Prairie Maintenance/Conservation Technicians – Friends of the Living Prairie Museum

The Winnipeg Assiniboine Rotary Club and the Friends of the Living Prairie Museum are looking to hire up to five individuals (dependent on funding) under the Urban Green Team and Canada Summer Jobs programs to help maintain rare tall-grass prairie habitat.
PROJECT LOCATION: Living Prairie Museum, 2795 Ness Avenue, Winnipeg MB.
PROJECT/JOB DESCRIPTION: The Living Prairie Museum is a 12 ha tall-grass prairie preserve with an interpretive centre. The preserve serves as a living museum and offers an opportunity to experience rare habitat in an urban area. The preserve area, native seed production site, and interpretive centre are maintained regularly. Interpretive programming and events occur on-site throughout the summer.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist with the removal of invasive plants to protect endangered habitat
• Assist in maintaining a seed production site, including plant propagation, weeding, and seed collection
• Engage in management activities that may include sheep grazing, tree removal, or habitat restoration
• Maintain walking trails
• Assist with special event promotion and delivery, and interpretive programs when required
QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must be 15-29 years of age to qualify
Enrollment in post-secondary education with specialization in Environmental Studies/Science, Biology, Ecology, Indigenous Studies, Horticulture or related field is an asset and may be required by funding
Interest and general knowledge of Winnipeg’s natural areas
Willingness to work outdoors (under adverse conditions, at times)
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Self-motivated and reliable
WAGE: $16.00 to $17.00 per hour + 4% vacation pay
ANTICIPATED TERM: 35 hrs/week. Primarily weekdays, mid to late May until late August 2026

BENEFITS TO EMPLOYEE:
Play an integral role in the preservation of a unique natural area
Gain familiarity with the tall-grass prairie ecosystem and learn native plant identification
Gain valuable work experience related to a post-secondary degree
We’re seeking a diverse team! Applicants from equity groups are encouraged to self-identify.

TO APPLY, SEND RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO:
Living Prairie Museum
2795 Ness Avenue
Wpg, MB R3J 3S4
email: prairie@winnipeg.ca
website: friendsoflivingprairie.org
DEADLINE: applications considered on an ongoing basis