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The  Department of Natural Resources   is hiring multiple Limited Term positions stationed throughout the state of Wisconsin!  Please visit the   Limited Term Job Openings   page on the DNR's website, for a complete list of current LTE opportunities. If you have specific questions about our positions or vacancies, please refer to the individual job announcements for contact information. Position Summary :      Limited term jobs vary in duration and work hours may be full or part time depending on individual program needs, budgets, and seasonal demands. Wisconsin State Statutes limit each LTE position to no more than 1,039 hours of work within a twelve-month period. LTE positions may not be permanent however, some individuals have found the training and experience gained during limited term employment beneficial when competing for similar permanent civil service positions. Limited term jobs can be an important learning tool for career development. Students especially enjoy the flexibility offered through limited term jobs! Qualifications :      This is a limited term (LTE) position. Limited term positions do not automatically lead to or enjoy the same benefits as permanent employment, but this position does offer valuable work experience and an opportunity to learn more about career opportunities with the Department of Natural Resources and the State of Wisconsin. LTE employees are limited to working 1039 hours within a twelve-month period. In order to be considered for this position, you must be a resident of the State of Wisconsin.   Employment will require the selected candidate to pass a background check.  DNR does not sponsor work visas, thus, in compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required  I-9  form upon hire. How To Apply :      Please refer to the individual job announcements on the   Limited Term Job Openings   page for instructions on how to apply.

Position Purpose The salary listed on the job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications. For information related to  Essential Functions, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required to Perform Work,  and  Working Conditions & Hazards  of this position,  click here .  Locate and click on the position title to view the job classification specification . For evaluation purposes, acceptable qualifying experience for all positions must have been in a paid capacity unless noted otherwise in the minimum qualifications for the posted position. Additionally, 30+ hours per week will be counted as full-time employment and will receive full credit for the amount of time employed.  A minimum of 15 through 29 work hours per week will be counted as part-time employment and will receive half credit for the amount of time employed. Vacancies currently available in the following department(s):  Park and Recreation Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION:     Bachelor's degree in a biology, environmental science, forestry, arboriculture or horticulture field.  EXPERIENCE: Four (4) years of experience in general urban forestry or arboriculture which includes planting/cultivation/maintenance of trees and control of insects/pests/diseases. AND Two (2) years of supervisory/project management responsibilities.  EQUIVALENCY(IES): A High School Diploma or GED plus eight (8) years of the required experience including two (2) years supervisory/project management responsibilities will meet the education and experience requirements. An Associate's degree in any field plus six (6) years of the required experience including two (2) years supervisory/project management responsibilities will meet the education and experience requirements. A Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a non-stated field plus six (6) years of the required experience including two (2) years supervisory/project management responsibilities will meet the education and experience requirements. A Master's degree in a biology, environmental science, forestry, arboriculture or horticulture field plus two (2) years of the required experience including two (2) years supervisory/project management responsibilities will meet the education and experience requirements.  LICENSE(S) and/or   CERTIFICATION(S): Valid driver's license with good driving record. Must obtain an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Arborist Certification within one (1) year of appointment.  OTHER REQUIREMENT(S): Subject to twenty-four/seven (24/7) on-call status. Subject to work in inclement weather conditions.  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITY(IES): Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Basic PC and MSOffice or similar software skills. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to establish rapport, motivate employees, and create a mood of cooperation for effective problem solving and development of cost effective approached. Ability to maintain excellent internal and external customer service.  PREFERENCE(S): General knowledge of tree preservation techniques and ability to interpret construction drawings is preferred. State and federal partnerships, project management for park and recreation areas as well as municipal forestry experience and/or community relations experience is a plus. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Roles/Overview Student interns will assist the LGO staff with all the grant projects and programs through out the summer of 2019. The Essential duties of this position may change at any time and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.     Essential Duties 202 4H Outreach Grant - Assist with hosting, organizing, mentoring youth during 4H sponsored activities, projects and programs. 110 Sheep Research- Students will assist with gathering market data and analyze the data collected on the meat and wool samples taken. Student will help create reports, collect samples, assist with herd health and shearing schedules. 111 INDIGI FEWSS - Assist with Food, energy, water and sustainability projects and program that we organize for the community and allow student to participate in the short courses, seminars and summer internships partnerships with the University of Arizona partners. 193 Forest Research - Student will work on establishing and monitoring the research plot in the identified areas of the forest to conduct understory evaluations of the forest. students will be asked to travel and participate in training offered through the Northern Arizona University School of Forestry. 