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Position Summary
Assist the Fort Natural Resources Specialist in accomplishing goals set forth in the Post's Integrated Natural Resources Plan. These goals will include conducting environmental education programs, invasive species control, assisting with plant and animal surveys, habitat management, inputting survey data, and equipment maintenance.
Hosting Organization
Fort Leavenworth
Location
Fort Leavenworth, KS
Schedule
August 31, 2026 - August 27, 2027
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Cutting and treating bush honeysuckle; Learning and putting data into various citizen science projects such as but not exhaustive: Journey North, Monarch Watch, eBird, Avian Knowledge Network, INaturalist, etc.; Trail maintenance to include removing downed trees with chainsaws, mowing and weed eating; Setting and checking various live traps: crayfish traps, hoop net turtle traps, Sherman Live Traps, etc.
Marginal Duties
Maintenance of various tools; Cleaning vehicles and buildings used by SCA; Constructing various structures out of wood
Required Qualifications
A willingness to learn; Ability to follow directions
Preferred Qualifications
Some mechanical aptitude Biological Sciences background Interest in wildlife and wildlife management
Hours
40 per week
Living Accommodations
Member is responsible for finding own living arrangements in the area.
Compensation

• $650/week Living Allowance
• $1,100 Relocation Allowance (paid once)

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
Required
Additional Benefits
Interpretive Skills
Off-Road Vehicle Safety
Health Insurance
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.