Water Specialist
Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa
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Term length
9/16/2024 - 12/31/2024
Application window
9/16/2024 - 12/31/2024
Location
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Hourly pay equivalent
$13.84
Project summary
Water Specialists learning hands-on skills in soil and water resources.
Opportunity description
Water Specialists serve alongside natural resource professionals in partnership with agencies such as the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), National Park Service, U.S. Forest Service, Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCD), higher education institutions, and nonprofits. Water Specialists learning hands-on skills in soil and water resources. The Individual Placements program prioritizes personal and professional growth while teaching hands-on conservation skills in the field.
Benefits
- Education benefit
- Healthcare
- Childcare
Requirements and qualifications
Requirements
Strong communication skills, with the ability to educate and interact with landowners and community members; Willingness to learn and adapt to changing plans, work, and weather conditions; Valid driver's license
Preferred qualifications
Familiarity with MS Office software
Opportunity details
Focus area
- Natural resource preservation and conservation
- Waterway restoration
- Stormwater management
- Soil and water conservation
Work environment
- Telework eligible
- Team based
- Individual placement
- Urban
- Indoor
- Outdoor