Land Stewardship Assistant

PRINCIPIA

. Implement land stewardship activities on the Principia College campus under the direction of the Director of Land Stewardship .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeElsah • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $24 - $30 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in land stewardship activities, including resource management, invasive species control, and community outreach. Proficient in GIS mobile data collection and experienced in supervising work crews while maintaining safety and operational standards.

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Bachelor's Degree In BiologyNatural Resource ManagementGIS Mobile Data CollectionInvasive Species ManagementSupervision Of Work Crews

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Hard Skills

Fieldwork SkillsResource InventoriesPopulation AssessmentsForest ManagementDatabase MaintenanceBudgetingPower Tools OperationHeavy Equipment OperationLifting 50 PoundsAdverse Weather Conditions

Soft Skills

CommunicationTrainingSupervisionCommunity Outreach

Tools & Technologies

EEM Forestry ToolsGIS Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Relevant CertificationsLand Stewardship Certifications

Industry Keywords

Midwestern EcologyForestsPrairiesNatural Resource Work CrewsDeer Population ControlStewardship Planning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement land stewardship activities on the Principia College campus under the direction of the Director of Land Stewardship
Supervise the Land Stewardship Work Crew
Demonstrate fieldwork skills and operate EEM forestry tools and equipment, often independently
Assist with resource inventories and population assessments
Assist with forest and field management through planting, mowing, and spraying
Maintain databases containing resource information
Train and supervise student employees working for EEM and the land stewardship work crew
Assist with the annual deer population control program, including collecting information, recording harvests, and reporting poaching activity
Support community-wide outreach efforts communicating land stewardship activities
Implement invasive species management through spraying, mowing, and treatment activities
Work with the Land Stewardship Manager to manage contractors and farm operators
Assist with stewardship planning, resource use, and monitoring
Assist with annual budgeting and purchasing supplies
Assist academic programs, research projects, and professors using the land
Attend relevant training and obtain certifications in land stewardship-related skills

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Wildlife Management, or another related field
Knowledge of Midwestern ecology, including forests and prairies
Previous experience on natural resource work crews
Proficiency in GIS mobile data collection
Relevant certifications
Ability to work with power tools and heavy equipment
Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in adverse weather conditions in rough terrain
Valid driver's license
Supportive of Principia's guiding statements
Student of Christian Science preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

90% tuition discount for eligible children enrolled from Pre-K3 through College (infant and acorn programs excluded)
Relocation reimbursement of up to 12% of annual salary when moving from outside a radius of more than 50 miles
Professional development opportunities, training programs, and career growth support
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
Paid time off
403(b) retirement plan with Principia matching