Habitat Technician
Core
Hands-on habitat restoration, native seed collection, invasive species management, and field surveys to restore native plant communities for birds and wildlife.
Role type
Field conservation technician (grassland/wetland)
Builds
Restored prairie and wetland habitats supporting bird populations and ecosystems
Domain
Conservation biology / Grassland and wetland ecosystems
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Plant identification (native/invasive), seed collection and processing, habitat restoration techniques, field surveying, GPS navigation, equipment operation and maintenance, data recording
Preferred skills
GIS software (ArcGIS), prescribed fire management, managed grazing, easement evaluation knowledge, taxonomic key usage
Technologies
GPS devices, seed harvesting equipment, ArcGIS
Responsibilities
Identify and control invasive species; collect and process native prairie seeds; assist in planting and monitoring restoration sites; conduct wildlife and habitat surveys; perform management activities (mowing, prescribed fire, grazing); record management data; educate volunteers and public.
Seniority
Individual Contributor, field-level