Conservation Technician maintains the authenticity and overall appearance of art objects. Conducts analysis to determine appropriate method for cleaning and repairing objects. Being a Conservation Technician may require an associate's degree or its equivalent and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Conservation Technician relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
A Day in the Life:
As the Applied Conservation Ecologist, you’ll work with the Conservation Director and rest of the Ecology Team to implement, communicate, and design restoration ecology projects at the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. Your duties will include continuing current restoration, research, and community engagement projects at the Garden, as well as envisioning and seeking funding for new projects that complement the program. Current projects include working with Santa Barbara County communities to transform public and private spaces to native habitat, restoration trials for ecosystem services in a fire scar, prioritized watershed-level weed control, and forbland restoration for rare plant-pollinator networks. Fundraising and outreach activities are required to support the continuation of this position. This exempt position is full time and reports to the Director of Conservation and Research. This position is being offered at the principal investigator (PI) level and requires a PhD in ecology, conservation, botany, or a related field. We are looking for well-rounded candidates who can combine research with field work and community building, to restore complex food webs and ecosystem servicess and grow support for this work. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a cover letter detailing your interest in the position and relevant qualifications, and a writing sample (e.g., a peer reviewed publication, report or other product).
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More About Us
The Garden is a beautiful place to work and your work will make a direct impact on biodiversity conservation in California. While our conservation work takes place throughout the state, our habitat restoration projects are focused on the central coast, primarily within Santa Barbara County. We offer a supportive work environment, including professional development opportunities, human resources services, and collaborative opportunities. In addition to beautiful views, bugs, birds, and fantastic flora, outdoor work environments also include exposure to extreme temperature fluctuations, rain, dust, allergens, poison oak, insects, small wild animals, and sun exposure.
Disclaimer:
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, and if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Santa Barbara Botanic Garden retains the right to adjust priorities or assign other duties to this position.
Expected Timeline
An ideal candidate for this position will be available to begin work on March 1, 2024.
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