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1. Knowledge of ecological restoration principles and management practices.
2. Knowledge and experience with regional native and non-native plant identification, weed control techniques, and cultural requirements.
3. Knowledge and experience with tools and equipment used in land management.
4. Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the workplace especially when doing fieldwork.
5. Skills in communication, especially interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to be creative, flexible, self-motivated, quality oriented and to maintain a professional and service-oriented relationship with Preserve users and co-workers.
7. Ability to operate equipment such as walk-behind brush mowers, brush cutters, and utility vehicles with trailers.
8. Ability to exercise a strong sense of priority and time management.
9. Ability to work independently or as part of a crew.
10. Ability to read and understand maps and aerial photos for land management purposes.
11. Ability to perform heavy manual tasks including lifting, standing, bending, stooping, twisting, squatting, kneeling, and other motions for extended periods of time in a variety of weather conditions.
12. Ability to keep records and develop reports.

The Student Natural Areas Assistant position supports a variety of land management and site maintenance activities within the 300-acre University of Wisconsin-Madison Lakeshore Nature Preserve. The position operates in coordination with Preserve staff as part of a four-person student crew under the general supervision of the Field Projects Coordinator. Field work focuses largely on vegetation management, including invasive species monitoring, mapping and control (manual removal, mechanical mowing/cutting, herbicide application), planting/seeding native species, and other activities supporting long-term land management goals. The crew gains experience with a variety of common tools and techniques used in ecological restoration and supports routine maintenance of Picnic Point fire circles and public gathering spaces, as well as monitoring and care for the Preserve’s 12 miles of trails. Successful candidates will interact in a positive, professional manner with Preserve visitors, students, and academic users, and establish a productive working relationship with Preserve staff and volunteers.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Lakeshore Nature Preserve is committed to the highest standards of customer relations principles for its customers, fellow staff members, students, and visitors. Staff will serve as role models by practicing exemplary behaviors when working with customers and fellow staff members

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions for extended periods of time.

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