Invasive Species Program Assistant Coordinator

Are you interested in a position where you can make a meaningful impact towards preserving the local biodiversity and ecological resilience of Raleigh's Parks, Greenways, Nature Preserves and Open Spaces? The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department (Raleigh Parks) is seeking qualified candidates for the Invasive Species Program (ISP) Assistant Coordinator position. The ISP Assistant Coordinator will help support ISP objectives to evaluate and control invasive plant and wildlife species across the Raleigh Parks system. The ISP Assistant Coordinator position is housed within the Parks and Natural Resources Division and functions as part of the Land Stewardship Program. This position will assist in the coordination and implementation of various land management techniques and strategies related to the assessment, control, and prevention of invasive species that threaten our City's natural areas. The ISP Assistant Coordinator will also encourage the use of native species through public outreach including the development of educational awareness campaigns and through the establishment and/or continuation of partnership with cooperating agencies, NGO's and volunteer groups.

About You: 
The successful candidate will work closely with peers, partners, and volunteers to deliver on ISP policies, goals, and performance standards and may serve as a team lead for specific initiatives. The successful candidate will need to be organized, detail-oriented, a creative problem-solver, and a strong communicator who is passionate about ecological management and conservation.

About Us:
This position offers the opportunity to work for a nationally recognized organization in a growing, creative, diverse city. The Raleigh Parks system boasts approximately 10,000 acres, including 220 parks and open spaces; 120 miles of greenway trails; 4 lakes; and 4 nature preserves; We have over 425 full-time staff and employ nearly 1,800 part-time and seasonal staff annually during peak spring, summer, and fall seasons. We are home to several prominent universities and world-class cultural institutions. The City of Raleigh recently joined the Biophilic Cities Network and prioritizes equitable access to greenspaces and healthy community experiences. Our parks, centers, and cultural programming are in the DNA of our evolving city.

• Implement management strategies related to the control and prevention of invasive plant and wildlife species within the City of Raleigh Parks system using mechanical and chemical control techniques as well as integrated pest management (IPM) strategies
• Lead and/or assist PRCR staff, volunteers, and external partners in on-the-ground implementation of Departmental invasive species control efforts using a variety of tools and techniques
• Work the ISP Coordinator to provide oversight for invasive species control projects with third-party contractors to ensure that control projects complete the defined objectives follow accepted protocols/regulations
  

Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED and four years of related experience

OR 

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Licensing and Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• N.C. Pesticide/Herbicide Applicators License, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Common non-native invasive plant and wildlife species of the SE United States
• Native flora and fauna of SE United States, especially those with a federal or state listed conservation designation (i.e., Endangered, Threatened, Significantly Rare, etc.)
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and/or regulations pertaining to herbicide/pesticide purchasing, handling, storage, and applications

Salary : $15 - $24