb. backpack in adverse conditions for 5 miles and be able to perform various job responsibilities in inclement weather
- Must be able to work and collaborate in a dynamic team environment of changing workloads and priorities
- Proficiency in the operation of hand & power tools, mowers, string trimmers, and 4x4 trucks
- A basic knowledge of Northeast flora and fauna
- A willingness to perform invasive plant management in accordance with best management practices (BMP) through an integrated pest management approach (IPM) including using manual, mechanical, and chemical methods of treatment
Desired Skills:
- Degree or degree track in Resource or Facility Management, Parks and Recreation, or related field with experience in park and/or land & facilities management
- Red Cross First Aid & CPR certification and/or other formal emergency medical training
- Formal training or relevant field experience relating to invasive plant management
- General maintenance experience including a working knowledge of carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and masonry principles
- Experience in conducting trail construction / maintenance projects and/or native habitat restoration efforts in a forested landscape
How to Apply:
Email a cover letter and resume/CV to Stephen Wade, Sanctuary Steward, at [email protected]. Applicants will be accepted until the position is filled. Opening is immediate but willing to work with the right candidate on start date.