Conservation Technician I (Seasonal)

Jekyll Island; Saint Simons (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Amenities

Parking

GDCP Retirement Savings Account

On-Island Shared Housing

Job summary

Jekyll Island Authority is seeking a winter seasonal Conservation Assistant to support wildlife and habitat management under the Wildlife Biologist and Conservation Director. Duties will vary seasonally and focus on land management and habitat restoration on Jekyll Island.

The role requires a related Bachelor’s degree with field experience, coastal ecology knowledge, a valid driver’s license, and flexibility for early morning or evening work. Housing options are available on-island.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related fields preferred with minimum 1 year field experience.
• Good communication and coastal Southeast ecology familiarity required.
• Ability to use a plant key; knowledge of coastal species preferred.
• Valid driver's license; off-road vehicle experience preferred.
• Experience with field equipment (battery/gas-powered) desired.
• Flexible schedule including early morning/evening shifts.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning and preparing priority habitats for restoration.
• Native plant propagation in a greenhouse setting.
• Restoration planting and invasive species control.
• Seed collection of native plants for regional restoration projects.
• Work independently and with staff, volunteers, and other departments.
• Adapt to shifting priorities and dynamic field conditions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Good communication

Independent problem solving

Field work adaptability

Flexible hours

Education

Bachelor's degree in botany, wildlife management, marine science, ecology, biology, or environmental science

Job description

Location: Jekyll Island, GA

Job Id:1794

# of Openings:1

Department:Conservation

Status:Seasonal position (October – March, not to exceed 5 months)

Pay:$15.36 - $18.86 per hour (DOQ)

Reports to:Wildlife Biologist II

Benefits:Amenities, Parking, Retirement Savings Account (GDCP), On-Island Shared Housing available

Housing:Shared housing is available on Jekyll Island is available for $75 per week paid directly through payroll deduction and a partially refunded $150.00 security deposit.

Closing Date: Open until filled. Applicants must fully complete the application, resume is optional and if submitted DOES NOT take the place of a completed application.

Job Summary: Under general direction, works under the supervision of the Wildlife Biologist, and Director of Conservation to carry out wildlife and land management activities to monitor priority species and restore priority habitats. Duties within this position will change seasonally based on program needs and the objectives set forth in the Jekyll Island Conservation Plan. This winter seasonal position will primarily perform duties related to conservation's land management.

Description of duties

• Contribute to planning and preparing priority habitats for restoration
• Native plant propagation in a greenhouse setting
• Restoration planting
• Invasive plant control
• Seed collection of native plants used for regional restoration projects
• Work independently and collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and other departments.
• Adapt readily to shifting priorities and dynamic field conditions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Wildlife Biologist, Natural Resources Manager, or Director of Conservation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in directly related fields (e.g. botany, wildlife management, marine science, ecology, biology, environmental science) preferred with a minimum of one (1) years related experience, including field experience.
• Good communication skills, positive demeanor, demonstrated ability to work and solve problems independently, and familiarity with the coastal ecology of the southeast required.
• Ability to use a plant key, with knowledge of coastal plant species preferred.
• Must have valid driver’s license. Experience driving off road in 4WD vehicles and/or UTV’s preferred.
• Experience and/or training working with battery and gas-powered field equipment (e.g., chainsaw, brush cutters) desired.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including time outside of normal business hours such as early morning and/or evening.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
• More than 50% of the typical workday will be spent walking.
• Between 25 and 50% of the day will be spent lifting, reaching, standing or sitting.
• Less than 25% of the day will be spent climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pulling, and grasping.
• Sensory abilities required include vision, hearing and touching with more than 50% of the day spent communicating, talking and hearing.
• Must have close visual clarity to perform up close work such as working with a computer as well as visual clarity to operate motor vehicles.
• Work will be performed both inside and outside. Work maybe subject to extreme cold and extreme heat and high humidity. Work includes exposure to vibrations, hazards, and infectious diseases.
• Noise level is considered normal to loud, may require shouting.

This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job, but is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Incomplete applications or applications without accompanying documents when required will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the selection process. Successful completion of background check is required including credit when applicable to the position. Relocation expenses are not authorized, applicants should consider this when applying.

Jekyll Island Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Authority supports equal employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. The Jekyll Island is a Drug-free Workplace.