Bureau of Reclamation – Lake Thunderbird State Park

Length: Term of positions is 10 weeks; full-time 40 hrs/wk

Location: Norman, OK

Living Allowance: $550 /week

AmeriCorps Award: Position is eligible for an AmeriCorps education award upon successful completion of the program. Value of education award is $1,459 (pre-tax).

Start Date: 6/03/2024

Application Due Date: Preference given to applicants that submit application by 4/30/2024

Title of Position: Naturalist

Position Details:

Stewards Individual Placements (Stewards) provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources. Participants work with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits building institutional capacity, developing community relationships, and supporting ecosystem health. Stewards in partnership with the Bureau of Reclamation are seeking an intern who will provide assistance with Conservation Education programs at the Lake Thunderbird State Park Nature Center. Additional information about Lake Thunderbird State Park can be found at https://www.travelok.com/state-parks/lake-thunderbird-state-park

Position Responsibilities will include:

· Assist with the day to day up-keep of the Lake Thunderbird State Park Nature Center

· Greet visitors at the Nature Center and provide information regarding regional natural resources, and specifically those within the park

· Design, prepare, publicize, and conduct conservation education related programs and activities

· Evaluate success of programs

· Assist with design, construction, and display of education materials and exhibits

· Maintain information kiosks

· Other duties may include: general trail maintenance; youth group wildlife tours; youth group fishing trips; wildlife habitat improvement projects such as construction and placement of bird nesting boxes, bat boxes, fisheries habitat, deer food plots; and other related tasks and programs.

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Minimum Requirements:

· Must be a US Citizen, National, or Lawful Permanent Resident

· Must be at least 18 years old by start date of position

· Must have completed at least 1 year of undergraduate education

· Must not have been convicted of a felony or be a registered Sex Offender & submit to background screenings

· Must have a dedication and interest in environmental stewardship and community service

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** Preferred Qualifications: **

· Knowledge of environmental science, natural and cultural history, native fish and wildlife, and general outdoor experience

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; to exercise initiative and work independently; and to take direction and instruction

· Knowledge of conservation education practices/activities and associated curriculums (i.e. Project WET, Project WiLD, Project Learning Tree)

Benefits:

· Position is eligible for an AmeriCorps education award upon successful completion of the program. Value of education award is $1,459 (pre-tax).

· Living Allowance: $550/week (pre-tax)

How to Apply:

Apply on-line at: https://stewardslegacy.org/open-positions . In addition to your resume , please submit a one-page cover letter highlighting why you are interested in this position and how your background and experience will help you succeed in this position.

If you have questions about this position, please contact Meyer Jay (mjay@usbr.gov) or for administrative questions, you can contact Ali Jones, ajones@conservationlegacy.org, Stewards Program Coordinator.

Stewards Individual Placements does not and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Required Skills

Required Experience

• Involvement and support throughout the proposal and preconstruction processes.
• Work closely with estimating and purchasing during the procurement/buy-out phase of the project.
• Provide constructability reviews of drawings and budget updates, as necessary.
• Review and management of project team and staffing requirements.
• Attend and run weekly owner/architect/contractor (OAC) project and subcontractor meetings; manage preparation and distribution of meeting minutes.
• Continuously coordinate with field staff (General Superintendent, Project Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, Safety Manager, etc.) on project goals, budget and schedule.
• Overall management of project financials, including cost reporting, monthly requisitions, review and approval of invoices: ensure timely completion, management of the requisition process to maintain cash flow throughout the project and address/communicate issues proactively and promptly.
• Budget forecasting.
• Change Management (including negotiation of disputes as necessary).
• Represent Consigli with Owner, Architects, Consultants, Government Authorities, Vendors and Subcontractors.
• Main point of contact for Owner communication and reporting.
• Mentor staff: manage multiple team members on large complex or multiple projects.
• Provide evaluation(s) of team members on performance and identify training needs. Conduct training and development of others.
• Provide oversight and management of project controls including RFIs, submittals and material delivery tracking with support from APM and PE.
• Oversight of Material Delivery tracking and reporting.
• Oversight of meeting agenda, the development of minutes and reporting.
• Maintain close relations with subcontractors, including early notification of submittal & material delivery schedule expectations.
• Assist the project Superintendent and other team members in the resolution of all critical issues with a focus on quality, cost, and schedule. Provide documentation as necessary.
• Monitor executed subcontracts and insurance certificates; verify contracts and insurance are in place prior to commencing work.
• Work closely with Project Scheduler to update and distribute project master schedule with input from Superintendent and project teams.
• Complete and implement project closeout checklist.
• Manage the timely close out documentation process for assembly and submission to the Design Team and Owner.
• Provide oversight and coordination of the work; manage issuance and completion of punchlist to Subcontractors; drive project to completion.
• Observations and Field Reports: work with project team to conduct field walks as necessary and compile any corresponding documentation accordingly. Review Design Team field reports and work with required parties to resolve open items and drive resolution.
• Perform regular safety walks with field and safety staff and record observations.
• Assist in preparation and present at interviews for project pursuits.
• Take lead in the development and management optimal project profit opportunities including self-perform trades.