Glacierland RC&D Summer Intern Positions Available

For Immediate Release

Name: Jake Divine

Title: Manitowoc AIS Coordinator

Phone: (906) 284-0533

Email address: jake.divine@glacierlandrcd.org

Glacierland RC&D is seeking several invasive species management interns for a limited-term position for the summer of 2022. This position will include a diverse work experience where interns will operate on a rotating schedule of invasive species mapping and control. The primary duties of this position will be mapping and data entry for target invasive species within the Kettle Moraine State Forest Northern Unit, and conducting invasive species treatments with Stantec Consulting Services Inc. ecosystem restoration crews, including application of aquatic-approved herbicides in Manitowoc, Sheboygan, Fond du Lac and Ozaukee counties. This position is anticipated to begin in May 2022 and run through August 2022.

Application Deadline: Tuesday, March 15th, 2022, at 11:59:59 P.M.

Primary Duties will include

·    Complete Clean Boats Clean Waters training workshop.

·    Inspect watercraft and trailers for invasive species at public water access sites

·    Educate the public on how to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.

·    Distribute informational materials to boaters.

·    Conduct a verbal survey and enter data to the SWIMS online database.

·    Participate in State-wide led efforts including Drain Campaign, AIS Snapshot Day, Landing Blitz, and Project RED.

Inspectors are required to work during peak boating hours including weekends and some holidays. Compensation for this position is $15/hour. Employee will need to provide their own transportation to work sites.

Application Deadline: Thursday, March 31st, 2022, at 11:59:59 P.M.

Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume along with 3 references to

Kari Divine at office@glacierlandrcd.org

Primary Duties will include

·    Complete Clean Boats Clean Waters training workshop.

·    Inspect watercraft and trailers for invasive species at public water access sites

·    Educate the public on how to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.

·    Distribute informational materials to boaters.

·    Conduct a verbal survey and enter data to the SWIMS online database.

·    Participate in State-wide led efforts including Drain Campaign, AIS Snapshot Day, Landing Blitz, and Project RED.

Inspectors are required to work during peak boating hours including weekends and some holidays. Compensation for this position is $15/hour. Employee will need to provide their own transportation to work sites.

Application Deadline: Thursday, March 31st, 2022, at 11:59:59 P.M.

Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume along with 3 references to

Kari Divine at office@glacierlandrcd.org

Questions can be directed to Kari Divine at office@glacierlandrcd.org or 920-465-3006.

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