113 Shiprock Seedling Greenhouse/ utility development: Student will work on the Shiprock Demonstration Farm to assist with placing in the sewer, water and underground electrical lines for the proposed buildings. 212 Tsaile Campus Ag Barn - students will assist with cleaning up the site, site preparation, welding of the sheep barn, etc.. 106 NWAL FALCON Partnership - 2 students to assist in conducting the Tsaile Wheatfield Watershed study with U of A student intern, Marquel Begay. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities The internship is open to students of all majors, however students in environmental science, agriculture, and natural resources would be preferred. Students should have basic knowledge of livestock and pet care, rangeland conditions, agricultural activities geared to ranching and farming. Skills must include communicating effectively, orally and written. Must be able to present to large audiences, prepare presentation with power point, and  prepare handouts. Must be able to communicate well with supervisors, document progress and program development. Students must be able to work in an environment that can be physically challenging and work in a team setting to get larger programs established. Physical Requirements, Work Environment & Travel: This position requires working in the hot sun, rain, snow and in the office. Must be willing to work in the fields and with live animals. Must be able to lift for 50 lbs. Will be required to travel utilizing both personal vehicle and willing to travel via airplane to attend conferences and trainings as selected by the Land Grant supervisor. Other Requirement(s): Enrolled at Diné College as a full time student spring or fall 2019, summer student. May accept up to 3 non Diné College students depending of availability. Experience & Education Minimum: Must have been enrolled in either in the spring of 2019, registered for the fall of 2019, or enrolled in 2019 summer sessions at Diné College. Three position will be open to student who are enrolled in another higher institution and must show enrollment or registration of spring of fall 2019. Preferred: Students enrolled at Diné College with knowledge of agriculture (livestock handling, sheep shearing, farming, planting, using farm equipment and have a strong interest in developing programs to address community need or educational opportunities) Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Assistant, Food and Forests   Organization Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization working with the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres tackles the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses. For more information about Ceres, please visit:   www.ceres.org .  Description & Responsibilities  Ceres’ Food and Forests program works to protect forests from the impacts of agriculture, largely with a focus on influencing the largest food and beverage companies to improve the sustainability of their agricultural sourcing policies and practices. The Food and Forests team is seeking an Assistant to support the program broadly, as well as support key projects on agricultural initiatives.  The Assistant will be part of a team of five working with investors, companies and other NGOS to improve agricultural sourcing practices. We seek an energetic, highly motivated, self-starter to play a critical administrative and programmatic support role, both internally and externally. This full-time position reports to the Program Director and will be located in Boston, MA.   Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Work with the Program Director in setting up and maintaining systems for the Food and Forest team. Responsibilities include: Supporting staff on key projects, including organizing meetings with internal and external stakeholders and executing webinars; Organizing and supporting team and cross functional meetings, including arranging schedules, organizing agendas, taking notes and following up; Supporting the Director and other senior program staff on scheduling and travel logistics; Supporting HR related efforts, including recruitment and team training; Process the program staff’s expense reports, reimbursements, and other finance-related administrative duties; Organize and enhance excel-based tracking of program spending versus budgets.'Assist in development and management of team planning, goal setting, and impact tracking, working in concert with the Director and project leads; Support coordination, logistics, and management of team retreats, working closely with the Director and project leads; Assist team in roll out and distribution activities of key reports and special projects; Help buildout and maintain partner contact lists, resources and projects in platforms such as Salesforce, Excel, The Ceres Investor Portal, etc.; Support monthly news flow tracking and newsletter to share with partners on food and forest risk issues; Assist with planning, coordination, and logistics for Ceres annual conference, Investor Summit, and other organization-wide events; Travel to meetings and events, as required.  Qualifications Associate or Bachelor degree preferred, or 2 years of experience where in-depth organization, time management, and administrative skills were developed.  One to two years of work experience or internships, preferably direct experience working on sustainability-related issues Outstanding organizational, time management and administrative skills. Experience as an assistant to a senior executive, a plus. Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative, motivation Ability to organize and execute multiple projects and to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with keen attention to detail Highly developed communication skills, both written and verbal. Excellent research and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Desire to work in a fast-paced environment. Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Google Docs, and e-mail computer applications Knowledge of, or experience with, sustainability issues, particularly understanding of the role of business, the investment community, and/or NGOs, a plus. How to Apply  We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying:   www.ceres.org .  If you are interested in applying for this position, submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed.  Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law. 

