The Invasive Species Seasonal Crew Members (2 positions) work with the Invasive Species
Seasonal Crew Lead and other ISN Staff to implement the Michigan Invasive Species Grant
Program award and Save our Great Lakes Initiative grant, which funds these positions. Primary
responsibilities include working with partner organizations to control terrestrial invasive plant
species throughout Benzie, Grand Traverse, Leelanau, and Manistee counties.
COMPENSATION
The Invasive Species Seasonal Crew Member is a seasonal position, working up to 40
hours/week for up to 16* weeks.This position is not exempt from overtime requirements with
an hourly wage of $13-15/hour, depending on experience. Seasonal positions are not eligible for
benefits except those required by law.

• Pending funding, one of the Seasonal Crew Member positions may be extended.

RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to: ISN Coordinator, ISN Habitat Management Specialist
Led by: ISN Seasonal Crew Lead
Supervises: none
Works with: ISN staff and partners, volunteers
PREFERRED START DATE
May 2, 2022
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
Formal Education or Equivalent
Seeking a degree with excellent academic performance, preferably in a natural resource
or management field
OR
High school diploma and one year (season) of experience in invasive species
management
Related Work Experience
Background in natural resource management, particularly in invasive species
management
Experience with hand tools used in landscaping
Skills
Able to work efficiently outdoors in varying conditions and terrain for extended periods
of time and in isolated locations
Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certificate or Registered Technician
o OR ability and willingness to obtain certificate (required—cost covered by ISN)
Strong organizational skills
Strong and proven team-player
Excellent social and interpersonal skills, especially with diverse clientele and work
groups
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language
Basic computer proficiency (Windows)
Proficient knowledge of ArcGIS and GPS units preferred
Strong knowledge of plant identification and regional invasive species preferred
Other
Able to work flexible hours
Must maintain a valid driver’s license and possess a (registered, insured) vehicle for use
during work hours (approved mileage will be reimbursed)
WORKING CONDITIONS
The Grand Traverse Conservation District’s office is located in the Boardman River Nature
Center in Traverse City, MI. Crew Members will frequently be in the field surveying and
managing invasive plants throughout Benzie, Grand Traverse, Leelanau, and Manistee counties.
Field work may involve traversing uneven, boggy, and submerged terrain in wide
ranges of temperatures and conditions, in areas with insect pests, and may require lifting
and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Must have a willingness to travel within a
four-county service area for multiple days (housing expenses would be reimbursed if overnight
stays are authorized). Must have a willingness to mechanically control invasive plants as well as
become certified and work with chemical herbicides. While field equipment will be supplied,
the successful applicants must have consistent access to appropriate attire for field work (boots,
long pants, long sleeves).
TO APPLY
Please email:
1. completed application (found on the ISN website www.HabitatMatters.org/employment)
2. resume (no more than 2 pages)
3. cover letter (1 page)
to the Invasive Species Network Coordinator,Audrey Menninga, at amenninga@gtcd.org. No
calls please.
Applications must be received no later than
8am EST,Tuesday, March 29, 2022.
This project is funded in part by the Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program through the Quality of Life