Individual Placement - Natural Resources

Position Summary 

Assist the Fort Natural Resources Specialist in accomplishing goals set forth in the Post’s Integrated Natural Resources Plan. These goals will include conducting environmental education programs, invasive species control, assisting with plant and animal surveys, habitat management, inputting survey data, and equipment maintenance.

Hosting Organization

Fort Leavenworth

Location 

Fort Leavenworth, KS

• This position is primarily in a front country setting where emergency services are accessible, but may be delayed by 1-2 hours. SCA Members regularly interact with members of the public. Access to public transportation at work site is limited or not possible. Cell phone reception maybe limited, spotty, or not available.
• This position may conduct work in a front country setting where emergency services are accessible, but may be delayed by 1-2 hours. Access to public transportation at work site is limited or not possible. Cell phone reception is limited, spotty, or not available.

Schedule 

November 16, 2026 - June 14, 2027

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

Cutting and treating bush honeysuckle; Learning and putting data into various citizen science projects such as but not exhaustive: Journey North, Monarch Watch, eBird, Avian Knowledge Network, INaturalist, etc.; Trail maintenance to include removing downed trees with chainsaws, mowing and weed eating; Setting and checking various live traps: crayfish traps, hoop net turtle traps, Sherman Live Traps, etc.

Marginal Duties 

Maintenance of various tools; Cleaning vehicles and buildings used by SCA; Constructing various structures out of wood

Required Qualifications 

A willingness to learn; Ability to follow directions

Preferred Qualifications 

Some mechanical aptitude; Biological Sciences background; Interest in wildlife and wildlife management

Hours 

40 per week

Living Accommodations 

Member is responsible for finding own living arrangements in the area.

Compensation  

$650/Week Living Allowance; $1100 Relocation Allowance (Paid Once); Heath Insurance Option, AmeriCorps Eligible/Optional upon successful completion of position and 900 minimum service hours (Education Award valued at $3,967.50)

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. 

Personal Vehicle Information

Driving

Driving a motor vehicle for the partner agency/organization is a requirement for this position.

To be able to drive a motor vehicle for the SCA, you must:

• Be able to complete or fulfill all partner driving requirements.  

Additional Benefits 

Interpretive Skills

Off-Road Vehicle Safety

Health Insurance (Optional)

AmeriCorps: Eligible/Optional

Equal Opportunity Statement 

The SCA is an equal opportunity employer. Selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and performance, without unlawful discrimination.