Natural Resource Manager

The Student Conservation Association is hiring a Natural Resource Manager for a field-based position in Triangle, VA. Responsibilities include identifying and managing native and invasive plant species, monitoring water quality, and developing educational materials using GIS. The role involves significant outdoor work and collaboration on various conservation projects. The position runs from May to November 2025, requiring approximately 40 hours of work per week.
This is a field based natural resources management position. You will identify and inventory non-native and native plant species, eradicate the invasive species through mechanical and chemical treatment, survey invasive plant sites with a GPS unit. You will collect and monitor water quality parameters using Izaac Walton League’s Save our Streams protocol and identifying macroinvertebrates, as well as test our lakes and streams for E.coli. Using GIS and database software, you will develop maps, educational products, and planning documents; all for use by park managers and the public. In addition, you will work with researchers on other conservation projects, including forest restoration/reclamation projects, water-quality, stream assessments, vegetation inventories, bird surveys, bat surveys and interpretive programs. This position requires significant time spent working in outdoor elements.

Schedule

May 27, 2025 – November 7, 2025
• Please note – this is a tentative schedule. Dates may change, but training opportunities will remain the same.

M-F, 7:30a-4:00p totaling 40 hours. Schedule can be adjusted throughout the position.

Members serve approximately 40 hours a week for a period of 24 weeks. Weekend work may be required for volunteer events.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Identify and inventory non-native and native plant species,
• Eradicate invasive species through mechanical and chemical treatment
• Survey invasive plant sites with a GPS unit.
• Collect and monitor water quality parameters using Izaac Walton League’s Save our Streams protocol
• Identify macroinvertebrates, as well as test our lakes and streams for E.coli.
• Using GIS and database software, develop maps, educational products, and planning documents for use by park managers and the public.
• Work with researchers on other conservation projects, including forest restoration/reclamation projects, water-quality, stream assessments, vegetation inventories, bird surveys, bat surveys and interpretive programs.

Marginal Duties

Initial trainings will be held for all types of service activities: AmeriCorps 101 and Prohibited Activities, suspension and termination policy; AmeriCorps Members Service Agreement- Drug Free Workplace, Code of Conduct, Grievance Procedures, Disability Inclusion, Non-Discrimination; Life After AmeriCorps- resume building, applying for jobs etc.; SCA Professional Development; Sexual Harassment and Maintaining a Positive Workplace; Risk Management 101; Other training opportunities when available

Required Qualifications

Ability to perform environmental fieldwork in outdoor various conditions. This position requires significant time spent working in outdoor elements.

AmeriCorps Eligibility Requirements:

This position is part of a specialized SCA AmeriCorps program and if you are selected, you will be serving as an SCA AmeriCorps member. To be eligible for this position you must meet these basic AmeriCorps Eligibility Requirements:
• Being a citizen, permanent resident, or national of the United States;
• Being at least 18 years or older;
• Having a high school diploma or equivalent or actively working to complete;
• Being willing to undergo National Service Criminal History Check, including criminal background, sex offender and FBI checks conducted after position is offered.

Preferred Qualifications
• Career interest in environmental field
• Some coursework or experience in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Ecology, Biology, Botany, Forestry, Resource Management

Hours

40 per week

Living Accommodations

Housing provided as part of this position.

Compensation
• Living allowance – $675/week (pre-tax)
• Housing provided on-site
• Up to $1,000 reimbursable travel allowance (to/from site)
• Eligibility for 900-hour AmeriCorps Education Award of $3,697.50 upon successful completion of service.
• AmeriCorps Member Assistance Program
• Childcare coverage (if applicable): Eligible for childcare assistance through AmeriCorps
• Eligible for Federal Student Loan forbearance and interest payment deferment through AmeriCorps for qualifying student loans
• Eligible to apply hours toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority
• Access to a national network of professional resources and a peer group
• All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

Personal Vehicle Information

Personal Vehicle is Required

Additional Benefits

AmeriCorps: Eligible/Required

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.