Associate, Investor Network   Organization  Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization working with the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres tackles the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses. For more information about Ceres, please visit:  www.ceres.org .  Description & Responsibilities  The Associate, Investor Network position plays a key support role for Ceres’ Investor Network on Climate Risk and Sustainability and Ceres’ Food and Capital Markets Team. We are looking for candidates with strong organizational skills and some understanding of responsible investment and the larger investment community.  The Ceres Investor Network is looking for someone to support the monitoring and evaluation of investor progress on deforestation-related risks. This full-time position is based in Boston, MA, and reports to a Manager on the Investor Network. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following: As directed by the Manager, Investor Network, engage with investors on their work to address deforestation-related risks in their portfolios. Maintain and regularly update all datasets and Salesforce tracking systems to ensure contacts, meetings, deliverables, and other important information is tracked and available. Monitor investor progress on deforestation through measurement and evaluation systems. Research and conduct analyses of investor decision-making, and activity related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) matters. Support relationship management with investors in tracking member engagement, participation, and activities in Salesforce. Using Partner Engagement Management System (PEMS), coordinate outreach to members by other Ceres’ staff members, including sign-on letters.  Manage, review, and update content and promote investor activity on the Investor Portal Assist in report preparation for internal and external audiences. With the Manager, Investor Engagement, coordinate planning of conference sessions and presentations. Participate in Food and Forests and Investor team meetings, quarterly and annual program reviews, and annual planning meetings. Provide administrative and programmatic support for the Investor Initiative for Sustainable Forests collaboration  Qualifications Associate or Bachelor degree preferred, or 4 years of experience where organization, writing, and research skills were developed. Two-three years work experience, preferably direct experience working on sustainability-related issues. An understanding of financial markets and investment firms, financial institutions, or institutional investors. Strong writing and research skills. Effective oral and written communication skills. Strong project management skills and attention to detail. Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation. Successful record of organizing multiple projects and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Desire to work in a not-for-profit, advocacy-focused organization. Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above.  Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and e-mail computer applications. Interest and willingness to be trained on specific applications necessary for work: ReadyTalk, Salesforce, listserv program, etc.  How to Apply We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying:   www.ceres.org .  If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed.  Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.

General Information Under the direction of the City Manager, is responsible for directing and implementing year-round, city wide parks, recreation and forestry programs and services to include supervision of personnel, policy/procedures development and implementation, budgets, fund-raising, programming and planning.  Represents the City and Department before public and civic organizations. Implements parks best management practices with sustainability and quality of life programming.    Brief Description of Duties Oversee and develop the parks, recreation and forestry programs. Determine and implement procedures and processes for assessing community needs for new and existing facilities and programs. Research and analyze information and set realistic goals for department for short and long-range strategic planning based on City Manager direction, City Council goals and community desires. Prepare and submit annual departmental budget request to the City Manager.  Administer the budgets throughout the fiscal year. Review, verify, and approve all financial expenditures prior to submission to the City Manager. Responsible for preparing and overseeing capital improvement master plans, and developing new and sustainable operations and revenue strategies. Develop fee structure proposals for services and programs. Prepares, monitors and evaluates parks, recreation and forestry service contracts with various agencies. Responsible for negotiating and administering leases and contracts with other governmental, quasi-governmental, private businesses, and individuals. Create agreements and work cooperatively with other community related agencies to include SDSU, Brookings School District, Arts Council, Senior Activity Center, Food Pantry, Arts Festival and all youth and adult recreation/athletic associations to assess needs, planning for facilities, determining future needs, etc. Establish and maintain a good relationship with other agencies, departments and administration.  Develop new policies and procedures as well as propose revisions and updates pertaining to program and facility operations. Supervise and delegate duties and responsibilities to the superintendents and office manager.  