Salt Marsh Stewards Coordinator

Audubon

Oyster Bay, NY, US
$20.50 / hour; not specified; not specified ph
On-site
Salt marsh restoration and monitoring
Youth mentorship and guidance
Field work in harsh conditions
The National Audubon Society is hiring a Seasonal Salt Marsh Stewards Coordinator in Oyster Bay, NY, to lead high school students in conservation efforts and fieldwork related to salt marsh ecology. This role involves hands-on mentoring, data collection, and community outreach, supporting the New York Coastal Resilience program

Job Summary

  • The Salt Marsh Stewards Coordinator will guide high school students in hands-on conservation and environmental stewardship, including field trips to local salt marsh sites and experiential learning in coastal ecology and restoration.
  • Responsibilities include assisting with pre-restoration monitoring at salt marsh sites, surveying vegetation, assessing habitat quality, monitoring wildlife, conducting water quality sampling, and supporting community outreach.
  • This seasonal role offers an hourly compensation of $20.50 and is on-site at the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center in Oyster Bay, NY, from June 8, 2026, to August 21, 2026.

Matching Summary

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The National Audubon Society is hiring a Seasonal Salt Marsh Stewards Coordinator in Oyster Bay, NY, to lead high school students in conservation efforts and fieldwork related to salt marsh ecology. This role involves hands-on mentoring, data collection, and community outreach, supporting the New York Coastal Resilience program.

Salary

$20.50 / hour; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Salt Marsh Restoration and Monitoring
  • Youth Mentorship and Guidance
  • Field Work in Harsh Conditions
  • Water Quality Sampling
  • Habitat Quality Assessment
  • Invasive Plant Control
  • Native Plantings

Nice-to-have

  • Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion
  • Community Outreach and Engagement
  • Data Organization and Tracking
  • Safety Culture Maintenance
  • Collaborative Teamwork

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's/Associate's Degree or coursework in related field
  • Experience with field surveys of plants and wildlife
  • Experience working with teenagers
  • Comfortable working with groups and giving presentations
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Work Rights

Not specified

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