We are seeking two crew members for the Morris-Big Stone Strategic Weed Assault Team (SWAT). The SWAT crew will map and treat invasive plant species in high quality and highly threatened prairies in west central Minnesota. Work will take place on National Wildlife Refuge System Lands in Morris Wetland Management District, Big Stone National Wildlife Refuge/Wetland Management District, and Northern Tallgrass Prairie National Wildlife Refuge. This position provides excellent entry level skills and exposure to land management techniques.
Candidates must:
- Have a valid driver’s license
- Be comfortable using herbicides (all necessary protective gear will be provided)
- Be capable of working outdoors, in remote locations
- Be capable of carrying 40 pounds
Any needed technical training will be provided, however ideal candidates would have:
- a working knowledge of plant identification
- experience with invasive species control (both chemical and hand control)
- experience using mobile data collection apps like FieldMaps and Survey123
- experience with trailers and driving ATVs/UTVs
- strong attention to detail
Member Benefits:
- $600/week* Living Allowance
- $1,100* round-trip Travel Allowance, paid once
- Eligible for Public Land Corps Hiring Authority (upon completion of 640 hours work)
- Eligible for an AmeriCorps Educaiton Award of $2,626.27 upon successful completion of position and 675 hrs or more of service
*All allowances subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.*