Invasive Species Member - Chatham, United States - American Conservation Experience - EPIC

American Conservation Experience - EPIC

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Chatham, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

SummaryAmerican Conservation Experience (ACE), a non-profit conservation corps, in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), is seeking
ONE Invasive Species Member to contribute to mapping and management of invasive species as well as other biological projects alongside
Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge Complex Staff.

Start Date:
Mid-June 2024

Estimated
End Date:
Early-September 2024

- *11 week minimum commitment is required - start date may have 1 to 2 week flexibility *_

Location Details/Description:
Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge, Chatham, MA

Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge is one of the eight refuges that comprise the Eastern Massachusetts National Wildlife Refuge Complex.

This refuge protects habitats critical to the survival of migratory birds, horseshoe crabs, tiger beetles, gray seals, and other wildlife.

Sand, dunes, and marshes stretch for eight miles off the elbow of Cape Cod, forming the barrier islands of North and South Monomoy, along with numerous islets and shoals.

The Refuge consists of varied habitats of oceans, salt and freshwater marshes, dunes, and freshwater ponds. Nearly half of Monomoy's 7,921 acres is designated as Wilderness.

The Wilderness designation recognizes areas where the earth is undeveloped, its community of life are untrammeled, and humans are visitors which leave no trace that they had been there so that the next visitor may have the same experience as the first.

For more information about Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge, please visit

Position Overview:

Members will primarily assist with mapping and management of invasive plants, and may travel to nearby refuges to assist with projects.

Members will also have the opportunity to participate in other activities within the refuge complex.

Primary Duties include:_
GIS mapping of invasive plants using a rapid protocol established in the Northeast Region
Searching for new infestations (Early Detection Rapid Response)
Physical removal of invasive plants including hand pulling or with tools (not including chain saws).
Assisting with other refuge projects including biological surveys.

This individual placement is meant to facilitate professional development and promotes exposure to land management agencies and networking with professionals.

This could include gaining experience in different conservation fields and shadowing different work groups.

Schedule:
The schedule may vary and is weather dependent.

The ACE member will have 2 days off per week though those two days off may not be back to back.

Bi-weekly totals should not exceed 80 hours.

A flexible work schedule will be required, which will involve work performed outside of normal work hours including on weekends and/or holidays.

Time off may be granted and requests should be directed to ACE and the FWS for approval.

Position Benefits

Living Allowance:

The ACE Member is expected to contribute approximately 40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of
$650/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly.

Housing:

The member will be stationed at a remote island field camp or lighthouse keepers house with other seasonal staff for the majority of the term.

FWS will provide camping gear while on island. If the ACE Member chooses they can stay the entire 11 weeks on island. FWS staff will bring food and supplies ordered weekly by field staff to the island.

If the ACE Member chooses to come off island for their days off, housing is the responsibility of the member and not provided by ACE or FWS.

Provided Training/Orientation:

ACE members will receive position specific training and an orientation outlining ACE policies and procedures, clear guidance on prohibited activities, and networks for support.

Qualifications

Required:_
Members must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident, as required by U.S. government contracts
Willing and able to represent ACE and the partner organization in a professional, positive, and enthusiastic manner.
A valid driver's license and an insurable driving record (documentation to be provided upon request).
Willing to undergo and must pass the required threepart criminal history check
Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
ACE Members will need to complete biweekly timesheets, beginning of term feedback forms, end of term evaluations and for longer terms, a midterm evaluation.
Preferred:_
Strong desire to enter the public service field as a natural resource professional.
Experience and/or knowledge in the mission of the USFWS and other federal land management agencies.
Able to walk and stand for long periods
Able to physically pull or remove invasive plants with hand tools
Familiarity with GPS and iPads
Strong attention to detail, can ensure the quality of the data collected.
Ability to identify plants and distinguish invasive plant