JOB Opportunities
Currently Available Positions
Biological Technician with SAMO's Native Seed Program - SAMO Fund
SAMO Fund is seeking Biological Science Technicians to work with restoration-related projects with a focus on native seed restoration and implementation of a Native Seed Production Site. This project seeks to increase the availability of locally sourced native seed for restoration within the park and create a large seed bank for future restoration projects.
These are entry-level positions that serve as a great opportunity to gain experience in ecological restoration. Work duties occur mostly in the Santa Monica Mountains but require some overnight travel to Channel Islands and the San Diego area
Employment will consist of 40 hours of work per week, from May 2024 – April 2025 and August 2024 – July 2025. Much of the work will take place Wednesday through Saturday.
Trail GIS Field Technician - SAMO Fund
The Santa Monica Mountains Fund, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, is seeking 2 qualified members to contribute to our parks Trails Management Plan working with and alongside National Park Staff.
Start Date: 05/01/2024, End Date: 02/01/2025 (though possibly 07/01/2025)
*an 8-month minimum commitment is required *
Early consideration will be given as resumes are received. This position may close at any time. Please submit your resume, a cover letter demonstrating your interest and experience, and contact information for three professional/academic references to Danika Globokar at Danika_globokar@nps.gov, with a subject line of: Trails GIS Technician Application.
GS-0090-05 Park Guide - NPS position
This position is located in SMMNRA, for the Interpretation and Education Division. Provide services to visitors such as giving talks, interpreting natural and historic features, answering questions, and guiding tours.
Open to the first 50 applicants or until 03/06/2024 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
SAMO YOUTH CREW MEMBER - SAMO FUnd
Candidates must be currently enrolled in college or recently graduated. Get hands on experience in various park career fields from ecological restoration, trail maintenance, community engagement and more!
APPLICATION DUE DATE: Friday April 12, 2024. Email your cover letter, resume, transcripts, and three references to samoyouth.nps@gmail.com with "SY App 2024" in the subject line.
Please name your files including your LAST and FIRST name as follows:
LAST_FIRST_SY24_CoverLetter
LAST_FIRST_SY24_Resume
LAST_FIRST_SY24_Transcripts
LAST_FIRST_SY24_ThreeReferences
Park Ranger (Special Park Uses) - NPS position
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area is recruiting for two GS-5/7/9 Special Park Use positions.
Major Duties:
Provides administrative and field support to the Division of Visitor and Resource Protection.
Reports directly to the Special Park Uses Coordinator.
Provides general field support to Visitor and Resource Protection park ranger(s).
Assists with field monitoring of Special Use Permits.
Assist the special park uses coordinator in the office of special park uses.
Collects, organize, and input statistical data from automatic counters into software.
Corresponds with public about special use permits, commercial use authorizations, and leases.
This position has promotion potential up to the GS-9.
Please refer to the link below for more details and how to apply.
SAMO YOUTH ASSISTANT CREW LEADER-DRIVER - SAMO FUnd
We are currently recruiting for a SAMO Youth Crew Leader for the upcoming season. Applicants must have experience and a strong desire to mentor a diverse group of youth. This position will be responsible for the safe operation of a work truck to transport tools and supplies and/or 12 Passenger Van to transport participants to and from worksites. They will lead, mentor, co-manage, and participate in the day-to-day details of work projects. Must have a clean driving record and a current CA Driver’s License.
This position is for 6-12 months, but may be extended if work projects and funding become available. Part-Time to Full-Time, dependent on work assignments. START DATE: Mid to late February. APPLICATION DUE DATE: Friday February 2, 2024. Email your cover letter, resume, and three references to samoyouth.nps@gmail.com with "SY Crew Leader 2024" in the subject line.
Please name your files including your LAST and FIRST name as follows:
LAST_FIRST_SY24_CrewLead_CoverLetter
LAST_FIRST_SY24_CrewLead_Resume
LAST_FIRST_SY24_CrewLead_ThreeReferences
Native Plant Nursery Positions, internships, and volunteer opportunities
Native Seed Conservation Internship
This internship is aimed to allow participants to explore and learn about varying aspects of conservation and restoration with Southern California native plants. This project will hire four paid interns to support the initial stages of a Native Seed Production Site for the National Park Service. The Seed Production Site will provide Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area with large quantities of seed materials for implementing large scale restoration across the mountains.
This internship will run for two 13-week sessions from March 7, 2024, to June 1, 2024 and May 2, 2024 to July 27, 2024.
To apply, submit the following documents via email to Joseph_Algiers@nps.gov:
Letter of intent (include how the position will benefit your career, the dates you are available, and that you have a method of transportation to and from work)
Resume
Three references
Native Milkweed and Monarch Project Technician
Santa Monica Mountains Fund (SAMO Fund) is looking to hire 2 seasonal, part-time project technicians to aid with the planning, implementation and maintenance of an ambitious new native milkweed and Monarch butterfly project in and around the Santa Monica Mountains. Employment will consist of 24 hours of work a week, beginning in April or May, 2024 and going through November or December, 2024. Most or all of the work days will take place Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, with some flexibility.
Applications will be accepted from January 24th, 2024 to April 15th, 2024, or until the positions are filled. Interviews will be conducted beginning in February, on a rolling basis, until positions are filled.
To apply, please submit the following to antoniosanchez@samofund.org :
Letter of intent (include how the position will benefit your career, the dates you are available, and that you have a method of transportation to and from work)
Resume
Three references
Native Plant Program Volunteer (No stipend offered)
This volunteer internship is designed to allow participants to explore a variety of aspects within Southern California native plant restoration. Volunteer interns will gain experience working in a variety of plant communities including southern oak woodland, coastal sage scrub, grassland, riparian woodland, chaparral, and more. Volunteer interns will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of restoration duties.
Participants can commit any of 1-3 days between Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 7am-3:30pm. Volunteer internships begin on May 2, 2024 and June 27, 2024 and may last as little as 8 weeks, or continue for 18-26 weeks. Length of position can be dictated by the participant and is flexible.
How to Apply:
Submit the following documents via email to Joseph_Algiers@nps.gov:
Letter of intent (include how the position will benefit your career, the dates you are available, and that you have a method of transportation to and from work)
Resume
Three references
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until May 30, 2024.
Native Plant Horticulture Intern (San Fernando Valley Resident)
SAMO fund is looking for one part-time native plant horticulture intern from the San Fernando Valley. This unique internship will allow the participant to gain valuable hands-on native plant horticultural experience in and around the Santa Monica Mountains. The internship will consist of 2 days (16-20 hours) of work a week, beginning in April 2024 and going through September 2024. Most or all of the work days will take place Thursdays, Fridays and/ or Saturdays, with some flexibility.
Experience with California native plants is not necessary, but a strong desire to learn about native plant landscaping, horticulture, propagation and restoration techniques is preferred. Candidates must reside in the San Fernando Valley. The ideal candidate will be able to work alone or with a group of co-workers, interns and other native plant enthusiasts to accomplish multiple goals.
Applications will be accepted from January 24th, 2024 to March 15th, 2024, or until the position is filled. Interviews will be conducted beginning in February, on a rolling basis, until the position is filled.
How to Apply:
please submit the following to antoniosanchez@samofund.org :
Letter of intent (include how the position will benefit your career, the dates you are available, and that you have a method of transportation to and from work)
Resume
Three references
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until May 30, 2024.
Santa Monica Mountains Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We often post jobs for Youth under age 30 as we may be limited by restrictions from the funding source to support the project
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