Manage all subordinate staff through superintendents. Oversee and evaluate citizen complaints and respond accordingly.  Oversee development of programs for the purchase, inspection and disposal of equipment.  Remain abreast of latest technology and safety equipment. Through assistance from the Forestry Technicians, oversee the trail system, the health of public trees, and planting of new trees. Oversee urban re-forestation efforts. Play a critical role in the attainment of the City's Bike Master Plan and Parks, Recreation and Forestry Master Plans. Provide innovative programs and practices to complement the City's sustainability initiatives. Oversee park facilities including, but not limited to: turf management program, playground equipment, building/equipment/facility maintenance and operations. Prepare annual, monthly and quarterly reports as necessary or requested. Work cooperatively with the Park and Recreation Advisory Board. Find opportunities to engage employees to improve operational effectiveness and the community experience. Perform all duties in compliance with the safety standards established by the City. Perform such duties as the City Manager may direct. Minimum/Preferred Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   Education and/or Experience Bachelor of Science Degree in Parks, Recreation, or a related field, including course work in organization and administration is required.  A master's degree is preferred. Five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in parks and recreation programs, with some exposure to forestry, horticulture, and turf management or other related fields in an administrative supervisory capacity, with municipal or public sector experience required.   A combination of education, experience, and training may be considered in lieu of degree requirement. South Dakota or other state Park & Recreation Association Professional Certificate or eligibility desirable. Must have demonstrated experience in evaluating needs, designing programs, and continuously improving sustainable systems and processes.  Must have ability to create cohesive teams, establish a strategic direction, develop momentum, motivate staff, and manage change. Demonstrated experience using statistical data, financial information and outcome measures to develop budgets, evaluate operational performance, and strengthen organizational accountability and effectiveness. Experience supervising a large and diverse workforce with skill in creating a culture of respect, collaboration, productivity and accountability. Must have demonstrated skill in addressing politically challenging situations with tact, diplomacy, and sensitivity. Must have excellent verbal and oral communication skills, including experience communicating successfully with a broad range of stakeholders. Prior experience and working knowledge in computer technology and software programs to include Outlook, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint, etc. Must have philosophy of providing excellent customer service and outstanding customer service delivery.   Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and government regulations.  Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.  Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.  Ability to effectively present information to top management, elected officials, public groups, and/or boards of directors. The City of Brookings is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer   The City of Brookings does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, sex, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, familial status, disability, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation which results in the unequal treatment or separation or segregation of any person, or denies, prevents, limits or otherwise adversely affects, or if accomplished would deny, prevent, limit or otherwise adversely affect the benefit or enjoyment by any person of employment, membership in a labor union organization, ownership or occupancy of real property, a public accommodation, a public service or an educational institution. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Wilderness Fellow Position Description Title : Wilderness Fellow Reports To : SWS National Program Director Classification : Hourly Location : 10 Positions are available, located in the following: Hungry Horse, Montana; Helena, Montana; Jackson, Wyoming (2 positions); Central Sierras, California; Tahoe, California; Rutland, Vermont; Rhinelander, Wisconsin; Hoonah and Yakutat, Alaska; Ketchikan, Alaska. Duration : June 10, 2019 – December 3, 2019 Time : Full Time, Seasonal Salary : $600 weekly stipend Benefits: 1 earned personal day per month (vacation is not eligible to be cashed out at any time) and federal holidays; Forest Service housing provided. Closing Date : April 26th, 2019 Partners The Society for Wilderness Stewardship (SWS) is a non-profit organization seeking to promote excellence in the professional practice of wilderness stewardship, science, and education to ensure the life-sustaining benefits of wilderness.  In other words, we are a professional society working to set the standard for wilderness management.  The Aldo Leopold Wilderness Research Institute (Leopold) is dedicated to the development and dissemination of knowledge needed to improve management of wilderness, parks, and similarly protected areas.  Leopold was established in 1993 under the Rocky Mountain Research Station and has been the wilderness research arm of federal agencies ever since.  