Deadline: Fri, 02/03/2023 - 12:00pm Employer: American Conservation Experience Job Field: Fisheries Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management Water and Soil Resources Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location: Massachusetts Location Detail: Wellfleet Job Description: American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service, is seeking ONE Salt Marsh Monitoring Member to contribute to vegetation monitoring projects alongside Cape Cod National Seashore staff. For more information about ACE, please visit: www.usaconservation.org. For the full position description and to apply, please visit: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/905477.html Start Date: Ideally June 12, 2023 (flexibility may be available) Estimated End Date: September 1, 2023 (or 12 weeks from start date) * A 12-week minimum commitment is required * Location: The Cape Cod National Seashore is located in Wellfleet, MA. Position Overview: The ACE Member will work under the supervision of a biological technician. They will follow instructions and standardized procedures for collecting and managing field data and ensure a high level of quality control of the data collected. The data collection will include, but may not be limited to, vegetation and soil sampling in a variety of salt marsh habitats. The ACE Member will also participate in routine natural resource management activities ongoing at the Seashore. Other activities include basic soil processing and assisting the biological technician with an end-of-season report and recommendations. Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $300/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly. AmeriCorps Education Award Program (EAP) & Loan Forbearance: This position may be eligible for a 450-hour AmeriCorps Education Award while serving under the EAP 2022/23 grant year program, valued up to $1,718.25 upon successful completion of a complete serve term and 450 hours. AmeriCorps members may also be eligible for federal loan forbearance. Additional enrollment steps are required. Reimbursable Relocation Allowance: ACE members will have access to a $150.00 reimbursable relocation allowance ($75.00 disbursed at the beginning and $75.00 disbursed at the end of the term). Further details regarding distribution of these funds will be provided during the interview process. 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). Must have a personal vehicle. Willing to undergo and must pass the required three-part criminal history checks. Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. ACE Members must verify that they are fully vaccinated for Covid-19 or have requested and been granted a medical or religious exemption to vaccination by the time they start their term. 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. Member may not participate in any prohibited activities as listed in the Member Service Agreement or as defined by AmeriCorps. To learn more about eligibility requirements, please visit our website here. Preferred: Competitive applicants for this position can hold or be pursuing a minimum of a bachelor's degree and/or have relevant experience in subject areas such as ecology, botany, biology, natural resources management, environmental science, or related disciplines. Ability to conduct field surveys under demanding weather in rough terrain. Ability to use field guides for plant ID. Knowledge of the natural history and scientific processes of the Northeastern United States; for example: ecology of marine ecosystems, dune and barrier beach ecosystems, coastal geologic processes, freshwater ecosystems, marine biology. Salary: $300/week Benefits: AmeriCorps Eligible. Housing Provided. Work in and around a marine coastal environment. How to Apply: 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 here: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/905477.html Early consideration will be given as resumes are received. This position may close at any time. Please note that this external-site position announcement may be out of date. If a position posting is still open on the application link provided, then the position has not yet been filled and is still accepting applications. If you have any questions regarding this position please feel free to contact EPIC NPS Recruitment and Outreach Manager, Victoria Yee, at vyee@usaconservation.org.
