SCI Seasonal Restoration Technician

Conservation Maven; San Diego (CA); In loco; USD 45.000 - 51.000; Tempo pieno

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Housing on island provided

Full benefits package

Descrizione del lavoro

San Diego State University Research Foundation Soil Ecology and Restoration Group (SERG) seeks two Seasonal Restoration Technicians for habitat restoration, rare plant surveys, and related botany projects on San Clemente Island. You will join a small crew, perform field work outdoors, and assist with data entry and plant propagation.

Eligibility requires endurance for demanding labor, ability to lift loads, and a genuine interest in Southern California flora.

Competenze

• Completion of upper level undergraduate courses in botany, ecology, biology, or related discipline.
• Bachelor’s degree in botany, ecology, biology, or related discipline.
• Experience with GIS and field data collection preferred.

Mansioni

• Monitor rare plant populations and vegetation cover in field sites.
• Maintain native outplantings and collect propagules.
• Enter field data using GPS and GIS; manage related databases.
• Assist with data analysis and reporting as directed.
• Perform duties safely in outdoor environments and varied weather.

Conoscenze

Physical endurance

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Motivation

Interpersonal skills

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in botany, ecology, biology, or related discipline

Coursework in botany or ecology

Strumenti

GIS

GPS

Descrizione del lavoro

### SCI Seasonal Restoration TechnicianSave JobSan Diego State University Research Foundation Soil Ecology and Restoration Group (SERG)San Diego,California| | || --- | --- || Job Type | Temporary || Salary | $23.31 per hour || Benefits | Full benefits package || Deadline | Oct 25, 2026 || Min. Experience | 2 - 4 years |**SERG MISSION STATEMENT**SERG is a nonprofit organization under the umbrella of the San Diego State University Research Foundation and is committed to restoring and preserving California’s sensitive vegetation communities for the benefit of the environment and the preservation of the ecosystem services they offer.**PURPOSE OF THE POSITION**SERG seeks two (2) Seasonal Restoration Technicians for habitat restoration, rare plant surveys, and other botany-related projects on San Clemente Island, a Naval installation on the southernmost of California’s Channel Islands. The Seasonal Restoration Technician position requires arduous manual labor, working outdoors in all weather, heavy lifting and carrying, and hiking on rugged terrain. This position will report to and work directly with the Crew Lead or Botany Project Manager, along with a crew of up to two other Seasonal Technicians and five other permanent staff members. The Seasonal Restoration Technician position will start on February 2, 2027, and end in May 2027. This is a full-time, hourly position. Compensation will be $23.31/hour plus a full benefits package. Housing is provided while working on San Clemente Island. The work schedule will be 10 days working on-island and 4-day weekends off-island. Housing is not provided during the 4-day weekends off-island. Transportation to and from the island is provided from the San Diego area by means of a twin engine 19-seater plane. Relocation benefits will not be offered.All work will be conducted on San Clemente Island, which is owned and operated by the U.S. Navy as an active training site, as part of the Navy’s Natural Resources Program. San Clemente Island has a particularly unique flora, hosting 2 federally listed plants, 18 plants that are known from nowhere else in the world, and an additional 26 plants that are only known from islands off the coast of southern California or Baja. The program also supports an extensive community of biologists and researchers. Applicants should enjoy living as part of a small and remote community, and be able to maintain a professional, positive attitude at all times.**SPECIFIC DUTIES**The SCI Seasonal Restoration Technician is responsible for, but not limited to:**Field Work 80%** ● Monitor rare plant populations ● Monitor vegetation cover ● Maintain and monitor native species outplantings ● Collect native plant propagules ● Propagate native plants**Data Entry and Other Office Work 15%** ● Use GPS in the field and GIS software ● Enter data and maintain databasesOther Duties and Responsibilities as assigned 5%**QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS****Knowledge and Abilities**● Ability to interact effectively with co-workers, contractors, and Navy personnelAbility to understand and follow posted work rules and procedures ● Ability to relate well to others within the project environment. ● Ability to display motivation and strong interpersonal skills ● Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing ● Ability to display organization, meet deadlines, and display detail orientation ● Ability to demonstrate a high level of cross-cultural sensitivity ● Passion for Southern California flora ● Capacity to follow work rules, directions, and procedures ● Experience performing strenuous labor with a high level of physical endurance under a variety of weather and work conditions ● Ability to repeatedly lift loads of up to 45 lbs throughout the workday and to safely navigate and work off-trail on steep, rocky, cactus-covered terrain ● Highly motivated individual with a high energy level and strong interpersonal skills. ● Possess good judgment and common sense. ● Ability to pass a background check to obtain clearance for military base access ● Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to drive 4-wheel-drive vehicles**Experience/Education**● Completion of upper level undergraduate courses in botany, ecology, biology, or related discipline OR equivalent of one year of related experience in lieu of coursework**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS**● Bachelor’s degree in botany, ecology, biology, or related discipline ● Previous experience in habitat restoration ● Experience working in greenhouses or plant nurseries ● Experience with GIS ● Familiarity with Southern California flora ● Experience safely operating and maintaining mechanical equipment and hand tools ● Experience maintaining and repairing small engines and motor vehiclesHow To ApplyPlease apply through the SDSU Research Foundation Careers Site:https://careers-sdsurf.icims.com/jobs/21004/sci-seasonal-restoration-technician/job?mode=viewWhen you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board.