Land Trust Jobs
When we hear of a job opportunity related to Wisconsin conservation, we post it. If nothing appears below, then we know of no current openings. Sorry. To submit a job announcement, or if you are a student looking for an internship opportunity with Gathering Waters, email info@gatheringwaters.org.
Land Management and Stewardship Positions
Application Deadline: February 20, 2012
Start Date: Mid-April
The Ice Age Trail Alliance (IATA) is seeking individuals to fill positions related to land management and stewardship. This is a unique opportunity to challenge yourself and enhance your skills while being inspired by the glacially carved landscape found along the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. Working side by side with experienced IATA staff and volunteers, successful applicants will assist with or lead stewardship activities on lands owned or managed by the Ice Age Trail Alliance and its partners. These properties are largely located in and around Dane County, with a few exceptions. The diverse landscape along the Ice Age Trail provides opportunities to study native plant communities, identify threats to native ecosystems, and learn effective methods for ecosystem management.
Prescribed Fire Technician
Application Deadline: February 15, 2012
Start Date: Mid-March
The Prescribed Fire Technician is a four month position starting Mid-March and concluding Mid-July. The position is full time and will be based out of the chapter’s office in Madison, Wisconsin. The position will be a member of the Wisconsin Prescribed Fire Crew and will additionally provide land management support to the Military Ridge Project and other preserves in south central Wisconsin. The position will provide logistical support for the prescribed fire program including crew coordination, equipment preparation and rehab, and fire break installation. The Prescribed Fire Technician participates in fire operations which include ignition, control, mop-up, suppression, monitoring, etc. During the non-fire activities, the position will implement preserve management duties including species monitoring, invasive species control (mechanical and chemical), boundary posting and leading volunteer work days.
» Nature Conservancy Job Posting
Internship: Orientation to Restoration Ecology Fieldwork
Application Deadline: February 24, 2012
Start Date: May 29, 2012
This internship program on restoration ecology is administered by Madison Audubon Society. Interns work in small groups at sites within 30 miles of Madison. Two teams will be hired for the summer of 2012: one to work at five separate sites around Madison (the Prairie Partners team) and the other to work at Madison Audubon’s Faville Grove Sanctuary east of Madison in Jefferson County. The Prairie Partners team works at the Pheasant Branch Conservancy, the U.W.-Madison Lakeshore Preserve, Goose Pond Sanctuary, and Westport Drumlin Prairie/Empire Prairies State Natural Area. There will also be the opportunity to work at sites managed by The Prairie Enthusiasts in Dane and Iowa counties. While at each site, interns will be supervised by the managers of that site. This highly successful program provides an outstanding opportunity for students interested in restoration ecology to learn while they are working. Applicants will be considered for both teams unless otherwise requested.
