Corpsmember Forestry Technician; Temporary-Sonora, CA), Valley Conservation Corps, Coun

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Corps member Forestry Technician (TEMPORARY-SONORA, CA), Greater Valley Conservation Corps, County Operated Schools and Programs

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Using the skills and knowledge developed as a Corps member, you will continue to support the Greater Valley Conservation Corps by acting as a mentor to other Corps members, in addition to other duties specified by the Greater Valley Conservation Corps Leader. Corps members implement a wide variety of projects with parks, schools, businesses, non-profit and neighborhoods, including collection, outreach, and education. Natural resource duties may include landscape maintenance, tree trimming, demolition, bark projects, habitat restoration and invasive species removal.

A Corps member Forestry Technician must be enrolled in the Columbia College program, complete 500 hours of on-the-job training (OJT), have positive evaluations with Greater Valley Conservation Corps and be in good standing with Columbia College.

• Work on outdoor habitat restoration projects, landscape sites and related natural resource environments.
• Support fuel loads projects, invasive species removal, fire breaks, seed collection, seeding and tree planting.
• Tree mortality assessment, tree felling, cone and seed collection.
• Tree nursery and arborist training; wildland forest firefighting training.
• Habitat restoration tasks such as staking trees, discing, and removal of evasive species.

• Natural Resource Division experience or involvement in related projects.
• United States citizen or legal right to live and work in the United States.
• Between the ages of 18 and 25.
• Interest in conservation issues, recycling, waste reduction, and natural resource projects.
• Interest in affecting change through community service; enthusiastic about developing new skills.
• Excellent communication, strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups of people.
• A one-year commitment to participation in an education and job-training program.
• Interest in career development and participation in field-study program.

• Training and mentorship in environmental science, career development, public relations, community leadership, and more.
• Post-service job search assistance and support for one year after completion of the program.
• Benefits include building employment skills, team-building, leadership training, promotional opportunities, resume and interview support, and related certifications (e.g., Forklift, OSHA 10, CPR/First-Aid).

You must apply online and attach the following documents: a formal letter of interest, resume, and a professional letter of recommendation (preferably dated within the past year). Include all documents with your application by the deadline. If you need assistance, call  and check email periodically for updates.

• Letter of Introduction
• Letter(s) of Recommendation
• Resume

The Superintendent prohibits discrimination and/or harassment of SJCOE employees and job applicants on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation at SJCOE sites and activities. Sexual harassment and retaliation against complainants are prohibited. For information, contact the Title IX Coordinator: HR Title IX Investigations, HRTi, .

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