Forest and Conservation Worker reforests and protects timber tracts and maintains forest facilities including roads and campsites. Applies a wide range of concepts. Being a Forest and Conservation Worker applies practical knowledge of practices and procedures from two or more specialized fields, such as forestry, soil science and/or agriculture. May require 2-4 years of related work experience. Additionally, Forest and Conservation Worker relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a manager, or head of the department. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Angeles Forest Recreation Technician
Summary American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the Angeles National Forest, is seeking two Recreation Assistants. This opportunity is intended for an enthusiastic young professional with a well-developed working background in conservation, natural resources management, wilderness management, recreation management, or a similar field.
The Recreation Technician should possess a passion for public land management and a professional interest in advancing their career towards natural resource management. The Recreation Assistant will participate in helping to maintain and enhance recreational areas and developed sites, with responsibility for planning and executing maintenance projects using a variety of tools and methods. The member will also staff visitor centers and special events with a focus on providing interpretive and visitor information. The members will assist in checking visitor use of recreation facilities, monitor compliance with recreation area rules and regulations of parking, campfires, sanitation and use of picnic sites, will act as a public representative of the Forest Service and report violations to supervisors and answers routine questions for recreational activities, and also complete basic facility maintenance, trash removal, restroom cleaning, painting and repairing picnic tables and structures, and graffiti removal. Members will also support other recreation department needs, such as trail work and public services at the visitor center. These positions are dynamic, with changing duties throughout varying seasons.
For more information about ACE, please visit: www.usaconservation.org.
Start Date: Asap Estimated End Date: December 28th, 2024
Location Details/Description: Angeles National Forest: Glendora, CA
The Angeles National Forest covers about 700,000 acres and is the backyard playground to the huge metropolitan area of Los Angeles. The Angeles manages the watersheds within its boundaries to provide valuable water to southern California and to protect surrounding communities from catastrophic floods.
The land within the Forest is as diverse in appearance and terrain as it is in the opportunities it provides for enjoyment. Elevations range from 1,200 to 10,064 feet. Much of the Forest is covered with dense chaparral which changes to pine and fir-covered slopes as you reach the majestic peaks of the higher elevations.
The Angeles National Forest offers natural environments, spectacular scenery, developed campgrounds and picnic areas, swimming, fishing, skiing and the solitude of quiet wilderness areas. Trails winding throughout the forest accommodate hikers, equestrians, mountain bikers, and off-highway vehicle enthusiasts.
For more information about the Angeles Forest, please visit here
Project Objectives:
Position Benefits
Living Allowance: The member should anticipate serving 40 hrs/wk, with potential to work holidays and weekends. The Member will receive a living allowance of $800/wk for food and incidentals, dispersed bi-weekly.
Housing: Members are responsible for finding their own housing. A housing stipend of $350/wk is available to offset the cost.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position should be resourceful individuals. This position can be an excellent platform for growth within the agency, and requires a balance of critical analysis with technical field expertise, along with the ability to work directly with the public in sometimes difficult scenarios.
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*even if you do not meet all requirements we still strongly urge you to apply
Physical Demands, Work Environment and Working Conditions:
To Apply: Please submit your resume, a cover letter demonstrating your interest and experience, and contact information for three professional/academic references to the online application page for this position here: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/994025.html. Early consideration will be given as resumes are received. This position may close at any time. If you have any questions regarding this position please feel free to contact Special Projects Manager, Josh Haussler at jhaussler@uasconservation.org EEO: American Conservation Experience provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, American Conservation Experience complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
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