What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Resources Specialist 2 - Hydrology Technician position at Cleveland Metroparks?
The Natural Resources Specialist 2 is a mid-level, experienced field worker seasonal position that assists Natural Resources Division staff in day-to-day or project related management, i.e., maintenance and restoration, or research and monitoring of the natural resources in Cleveland Metroparks and northeastern Ohio.
- Occasional outreach activities (field trips, special events, workshops) for various audiences.
- Must have completed two years of college courses with relevant course work and / or educational experience in natural resources, natural sciences, i.e., biology, geology, hydrology, etc., forestry, wildlife management, environmental science or related fields.
- At least six months of field experience, research experience, or other directly relevant job experience.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license under the laws of the State of Ohio for all positions listed in the addendum except for Natural Resources Management Crew.
- Knowledge or coursework in wetland and stream hydrology and monitoring experience preferred
- Familiarity with any combination of the following preferred : water level recorders, BEHI, pebble counts, stream survey techniques.
- Good data entry and management skills, strong skills with Excel preferred
- GIS / GPS familiarity preferred
Work Schedule : Work weeks range up to 40 hours per week, weather dependent
Interviews will begin February. Seasonal position runs late April to August dependent on start date up to 750 hours.
Filing Deadline : Open until filled
