Sustainable Land Management Specialist

beBee Careers is hiring a Sustainable Land Management Specialist in Nevada City, CA. The role involves leading a three-person invasive plant removal team in Tahoe National Forest, requiring experience in field crew leadership, problem-solving, and project monitoring. The position is temporary, full-time for about 20 weeks, with outdoor work in remote areas. Candidates must have relevant certifications and skills in data collection and navigation.
• *Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sustainable Land Management Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading a three-person invasive plant removal team in the Tahoe National Forest.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in leading field crews, problem-solving in the field, and addressing team concerns with minimal oversight. You will work closely with the Forest Health Program Manager and Tahoe National Forest botanist to build work schedules and track project progress throughout the season.
• *Responsibilities:**
• Lead a three-person invasive plant removal team, including assisting with project planning, site navigation, and oversight.
• Assess project situations independently, using problem-solving and decision-making to proactively mitigate problems and implement effective solutions.
• Monitor project progress using standardized protocols to ensure successful completion.
• *Requirements:
• Demonstrated experience in leading field crews.
• Current certification in First Aid or Wilderness First Aid.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, ArcGIS Online, and field data collection software such as Survey123.
• Basic field GPS/navigation skills.
• Experience with outdoor manual labor work, including working with hand tools.
• *Benefits:**

This is a full-time, non-exempt, and temporary position lasting approximately 20 weeks, beginning on April 21st and running through September 5th. The typical work week will comprise four 10-hour days, including a 30-minute lunch break, with work taking place from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm.

The Land Management Specialist will receive reimbursement for mileage if a personal vehicle is used. The position requires repeated bending at the waist and carrying heavy loads over variable distances. Work is always outdoors and regularly in remote areas.
• *Application Instructions:**

Please submit a cover letter outlining relevant experience, qualifications, and explaining your interest in this position, as well as a current resume electronically. No phone calls, please. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.