POSITION SUMMARY
The Invasive Species Seasonal Crew Members (2 positions) work with the Invasive Species Seasonal Crew Lead and other ISN Staff to implement the Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program award and Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, which funds these positions. Primary responsibilities include working with partner organizations to control terrestrial invasive plant species throughout Benzie, Grand Traverse, Leelanau, and Manistee counties.

COMPENSATION
The Invasive Species Seasonal Crew Member is a seasonal position, working up to 40 hours/week for up to 16* weeks.This position is not exempt from overtime requirements with an hourly wage of $13-15/hour, depending on experience. Seasonal positions are not eligible for benefits except those required by law.

*Pending funding, one of the Seasonal Crew Member positions may be extended.

RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to: ISN Coordinator, ISN Habitat Management Specialist
Led by: ISN Seasonal Crew Lead
Supervises: none
Works with: ISN staff and partners, volunteers

PREFERRED START DATE
May 1, 2023*

*Start date is flexible to applicant’s schedule

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
Formal Education or Equivalent
● Seeking a degree with excellent academic performance, preferably in a natural resource or management field
OR
● High school diploma and one year (season) of experience in invasive species management

Related Work Experience
● Background in natural resource management, particularly in invasive species management
● Experience with hand tools used in landscaping

Skills

• Able to work efficiently outdoors in varying conditions and terrain for extended periods of time and in isolated locations
• Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certificate or Registered TechnicianOR ability and willingness to obtain certificate (required—cost covered by ISN)
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong and proven team-player
• Excellent social and interpersonal skills, especially with diverse clientele and work groups
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language
• Basic computer proficiency (Windows)
• Proficient knowledge of ArcGIS and GPS units preferred
• Strong knowledge of plant identification and regional invasive species preferred

Other

• Able to work flexible hours
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and possess a (registered, insured) vehicle for use during work hours (approved mileage will be reimbursed)

WORKING CONDITIONS

The Grand Traverse Conservation District’s office is located in the Boardman River Nature Center in Traverse City, MI. Crew Members will frequently be in the field surveying and managing invasive plants throughout Benzie, Grand Traverse, Leelanau, and Manistee counties. Field work may involve traversing uneven, boggy, and submerged terrain in wide ranges of temperatures and conditions, in areas with insect pests, and may require lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Must have a willingness to travel within a four-county service area for multiple days (housing expenses would be reimbursed if overnight stays are authorized). Must have a willingness to mechanically control invasive plants as well as become certified and work with chemical herbicides. While field equipment will be supplied, the successful applicants must have consistent access to appropriate attire for field work (boots, long pants, long sleeves).

TO APPLY
Please email:
1. Completed application (found on the ISN website www.HabitatMatters.org/employment)
2. Resume (no more than 2 pages)
3. Cover letter (1 page)

to the Invasive Species Network Coordinator, Audrey Menninga, at amenninga[@]gtcd.org. No calls please.

Applications must be received no later than 8am EST, Monday, February 6, 2023.

This project is funded in part by the Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program through the Quality of Life Departments: Michigan DNR, EGLE, and MDARD, as well as the Environmental Protection Agency and the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative through the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians.

The Northwest Michigan Invasive Species Network and its fiduciary Grand Traverse Conservation District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

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