Native Stewardship lead

Position:The Native Stewardship Lead supports the daily operations of Beyond Housings Forestry and Community Conservation program within the 24:1. This role helps implement native habitat projects maintain community green spaces and guide field crews working to improve the ecological health of local landscapes. The position also contributes to workforce development efforts and supports community engagement in environmental stewardship in collaboration with municipal and regional partners.

• Supervise and support Native Stewardship Technicians in daily field operations including safety onboarding and skill development.
• Lead implementation of native habitat reconstruction invasive species management and ecological maintenance across municipal and partner sites.
• Plan daily work coordinate equipment and logistics and ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently.
• Maintain bioretention basins prairie plantings woodland areas and other native landscapes.
• Mentor technicians and support workforce development through hands-on training.
• Work with municipal staff and partner organizations to implement Vacant Lot Remediation and related stewardship projects.
• Assist with community outreach volunteer events and public-facing stewardship activities.
• Support trainings on native landscape care and sustainable land management practices.
• Coordinate site preparation trash removal planting and ongoing stewardship with partners.
• Maintain field records track progress and communicate updates to supervisors.
• Represent the program professionally and assist with purchasing and basic administrative tasks as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in horticulture natural resources ecology or a related field preferred or an equivalent combination of education and field experience.
• At least two years of hands-on experience in natural resource management ecological landscaping urban forestry conservation work or a closely related field.
• Working knowledge of native and invasive plant identification and familiarity with ecological land management practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead or support field crews; prior supervisory or crew leadership experience preferred.
• Experience safely operating landscaping restoration or light forestry tools and equipment.
• Ability to operate trucks and tow trailers in urban environments; valid Missouri Class E Drivers License (or ability to obtain within 90 days) reliable transportation and an acceptable driving record required.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar digital tools for communication scheduling and documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams community members and municipal partners in a respectful and professional manner.
• Willingness and physical ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions perform manual labor and interpret field conditions to support project goals.
• Missouri Public Pesticide Applicator License preferred or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe (organizational support available).

Supervisors:

• ForestryandCommunityConservationProgramDirector & Manager

Supervises:

• Native Stewardship Technicians

Salary and Benefits:

• Full-time hourly position as determined in current Beyond Housing Employee Handbook
• $23.00-24.50 hour non-exempt

Application Instructions:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. Beyond Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ADA Statement:Beyond Housing is committed to furthering the purpose of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are always willing to consider reasonable accommodations which may allow a disabled person to perform this or any other job. TheSummary of Physical Requirementsis a list of what we believe at this point to be necessary in order to perform the essential functions of the job.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement: At Beyond Housing we are committed to promoting Diversity Equity Accessibility and Inclusion throughout our organization and culture. We strive to understand and appreciate the individuality of every employee and create a better place to work for all. We nurture a culture where everyone positively acknowledges equity through action and is aware understanding and appreciative of diversity.

Our vision is to go beyond simple tolerance and fully embrace the things that make each person unique. We recognize that our employees differences support our ability to advance equity for the communities we serve. Further we understand that equity is critical to the fulfillment of our mission to help entire communities become better places to live.