AmeriCorps Wetland Pool Technician: Field Role

Conservation Legacy; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 15,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refuge housing available

Personal vehicle recommended

Job summary

Conservation Legacy is seeking a Wetland Pool Technician to support Seney National Wildlife Refuge with water management for 22 wetland pools. The role involves field data collection, water control operations, wildlife surveys, and collaboration with tribal staff and refuge personnel.

The position runs February–August 2027, with AmeriCorps service hours and related training; housing is available, and a personal vehicle is recommended for remote work sites.

Qualifications

• Biological sciences knowledge is preferred.
• Ability to identify avian and plant species in wetland habitats.
• Knowledge of avian nesting practices is preferred.
• Proficient in oral and written communication.
• Experience with common hand tools and simple power tools.
• Ability to drive on 2-track roads and navigate with maps.
• Familiarity with field data entry and basic databases.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate spring target water levels and recommend 2027 targets.
• Collaborate with refuge staff to manipulate water control structures.
• Use hand tools to maintain water structures and gauges.
• Replace missing gauges and ensure readability.
• Use boats to verify water depths and survey aquatic vegetation.
• Monitor pool levels May–Aug and log data in central database.
• Conduct wildlife surveys and identify nesting waterbirds.
• Record avian survey data and field observations in databases.
• Engage with Tribal and refuge staff; participate in meetings and training.

Skills

Biological sciences knowledge

Identify avian & plant species

Avian nesting practices

Oral & written communication

Hand tools & light power tools

Driving on 2-track roads

Navigating with printed maps

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

GIS mapping tools

Job description

Conservation Legacy is seeking a Wetland Pool Technician to support Seney National Wildlife Refuge with water management for 22 wetland pools. The role involves field data collection, water control operations, wildlife surveys, and collaboration with tribal staff and refuge personnel.

The position runs February–August 2027, with AmeriCorps service hours and related training; housing is available, and a personal vehicle is recommended for remote work sites.