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Title: Invasive Species Manager
Organization: Muskegon Conservation District
Position Summary:
The Muskegon Conservation District (MCD) is seeking to hire 1 permanent, full-time (40 hours per week) Invasive Species Manager. This position is located at the Muskegon Conservation District office. The focus of this job is to lead and assist with programs and the creation of programs to treat invasive species in Muskegon County and surrounding counties.
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Manage awarded grants and contractual work to ensure the completion of tasks identified in grant contracts
• Track and manage project budget and finances
• Coordinating, scheduling, and securing permission from landowners for the treatment of invasive species on their properties
• Lead and assist with field work associated with projects that will be hands on, outside labor several days in a row
• Supervise and train District staff associated with specific grants and/or contractual projects
• Complete all financial and data reporting for all grants and projects
• Working with crews to ensure the proper data/documentation accuracy and maintain all data records as outlined by Michigan Law
• Ensure that the District adheres to the provisions of grant agreements and contracts while also obeying laws covering Conservation Districts.
• Maintain partner communications and updates on relevant projects and grants
• Attend WMCISMA trainings and meetings
• Assist local agencies, municipalities, organizations, and individuals with conservation programming
• Obtain funding for current and future programs through grant writing
• Keep maps updated using GIS
• Maintain District supplies and inventory
Education, Knowledge, and Experience:
• Bachelor’s Degree in natural resources / agriculture or related field
• Excellent organizational, management, public presentation, and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently, or effectively with groups and individuals (including those with different philosophies, educational backgrounds, and/or economic status)
• Ability to use a computer and have experience in Google Platforms, Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and Adobe Acrobat.
• Use of GIS, GPS, and parcel mapping databases preferred
• Appreciation for and commitment to conservation of natural resources
• Must possess a valid Michigan Pesticide Applicator license or obtain 2 weeks after hire
• Strongly preferred to have two years previous experience of identifying and treating invasive species and/or knowledge of invasive species treatment methods.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and pass a workplace drug screening test
• Knowledge of how to use and maintain power tools and heavy equipment is strongly preferred
• Field work will require lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. throughout the day
• Must have sufficient visual acuity to identify spills and other potential hazards in the workplace
• This position works around pesticides, and the employee runs the risk of such chemicals. Employees must be able to wear all required clothing and equipment.
• Position requires a valid driver’s license, and will require a workplace drug screening test.
Compensation:
Starting salary is between $20-22 per hour based on qualifications. Benefits include paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, as well as employee health insurance plans and retirement stipend plans.
Link:
https://wmconservation.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/1e8c8-mcdinvasivespeciesmanagerjobposting.pdf
To Apply: Position is open until filled. Please submit a cover letter indicating your interest and fit for the position, resume and three references by March 1, 2026 as a single PDF to Chelsey Lawton at chelsey.lawton@macd.org with the subject line “Muskegon CD Invasive Species Manager”.
Application Deadline: 2026-03-01
Title: Conservation Technician
Organization: Ottawa Conservation District
Detail: The Conservation Technician position will support the Conservation Technical Assistance Program (CTAP), Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP), and the Regenerative Agriculture Program (RAP) across Ottawa County.
Responsibilities: The Conservation Technician is responsible for delivering on-farm technical assistance in Ottawa County, MI. This includes conducting farm-specific risk assessments; coordinating local, state, and federal agency resources to help farmers reduce environmental risks; providing soil tests and developing soil health management plans; assisting farmers in achieving MAEAP verification; and promoting regenerative agriculture management goals.
Qualifications:
● A bachelor’s degree in agriculture, natural resource management, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
● A minimum of two years of experience in agriculture or natural resource fieldwork. ● Knowledge of and experience working with agricultural producers.
● Experience in collaborating on, developing, and delivering agricultural education programs to diverse audiences.
● Experience building partnerships with various stakeholders.
Compensation: $22-25/hour, based on qualifications Benefits: Health care coverage for up to $5,000 per fiscal year (as budgeted in the grant), 5% gross pay retirement stipend, paid federal holidays, paid annual and sick leave
Link: https://ottawacd.org/job-opportunities/
To Apply: Send a cover letter, resume, and three references as a single PDF to ottawacd@macd.org with the subject line “Conservation Technician.”
If you have any questions, please call Benjamin Jordan at (616) 842‐5852 x5.
Application Deadline: 2026-02-13 at 5:30 PM EST.
Title: Forest Pest Technician (seasonal)
Organization: Muskegon Conservation District
Position Summary:
Muskegon Conservation District is seeking (1) Forest Pest Technicians to assist with survey and treatment of the invasive hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA).Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
• Assist the Forest Pest Manager with HWA treatment under the USFS Landscape Scale Restoration grant and the Districts HWA treatment program.
