Summer Stewardship Technician

SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Stewardship Technician is a temporary position that assists the stewardship team in ecological restoration, trail and public access maintenance, and monitoring work on Land Trust protected lands. This is an entry level position with a focus on learning and gaining new skills.
 

QUALIFICATIONS: Self-motivated individual seeking experience or education in natural resources and an interest in land conservation. Background in one or more of the following areas is desirable, but not a prerequisite: ecological restoration, field biology, environmental education, or communications. The ability to communicate positively with a wide variety of people, including volunteers, landowners and the general public; be able to work outside in varied terrain and weather; and a willingness to work independently and perform a variety of tasks.

DUTIES:
•Support stewardship field work, as assigned.
•Trail construction and maintenance.
•Assist with volunteer work parties.
•Assist other Land Trust staff, as assigned.
•Support outreach events, as assigned.
•Drive work vehicles, including an F-150 with a trailer, to sites across the island.
•Some examples of technician projects include:
   o Invasive plant removal.
   o Run motorized tools safely and effectively.
   o Watering and maintenance of native plantings.

   o Public access and trail maintenance.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is mainly performed in the field. Field work often requires walking over uneven terrain while carrying tools and the ability to do extensive and strenuous work such as brush clearing and digging holes. The Land Trust’s preserve lands and conservation easements are located on Whidbey and Camano Islands, therefore road travel is required to visit these properties. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required. Minimal office work will be performed in an office setting.
 

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Candidate should be able to thrive in a small nonprofit team environment, possess a strong belief in land conservation, and demonstrate a passion for protecting Whidbey and Camano islands. Valid driver’s license is a prerequisite.