Conservation Specialist: Invasive & Riparian Restoration

AmeriCorps & Senior Corps; Richmond (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Education award upon completion

Living Allowance

Training

Job summary

Vermont Land Trust is seeking a dedicated AmeriCorps member to support invasive species management, site monitoring, and restoration on fee-owned and conserved lands. This full-time position partners with VHCB AmeriCorps to advance land management and conservation goals in Vermont.

The role begins January 12 and ends December 10, 2027, requiring 1720 hours over 47 weeks. A living allowance of $31,000 and an education award upon completion are provided, along with health insurance and training

Qualifications

• Invasive species management experience preferred.
• Experience coordinating volunteers or teams.
• Experience with riparian restoration projects or related fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys and develop management plans for removal of invasive plants.
• Coordinate and supervise volunteers for field activities.
• Tend, maintain, and monitor riparian buffer projects and restoration sites.
• Record data on project performance and outcomes.
• Participate in CISMA activities and support statewide restoration efforts.

Skills

Invasive species management

Volunteer coordination

Data collection

Riparian restoration

Job description

Vermont Land Trust is seeking a dedicated AmeriCorps member to support invasive species management, site monitoring, and restoration on fee-owned and conserved lands. This full-time position partners with VHCB AmeriCorps to advance land management and conservation goals in Vermont.

The role begins January 12 and ends December 10, 2027, requiring 1720 hours over 47 weeks. A living allowance of $31,000 and an education award upon completion are provided, along with health insurance and training