Western Iowa Assistant Land Steward

OFFICE LOCATION

Westfield, Iowa, USA

WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU

The Iowa Chapter of The Nature Conservancy is looking for a dependable, self-motivated, passionate person to join our Team! In this role you will use your passion to create tangible lasting changes in Western Iowa. As the Western Iowa Assistant Land Steward, you will work with staff in land protection, science, stewardship, and community relations, to address natural system needs.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• High school diploma or GED and 1 year’s training in science-related field or related experience in land management activities.
• Experience recognizing plant and animal species to complete preserve management activities.      
• Experience operating various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner (e.g. Lawn mower, chainsaw, UTV, ATV or OHV, two-way radio, experience hauling trailers, or similar equipment).                      
• Experience working in a team environment.                                          
• Must obtain related licenses or certifications as required (e.g. First Aid, CPR, herbicide or pesticide application, and driver’s license).

Desired Qualifications:

• PC and/or mobile device familiarity, including database knowledge or understanding.
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS Pro or other GIS-based mapping program
• Completion of NWCG Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190) and Firefighting Training (S-130).
• The Nature Conservancy has adopted the Work Capacity Test (WCT) as the method for assessing fitness for fire qualifications. The WCT for moderate level consists of completing a two-mile hike, within thirty minutes, while carrying a twenty-five-pound pack. The person selected for this position is required to pass the moderate WCT within 1 week after starting employment.

SALARY INFORMATION

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the hourly rate $16.25 – $17.75. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate’s location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID 54497, submit your resume and cover letter online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/.

Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy’s background screening process.

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An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC’s value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.

Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we’re registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we’re unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.