Urban Green

**Position Summary**

The Student Conservation Association team (SCA) will provide services at three locations within Indiana Dunes National Park: West Beach, Portage Lakefront, and Great Marsh. These areas have been identified in the Parks Resource Stewardship Strategy as priority resource areas for conservation and restoration work. Invasive species control has been identified as a critical management action. Approximately 30 gross acres of invasive plants would be treated within the units. Eradication of invasive species will have a direct positive impact on multiple rare habitats such as Cottonwood Dune Open Woodlands, Pannes, and Great Marsh as well as dozens of rare plant species and the parks only Federally Threaten plant species (Cirsium pitcheri).

**Schedule**

August 26, 2024 - December 15, 2024

**Key Duties and Responsibilities**

Invasive Species Control, Plant Identification, Herbicide Application, Operation of Brush Cutters & Hand Tools, Native Seed Collection, Native Plug Plating, Maintaining a Culture of Safety & Inclusivity,

**Marginal Duties**

Helping Maintain Tools, Submitting Output Logs, Support Volunteers, Interact Positively with NPS Staff and Park Visitors, Data Entry.

**Required Qualifications**

At least one year/season of outdoor related field experience, Reliable source of transportation, Willingness to work independently and with a team, Interest or practical experience in Ecological Restoration, Biology & Botany. Must be over the age of 18.

**Preferred Qualifications**

Experience working with invasive plants species, plant ID knowledge, degree or relevant course work in biology and ecology, local to NW Indiana, has a basic understanding of NW Indiana ecosystems.

**Hours**

40 per week

**Living Accommodations**

Housing is not provided for this position.

**Compensation**

$16 / Hr

**Additional Benefits**

First Aid/CPR
Wilderness First Aid Training
AmeriCorps: Not Eligible

**Equal Opportunity Statement**

SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. SCA is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.