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Show me jobs like this one| Job Ref: | 41099 |
| Employer: |
Nature Conservancy. |
| State/Province: | New York State |
| Type of Employment: | Full Time |
| Environmental Categories: | Other |
| Industries: | Other/Not Classified |
| Job Description: |
OFFICE LOCATION New York, New York (NY) ABOUT US The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in more than 30 countries, all 50 United States, and your backyard. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Visit www.nature.org/aboutus to learn more. TNC ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The LEAF Program Science Assistant will help with research, monitoring and maintaining of two environmental projects located in several boroughs of New York City. S/he will assist NYC Parks & Recreation and Columbia University with a study of the value of green roofs for biodiversity as well as help maintain green roofs atop 10 NYC Parks’ recreation centers by watering, weeding and collecting plant and other biodiversity data as needed. Additionally, for a maximum of 6 days, s/he will assist NYC Parks’ staff to monitor elevation changes in New York City marshes as they respond to sea level rise. Responsibilities include assisting and recording measurement data at established benchmark stations and helping to carry a limited amount of field gear into and out of the field. S/he will assist NYC Parks’ staff with salt marsh monitoring or assessment work within City limits as needed. TNC BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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START DATE This is a 8-week position. The proposed dates are July 1 to August 23, 2013 with some flexibility depending on individual’s schedule. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT
BENEFITS-SHORT TERM POSITIONS The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, a 401k plan, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond. TNC TO APPLY To apply to position number 41099, submit resume and cover letter as one document. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on June 17, 2013. Failure to complete all of the required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration. You must click “submit” to apply for the position. You may select “save for later” if you prefer to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. If you are experiencing technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide or contact applyhelp@tnc.org . EOE STATEMENT The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy’s background screening process |
| Post Date: | 05/10/2013 |
