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JOB REQUIREMENTS: WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER For more than 60 years, The Nature Conservancy in Wisconsin has protected more than 236,000 acres of Wisconsin\'s forests, waters, wetlands and prairies. Today, we actively own and manage over 30,000 acres in Wisconsin, including more than 4,750 acres on the Door Peninsula. The Door Peninsula is a slender peninsula that extends into Lake Michigan and is well known in the Midwest for its natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Its rocky cliffs, pebble beaches, fertile wetlands and conifer forests provide habitat for a unique and diverse group of plants and animals, some of which are found nowhere else in the world. TNC manages land in four preserves on the Peninsula and collaborates with multiple partner organizations in Door County to achieve common conservation goals. The Door Peninsula Stewardship Assistant is part of a two-person team that performs and participates in preserve operations, stewardship, maintenance, and land management on TNC preserves and partner lands in Door County, Wisconsin. This is a six-month (June-November), full-time, short-term position based out of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. Job duties include working to conduct invasive species mapping and management, monitor lands owned by TNC or under conservation easement, maintain preserve areas and trails frequented by the public, coordinate and oversee volunteers, and interact with preserve neighbors and visitors. The Door Peninsula Stewardship Assistant(s) will also work as part of a team with the WI Land Stewardship Crew, a mobile crew of four TNC staff, during approximately three weeks that they are working on the Peninsula. This position will work under the direction and supervision of the Northeast Wisconsin Conservation Coordinator and may work under variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult or hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. WE\'RE LOOKING FOR YOU Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world\'s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We\'re looking for someone who is passionate, motivated, and ready to make a difference through the hands-on management of the important lands owned by TNC on the Door Peninsula. Come join TNC and apply today! WHAT YOU\'LL BRING High school diploma or GED and 1 year\'s training in science-related field or related experience in land management. Experience recognizing plant and animal species. Experience or willingness to learn to apply herbicides and operate various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner (e.g. Lawn mower, chainsaw, UTV, ATV or OHV, two-way radio, or similar equipment). Experience working in a team environment. Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. First Aid, CPR, pesticide application). DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated. 1 - 2 years\' experience in land management or related field. Experience working with or knowledge of natural systems. Ability to obtain driver\'s license and maintain a good driving record. Ability to follow instructions from colleagues/coworkers/team members. PC and/or mobile device familiarity, including database knowledge or understanding. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.prodivnet.com/job/14367861