What are the responsibilities and job description for the Conservation Lands Restoration Attendant position at City of Missoula?
The City of Missoula Parks & Recreation Department is seeking dedicated and hardworking Conservation Lands Restoration Attendants to help maintain and restore native plant communities and wildlife habit on the City's Conservation Lands System. As an attendant, you'll play a vital role in preserving native plant communities, managing invasive species, and ensuring the health of our conservation lands.
If you're passionate about the environment, enjoy hands-on work, and thrive in an outdoor setting, this is a great opportunity to make a lasting impact on Missoula's natural landscapes. Join our team and help conserve our parks and open spaces!
Screening of applications will begin on Thursday, February 6, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established, and the position is filled.
To Apply: All applicants must submit the City of Missoula application.
Resumes will not be reviewed. All details should be entered on the application.
Employment Details:
If you're passionate about the environment, enjoy hands-on work, and thrive in an outdoor setting, this is a great opportunity to make a lasting impact on Missoula's natural landscapes. Join our team and help conserve our parks and open spaces!
Screening of applications will begin on Thursday, February 6, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established, and the position is filled.
To Apply: All applicants must submit the City of Missoula application.
Resumes will not be reviewed. All details should be entered on the application.
Employment Details:
- Maximum length of season: 90 working days (mid-May - late-October)
- Work schedule: Mon-Thurs 7:00am - 5:30pm (10 hours)
- 45% of time - Invasive species control (herbicide application, mechanical removal)
- 25% of time – Forestry work (forest restoration/woody invasive species removal)
- 15% of time – Maintenance of existing restoration sites and plant propagation facilities (native plant greenhouse, seed collection, seed mixing, etc)
- 15% of time – Recreational maintenance, including providing basic services
- Maintain restoration of native plant communities and wildlife habitats on conservation lands.
- Assist with greenhouse plant propagation, and invasive species control using chemical and mechanical methods (herbicide application, hand pulling, cutting, chipping, etc.)
- Collect native plant materials and maintain planting and restoration efforts in the greenhouse and fields.
- Perform light forestry restoration to improve forest health and control woody invasive species.
- Provide maintenance of prior restoration planting projects and sites, such as: watering, and weeding.
- Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of small equipment.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of simple construction and maintenance projects, including the use of equipment, materials, and techniques.
- Knowledge of turf, trees planting, plant propagation, and general landscaping maintenance.
- Knowledge of and ability to promote safety considerations, City safety policies, OSHA standards and guidelines, including risk management techniques to reduce exposure to injury, damage and liability.
- Skill in following oral and written instructions, while working independently with minimum supervision.
- Skill in utilizing various computer software and databases, including Microsoft 365 and social media, with the ability to learn job specific applications and equipment.
- Skill in communicating, in person and writing, with the proven ability to establish and maintain positive effective working relationships with diverse individuals.
- Skill in creating educational materials, publications, and written reports.
- Ability to lead tours and volunteer events.
- Ability to operate small power equipment, hand tools, and light equipment in a safe and effective manner.
- Ability to learn City and departmental policies, procedures, and practices.
- Ability to learn Missoula’s open space, parks, and urban forestry systems; Montana’s native plants, invasive weeds, and animals.
Working Conditions:
- Positions require the ability to lift 50 lbs. or less.
- Duties are frequently performed under conditions where noise, heat, dampness or cold are unavoidable.
- Work environment may involve occasional exposure to uneven and steep terrain, occupational hazards, biohazards, and physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
- Any combination of training and experience in construction, landscaping, facility maintenance or another relevant field.
- Must be of legal age to perform the duties of the position.
- Must have a valid Montana driver’s license with a verified acceptable driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
Salary : $18 - $18
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