Natural Resource and Land Management Intern

Posted: April 22, 2021 by MAEE Administration

Natural Resource and Land Management Intern
Job Type	Internship - Unpaid
Organization	River Bend Nature Center
Job Description	Natural Resource and Land Management Intern Unpaid Internship: June-August (start and end dates flexible) (Ability to work a minimum of 10 hours per week is preferred) Reports to: Natural Resources Manager Qualifications / Education / Experience Must be at least 18 years of age Education in natural resources, park management, environmental science, etc. Class D Driver’s license with violation free driving record Ability to pass a background check Means of self-transportation during work hours as needed Proof of meeting Minnesota requirements regarding auto registration and liability insurance First aid / CPR / AED certification a plus Experience with land maintenance equipment a plus (chainsaws, powertools, mowers, etc) Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Ability to: Effectively communicate, orally and in writing, with groups and individuals Work indoors and outdoors in a variety of temperature extremes and weather conditions Withstand the physical demands of the work which involves lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, reaching, walking, standing, and sitting Identify, analyze, and solve problems Plan for safety and follow risk management principles Operate a variety of equipment (including but not limited to) an off road machine (gator) with attachments, lawn mowers, weed whips, and other natural resource/land management equipment Read, write, and communicate in English Work non-standard hours when the need arises Show energy and passion for the River Bend Nature Center’s mission Organizational skills with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, working as a team with staff and volunteers Expected Experiences, Outcomes, and Essential Duties Natural Resources and Land Management Habitat restoration practices and techniques Establish and/or restore Minnesota native habitat Aid in controlling non-native invasive species Lead/Teach volunteers during organized restoration projects/events Maintain trails Inspect trail signs for damage. Repair or replace as needed Provide other trail maintenance as directed. Relationships Implement strategies to train and motivate volunteers. Field questions from and cultivate interest in River Bend Nature Center from visitors and trail users. Handle visitor and public input courteously and responsively with respect for differing opinions and maintain positive relationships across sectors. Other Maintain accurate records and data collection to facilitate evaluation, ongoing quality improvement, and inventory of supplies and equipment. Exhibit professionalism and commitment to the River Bend Nature Center mission, guiding principles and policies. Work as a team to integrate organizational operation objectives and actions. Positive, optimistic attitude and willingness to be flexible and work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends. Keep public and work spaces neat and orderly. Carry out other duties as directed. How to Apply To apply, please send cover letter and resume by Monday, May 10, 2021 to: Brittany Smith, Naturalist/Natural Resources Manager River Bend Nature Center PO Box 186 Faribault, MN 55021 or email rbncinfo@rbnc.org River Bend Nature Center was established in 1978 in Faribault, Minnesota and is a non-profit nature center located on 743 acres which includes maple basswood forests, restored prairies, wetlands and the Straight River. The mission of River Bend Nature Center is to help people discover, enjoy, understand, and preserve the incredible natural world that surrounds us. Through contact with River Bend Nature Center, we envision that people will develop understanding of natural systems and our connections within them and be inspired to conserve and be stewards of the natural world. River Bend Nature Center provides environmental education, conservation and recreational programs, events, and activities for area schools and the public. Visit year-round to explore ten miles of multi-use trails and an interpretive center open to the public with no entrance fees. Become a member, donate, or learn more at www.rbnc.org
Location	Faribault, MN
Expires	2021-05-10
Link	https://rbnc.org
MAEE Partner	River Bend Nature Center

Internship - Unpaid

River Bend Nature Center

Location: Faribault, MN

Expires: 2021-05-10

Link: https://rbnc.org

MAEE Partner: River Bend Nature Center

Job Description:

Natural Resource and Land Management Intern

Unpaid Internship: June-August (start and end dates flexible)

(Ability to work a minimum of 10 hours per week is preferred)

Reports to: Natural Resources Manager

Qualifications / Education / Experience

Must be at least 18 years of age
Education in natural resources, park management, environmental science, etc.
Class D Driver’s license with violation free driving record
Ability to pass a background check
Means of self-transportation during work hours as needed
Proof of meeting Minnesota requirements regarding auto registration and liability insurance
First aid / CPR / AED certification a plus
Experience with land maintenance equipment a plus (chainsaws, powertools, mowers, etc)

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Ability to:

Effectively communicate, orally and in writing, with groups and individuals
Work indoors and outdoors in a variety of temperature extremes and weather conditions
Withstand the physical demands of the work which involves lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, reaching, walking, standing, and sitting
Identify, analyze, and solve problems
Plan for safety and follow risk management principles
Operate a variety of equipment (including but not limited to)
- an off road machine (gator) with attachments, lawn mowers, weed whips, and other natural resource/land management equipment
Read, write, and communicate in English
Work non-standard hours when the need arises
Show energy and passion for the River Bend Nature Center’s mission
Organizational skills with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, working as a team with staff and volunteers

Expected Experiences, Outcomes, and Essential Duties

Natural Resources and Land Management

Habitat restoration practices and techniques
Establish and/or restore Minnesota native habitat
Aid in controlling non-native invasive species
Lead/Teach volunteers during organized restoration projects/events
Maintain trails
- Inspect trail signs for damage. Repair or replace as needed
- Provide other trail maintenance as directed.

Relationships

Implement strategies to train and motivate volunteers.
Field questions from and cultivate interest in River Bend Nature Center from visitors and trail users.
Handle visitor and public input courteously and responsively with respect for differing opinions and maintain positive relationships across sectors.

Other

Maintain accurate records and data collection to facilitate evaluation, ongoing quality improvement, and inventory of supplies and equipment.
Exhibit professionalism and commitment to the River Bend Nature Center mission, guiding principles and policies.
Work as a team to integrate organizational operation objectives and actions.
Positive, optimistic attitude and willingness to be flexible and work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends.
Keep public and work spaces neat and orderly.
Carry out other duties as directed.

How to Apply

To apply, please send cover letter and resume by Monday, May 10, 2021 to:

Brittany Smith, Naturalist/Natural Resources Manager

River Bend Nature Center

PO Box 186

Faribault, MN 55021

or email rbncinfo@rbnc.org

River Bend Nature Center was established in 1978 in Faribault, Minnesota and is a non-profit nature center located on 743 acres which includes maple basswood forests, restored prairies, wetlands and the Straight River. The mission of River Bend Nature Center is to help people discover, enjoy, understand, and preserve the incredible natural world that surrounds us. Through contact with River Bend Nature Center, we envision that people will develop understanding of natural systems and our connections within them and be inspired to conserve and be stewards of the natural world. River Bend Nature Center provides environmental education, conservation and recreational programs, events, and activities for area schools and the public. Visit year-round to explore ten miles of multi-use trails and an interpretive center open to the public with no entrance fees. Become a member, donate, or learn more at www.rbnc.org