What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Assistant position at Lorain County Commissioners?
Lorain County is governed by a board of three County Commissioners serving as the general administrative body for Lorain County. All Lorain County Commissioners are elected to office. The Lorain County Board of Commissioners is the budget and appropriating authority for Lorain County government and employs approximately 250 employees. Every agency (with the exception of the Motor Vehicle Gas Tax (MVGT), court, and other elected officeholder relies on the Lorain County Board of Commissioners for their budgets.
The Lorain County Stormwater Management District works outdoors in ALL weather with possible exposure to biting/ stinging plants and insects. They perform outfall screening of pipes and ditches throughout Lorain County Storm Water District’s designated MS4 areas. They properly collect water samples from pipes, rivers, streams, and other sampling locations as necessary as well as process water samples using laboratory equipment such as colorimeters, turbidity meters, beakers and other glassware. The District is also responsible for weed whipping and herbicide spraying as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
• Must be at least 18 years old with a valid Driver’s License.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and basic mathematics skills
• Detail oriented, organized, and ability to multitask
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills with ability to work as a team player and take direction.
• Ability to work outside in all weather for extended periods of time in many types of terrain.
• Ability to stand, kneel, bend, walk repeatedly for extended periods of time and lift and carry up to 40 pounds short distances.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Currently enrolled or recent graduate of a higher education program in Biology, Chemistry, Natural Resources, or Environmental Field.
• Ability to read and understand maps/satellite imagery and compass direction
• Ohio Department of Agriculture Trained Service Persons letter. (Will train if required.)
• Basic chemistry or laboratory skills.
• Identification of native and/or non-native species
• Experience with field work and safety practices.
• First Aid/CPR certification
-Hours worked per a week will depend on weather and workflow but range from 25-40 hours per a week
- Capped at 1,000 hours Season Dates: Approximately Between May 1, 2025- November 1, 2025
Lorain County is an equal opportunity employer and will make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities
