LAKE ST. CLAIR
COOPERATIVE INVASIVE SPECIES MANAGEMENT AREA
INVASIVE SPECIES TECHNICIAN POSITION
Position: A seasonal invasive species technician is being sought to implement monitoring and outreach activities of the Lake St. Clair Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (LSC CISMA). Funding is secured through September 2020, with continued employment contingent on securing additional funding.
Pay Rate, Starting Date and Work Schedule: Compensation will be $13-$15/hour commensurate with education and work experience. Anticipated start date is early May 2020. Work week will be 30-40 hours, Monday – Friday for at least four months (May – August). Occasional evening or weekend hours may be necessary.
Work Location: The LSC CISMA Invasive Species Technician must work out of an assigned office location currently located in Mount Clemens, MI. Occasional travel to other meeting locations including the offices of Six Rivers Land Conservancy in Rochester may be necessary. This position will primarily be responsible for field work, including mapping and monitoring invasive species locations, meeting with private landowners, event preparation / implementation, and coordinating treatments.
Overview: The LSC CISMA is a partnership in Macomb and St. Clair counties working to cooperatively manage invasive species. The partnership includes approximately 25 local, county, state, and federal government, and non-profit organizations.
The Invasive Species Technician position will be responsible for implementation of invasive species monitoring, while assisting with treatment coordination, training CISMA partners, landowner outreach, and education efforts. The technician will be trained in Watch List species identification to increase early detection, rapid response capacity. A strong willingness to learn, work cooperatively with stakeholders, work independently, and educate the general public is necessary.
The Invasive Species Technician reports to the LSC CISMA Coordinator, and is an employee of Six Rivers Land Conservancy, the LSC CISMA fiduciary.
Responsibilities:
Monitoring and Prevention
● Use standardized monitoring protocols to map and monitor invasive species.
● Regularly distribute new invasive species locations to Midwest Invasive Species Information System (MISIN) and other stakeholders.
● Survey and map priority invasive species in road rights-of-way, regional trail systems, boat launches, and other priority sources and vectors.
● Survey and map priority invasive species in important natural areas.
● Become familiar with Watch List invasive species, including identification, inventory, reporting, safety and best practices treatment protocols.
● Participate in/assist with early detection/rapid response activities as necessary.
Outreach & Education
● Assist with development of content for website and social media.
● Assist with implementation of landowner outreach program, including site visits.
● Assist with implementation of existing invasive species initiatives when appropriate (e.g. Clean
Drain Dry, Don't Move Firewood, etc.).
● Assist with implementation of LSC CISMA events, meetings, and trainings to benefit CISMA
audiences, partners, and stakeholders.
Treatment
● Assist with implementation of annual work-plan for invasive species treatment implementation
and other related activities.
● Ensure invasive species control is conducted according to best management practices, ensuring
compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
● Assist with report preparation and permitting as needed.
Competencies
● Data collection, organization, manipulation, interpretation, and entry
● Excellent communication skills, including giving presentations and writing reports.
● Ability to recognize Michigan plant and animal species as required in order to implement
monitoring and treatment activities.
● Experience with the integrated pest management approach to invasive species management,
including use of mechanical, cultural, and chemical methods as part of a management program.
● Experience with Microsoft Office programs, database management, and GIS mapping software.
● Willingness and ability to work flexible schedules including occasional evenings and weekends.
● Ability to perform physical work, sometimes under adverse conditions or in inclement weather.
● Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50lbs over short distances.
Education and Experience
● Possesses or working toward Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
● Proficiency in GPS/GIS and data management for inventory, treatment, monitoring, and
reporting.
● At least one year of experience in conservation, non-profit management, natural resources
management, or similar position.
● Possesses or willing to obtain Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification.
● Technicians must possess and present a valid Michigan driver’s license (or be willing to obtain
one) and a satisfactory driving record. Driving and criminal background checks will be completed.
● Must possess or be willing to obtain Red Cross First Aid/CPR training
● Must have reliable transportation and willingness to transport equipment.
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To apply send resume, cover letter and a minimum of three references to McKenzi Waliczek at
mwaliczek@sixriversrlc.org
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until position is filled.
Six Rivers Land Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer and program provider.