What are the responsibilities and job description for the (Carson City, NV) position at Eastern Nevada Landscape Coalition?
environmental conservation through projects, research, education, and partnerships throughout the arid and semi-arid West.
ENLC is hiring one (1) Invasive Plant Management Crew Lead to work in the Carson City District of the Bureau of Land
Management (BLM). This project is funded through a cooperative agreement between the Carson City District BLM and ENLC.
ENLC’s Carson City Noxious and Invasive Weed Management Program plays a pivotal role in supporting critical BLM initiatives,
including inventorying locations of noxious weeds and other invasive species, using an Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Plan approach to determine the most effective method of invasive species control, stabilization and rehabilitation of disturbed
areas, and adaptive management for controlling new invasive species. Through these efforts, this program makes a
meaningful impact on the environment, maintaining the health of our native landscapes on public lands.
The Crew Lead will be responsible for leading one technician in conducting noxious weed inventorying, monitoring, and
mechanical and chemical treatment activities. The crew will be based out of the Carson City BLM Office and will work
throughout the District. Much of the work will take place in remote locations in variable weather conditions. Some camping
may be required, but would be the exception. Successful candidates must pass the Nevada Department of Agriculture
pesticide applicator’s certification.
The Invasive Plant Management Crew Lead will encounter a variety of opportunities for professional development, including
exposure to leading and supporting a team with varied experience in invasive plant inventory and treatment methods,
overcoming day-to-day challenges of working in remote settings, and the ability to effectively support the success of a
mission-driven non-profit organization. This exciting role contributes to ENLC’s significant positive impacts within the fields of
environmental research, education, and conservation.
INVASIVE PLANT MANAGEMENT CREW LEAD DUTIES:
- Effectively lead and oversee 1 technician in performing inventorying, monitoring, and control of noxious weeds.
- Daily communication, planning, and logistics coordination with the ENLC field coordinator and technicians.
- Inventorying includes identifying invasive plants to the species level, surveying and mapping infestations with GPS receivers,
- Monitoring noxious weed populations using standardized protocols to ensure treatment effectiveness.
- Control infestations both mechanically and with herbicide applied via backpack sprayers and UTVs with boom sprayers while
- Identify Nevada plant species, especially Nevada state listed noxious weeds.
- Driving large 4x4 trucks with UTV trailer on highways and on remote two-track roads.
- Obtain Nevada Department of Agriculture applicator’s certificate.
- Ability to carry up to 40 lbs while hiking over uneven terrain.
- Safe and effective use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which will be provided.
- Operation of UTVs.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Qualified applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in biology, botany, range conservation or
a related field and have experience in overseeing field crews working with invasive plant management, biological sciences,
natural resources, botany, GIS, or rangeland management, and the ability to follow directions and safety protocols. Successful
applicants will have plant identification experience. Applicants must be experienced with 4WD vehicles and should have a
clean driving record for the past three (3) years. Preference is given to applicants with experience using GPS units and ArcGIS.
Plant identification experience with Great Basin species is a plus.
WAGE AND BENEFITS: $25.00/hour plus $40 per diem when camping. Benefits include a $200 monthly health insurance
allowance and a weekly $75 housing allowance, and eligibility to Pro Deals, such as Outdoor ProLink. The successful candidate
is responsible for their own housing while working on this project.
SCHEDULE: This full-time seasonal position runs from April into October 2025, with 40-hour work weeks.
ABOUT THE CARSON CITY, NV AREA: Carson City, Nevada’s capitol, is nestled in the Carson Mountain Range and foothills of
the Sierra Nevada. The area has a unique blend of sagebrush steppe attributes including beautiful expanses of sagebrush flats
and many other mountain ranges nearby for exploring and recreating. The rugged Sierra Nevada Mountains offer unique
camping, hiking, mountain biking, backpacking, and skiing opportunities. Carson City has a lively downtown area and hosts
cultural events throughout the summer (including the Farmers Market, Carson Valley Days, and Genoa Concerts on the Green,
just to a name a few).
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants should email a cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least three (3) references
under a single PDF file to Kelsey Danielson at kdanielson@envlc.org . Please put “Carson City Invasive Plant Management
Crew Lead” in the email subject line and state where you found the job announcement (i.e., job board, ENLC website, word of
mouth, etc.). This position is open until filled and the applicant review and interview process will begin immediately. For more
information about ENLC, visit http://www.envlc.org/ or contact Hans if you have questions.
Salary : $25 - $40
