The Nature Conservancy · 8 hours ago
Shorebird Preserve Assistant
Providence, RI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$18/hr - $21/hr
1+ years expThe Nature Conservancy is dedicated to protecting the lands and waters upon which all life depends. The Shorebird Preserve Assistant will assist in preserve operations, maintenance, and management, focusing on species monitoring and public education related to shorebird nesting sites.
Environmental ConsultingNatural ResourcesNon ProfitWaterWildlife Conservation
Responsibilities
Perform and participate in preserve operations, maintenance and management at locations in Little Compton and Tiverton, RI
Maintain preserve areas frequented by the visiting public
Perform land and wildlife management activities
Maintain preserve records using a database, PC or mobile device
Conduct species monitoring and/or remove exotic species
Assist with the onsite management of Piping Plover and Least Tern breeding areas
Maintenance of fenced nesting areas
Installation of predator deterrent structures
On-site public education and community outreach regarding The Nature Conservancy's management of plover and tern nesting sites
Oversight of beach use at Goosewing Beach Preserve
Coordination of work with preserve volunteers
Implement predator deterrent management strategies
Assist in gathering data on abundance and breeding success of beach-nesting birds
Qualification
Required
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 safely and efficiently (e.g. brush cutter, lawn mower, or similar equipment)
Experience working in a team environment
Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. First Aid & CPR)
Must have independent means of travel to and from work sites
Position may require a background check, youth safety training, and a signed commitment to youth safety
Preferred
Knowledge and field experience in natural resource management and ornithology
Ability to work independently in remote areas
Ability to coordinate field work with team members
Ability to communicate with the public in a clear and professional manner
PC and/or mobile device familiarity, including database knowledge or understanding
Experience in data collection and analysis to produce written reports
Benefits
Health care benefits
Flexible spending accounts
A 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match
Parental leave
Accrued paid time off
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Employee assistance program
Other life and work well-being benefits
Company
The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy is a non-profit conservation organization that works to protect terrestrial, freshwater, and marine ecosystems.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$120.09MKey Investors
Global Affairs CanadaBezos Earth FundNFWF
2025-11-17Grant· $7.94M
2025-10-23Grant
2025-06-09Grant
Leadership Team
Jennifer Morris
Chief Executive Officer
Matt Merrifield
CTO
Recent News
2025-12-03
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