TITLE:  Restoration Technician

DEPARTMENT:  Conservation Program

STATUS:  Full time hourly

Position Overview:

The Restoration Technician will work closely with the Seed Program and Nursery staff on rare plant seed banking and propagation/reintroduction contracts. Major duties will include field collections of seeds and cuttings, seed processing, plant propagation and maintenance. The primary focus of this position will be to assist in executing a restoration contract with a variety of partners. Approximately 10-20% of the time will be spent outdoors in rugged terrain. This will be an opportunity to work closely with multiple agencies (national forests, environmental consulting firms, etc.), and to develop hands on knowledge of collection and propagation of wild plants. The technician must approach all tasks with respect for natural, cultural and fiscal resources, co-workers, volunteers, partner agencies, and organizations. This is a full time seasonal position. (40 hours a week). Ability to have a flexible schedule and work at least one weekend day.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under cooperative agreements between Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden and other agencies, assists in the execution of seed collection and growing contracts.
  
•  Assists with seed processing and storage.
  
• Assists in propagation and maintenance of living plants.
  
• Assists in supervision of volunteers and interns.
  
• Assists in record keeping and data management.
  
• Assists with report writing.
  

Qualifications:

• One or more years of professional experience in related field (horticulture, nursery production, restoration, botanical field work, etc.) desired.
  
• Currently seeking or graduated with a degree in horticulture, ecological restoration, botany, or related field desired.
  
•  A working knowledge of basic taxonomic principles and characteristics of major plant families and California flora and/or willingness to learn required. 
  
•  Knowledge of basic horticulture practices and/or willingness to learn required. Willingness and ability to apply pesticides and work with other hazardous chemicals with training and supervision.
  
• Willingness and ability to work with mechanical equipment (e.g. soil auger) as needed.
  
•  Familiarity with MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) required.
  
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive a box truck or other large vehicle.
  

Physical demands:

•  Ability to conduct fieldwork under a variety of environmental conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.) is required.
  
• Ability to walk in uneven terrain through thick chaparral is required.
  
• Ability to lift 40 lbs is required.
  
• Ability to hike, walk, and stand for an extended period of time.
  

Qualified candidates please email cover letter and resume to:

Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden

Attention:  Naomi Fraga 

e-mail nfraga@rsabg.org

1500 N College Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711

Fax to (909) 626-3489