Stewardship Technicians perform a wide range of duties at the Nature Center. Every day is different! The position will assist with the implementation of the ABNC Natural Resource Management Plan, and reports to the Conservation Director. 

Duties will include: 

• working outside year-round and all-weather 

• heavy lifting and a lot of walking 

• use of heavy machinery (training available; experience preferred) 

• largescale mowing and chainsawing 

• invasive species control and herbicide application 

• native plant collection and propagation 

• light record keeping and data analysis 

• professional development 

Duties may also include: 

• assisting in prescribed fire 

• seed germination and up-potting in a greenhouse 

• wildlife management 

• assist in prescribed grazing 

• help guide volunteers and/or school groups 

• animal husbandry

This duties list is not exhaustive as the Stewardship Program manages three (3) different ecosystems and all ~4,000 acres of land (and counting). The position is best suited for recent college graduates looking to gain experience in conservation, sustainability, ecosystem restoration, and ecology, but anyone is welcome to apply! 

Armand Bayou Nature Center (ABNC) is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and is committed to providing employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or national origin. The Center is also committed to providing opportunities for all its employees, technicians, volunteers, and visitors to grow and prosper. 

The Stewardship Technician position is a full-time hourly position ($15/hr & 40hrs per week) with an occasionally variable schedule, depending upon the needs of the Nature Center. 

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma is required 

• Experience operating a chainsaw, driving a tractor, and being handy with tools is highly desired, but not required. 

• Must love nature, keep a positive attitude, have an inclusive mindset, and be able to adapt to change in a variable work environment.

To apply please email your resume and cover letter to chloe@abnc.org (Posted 01/16/2025)