Natural Resource Management- Boone Co. Conservation District

The AmeriCorps Natural Resource Management position in Boone Co. Conservation District involves outdoor work in land management, including collecting native seeds, removing invasive species, and assisting with prescribed burns. Members will also create educational programs and utilize GIS mapping. The role requires physical labor and offers a living stipend of $22,495 and an education award of $7,395 upon completion. Housing is subsidized at $350/month.
Natural Areas member, under the supervision of the Natural Areas Manager, is a 1,700-hour service position responsible for:



Collecting and cleaning seed from native plant species. Spraying and mixing herbicides (training and certification provided). Cutting and removing non-native plants with hand tools, including clearing saws and chainsaws. Assisting with prescribed burns (training provided). Propagation and planting native plants, both in the field and in a greenhouse setting. Creating and utilizing maps with GIS programs. Designing and implementing public education programs relating to land management. Requirements Must be 18 years (+) with valid driver’s license. Ability to obtain an Illinois pesticide applicator certification within 30 days (paid for by BCCD). Knowledge of native and invasive plant species. Physical Functions and Equipment Used Ability to: Lift and carry, bend, and reach. Go up and down stairs. Lift and carry 50lbs. Safely operate hand tools and landscaping tools such as: drills, chainsaws, clearing saws, walk-behind mowers, hedge trimmers, hand pruners, weed eaters, and shovels. Safely operate multiple types of district vehicles including but not limited to tractors, trailers, UTVs, trucks, and mowers. Use a computer, smart phone, copy machine, and other office equipment. Working Environmental Conditions: Serve outside in all types of weather conditions. Serve in conditions where there are biting and stinging insects. Serve a flexible schedule that may vary from week to week or even daily. Serves primarily weekdays, but may have occasional evenings or weekends. Serve with proper personal protective equipment (provided). Serve as part of a crew. HOUSING: Subsidized housing provided for $350/mo, all utilities except internet provided. $22,495 living stipend and $7,395 education award after successful completion of service.

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Member Duties : The AmeriCorps member will serve with natural resource staff in a variety of land management activities. The service will take place outdoors in all weather conditions. Specific service activities will include:

Collecting and cleaning seed from native plant species. Spraying and mixing herbicides for invasive plant species. Cutting and removing non-native trees and shrubs with hand tools, including clearing saws and chainsaws. Assisting with prescribed burns. Propagation and planting native species, both in the field and in a greenhouse setting. Creating and utilizing maps with GIS programs. Designing and implementing programs relating to natural resources management for summer camp students and the public. Operating hand tools, vehicles, and office equipment. Other natural areas management and administrative duties as assigned. $22,495 stipend and $7,395 after successful completion of service.

Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance , Health Coverage , Training , Education award upon successful completion of service .

Terms

Uniforms provided and required , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours .

Service Areas

Environment .

Skills

General Skills , Trade/Construction , Team Work , Environment .

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Summary

Program Type:

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

Natural Resource Management- Boone Co. Conservation District

Program Start/End Date

09/01/2026 - 08/31/2027

Work Schedule Full Time

Education level

Some college

Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations ILLINOIS

Languages

English

Accepting Applications

From 07/16/2026 To 10/31/2026

Contact Frank Rabbit

603 N Appleton Rd

Belvidere IL 61008

(815) 547-7935

frabbit@bccdil.org

https://www.bccdil.org/

Listing ID 123462