Desert Invasive Species Field Technician

American Conservation Experience; Ajo (AZ); On-site; USD 328,000 - 437,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Living allowance $600/week

Gear reimbursement up to $100

Public Land Corps Hiring Authority

Provided training/orientation

Job summary

American Conservation Experience, in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, seeks four Members for invasive plant management at Cabeza Prieta NWR, AZ. Start Feb 8, 2027; end by Apr 30, 2027 with a 12-week minimum commitment.

Living allowance $600/week; housing provided; potential GIS/ArcGIS work and field training. Position emphasizes professional development, field experience in land management, and public outreach.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to hike in hot conditions and rough terrain.
• Self-directed and able to work independently.
• Must have a valid driver's license and insurable driving record.
• Must pass criminal history checks.

Responsibilities

• Invasive plant surveying for buffelgrass and stinknet on refuge lands.
• Manual removal of non-native invasive plants; herbicide exposure possible.
• Record treatment data using Field Maps and Survey123 in ArcGIS.
• Operate 4WD government trucks in remote areas; educate the public on resource management.

Skills

Ability to hike and work in hot, rough

Self-directed / independent work

Effective oral and written skills

Professional conduct and teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in ecology or natural resource management

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

American Conservation Experience, in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, seeks four Members for invasive plant management at Cabeza Prieta NWR, AZ. Start Feb 8, 2027; end by Apr 30, 2027 with a 12-week minimum commitment.

Living allowance $600/week; housing provided; potential GIS/ArcGIS work and field training. Position emphasizes professional development, field experience in land management, and public outreach.