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Seasonal (6 months) Land Conservation Steward

Employer
The Nature Conservancy
Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills

The Seasonal Land Conservation Steward performs and participates in land management efforts maintaining preserve areas frequented by the visiting public, performing land management activities, such as removing exotic species, conducting species monitoring, participating on the wildland fire team crew on prescribed burns and other restoration efforts. The Steward is a member of the Stewardship and Field Programs Department (SAF) of The Nature Conservancy’s Florida Chapter (TNC). SAF is responsible for implementing and managing field conservation work (e.g., wildland fire management, invasive species management, and wetland restoration) across Florida and for stewardship of the Florida Chapter’s network of preserves.   Employment duration:  early Oct. 2025 to early April 2026

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED and 1 year’s training in science-related field or related experience in land management.
  • Must meet minimum TNC - NWCG training and health requirements for wildland fires at the arduous level. For Florida: 3 mile walk with a 45-pound pack vest with a time of 45 minutes or less.
  • Must meet NWCG 310-1 training requirements for Basic Wildland Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2). See TNC Fire Management Manual.
  • Experience operating various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner (e.g. Lawn mower, chainsaw, UTV, ATV or OHV, two-way radio, or similar equipment).  
  • Experience recognizing plant and animal species.                             
  • Experience working in a team environment.   
  • Willingness to work outdoors in both hot and cold weather is necessary.
  • TNC’s Auto Safety Program. This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program. Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers." To learn more about the Auto Safety Program, visit https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/careers/recruitment/ under the FAQ section. Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.

 

Job Field:
Forestry
Wildlife
Other
Job Type:
Seasonal, Temporary, Internship
Location Detail:
This position is based at Apalachicola Bluffs and Ravines Preserve (ABRP) in Bristol, FL.
Salary:
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $17.50 – $21.00 hourly rate.
Job Benefits:

Onsite, co-ed housing included 

Application Deadline:

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