Individual Placement - Willamette Valley Project Botany Assistant

Student Conservation Association

Eugene, OR, United States

Position Summary

Individual Placement will support the Environmental Stewardship Program with daily activities related to recreation and natural resource management. The placement will primarily assist with the Fern Ridge botany program and other recreation and natural resource management activities throughout the Willamette Valley Project. The work will occur indoors and outdoors. Outdoor work will occur in the winter, in possible inclement weather.

Location

Fern Ridge Office, 26275 Clear Lake Road, Junction City, OR

Schedule

November 3, 2025 – January 30, 2026

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Duties will include planting out native species, working on seed inventory, prepping the native plant nursery for winter shutdown, and organizing botany work areas in preparation for spring fieldwork. Ancillary duties may also include working with recreation, wildlife, archaeology, and other natural resources programs to conduct field and office tasks.

Marginal Duties

Duties may also include light maintenance tasks.

Required Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age or older

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license

Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent

Must have the ability to effectively speak, read, and write in English

Must have the ability to work outdoors and lift up to 40 pounds

Must have reliable vehicle

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in vegetation management, plant nursery, and habitat restoration skills.

Hours

40 per week

Living Accommodations

Selected candidates will determine their own housing with a monthly allowance of $950 (3 disbursements)

Compensation

$375/week living allowance
$40/week commuting allowance
$950/month housing allowance
$1,000 Reimbursable duty-travel, training, and supplies (receipts required)
$650 Relocation Travel Reimbursement

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

Personal Vehicle Information

Required

Additional Benefits

Defensive Drive Training

First Aid/CPR

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.