Position Overview

Position Type: Seasonal (14 wks, May-August), hourly
Pay Range: $15/hr
Hours: 10hrs/wk, option for additional hours with the White Loon Neighborhood Association.
Reports To: Stewardship Director
Supervises: None

The Land Stewardship program at LC Nature Park is responsible for maintaining trails and facilities, and managing all stages of habitat restoration and management across more than 450 acres. This position offers prospective applicants the opportunity to get hands-on experience with invasive species management, prairie and woodland restoration and conservation, and equipment care and maintenance.

*This position will not work directly with the animals.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage in hands-on habitat restoration projects to help preserve and enhance the natural environment at LC Nature Park. This includes the careful removal of invasive species that threaten native flora, ensuring the ecosystem’s health and balance.
• Participate in planting and seeding activities to restore native plant populations, promote biodiversity, and provide essential habitat for local wildlife.
• Collect seeds from native plants to support our ongoing restoration efforts and ensure the continued propagation of vital species within the park.
• Support the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of LC Nature Park’s equipment and facilities. This may include assisting with minor repairs, organizing tools, and ensuring all equipment is in safe working order.
• Help maintain the beauty and functionality of the landscaping around the Mills Education Center. Tasks include weeding flower beds and the pollinator garden, planting seasonal flora, and weed-whacking to keep the grounds tidy and inviting for visitors and wildlife alike.
• Assist in maintaining the park’s trails to ensure they are safe and accessible for all visitors. Responsibilities include removing debris from the paths, cutting back overgrowth, and picking up litter to keep the trails clean and welcoming.

Qualifications

• This internship position provides you with work experience in land management. No previous technical experience is required, and our stewardship director will provide training on safe equipment and herbicide usage. Our stewardship team will supervise herbicide application.
• Willingness to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Safety is a priority at LCNP and we will cease outdoor work if there are hazardous conditions, but your days may be perfect, hot, cold, wet, dry, or mosquito-y.
• Fully participate in all activities, including staff training activities.
• Ability to handle stressful situations appropriately, maintaining mental, emotional, and social resilience needed for the job in a fast-paced, interactive environment.
• Must be 18 years or older and be able to pass a criminal background check.

Physical Aspects of the Job

This position will require bending, stooping, walking long distances across rugged terrain and prolonged standing. This position involves daily exposure to sun, heat, dust, and animals, including wild animals and those maintained at the park.

• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist guests in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury).
• This is a physically demanding position. Applicants must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs and be amenable to being on their feet for the majority of their shift, often with hand tools or a backpack sprayer. 

Certifications and Licenses

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

How to Apply

Submit your application via email with an attached pdf cover letter and  resume to info@lcnaturepark.org. The position will closed when filled.