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Prairie Management Technician

USA The Nature Conservancy

Morris, Minnesota

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Car Rentals, Communication Skills, Conservation, Driver's License, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Federal Government, Follow Through, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), High School Diploma, Leadership, Licensing Compliance, Maintain Compliance, Mobile Devices, Needs Assessment, Physical Demands, Record Keeping, Risk, Safety/Work Safety, Stewardship, Team Player, Wildlife Management
LOCATION
Morris, Minnesota
POSTED
11 days ago
Position details:
• This job posting will be open until filled and will hire three individuals.
• This is a seasonal, full-time (40 hours/week) position is anticipated to start May 18, 2026 and end on July 31, 2026.
• This position is based out of Morris, Minnesota at the Morris Wetland Management District Office.
• TNC housing and basic utilities are provided at no cost to the employee upon signing and agreeing to housing terms, and the employee must live in the provided housing to meet the needs and nature of the position and to maximize the effectiveness and collaboration of the crew.
• Hourly rate range: $18.00 - 19.05/hour dependent on experience.
What We Can Achieve Together:

As our Prairie Management Technicians (PMT,) you will work primarily in the Upper Minnesota River Valley area in west central Minnesota participating in prairie stewardship activities on TNC preserves and partner lands (MNDNR and USFWS). Stewardship work includes invasive species control, tree removal, native prairie seed harvest, grassland monitoring, and tool and equipment maintenance. Work will also include collaboration with state and federal agencies in habitat management activities.

You will be expected to work independently and in a team environment. You will regularly work with 2-8 person crews and are expected to periodically provide a leadership role. Work will be performed in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.

Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Assist with managing prairie habitat on public lands including state-owned Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) and federally owned. Waterfowl Production Areas (WPAs), as well as TNC preserves and other protected lands.
• Cut and chemically treat herbaceous and woody exotic species.
• Maintain records of herbicide use and management actions.
• Identify management needs and communicate information to supervisor accordingly.
• Assist in directing and interacting with Conservation Corps Minnesota (CCM) crews on various projects.
• Maintain daily journal and work log, summarizing daily work completed.
• Discuss calendar of proposed activities with supervisor daily.

We're Looking for You:

Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Do you enjoy working outdoors? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We're looking for someone who is a team player and can collaborate with others within the team and with partnering agencies, with strong communication and follow-through skills. If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today!

What You'll Bring:
  • High school diploma or GED and 1 year's training in a science-related field or related experience in land management.
  • Experience recognizing plant and animal species.
  • Experience operating various types of equipment.
  • Experience working in a team environment.
  • Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. First Aid, CPR, herbicide or pesticide application).
  • Must have a valid driver's license.

Desired Qualifications
  • 1 year of experience in land management or related field.
  • Experience working with or knowledge of natural systems.
  • Able to pass the DOT federal medical exam (https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/medical/driver-medical-requirements/driver-medical-fitness-duty)
  • Ability to follow instructions from colleagues, coworkers, team members.
  • PC and/or mobile device familiarity, including GIS knowledge or understanding.


This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC's Auto Safety Program. Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers." To learn more about the Auto Safety Program, visit the Auto Safety information page. Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.

Salary Information:

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $18.00 - 19.05/hour. This range only applies to candidates whose c

About the Company

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USA The Nature Conservancy

The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature and people. The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends.

We address the most pressing conservation threats at the largest scale. Thanks to the support of our more than 1 million members, we’ve built a tremendous record of success since our founding in 1951:
  • We've protected more than 119 million acres of land and thousands of miles of rivers worldwide — and we operate more than 100 marine conservation projects globally.
  • We work in all 50 states and more than 72 countries — protecting habitats from grasslands to coral reefs, from Australia to Alaska to Zambia.
  • We address threats to conservation involving climate change, fresh water, oceans, and conservation lands.
COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
FOUNDED
1951
WEBSITE
http://www.nature.org

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