What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Resource Manager position at Johnson County?
JOB
Under general supervision of the Conservation Director, perform skilled work in the establishment, enhancement, and care of Iowa native plants and outdoor recreation facilities of the Johnson County Conservation Board.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Use of equipment and tools for construction and maintenance of prairies, woodlands, wetlands and outdoor recreation areasRepair and maintenance of equipment, tools, buildings, and groundsUse of pesticidesPrairie, woodland and wetland managementIowa native flora and faunaBasic principles of supervisionAbility to: Operate specialized equipment and tools including tractors, mowers, chain saws, tree mover, seedling tree and shrub planter, brush/wood chipper, soil probe, dump truck, and tractor loaderUse safe methods and direct safe work operationsIdentify native plants of IowaUnderstand and follow written and verbal directionsSelect, train, motivate, and supervise staffCommunicate with the public regarding forestry, prairie and wetland managementGather information from vegetation sites for deer management and compile data into reportsUse a computer for the purposes of data entry, spreadsheets, and word processingWork in unfavorable weather conditionsEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the publicAdhere to agency policy and administrative directivesHave clarity of speech and hearing which permits effective communicationPerform manual labor (moderate to heavy) for extended periods of timeLift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 60 poundsSit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawlHandle moderate levels of stress, meet deadlines and solve problems appropriate to the positionHave sufficient vision which permits light to moderate production and review of a wide variety of materials both in electronic and hardcopy formsHave sufficient manual dexterity to make handwritten notations and which permits light to moderate use of a keyboard Have sufficient personal mobility to complete field work at various county facilities and other locations
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
To be performed satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.The following duties are normal for this position. These are not construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.Make recommendations regarding the management of woodlands, prairies, and wetlands.Identify trees for removal on timber stand improvements.Assist in planning the establishment and maintenance of native plant communities.Develop and maintain tree, shrub, and prairie plant nurseries, and assist in the purchase of native plant material and seeds.Select, train, supervise, evaluate and discipline Natural Resource Management Specialist.Perform the duties of a crew leader on assigned work projects.Repair or remove damaged plant material.Apply pesticides to control unwanted plants.Perform landscape planting projects.Identify and delineate wetland plant communities.Compile, record and report information on native plant material for management.Conduct native plant material program for the public.Present reports to policy makers and management on native plant material and wildlife.Plan, conduct, and coordinate prescribed burns.Coordinate land management efforts such as native seed collection, plantings, and brush clearing by fellow employees and/or volunteers.Identify native wildlife and assist in the restoration or enhancement of wildlife habitat.Train employees in plant identification, pesticide application, and the operation of specified equipment.Assist in minor and major construction and maintenance projects as assigned such as buildings, fences, roads, parking lots, park fixtures, soil erosion structures and tree plantations.Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, and safety practices.Resume and cover letter must be attached to online application.For questions regarding this position please contact Ines Beltre at ibeltre@johnsoncountyiowa.gov or 319-688-8076
Under general supervision of the Conservation Director, perform skilled work in the establishment, enhancement, and care of Iowa native plants and outdoor recreation facilities of the Johnson County Conservation Board.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Use of equipment and tools for construction and maintenance of prairies, woodlands, wetlands and outdoor recreation areasRepair and maintenance of equipment, tools, buildings, and groundsUse of pesticidesPrairie, woodland and wetland managementIowa native flora and faunaBasic principles of supervisionAbility to: Operate specialized equipment and tools including tractors, mowers, chain saws, tree mover, seedling tree and shrub planter, brush/wood chipper, soil probe, dump truck, and tractor loaderUse safe methods and direct safe work operationsIdentify native plants of IowaUnderstand and follow written and verbal directionsSelect, train, motivate, and supervise staffCommunicate with the public regarding forestry, prairie and wetland managementGather information from vegetation sites for deer management and compile data into reportsUse a computer for the purposes of data entry, spreadsheets, and word processingWork in unfavorable weather conditionsEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the publicAdhere to agency policy and administrative directivesHave clarity of speech and hearing which permits effective communicationPerform manual labor (moderate to heavy) for extended periods of timeLift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 60 poundsSit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawlHandle moderate levels of stress, meet deadlines and solve problems appropriate to the positionHave sufficient vision which permits light to moderate production and review of a wide variety of materials both in electronic and hardcopy formsHave sufficient manual dexterity to make handwritten notations and which permits light to moderate use of a keyboard Have sufficient personal mobility to complete field work at various county facilities and other locations
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
To be performed satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.The following duties are normal for this position. These are not construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.Make recommendations regarding the management of woodlands, prairies, and wetlands.Identify trees for removal on timber stand improvements.Assist in planning the establishment and maintenance of native plant communities.Develop and maintain tree, shrub, and prairie plant nurseries, and assist in the purchase of native plant material and seeds.Select, train, supervise, evaluate and discipline Natural Resource Management Specialist.Perform the duties of a crew leader on assigned work projects.Repair or remove damaged plant material.Apply pesticides to control unwanted plants.Perform landscape planting projects.Identify and delineate wetland plant communities.Compile, record and report information on native plant material for management.Conduct native plant material program for the public.Present reports to policy makers and management on native plant material and wildlife.Plan, conduct, and coordinate prescribed burns.Coordinate land management efforts such as native seed collection, plantings, and brush clearing by fellow employees and/or volunteers.Identify native wildlife and assist in the restoration or enhancement of wildlife habitat.Train employees in plant identification, pesticide application, and the operation of specified equipment.Assist in minor and major construction and maintenance projects as assigned such as buildings, fences, roads, parking lots, park fixtures, soil erosion structures and tree plantations.Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, and safety practices.Resume and cover letter must be attached to online application.For questions regarding this position please contact Ines Beltre at ibeltre@johnsoncountyiowa.gov or 319-688-8076