The Institute operates under an interagency agreement among the federal agencies that have wilderness management or research responsibility – the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service, and the U.S. Geological Survey. The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) was founded by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1905, and today oversees 445 wilderness areas or 33% of the National Wilderness Preservation System.  Inaugural Chief of the USFS, Gifford Pinchot, stated that the USFS existed to “provide the greatest amount of good for the greatest amount of people in the long run.” Program Overview The Wilderness Fellows Program is a collaborative of the three organizations above, and was created in order to complete Wilderness Character Baseline Assessments, thereby continuing important assessment work that has been underway since 2001, and fulfilling the USFS Wilderness Stewardship Performance (WSP) element “Wilderness Character Baseline”.  The Wilderness Character Baseline requires that steps be made to determine a baseline and provide the foundation for evaluating trends in wilderness character.  These trends indicate the outcome of management actions and success at ‘preserving wilderness character’ as directed by the Wilderness Act. As stated in Keeping It Wild 2: An Updated Interagency Strategy to Monitor Trends in Wilderness Character Across the National Wilderness Preservation System (Landres et. al, 2015), “the results of wilderness character monitoring provide [agency staff who manage wilderness day-to-day, and regional and national staff who develop wilderness policy and assess its effectiveness] some of the key data they need to improve wilderness stewardship and wilderness policy.”  The report goes on to say that, “Implementing this monitoring strategy does not guarantee the preservation of wilderness character, but it informs and improves wilderness stewardship, and ensures managers are accountable to the central mandate of the 1964 Wilderness act – to preserve wilderness character.” In 2001, the USFS Wilderness Monitoring Committee developed the first national framework for Wilderness Character Monitoring (WCM).  Progression was attained by the USFS in 2006 with WCM pilot testing occurring in every FS region, the publication of the Applying the Concept of Wilderness Character to National Forest Planning, Monitoring and Management in 2008, and the 2009 distribution of the Technical Guide for Monitoring Selected Conditions Related to Wilderness Character .   The USFS and Leopold now stand at the brink of publishing the second generation Technical Guide (expected June 2019), a tool that promises to advance WCM across the nation.  Wilderness Fellows will apply the tools in the Technical Guide to carry out wilderness character baseline assessments.  Fellows will complete base level work for numerous wilderness areas that will inform future targeted assessments. Position Overview The Wilderness Fellow Program is seeking qualified candidates to fill Wilderness Fellow positions.  Fellows are based in locations around the country, with a significant amount of travel within their base region.   Work is roughly 80% office based and 20% field based and is performed at USFS offices to directly support the goals of a collaborative wilderness character monitoring initiative currently underway in the USFS. Primary Wilderness Fellow Responsibilities Attend one week training in Granby, Colorado (travel provided).  Work out of remote USFS locations, residing in USFS housing.  Coordinate meetings with USFS resource specialists and line officers to gather information regarding wilderness character. Research, compile and analyze legislative and administrative historical data per wilderness area. Travel to and into wilderness areas.  Compile and analyze data for selected monitoring indicators and complete components of a baseline assessment for wilderness character monitoring. Implement inventory and monitoring strategies for tracking wilderness character. Participate in weekly conference calls. Set and meet benchmarks and deadlines for data collection, meetings, and draft and final reports. Create a narrative report for each wilderness area worked in. Key Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field, Master’s degree preferred. Educational background in Wilderness Management, Protected Area/Natural Resource Management, Recreation Resource Management, Conservation Social Science, Environmental Policy, Natural, Biological and/or Physical Science. Deep interest in wilderness/resource management and the U.S. Forest Service. Outstanding written and oral communication skills. Research skill and attention to detail and organization. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on projects, high degree of initiative. Understanding and ability to use GIS is a plus. Results-oriented with the ability to set and follow realistic goals and objectives. Flexibility to adapt when faced with changing needs and priorities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, comfort with technology. Ability to travel to training and remote field locations (travel provided), and to relocate if necessary (assistance not provided).  To Apply : E-mail a resume, cover letter, a one-to-two page writing sample, and three professional or academic references to Heather MacSlarrow at: hiringmanager@wildernessstewardship.org Essential Function : Employee may be required to sit, stand, and lift objects up to 50 lbs.  Employee may be required to travel and camp in the backcountry, and to drive or fly to remote project locations.  The Society for Wilderness Stewardship is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

