Program Technician II Seasonal - Plant Material Technician
About the Position: Irvine Ranch Conservancy (IRC) has an opening for a part-time or full-time seasonal Program Technician. The technician will assist the Plant Material Development team primarily on tasks related to seed storage and processing but may also include a variety of seasonal tasks including seeding, planting, seed harvesting and processing, weed control, and plant propagation. This field-based position will be located primarily at the Irvine Ranch Conservancy’s Native Seed Farm.
The Successful Candidate will have a high school diploma or GED. Two (2) years of relevant work experience and the following experience, skills, abilities, and knowledge:
About Irvine Ranch Conservancy: Irvine Ranch Conservancy restores, protects, and enhances our closest connection to nature – our local wildlands. As an innovator in the management of Southern California’s urban wildlands, IRC works in partnership with landowners, community leaders, and residents in Orange County and beyond to engage, educate, and foster a shared vision for responsible, long-term care and protection of the natural resources we all share.
About the Program: Plant Material Development is the intentional cultivation of seeds, seedlings, and container plants in support of ecological restoration efforts. IRC’s program uses wild seed collection, combined with traditional farming and nursery practices, to ensure that each restoration includes a diverse set of plant species adapted to local conditions.
How to Apply: Visit irconservancy.applicantpro.com to apply. Visit the IRC (Irvine Ranch Conservancy) website www.irconservancy.org for a full job description.
The Irvine Ranch Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin and any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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The Successful Candidate will have a high school diploma or GED. Two (2) years of relevant work experience and the following experience, skills, abilities, and knowledge:
- Experience working with seeds preferred but not required
- Familiarity of the local ecology preferred but not required
- Experience with the safe use of tools and equipment preferred but not required.
- Experience in landscape maintenance, nursery work, habitat restoration, or equivalent field preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft Office 365, particularly working in the SharePoint environment
About Irvine Ranch Conservancy: Irvine Ranch Conservancy restores, protects, and enhances our closest connection to nature – our local wildlands. As an innovator in the management of Southern California’s urban wildlands, IRC works in partnership with landowners, community leaders, and residents in Orange County and beyond to engage, educate, and foster a shared vision for responsible, long-term care and protection of the natural resources we all share.
About the Program: Plant Material Development is the intentional cultivation of seeds, seedlings, and container plants in support of ecological restoration efforts. IRC’s program uses wild seed collection, combined with traditional farming and nursery practices, to ensure that each restoration includes a diverse set of plant species adapted to local conditions.
How to Apply: Visit irconservancy.applicantpro.com to apply. Visit the IRC (Irvine Ranch Conservancy) website www.irconservancy.org for a full job description.
The Irvine Ranch Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin and any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.
For complete job description, click here.