Contact Name: Jamila Jackon
Company/Organization/Agency: Student Conservation Association
Address: 1310 N. Courthouse Rd, Suite 110, Arlington, VA, Arlington, VA 22201 United States
Email Address: jjackson@thesca.org
Contact Phone: (703) 952-1684
Job Title: Houston Riparian Restoration Conservation Corps Crew
Job Description: Houston Riparian Restoration Conservation Corps Crew
Program Dates: 10/04/2021- 12/5/2021
Locations: Southern TX
Positions based in South Texas
Crew Member (Preference given to local applicants)
The SCA, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), and The Houston Parks and Recreation (HPARD) are looking for a detail-oriented, highly motivated, and independent conservation team to join the 2021 Riparian Restoration Conservation Corps Team.
Our crew members don’t need any previous experience. As long as you have a passion for the outdoors, are interested in pursuing a career in the environment, and are a hard worker, you’ll be a great fit for our program! This is a seasonal position, $9/hr.
Join a team of 5 local young adults to conduct invasive species removal, shoreline restoration, water quality monitoring, trail work, and other activities. Team members will receive certifications and opportunities for future leadership and career opportunities in coastal habitat restoration.
This is a paid position with weekday hours (Mon-Thurs, 8A - 5P and Fri 8A - 230P). Food and housing are not included. Work will mostly be outdoors and will sometimes require heavy lifting and using equipment such as chainsaws. Team members will work under two team leaders that will serve as SCA’s supervisors. All team members are expected to be respectful, on-time, hard-working, and aware of conditions to ensure a safe working environment.
This team will design and carry out hands-on riparian restoration projects in partnership with TCEQ and SCA in Houston Parks and Recreation sites. Locations are all adjacent to Houston bayous.
Responsibilities can include:
Conducts prairie and riparian habitat restoration
Works in the HPARD greenhouse to propagate plants for habitat restoration. (To be confirmed)
Performs trash cleanup of riparian areas.
Conducts invasive species removal using mechanical and/or chemical methods.
Lead community outreach events to educate citizens about the value of native habitat.
Maintains, calibrates, and operates SCA technical equipment.
Performs related work as assigned.
This will be an opportunity to explore new skills and undertaking tasks that will impart lasting benefits to recreation sites. The program composition will consist of 1 Project leader 5 Conservation Team Members and will be managed by the SCA Houston Program Manager.
Preference will be given to local applicants that are interested in pursuing an environmental career.
Training Provided
Members of this team will participate in the following training:
- Wilderness First Aid
- CPR
- Chainsaw skills
- Herbicide use
- Water safety and kayak
Professional Development Opportunities
Team members will have the opportunity to meet and work alongside partners from numerous environmental agencies in coastal Alabama. Professional opportunities such as leadership development, risk management, resume building, and career advancement will also be available. The goal of this program is to place members in environmental careers at the end of the 6-month position.
Need to Operate
Chainsaw; Other
Herbicide application
Main Area of Focus
Natural Resources Mgmt
Education, Training & Skills Expected
Ecology & Restoration: some coursework or experience
Resource Management: some coursework or experience
Construction: some experience
GIS: some experience
GPS: some experience
Hand Tools: competent with supervision
Driving Logistics
Valid Drivers License Needed
Indoor/Outdoor
Outdoor
US Citizenship
Required
For more information: Contact Valeria Casas, SCA’s TX Community Programs Manager at vcasas@thesca.org
For more about the GulfCorps program, visit https://www.thesca.org/serve/program/gulfcorps-conservation-crew.
Job Start Date: 10/4/2021
Application Deadline: 8/30/2021
Additional Information: To Apply: Go to https://www.thesca.org/houston-riparian-restoration-conservation-corps-crewClick log in or Sign Up. Next, create a profile, complete the application. Once your application is complete and submitted, you must email Valeria Casas at vcasas@thesca.org with the subject line: “Restoration Conservation Corps Crew” so we know to review your application