Seasonal Horticulture Technicians (Multiple Part-time Openings)   Department:  Horticulture Location:  Wheaton, IL     About Cantigny Park   Cantigny Park, part of the Robert R. McCormick Foundation, is the 500-acre Wheaton estate of Robert R. McCormick, former editor and publisher of the Chicago Tribune. It is home to the McCormick House, First Division Museum, formal gardens, picnic grounds, walking trails, a Visitors Center with banquet and dining facilities, and a championship golf course.   Created by renowned landscape architect Franz Lipp, the 29 acres of formal gardens at Cantigny are a horticultural masterpiece. Cantigny possesses one of the largest display gardens in the Midwest with more than 160,000 annuals, perennials, ground covers and flowering shrubs and trees. Cantigny’s gardens are a source of education, recreation and inspiration to thousands of visitors annually.    The greenhouse is an impressive 18,000 sq. ft. and produces all of Cantigny's annual flowers and other unique, hard to find plant material. In any of these positions, you will gain hands-on experience with the professional staff of the Cantigny Park Greenhouse who are experts in the field of public horticulture. Cantigny Park is a unique environment where beauty is everywhere.   Opportunity   The Horticulture Department at Cantigny Park currently has several seasonal openings for greenhouse, garden, forestry, turf, and construction technicians. These are exciting opportunities for anyone who loves to work with plants, enjoys working in a creative environment and with people. Candidates must be self-driven and open-minded, with a deep interest in horticulture, ecology, and plant physiology. There are multiple positions available. Please see each summary below to determine which role fits best with your interests and skills.   Responsibilities   Greenhouse Technician: Tasks for this position include the everyday management of all aspects of our plant production including glasshouse, Illinois natives, perennial nursery, and annual nursery. Performs production functions such as; watering, fertilizing, potting, transplanting, seed sowing, cutting propagation, pinching, spacing, etc. May assist in pest management activities such as scouting Responsible for maintaining the production facilities, equipment, storage areas, work areas and plants in a clean, orderly, healthy condition Actively participates in various Cantigny activities and functions involving the recreation and education of visitors, such as Greenhouse Open House(s), and miscellaneous tours, classes, demonstrations, departmental functions, etc.   Garden Technician: This position supports the installation and care of the annual flower and perennial gardens. Assists in the planting and horticultural maintenance of the annual flower and perennial gardens, including the preparation of the gardens Operates and maintains small equipment such as roto-tillers, garden edging tools, etc.   Forestry Technician: This position supports the care of trees and shrubs throughout the gardens and grounds. Assist with maintenance of the tree and shrub planting throughout the Gardens and Golf Course including plant removal, installation of new plant material, watering, weeding, trimming, shearing and mulching of plants Must be trained and understand the most proper and safe pruning methods set by ANSI A300 Must be trained and understand the most proper and correct methods and procedures of safety with equipment as set by ANSI Z133.1-2006 Operates small motorized equipment such as hedge shears and non-motorized arborist equipment including hand tools, shears, pole saws and loppers Operates large motorized equipment including chipper, tractors, carts, wood splitter, etc. Maintains arborist equipment, including cleaning and sharpening.   Turf Technician: Tasks for this position primarily include turf care. Assists with maintenance of lawn, including mowing, trimming, watering, and leaf removal to the standards defined by the Turf Manager Operates and maintains large equipment such as lawn mowers, turf vacuum, weed trimmers, leaf blowers, etc. with the utmost understanding of safety   Construction Technician: The focus of this position is on the construction of hard surface walkways, patios, stone walls, along with any emergency duties. Installation and repair of hard surface sidewalks, patios, stone walls, etc. Repair and reshaping of lawns and periodically over seeding lawns. Assists in repairs and installations of lawn and garden irrigation systems. Clean walkways, private drive, parking lots and sidewalks of all debris. Aid in the care and maintenance of turf; duties include mowing, grass trimming, etc. Operate and maintain small equipment such as: concrete saw, grass trimmers, leaf blowers, etc.   Requirements   Pursuing or possess a horticulture/biology degree and experience in plant production experience preferred Must be safety-conscious and able to operate equipment without injury to themselves, others, property and plants. Provides for personal safety in the workplace by attending and completing all required safety training, knowing and following existing safety rules including the applicable use of personal protection equipment, the proper operation of tools/machinery and proper handling of hazardous materials, and reporting any unsafe conditions to respective supervisor Must be physically able to lift and maneuver 50 lbs., work in all types of terrain and adverse weather conditions (including extreme cold and heat), and stand or kneel for long periods of time Must be available to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs and weather delays Must attend Cantigny Park’s Child Safety Training Assist other Horticulture Departments as necessary with supervisor approval All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screening   To apply: submit a resume and cover letter online here . Please indicate which position you are applying for in your cover letter.