What are the responsibilities and job description for the Watershed Aide (Seasonal) position at Marin Municipal Water District?
JOB
Marin Municipal Water District (MMWD) is a public utility providing drinking water to 190,000 people located in a 147 square-mile area of Marin County. In operation since 1912, MMWD is the oldest municipal water district in California.The Water District is offering an opportunity to work on the Mt. Tamalpais watershed while earning valuable work experience working with a community-oriented organization that is committed to contributing to the well-being of the environment!The current needs are: Four (4) Watershed Aides in the area of Vegetation Management. The assignment is for just under six (6) months. The work shift is Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and may include weekends, holidays and shift changes. Anticipated start dates: March & May 2025.One (1) Watershed Aide in the area of Volunteer Management & Community Outreach. The assignment is for just under six (6) months. The work shift is Tuesday through Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and may include weekends, holidays and shift changes. Anticipated start date: March 2025.Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 11:59 PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly as this recruitment may close at any time without notice.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
When assigned to Vegetation Management, typical duties may include but are not limited to the following: The assignment is about 75% fieldwork.Primary duty is navigating safely to known invasive species locations, correctly identifying the relevant plant, using a handheld electronic device to update the mapping and assessment, and manually removing the invasive.Follow up office work includes ensuring all digital records are accurate and complete.Strong candidates will have a proven track record of working safely outdoors, have some experience with plant ID and invasive removal, are capable of clear communication of questions and observations, have a strong work ethic, and courteous communication with the recreating public.Coursework or a degree in ecology or related fields is desirable, and candidates with an interest in pursuing a career in natural resources management are encouraged to apply.Watershed Aides may direct interns or volunteers and may provide oversight to contractors.Watershed Aides may also assist with other projects such as: on-going restoration projects, vegetation surveys, research data collection and entry, and rare plant mapping.When assigned to Volunteer Management & Community Outreach, typical duties may include but are not limited to the following: Organizes and co-leads volunteer habitat restoration, trail maintenance, and other community stewardship events; Builds and establishes relationships with the public by engaging with them on themes such as local ecology, forest health, beneficial fire, recreation, water conservation, and stewardship; Supports the vegetation, maintenance, and ranger teams, plus One Tam partners, in achieving community engagement goals; Serves as liaison to partner schools, environmental and community service organizations, interns and crews; May direct interns, volunteers, and students; Performs administrative tasks including maintaining multiple calendars and spreadsheets, managing communications with stakeholders, and production and distribution of volunteer outreach and education materials; Manages field collections, photos, and data flow related to the Marin Wildlife Watch; Assists staff with the maintenance and restoration of watershed lands including use of hand tools for the improvement and rehabilitation of trails, removal of exotic plant species, and biomonitoring;The assignment is about 70% field work;Drives light trucks to and from various locations throughout the watershed to conduct District business; Strong candidates will have a proven track record of working safely outdoors, experience leading small and large groups of people, are capable of clear communication of questions and observations, have a strong work ethic, and courteous communication with the recreating public.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Equal Opportunity Employer
Marin Municipal Water District (MMWD) is a public utility providing drinking water to 190,000 people located in a 147 square-mile area of Marin County. In operation since 1912, MMWD is the oldest municipal water district in California.The Water District is offering an opportunity to work on the Mt. Tamalpais watershed while earning valuable work experience working with a community-oriented organization that is committed to contributing to the well-being of the environment!The current needs are: Four (4) Watershed Aides in the area of Vegetation Management. The assignment is for just under six (6) months. The work shift is Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and may include weekends, holidays and shift changes. Anticipated start dates: March & May 2025.One (1) Watershed Aide in the area of Volunteer Management & Community Outreach. The assignment is for just under six (6) months. The work shift is Tuesday through Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and may include weekends, holidays and shift changes. Anticipated start date: March 2025.Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 11:59 PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly as this recruitment may close at any time without notice.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
When assigned to Vegetation Management, typical duties may include but are not limited to the following: The assignment is about 75% fieldwork.Primary duty is navigating safely to known invasive species locations, correctly identifying the relevant plant, using a handheld electronic device to update the mapping and assessment, and manually removing the invasive.Follow up office work includes ensuring all digital records are accurate and complete.Strong candidates will have a proven track record of working safely outdoors, have some experience with plant ID and invasive removal, are capable of clear communication of questions and observations, have a strong work ethic, and courteous communication with the recreating public.Coursework or a degree in ecology or related fields is desirable, and candidates with an interest in pursuing a career in natural resources management are encouraged to apply.Watershed Aides may direct interns or volunteers and may provide oversight to contractors.Watershed Aides may also assist with other projects such as: on-going restoration projects, vegetation surveys, research data collection and entry, and rare plant mapping.When assigned to Volunteer Management & Community Outreach, typical duties may include but are not limited to the following: Organizes and co-leads volunteer habitat restoration, trail maintenance, and other community stewardship events; Builds and establishes relationships with the public by engaging with them on themes such as local ecology, forest health, beneficial fire, recreation, water conservation, and stewardship; Supports the vegetation, maintenance, and ranger teams, plus One Tam partners, in achieving community engagement goals; Serves as liaison to partner schools, environmental and community service organizations, interns and crews; May direct interns, volunteers, and students; Performs administrative tasks including maintaining multiple calendars and spreadsheets, managing communications with stakeholders, and production and distribution of volunteer outreach and education materials; Manages field collections, photos, and data flow related to the Marin Wildlife Watch; Assists staff with the maintenance and restoration of watershed lands including use of hand tools for the improvement and rehabilitation of trails, removal of exotic plant species, and biomonitoring;The assignment is about 70% field work;Drives light trucks to and from various locations throughout the watershed to conduct District business; Strong candidates will have a proven track record of working safely outdoors, experience leading small and large groups of people, are capable of clear communication of questions and observations, have a strong work ethic, and courteous communication with the recreating public.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Equal Opportunity Employer
