Individual Placement- Invasive Species Management at Student Conservation Association

College Park, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jun, 26

Salary

480.0

Posted On

30 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Invasive Species Mapping, Herbicide Use, Hand Pulling, Plant Identification, Invasive Species Identification, Chainsaw Experience, GIS Experience, Herbicide Application Experience, UTV Experience, Native Seed Collection, Brush Clearing, Planting Native Species

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Position Summary This position will be part of a 4 SCA member team managing invasive species in Coastal Georgia. One member will be a team lead. This work will focus on managing high priority invasive plants. A special emphasis will be given to managing invasive species on state lands. The Georgia DNR will provide tools such as chainsaws, brush cutters, hand tools, ATV/UTVs, various herbicides and other supplies needed to conduct invasive species management work. The work will entail traveling to several managed state lands in coastal Georgia, including some of the barrier islands, allow the crew to explore many of the unique natural communities found in our state. Location Brunswick, GA Schedule August 17, 2026 - November 14, 2026 Key Duties and Responsibilities Invasive species mapping; treating invasive species; hand pulling; herbicide use Marginal Duties native seed collection; brush clearing; planting native species Required Qualifications Ability to work in extreme conditions; Plant identification; invasive species identification; Preferred Qualifications invasive species control work; chainsaw experience; GIS experience; herbicide application experience; UTV experience Hours 40 per week Living Accommodations Housing is provided in a cabin on state property. Some shared bedrooms and shared common areas. All necessary kitchen supplies, pots, plates, cutlery, etc are provided. Beds are twin and the team member will need to provide their own linens. Compensation Weekly allowance is $480; Travel allowance is $825 All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. Personal Vehicle Information Additional Benefits AmeriCorps: Not Eligible Equal Opportunity Statement The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.

Responsibilities

This position involves being part of a four-member team focused on managing high-priority invasive plants on state lands in Coastal Georgia, with a special emphasis on state-managed areas. Key duties include mapping, treating invasive species through methods like hand pulling, and utilizing herbicides provided by the Georgia DNR.