• Duties include maintaining accurate survey and treatment data, correspondence with landowners, creating maps, and helping facilitate HWA workshops, supplies inventory and other general program organization.
• Application of herbicide/insecticide
• This job will frequently require the lifting and moving of objects weighing 50 lbs or more
• Work in conjunction with other District Staff to implement contract and grant programs
• Manage small portions of larger initiatives
• Coordinate with other District staff for special initiatives, education, and outreach
• Assist local agencies, municipalities, organizations, and individuals with conservation programming
• Ensure that the District adheres to the provisions of grant agreements and contracts while obeying laws covering Conservation Districts.
Qualifications:
• Education: Coursework or experience related to Natural Resource Management, Botany, Environmental Science, General Biology, GIS, or Ecology preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age as of April 1st, 2025.
• Must either be a Michigan Certified Pesticide Applicator or be able to become certified before May of 2026; training materials will be provided, and testing fees are on a reimbursement basis. All required Pesticide Applicator licenses must be obtained within the first 2 weeks of employment.
• Maintain a valid Michigan driver’s license or equivalent.
• One or more seasons of relevant field experience preferred
• Be able and willing to work efficiently outdoors in a variety of conditions and terrains and stand/walk for long periods
• Be able to pass an occupational drug screening.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity to identify spills and other potential hazards in the workplace
• This position works around pesticides, and the employee runs the risk of exposure to such chemicals. Employees must be able to wear all required clothing and equipment.
Compensation and Working Conditions:
This is a seasonal position with the Muskegon Conservation District located at 4735 Holton Road, Twin Lake, Michigan 49457. Salary is $17 per hour. Benefits include 40 hours of sick leave and federal holidays off. A successful applicant will work 30-40 hours per week from April 1 through September 30, although this is flexible. A typical work week consists of 4, 10-hour shifts, Tuesday-Friday with periodic voluntary paid overtime.
Link: https://wmconservation.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/6387f-mcdforestpesttechnician2026.pdf
To Apply:
Position is open until filled. Please submit a cover letter indicating your interest and fit for the position, resume and three references by March 1, 2026 as a single PDF to Chelsey Lawton at chelsey.lawton@macd.org with the subject line “Muskegon CD Forest Pest Technician”.
Application Deadline: 2026-03-01
Title: Natural Resources Technician ( 2 seasonal positions are available)
Organization: Muskegon Conservation District
Position Summary:
Muskegon Conservation District is seeking (2) seasonal Natural Resource Technicians to assist with in-fieldimplementation projects including but not limited to: wildlife habitat management, tree planting, green infrastructure and LID, native plant installations, invasive species management including Hemlock Wooly Adelgid (HWA) and riparian based stabilization and restoration.
Essential functions include:
• Complete labor-intensive field projects
• Application of herbicide/insecticide
• This job will frequently require the lifting and moving of objects weighing 50 lbs or more
• Work in conjunction with District Staff to implement contract and grant programs
• Manage small portions of larger initiatives
• Coordinate with other District staff for special initiatives, education, and outreach
• Assist local agencies, municipalities, organizations, and individuals with conservation programming
• Ensure that the District adheres to the provisions of grant agreements and contracts while obeying laws covering Conservation Districts.
Qualifications
• Education: Coursework or experience related to Natural Resource Management, Botany, Environmental
Science, General Biology, GIS, or Ecology preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age as of April 1st, 2025.
• Must either be a Michigan Certified Pesticide Applicator or be able to become certified in April 2025; training materials will be provided, and testing fees are on a reimburse basis. All required Pesticide Applicator licenses must be obtained within the first 2 weeks of employment.
• Maintain a valid Michigan driver’s license or equivalent.
• Be able and willing to work efficiently outdoors in a variety of conditions and terrains.
• Be able to pass an occupational drug screening.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity to identify spills and other potential hazards in the workplace
• This position works around pesticides, and the employee runs the risk of exposure to such chemicals. Employees must be able to wear all required clothing and equipment.
Compensation and Working Conditions:
This is a seasonal position with the Muskegon Conservation District located at 4735 Holton Road, Twin Lake, Michigan 49457. Salary is $16.50 per hour. Benefits include 40 hours of sick leave and federal holidays off. A successful applicant will work 30-40 hours per week from mid-April through September. Normal work hours are from 7:00am to 5:30pm Tuesday through Friday.
Link: https://wmconservation.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/87c4f-mcdseasonaltechnician-2026.pdf
To Apply:
Position is open until filled. Please submit a cover letter indicating your interest and fit for the position, resume and three references by March 1, 2026 as a single PDF to Chelsey Lawton at chelsey.lawton@macd.org with the subject line “Muskegon CD Natural Resource Technician”.
Application Deadline: 2026-03-01
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