Individual Placement- Natural Resource Management at Houston Parks and Recreation

Position Summary 

The Natural Resources Division manages natural resources under the purview of the Houston Parks and Recreation Department. Our work consists of Forest management, prairie management and restoration, riparian management and creation, plant propagation, community volunteer plantings, and other various tasks.

Hosting Organization

City of Houston Parks and Rec Dept.

Location 

Houston, TX

Schedule 

October 5, 2026 - March 19, 2027

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

Location: Houston Parks and Recreation Department
Division: Greenspace Management

GENERAL SUMMARY:
The member will assist Division staff with a variety of tasks that help manage natural resources under the Department. Work involves conservation, management, protection, preservation, and community outreach activities.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

Members will assist Natural Resources Management Program staff with tasks that help manage natural resources under the Department. Work involves conservation, management, protection, preservation, and community outreach activities. Responsibilities include:

• Conducting habitat restoration within City of Houston parks.
• Working in the HPARD greenhouse to propagate plants for habitat restoration projects.
• Conducting invasive species removal using chemical and mechanical methods.
• Participates in community outreach events.
• Maintains, calibrates, and operates technical equipment.
• Participates in online and hands-on training.
• Performs related work as assigned in a field team setting.


KNOWLEDGE & TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES:
This individual placement opportunity will provide:
• Experience in environmental quality, natural resources, and botany.
• Training in native plant propagation and habitat restoration techniques.
• Hands-on training on chemical and mechanical removal methods.
• Safety practices and techniques for habitat restoration field work and the operation of city parks.
• Skills in the operation and maintenance of environmental equipment and in using computers and applicable software.
• Experience in conducting site inspections, preparing reports, and communicating effectively.

Marginal Duties 

• Assisting in technical data collection, research, analysis, evaluations, inspections, or surveys.
• Assists in field studies and in making technical evaluations.

Required Qualifications 

No prior experience needed.  

Preferred Qualifications 

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in environmental science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related field.

Local candidates are preferred.

Hours 

40 per week

Living Accommodations 

Members are responsible for their own living accommodations.

Compensation  

$850/week living allowance

$2,000 duty-related reimbursable expenses

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. 

Personal Vehicle Information

Required

Additional Benefits 

AmeriCorps: Not Eligible

Equal Opportunity Statement 

SCA is an equal opportunity employer. Selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and performance, without unlawful discrimination.