Natural Resources Technician – Shaw AFB, SC

Austin Community College; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a Natural Resources Technician at Shaw Air Force Base, SC. This seasonal full-time position includes field work in wildlife and vegetation management, along with office tasks in data management and reporting. Applicants should be pursuing a relevant B.S. degree and must have basic field data collection skills. The role requires reliable transportation and the ability to work independently in challenging conditions. Preferred candidates have additional experience in environmental science.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a B.S. in natural resources or related field (senior standing).
• 3 months to 3 years of relevant experience, including internships or volunteer work.
• Basic field data collection skills, such as vegetation surveys.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field work for wildlife management, vegetation, and invasive species.
• Perform data collection using GPS and field mapping.
• Assist in public outreach and education efforts.

Skills

Field data collection

Wildlife monitoring

GPS-based mapping

Education

B.S. in natural resources or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

GPS equipment

Job description

Natural Resources Technician - Shaw AFB, SC

One Natural Resources Technician (Seasonal Worker, Full-time, 40 hours/week) position is available with the Colorado State University (CSU) Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML). This position will provide entry-level training and experience on a range of cultural resources projects supporting the Natural Resources Management (NRM) program at Shaw Air Force Base, SC.

This position will provide support to Shaw Air Force Base (AFB) Natural Resources (NR) programs. The position will integrate the intern into military lands management and NR work. The technician will contribute to Shaw AFB conservation efforts and learn about the regulatory framework and importance of managing NR on DoD lands. Successful candidates will gain entry-level experience on a variety of forestry, T&E, habitat and NR mgt projects under mentorship with Shaw AFB NR program mgrs.

This position is not-to-exceed 140 working days.

Potential work activities may include but are not limited to the tasks below:

• Threatened and Endangered Species Management
• Forestry and Habitat Management
• Some regulatory coordination for cultural resource support
• NEPA support

This position is onsite, and the Natural Resources Technician must have reliable transportation to the site. The ECDP is unable to provide relocation or housing stipends.

Full Consideration Date is 7 April, 2026 at 12:00 am MDT.

Position Location: Shaw Air Force Base, SC

Shaw AFB is a 3,300-acre United States military installation located seven miles west of Sumter, South Carolina.

Conduct field work, which can include management for wildlife, vegetation, invasive species, threatened and endangered species, wetlands, forests, and/or outdoor recreation areas, GPS data collection, field mapping, photography, public outreach and/or education, etc.

Administrative

Office-based tasks can include data entry and management, public outreach, preparing site forms, writing technical reports, compliance documents, database and data management, spatial analysis, and/or preparing correspondence and other documentation.

Conditions of Employment

• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).
• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.
• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• Must possess a Real ID for base access or be able to pass criteria for obtaining a Department of Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) card.
• Must be able to work long hours independently in remote, rugged field conditions under harsh weather conditions.

Supervision

None

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing a B.S. in natural resources-, cultural resources-, ecosystem science-, or environmental policy-related field (at least a senior standing).
• At least 3 months and no more than 3 years of relevant experience, which may include internships, fieldwork, seasonal jobs, volunteer work, or applied coursework.
• Basic field data collection skills (e.g., Vegetation surveys, wildlife monitoring, GPS-based mapping; academic or field school experience would count).

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled or holder of a Graduate Degree in natural resources-, biology-, or environmental science-related fields.
• Experience using GPS equipment to collect field data.
• Experience flora and/or fauna monitoring or management (specify taxa/ecosystem/regions of prior experience).
• Experience with threatened and endangered/sensitive species monitoring and management.
• Experience performing habitat restoration or invasive species management.
• Experience with manual labor using powered tools and heavy equipment such as chainsaws, weed-eaters, mowers, tractors, ATVs/UTVs etc.
• Proficiency with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS Pro) and database management.