Habitat Restoration Specialist

Earth Corps, a Seattle-based nonprofit, is seeking a Habitat Restoration Specialist for a seasonal Ameri Corps position. This role supports our field services team by assisting with habitat restoration projects and crew support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and assist with field projects, volunteer events, and site documentation.
• Lead on-site projects in the absence of a project manager.
• Order and deliver materials to restoration crews.
• Engage in public speaking, outreach, and networking.
• Establish goals with crews, promote leadership, and serve as a role model.
• Assist with monitoring, data collection, and fieldwork such as invasive species removal and native planting.
• Support logistics, maintain tools and equipment, and help with camping trip preparations.
• Maintain effective communication with team members and agency contacts.

Terms of Service:

• Temporary, exempt position from January 16 to December 14, 2019.
• Hours:
  
  7:00 am - 5:30 pm, Tuesday to Friday, with some evenings, weekends, and overnights.
• Stipend: $1925/month.

Physical Demands:

• Perform physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Long days involving manual labor, heavy lifting, and working on uneven terrain.

Qualifications:

• Valid US driver’s license and ability to drive large vehicles.
• Ability to obtain a WA State pesticide license.
• Experience in team leadership and habitat restoration techniques.

Desired

Skills:

• Knowledge of Pacific Northwest ecology.
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of multitasking.
• Customer service and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Experience with tools, camping equipment, and crew leadership.

Benefits:

• Approximately $5,815 education award after 1,700 hours.
• Wilderness First Aid training, medical insurance, and transportation subsidy.
• Provided safety gear, boots, and apparel.

This program is inclusive and open to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, political affiliation, or religion.