Individual Placement – Invasive Species Management

The Student Conservation Association is hiring for an Individual Placement in Invasive Species Management in Brunswick, GA. The role involves managing invasive plants in West Central Georgia, working as part of a team. Responsibilities include coordinating with biologists, supporting project schedules, and assisting with invasive species management. Required qualifications include experience in invasive species management and plant identification. Housing is provided on state property, and the position runs from May 18 to August 15, 2026.
Position Summary

This position will be part of a 4 SCA member team managing invasive species in West Central 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 southwest Georgia, allow the crew to explore many of the unique natural communities found in our state.

Location

Brunswick, GA

Schedule

May 18, 2026 – August 15, 2026

Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Help coordinate with the state biologist to ensure equipment readiness for each project
• Support the team in staying on schedule and meeting daily task goals
• Assist with decision-making related to invasive species management tasks

Marginal Duties
• Planting native species.

Required Qualifications
• Prior experience managing invasive species
• Experience with herbicide use
• Invasive species mapping experience
• Strong plant identification skills
• GIS training
• Experience working in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications
• Chainsaw training
• Herbicide application certification
• UTV operation training

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

$680/weekly compensation; $825 travel allowance

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.