AmeriCorps Invasive Plant Field Fellow – DC Region

The Corps Network; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance

Education Award

Health Insurance

Public Land Corps Hiring Authority

Student Loan Forbearance

Vision Insurance

AmeriCorps Segal Education Award

Work boots reimbursement

Tools and training

Job summary

The Corps Network in Washington, DC, invites applicants to join the Invasive Plant Management Individual Placement as part of the NPS National Capital Region. The 10-month AmeriCorps position emphasizes fieldwork, training in herbicide application, and coordination with IPMT teams for regional park stewardship.

Participants gain hands-on conservation experience, certifications, and eligibility for the AmeriCorps Education Award, while serving across the capital region and surrounding parks.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Physically capable of strenuous field activities (hiking, lifting, etc.).
• Two or four year college degree in a biology-related subject or related experience.
• Must be eligible for AmeriCorps term and Education Award.
• Strong teamwork and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage invasive plants using mechanical and chemical methods.
• Support IPMT field operations and data collection.
• Assist with reviewing scientific literature and creating internal briefs.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Physically capable of strenuous field

Lift 50 lbs

Field and office work

Education

Two or four year biology-related degree or equivalent

Job description

The Corps Network in Washington, DC, invites applicants to join the Invasive Plant Management Individual Placement as part of the NPS National Capital Region. The 10-month AmeriCorps position emphasizes fieldwork, training in herbicide application, and coordination with IPMT teams for regional park stewardship.

Participants gain hands-on conservation experience, certifications, and eligibility for the AmeriCorps Education Award, while serving across the capital region and surrounding parks.