American Conservation Experience
Habitat Monitoring Crew Member
American Conservation Experience, Santa Fe, New Mexico, us, 87503
Habitat Monitoring Crew Member
American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), is seeking two Habitat Monitoring Crew Members (AIM) to contribute to the New Mexico BLM Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (AIM) of public lands across the state.
Start Date:
Early April 2026 Estimated End Date:
October 2026 Location:
Santa Fe, New Mexico
BLM employees in New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, and Kansas care for 13.5 million acres of public lands guided by the principles of multiple use and sustained yield, and a recognized need to protect and enhance the natural and human environment.
Position Overview This field-based position is 100% outdoor. Field teams will work 10‑hour days, camp for 8‑day hitches followed by 6 days off. Travel to the field sites is provided.
Field Work Duties
Successfully identify all plants to species in sampling areas
Collect vegetation data using line‑point intercept and species inventory methods
Measure shrub density, foliar cover, canopy gap, and vegetation heights
Identify and describe soil horizons
Use GPS to navigate to off‑trail sampling sites
Drive 4x4 vehicles in a backcountry setting
Use electronic data collection with a tablet and an ArcGIS geo‑database
Schedule 8‑day camping in the field followed by 6 days off.
Position Benefits Living Allowance: $725 per week (disbursed bi‑weekly). Housing assistance up to $250 per week for approved expenses. Relocation assistance up to $500. Gear assistance up to $200 for approved gear. Training: Orientation, ACE policies, and BLM Aquatic (Lotic) AIM methods.
Public Land Corps Hiring Authority: Members may be eligible for federal hiring authority after completing the term and 640 service hours. Eligibility may combine terms and includes age and citizenship requirements.
Qualifications Required
Authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship)
Professional, positive, and enthusiastic representation of ACE and partner organization
Self‑directed or effective group member
Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
21+ years of age to drive due to insurance requirements
Pass required criminal history checks
Perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation
Complete required administrative tasks (timesheets, evaluations)
Hike up to 3 miles and lift up to 50 lbs daily
Familiar with Leave No Trace, field safety, outdoor work
Flexible and willing to work irregular schedule with travel
Work alone or in a small group with minimal supervision
Preferred
Degree in natural or physical sciences or related field
Experience with plant surveys using monitoring protocols
Field identification of plants or soils using dichotomous keys; knowledge of Southwest US flora helpful
Read, interpret, and navigate GPS unit and topographic maps
Use electronic tablets for data recording and management
Safely operate 4x4 vehicles on rough, unpaved roads
Basic tool, equipment, and vehicle maintenance knowledge
Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Working Conditions
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, hiking, carrying heavy equipment, using hands, reaching, talking, hearing
Manual dexterity required for tools; stoop, kneel, climb stairs, crouch
Carry up to 50 pounds
Outdoor and indoor conditions, variable climate and weather
Regular domestic travel
Potential hazards: extreme heat or cold, rocky terrain, wetland conditions, biting insects, wildlife
Applying Please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references to ACE’s online application page. Early consideration will be given as applications are received, and the position may close at any time. Contact Project Manager Allison Finch at afinch@usaconservation.com with any questions.
EEO Statement Employment or Service with ACE is based upon ability, qualifications, attitude, and job‑related factors. Every qualified employee, member, or applicant has the same opportunity for recruitment, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, compensation, and general treatment. The organization will not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic. ACE participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I‑9 information when hired to confirm authorization to work in the U.S. Employment follows applicable local, state, and federal law.
Salary: $725 per week
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Start Date:
Early April 2026 Estimated End Date:
October 2026 Location:
Santa Fe, New Mexico
BLM employees in New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, and Kansas care for 13.5 million acres of public lands guided by the principles of multiple use and sustained yield, and a recognized need to protect and enhance the natural and human environment.
Position Overview This field-based position is 100% outdoor. Field teams will work 10‑hour days, camp for 8‑day hitches followed by 6 days off. Travel to the field sites is provided.
Field Work Duties
Successfully identify all plants to species in sampling areas
Collect vegetation data using line‑point intercept and species inventory methods
Measure shrub density, foliar cover, canopy gap, and vegetation heights
Identify and describe soil horizons
Use GPS to navigate to off‑trail sampling sites
Drive 4x4 vehicles in a backcountry setting
Use electronic data collection with a tablet and an ArcGIS geo‑database
Schedule 8‑day camping in the field followed by 6 days off.
Position Benefits Living Allowance: $725 per week (disbursed bi‑weekly). Housing assistance up to $250 per week for approved expenses. Relocation assistance up to $500. Gear assistance up to $200 for approved gear. Training: Orientation, ACE policies, and BLM Aquatic (Lotic) AIM methods.
Public Land Corps Hiring Authority: Members may be eligible for federal hiring authority after completing the term and 640 service hours. Eligibility may combine terms and includes age and citizenship requirements.
Qualifications Required
Authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship)
Professional, positive, and enthusiastic representation of ACE and partner organization
Self‑directed or effective group member
Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
21+ years of age to drive due to insurance requirements
Pass required criminal history checks
Perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation
Complete required administrative tasks (timesheets, evaluations)
Hike up to 3 miles and lift up to 50 lbs daily
Familiar with Leave No Trace, field safety, outdoor work
Flexible and willing to work irregular schedule with travel
Work alone or in a small group with minimal supervision
Preferred
Degree in natural or physical sciences or related field
Experience with plant surveys using monitoring protocols
Field identification of plants or soils using dichotomous keys; knowledge of Southwest US flora helpful
Read, interpret, and navigate GPS unit and topographic maps
Use electronic tablets for data recording and management
Safely operate 4x4 vehicles on rough, unpaved roads
Basic tool, equipment, and vehicle maintenance knowledge
Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Working Conditions
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, hiking, carrying heavy equipment, using hands, reaching, talking, hearing
Manual dexterity required for tools; stoop, kneel, climb stairs, crouch
Carry up to 50 pounds
Outdoor and indoor conditions, variable climate and weather
Regular domestic travel
Potential hazards: extreme heat or cold, rocky terrain, wetland conditions, biting insects, wildlife
Applying Please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references to ACE’s online application page. Early consideration will be given as applications are received, and the position may close at any time. Contact Project Manager Allison Finch at afinch@usaconservation.com with any questions.
EEO Statement Employment or Service with ACE is based upon ability, qualifications, attitude, and job‑related factors. Every qualified employee, member, or applicant has the same opportunity for recruitment, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, compensation, and general treatment. The organization will not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic. ACE participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I‑9 information when hired to confirm authorization to work in the U.S. Employment follows applicable local, state, and federal law.
Salary: $725 per week
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