Environmental Conservation Specialist

7 days ago


New York, New York, United States Student Conservation Association Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Environmental Conservation Specialist to join our team at the Student Conservation Association. As a Natural Resource Steward, you will play a critical role in protecting the scenic St. Regis Canoe Area while gaining valuable conservation skills.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform impacted site restoration and routine maintenance on campsites, trails, and other facilities using hand tools.
  • Provide information and education to visitors relating to the proper use and protection of the natural resource.
  • Promote Leave-No-Trace practices and provide assistance and advice to users regarding trails and campsites.
  • Inspect trails and campsites to determine condition and maintenance requirements.
  • Assist with other SCA and volunteer trail maintenance projects.
  • Under the direction of a Forest Ranger, assist in back country emergencies, including search, rescue, injuries, and evacuations.
  • Provide radio communication for emergency operations.
  • Maintain records, prepare and submit reports relating to daily activities, public use, maintenance needs, and special reports as needed.
Requirements
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Must have an Associate's Degree or 60 college credit hours in environmental education, natural resources management, biology, environmental studies, or a related field.
  • Must have a valid driver's license.
  • Must have ankle-high hiking boots with lug sole and own backpack camping gear.
  • Must be physically capable of performing field work common to the assigned work area over rough terrain and during inclement weather.
  • Must have experience canoeing.
Working Conditions

Candidates will be required to demonstrate full vaccination status for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) with a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized or FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine.

OR

Receive from SCA a reasonable accommodation granting an exemption from vaccine requirements based on a medical disability or because of a sincerely held religious belief.

Location

The 18,400-acre Saint Regis Canoe Area is located in the north central region of the Adirondack Park in upstate New York.

The area's chief attributes are its numerous lakes and ponds, which make possible a remote and unconfined type of water-oriented recreation in a wilderness setting.

Canoing, camping, hiking, and fishing are the main recreational pursuits.

Many of the campsites and trails in the area have been heavily impacted by recreational use.



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