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APIPP Terrestrial Invasive Species Manager

The Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program (APIPP) is an award-winning invasive species program that leads the Conservancy’s invasive species work in the Adirondack Park in partnership with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC). APIPP serves as the Adirondack Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (PRISM), one of eight such partnerships in NY. The Adirondack PRISM’s mission is to work in partnership to minimize the impact of invasive species on the Adirondack region’s communities, lands, and waters. Program goals are to prevent new invasive species introductions to the region, to detect and rapidly respond to new infestations, and to mitigate harmful impacts of established infestations. APIPP advances a comprehensive, integrated approach that incorporates awareness building, prevention, early detection, rapid response, monitoring, restoration, and innovation strategies. Visit www.adkinvasives.com to learn more.
The Terrestrial Invasive Species Manager (TISM) is a lead member of the APIPP team who works in partnership with NYSDEC and PRISM partners to minimize the impact of invasive species on the Adirondack region and to achieve TNC’s 2030 Goals. The TISM coordinates and implements terrestrial invasive species (TIS) prevention, monitoring, and management efforts with contractors, partners, and volunteers. The TISM and provides technical leadership and scientific support for Adirondack PRISM TIS initiatives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master's Degree in science related field and 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience collecting, manipulating, analyzing and interpreting scientific data.
  • Experience preparing reports of findings.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Certification as a New York State Commercial Pesticide Applicator (category 3A preferred). If the candidate is not certified at the time of hire, the candidate must obtain certification within two months of their hire date. 
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
  • Knowledge of Adirondack plant species and knowledge of current trends and practices in TIS prevention, monitoring, and management.
  • Three or more years of experience applying for federal, state, or local government permits and/or working with private landowners to manage lands.
  • Three or more years of experience managing contractors and seasonal staff, and doing adaptive management as conditions change on the ground.
  • Relationship building skills and ability to work closely with a variety of partners.
  • Experience giving public presentations on technical topics.
  • Excellent communication skills via written, spoken and graphical means in English.
  • Multi-language skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
  • Strong knowledge of computer technology and common software applications, including advanced uses of Excel.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to meet deadlines.

To apply, go to https://careers.nature.org/ and search for job ID 54559. Submit your cover letter and resume as one document, online at https://careers.nature.org/Apply soon! Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position announcement will close when a final candidate has been selected.

Summer 2024 Seasonal Positions: Application deadline February 12!

Terrestrial Invasive Species Assistant

The Terrestrial Invasive Species Assistant will help protect the Adirondack Park from the threat of invasive species, including forest pests, by conducting invasive species monitoring and management field work. The Terrestrial Invasive Species Assistant performs invasive species surveys and mechanical, biological, and chemical management of invasive species across the Adirondack region of upstate New York, collects and analyzes data, and provides education about invasive species. This is a sixteen-week, full-time, seasonal position for the summer of 2024. The start date is on or about May 13, 2024. Visit https://careers.nature.org/ to learn more about the position and to apply. Search for job #54581.

Invasive Species Management Steward

The Adirondack Invasive Species Management Steward will help protect the Adirondack Park from the threat of invasive species by conducting invasive species monitoring and management field work. The Management Steward performs invasive species surveys and mechanical, biological, and chemical management of invasive species across the Adirondack region of upstate New York, primarily at high-use recreation areas such as campgrounds and trailheads; collects and analyzes data; and provides education about invasive species. This is a sixteen-week, full-time, seasonal position for the summer of 2024. The start date is on or about May 13, 2024. Visit https://careers.nature.org/ to learn more about the position and to apply. Search for job #54582.

Aquatic Invasive Species Monitoring Steward

The Adirondack Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Monitoring Steward will help monitor and manage aquatic invasive species in the Adirondack Park and reduce the spread of AIS throughout waterbodies in the Park. The AIS Monitoring Steward conducts invasive species surveys, collects and analyzes data, provides education about invasive species, updates databases, and helps manages invasive species across the Adirondack region of upstate New York. This is a sixteen-week, full-time, seasonal position for the summer of 2024. The start date is on or about June 10, 2024. Visit https://careers.nature.org/ to learn more about the position and to apply. Search for job #54594.