Individual Placement - Habitat Restoration Technician at Morris Wetland Management District

Individual Placement - Habitat Restoration Technician at Morris Wetland Management District

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Position Summary

This position will support the invasive plant control program on National Wildlife Refuge System lands in western Minnesota, primarily within the Big Stone-Morris Complex. The member will conduct direct invasive plant control, including herbicide and mechanical methods. They will also assist with mapping and recording invasive plant locations and the native grassland and wetland habitats that are impacted by those invasives.

The member will assist with general data management and reporting.

Hosting Organization

Morris Wetland Management District

Location

Morris, MN

Schedule

October 19, 2026 - May 14, 2027

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Control invasive plants with herbicide and mechanical (e.g. brush saw, mower) methods
• Survey, map and record location and extent of invasive plants
• Survey, map and record native habitats where invasive plants are located
• Assist with GIS data management and reporting

Marginal Duties

• Maintain and winterize equipment
• Assist with native seed harvest for restoring areas previously treated (e.g. tree pile scars)

Required Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience safely mixing and applying herbicide
• ORUV operation and trailering
• Understanding of Field Maps, Survey
  123, Arc Pro
• Ability to work independently

This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.

Living Accommodations

Housing is not provided, but station staff can assist with resources for finding housing

Compensation

• Living Allowance: $850/week, Relocation Allowance: $1,100 (paid once), Health Insurance

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

Personal Vehicle Information

Required

Additional Benefits

• Defensive Driving Training
• Off-Road Vehicle Safety

Equal Opportunity Statement

The SCA is an equal opportunity employer. Selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and performance, without unlawful discrimination