What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sioux County Conservation, Park Ranger/Maintenance Technician position at Sioux County, IA?
Description: Full-time position; Responsible for operation of equipment, facility maintenance, and law enforcement of conservation areas in Sioux County.
Work Hours: Seasonal and on demand, nonstandard work week; including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in natural resources, conservation recreation, park management, biological sciences, or a closely related subject preferred. Practical work experience in parks or a related field is a preference.
Requirements:
- Knowledgeable in conservation principles, practices, and trends
- Capable of supervising part-time employees
- Able to communicate with the public in a courteous manner
- Knowledge of, and skill and ability to operate, vehicles, tractors, power and hand tools, and other equipment in a productive and safe manner
- Basic knowledge of carpentry, electrical, and plumbing skills
- Have the ability to routinely stand, sit, kneel, stoop, balance, and climb
- Be able to be exposed to dust, fumes, noise, and be able to routinely lift heavy objects
- Able to maintain a good working relationship with other employees, and the public
- Able to perform strenuous physical labor in all weather conditions
- Able to accept and follow written and oral instructions
- Must be able to acquire an Iowa CDL, Iowa commercial pesticide application license, CPR certification, First Responder certificate, and certification as a Peace Officer through the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy.
Salary: $52,000 depending upon qualifications, certification and experience.
Benefits: Includes IPERS retirement, very affordable health insurance with a low deductible, employer-paid life insurance, dental vision, plus a uniform allowance
A 12 month probation period is mandated. Employee at will.
Application Information: Application form can be found at https://siouxcountyia.gov/. Print application and send with cover letter and resume, stating reasons for interest in this position, and a list of references with knowledge of your skills and abilities. Send to: Sioux County Conservation Board, Administration Office, 4051 Cherry Ave., Hawarden, Iowa 51023 or conservation@siouxcounty.org
Applications will be accepted until March 14, 2025 at 4:30 pm.
All applications and/or resumes will be open to public inspection unless requested in writing to be kept confidential. Sioux County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion or disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Sioux County is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Outdoor work
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evenings as needed
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $52,000
