Ag/Wildlife Technician

Salary

$24.04 Hourly

Location

Longmont, CO

Job Type

Hourly

Job Number

6238(ZZ7)

Department

Parks and Open Space

Division

AG Resources

Opening Date

02/04/2025

Closing Date

2/19/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Description

Boulder County Parks and Open Space Department is seeking to hire 4 seasonal Ag/Wildlife Technician positions. This position will assist with prairie dog management on open space lands, primarily on Agricultural crop-production properties.

This is a seasonal, hourly position. This position will work Monday - Friday from 6:00am-2:30pm. This position will work at Boulder County Parks and Open Space 5201 St. Vrain Rd. Longmont, CO. 80503.

Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

Hiring Salary Range: $24.04 hourly

Tentative Hiring Timeline

• Phone Screening: February 26th
• First Round Interviews: March 5th
• Second Round Interviews: March 12th
• Reference Check: March 17th
  
  

Examples of Duties

• Removal of prairie dogs from undesirable locations using live trapping methods and euthanized on-site with carbon monoxide machines
• Assessment of prairie dog colonies on properties; and site surveying for burrowing owl occupancy
• Some prairie dogs will be humanely dispatched for use in predator (black-footed ferret and raptor) recovery programs
• Responsible for maintenance of vehicles, trailers, PERC machines, OHVs, and ATVs per County Policy guidelines
• May assist in placement of visual barriers and other deterrents
• May assist with research projects by non-BCPOS entities
• May assist on other wildlife field work and data entry, such as breeding bird, amphibian, and remote camera surveys, fencing, and elk tracking
• Performs related work, as required
• May be reassigned during emergency situations
  
  

Required Qualifications

PLEASE NOTE: When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed. Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.

Education & Experience

Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Driver's License

• Must have a valid Colorado (or state of residency) Driver's License and a good driving record.
• Candidates selected for an interview will be required to provide a current (within seven days of the interview) motor vehicle record.
• If the issuance date of the Colorado Driver's License is within six months, candidate will also be required to provide a current motor vehicle record from the previous state of residency.
• For more information regarding a clean driving record, please clickhere.
  
  

Pre-employment Physical

• Candidates for this position will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment physical
  
  

Special Requirements

• Must be able to work long hours outdoors and able to hike long distances off-trail.
• Position sometimes has variable hours, including nighttime and potential weekend work. Must wear a uniform (supplied).
  
  

Supplemental Information

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum two years of college course work in Wildlife Biology, Resource Management, Ecology, Zoology, Biology, Agriculture, Natural Resources or related field.
• Previous fieldwork, especially with prairie dogs or other small mammals, computer skills, and knowledge of Open Space experience is desirable.
• Ability to work well with others (7-person crew).
• Ability to work alone.
• Ability to work well under occasionally stressful and outdoor conditions.
  
  

Please list any other special requirements for this position not listed above:

• Must be able to pass a physical screening consistent with the demands of the job: Frequently lifts up to 30 lbs. and carries up to 50 feet; occasionally lifts up to 30 lbs. from floor to knuckle; frequently lifts up to 20 lbs. from shoulder to overhead; occasionally pushes and pulls items weighing up to 100 lbs.; occasionally performs bi-lateral lift of 30 lbs. and carries up to 50 ft.; frequently lifts up to 35 lbs. from waist level and lowers to floor. Frequently bends at waist, squats, kneels, shovels, and rakes. Occasionally climbs ladder; must be able to stand and balance on ladder; occasionally walks over uneven terrain.
  
  

Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.?

Along with offering competitive pay and a caring work environment, Boulder County offers hourly employees the following benefits:

• peace of mind for the future with PERA pension, PERA 401k, and Social Security retirement plans;
• ways to get around town with discounts on the RTD Eco Pass;
• paid medical leave;
• the opportunity to take charge of your well-being through a nationally-recognized wellness program.
  
  

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What kinds of experiences have you had working with others with different backgrounds than your own?

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Employer Boulder County

Address 2025 14th Street

Boulder, Colorado, 80302

Phone 303-441-3525

Website http://www.bouldercounty.org