Seasonal Natural Resources Tech - Field Stewardship

Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Job summary

The Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority seeks a Seasonal Natural Resources Technician to support vegetation management, restoration, and monitoring across its preserve network. You will work with grazers, implement invasive controls under QAC guidance, and conduct flora and fauna monitoring.

This role requires outdoor work in rugged terrain, early mornings and weekends. The position begins January 2027 with up to 1,000 hours, offering a collaborative, mission-driven environment and

Qualifications

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12 th ) grade or some college-level coursework in park maintenance, resources management, or related field.
• Proficiency in identifying local flora and fauna and experience performing habitat quality assessments.
• Strong data entry skills and experience with wildlife and vegetation survey techniques.
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License and a clean driving record. Experience with off-road driving is a bonus.
• Knowledge of tools such as CalFlora and ArcGIS programs for field data collection and mapping
• Additional experience with the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the Authority’s integrated pest management work and vegetation management.
• Complete active monitoring of flora and fauna and assist with restoration projects including routine maintenance of plants, irrigation, and weed abatement.
• Assist with Land Steward volunteer events engaging with the public in restoration projects.
• Work outdoors in rugged terrain, early mornings and nights, including weekends.

Skills

Flora & fauna ID

Habitat quality assessments

Data entry

Survey techniques

Driver's license

Off-road driving (bonus)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent / some college (park maintenance, resource mgmt, or related)

Tools

CalFlora

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

Job description

The Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority seeks a Seasonal Natural Resources Technician to support vegetation management, restoration, and monitoring across its preserve network. You will work with grazers, implement invasive controls under QAC guidance, and conduct flora and fauna monitoring.

This role requires outdoor work in rugged terrain, early mornings and weekends. The position begins January 2027 with up to 1,000 hours, offering a collaborative, mission-driven environment and