North Floater Conservation Corps Crew Member

Summary: Friends of the Forest Preserves seeks a crew member to join our North Branch and Barrington Greenway Initiative Conservation Corps Crews, based out of 6100 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60646 and 459 W State Rte 22, North Barrington, IL 60010. Conservation Corps members work year-round to remove invasive species and restore native habitats throughout the forest preserves in Cook County. We are seeking a crew member to be part of a program that provides valuable skills and certifications that could lead to a long-term career in natural land management or other environmental jobs. Responsibilities: Work outdoors on a team of 5 people, removing invasive species using hand and power tools Conduct hands-on activities, such as seed collecting and prescription burning, to restore ecological health to forest preserves Conduct tool maintenance as required Participate in required training sessions Required qualifications: Must be 18 years or older Strong interest in learning about conservation and working outdoors Must be punctual and responsible, with the ability to work with others as a team Ability to lift and move heavy objects (50 lbs.) and work outside in inclement weather and extreme temperatures Ability to obtain a State of Illinois Pesticide Operator License and First Aid/CPR certification ability to secure one within 45 days of hire (training provided) Ability to obtain Forest Preserves of Cook County Feller I Chainsaw Certification, Friends Chainsaw Certification, and Chicago Wilderness Prescription Burn Training Certification (training provided) Some flexibility in work hours, including weekend work, is required Ability to meet at designated meetup location, 6100 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60646 and 459 W State Rte 22, North Barrington, IL 60010 Beneficial qualifications: Experience working outdoors as part of a team Volunteer experience Benefits: 50% cost share of health and dental insurance Short- and long-term disability insurance, and $100,000 of life insurance 403b retirement account with 3% match starting at 1 year of employment 2 weeks of vacation 2 weeks of sick time 11 paid holidays plus 2 additional paid days of winter break To apply:

Submit cover letter, resume, and two references via the Friends website at https://fotfp.org/who-we-are/jobs/. Incomplete applications may not be considered. Please NO calls, faxes, office visits, or emails. Friends of the Forest Preserves strongly encourages people of all identities to apply. We strive to include people of every race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, and/or sexual orientation. Friends is an equal opportunity employer, in addition to observing all legal protections of special status, promoting diversity in the conservation community. #J-18808-Ljbffr