Seasonal Restoration Crew Member: Issaquah, WA

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Agency

Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust

Location

Issaquah, WA

Job Category

Temporary/Seasonal Positions

Salary

$20/hour

Start Date

07/01/2022

Last Date to Apply

07/15/2022

Website

https://mtsgreenway.org/blog/job/seasonal-restoration-crew-member-5/

Description

POSITION SUMMARY Join our team! As a member of the Greenway Trust Stewardship Program, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a team in an energetic, productive, and collaborative environment. The Restoration Crew identifies, surveys for, and controls invasive plants, installs native trees and shrubs, collects monitoring data, and maintains ecological restoration projects in partnership with public land management agencies throughout the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area. Restoration Crew Members support project implementation and will be provided opportunities for leadership growth as the season progresses. Season Length: July to November 18, 2022* *This position will be starting three months into the Restoration Crew’s season. We are looking for a candidate with experience in habitat restoration in the Pacific Northwest. This position will be starting during our busy invasive weed control season. Prior knowledge of plant identification (native and non-native) and foliar herbicide application will be preferred. The Greenway Trust is looking to hire at least one full-time, four-month seasonal position with the possibility for short-term extension. The Restoration Crew will also support Greenway Trust volunteer events on a regular basis and will work regularly with Greenway Trust staff and occasionally with partner agency and nonprofit staff, sponsored AmeriCorps members, and volunteers. This position is contingent upon funding from outside sources secured by the Greenway Trust. EXPECTATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES The position expectations listed below are representative of the demeanor, knowledge, and ability of the applicant necessary to successfully carry out the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations can be made as possible. Interpersonal Communication Professionally represent the Greenway Trust and follow all Greenway Trust policies. Engage, listen to, and learn from people with diverse perspectives and experiences. Possess high standard of courtesy, selflessness, tolerance, hard work, adaptability, and flexibility. Project Implementation Ability to properly use tools and conduct routine maintenance of tools, including backpack sprayers, EZ-Ject lances, brush cutters, and other restoration related equipment. Work long days in variable weather, walk on uneven terrain, and wear a 30-pound backpack to apply herbicide. Safety and Risk Management Contribute to a culture of safety on the crew during all Greenway Trust activities and projects. Report any incidents or injuries in a timely manner. Careful attention to safety policies around driving and herbicide application. Administrative Support professional documentation of project metrics, vehicle mileage logs, project reports, and incident reports as needed. REPORTS TO The Restoration Crew Members report to the Restoration Projects Manager. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Compensation is $20.00 per hour. Benefits for full-time seasonal employees include paid sick time (accruing at one hour per 40 hours worked with 20 hours fronted at the start of the season), worker’s compensation coverage, optional participation in an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) ($200 monthly contributed by the Greenway Trust), participation in HealthiestYou program, and optional participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan. This position is not eligible for paid time off including holiday pay. There may be a possibility of unpaid days off due to extenuating circumstances. Gear Provided by the Greenway Trust: Long sleeve and short sleeve shirts Rain gear (overalls and jacket) Tools Gloves Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Recommended Gear: Sturdy, above the ankle work or hiking boots Rain boots Durable work pants LOCATION AND SCHEDULE The Restoration Crew is based out of the Greenway Trust Field Office at Lake Sammamish State Park in Issaquah, WA and will work on surrounding public lands. The Restoration Crew works a 10-hour workday (7am to 530pm), on a Tuesday-Friday schedule, with occasional Saturday volunteer events. TO APPLY Please send in a cover letter, resume, references, any materials you wish to share that are related to your ecological restoration experience to: [email protected] Indicate which position you are applying to in the email subject line. In the cover letter, please address your experience and passion related to ecological restoration and how you have demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team with people from different backgrounds with perspectives. This position is open until filled; priority will be given to applications received by June 28, 2022.

Qualifications

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS A successful applicant brings a combination of the following certifications, knowledge, and experiences. Reasonable accommodations are possible. Interest in native and non-native plant ecology of the Pacific Northwest. One season of restoration crew experience. One season of safe pesticide application experience with backpack sprayers. Washington State Pesticide Applicator’s License with an aquatic endorsement. Demonstrated experience and engagement with diversity, equity, and inclusion. Experience using and maintaining small motor tools (i.e., brush cutters) Experience with ArcGIS mobile applications like QuickCapture and Field Maps. Insurable driving record and the ability to drive full-sized trucks on rough terrain, and trailer experience. Relevant education and/or experience in a natural resource field.

Contact Person

Restoration Project Manager

Contact eMail

[email protected]

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