District Resource Management Assistant - District 2

District Resource Management Assistant - District 2

Job no : 5046003

Work type : Wage (Hourly)

Location : Stafford, Virginia

Categories : Trades and Operations, Applied Sciences and Natural Resources

Title : District Resource Management Assistant - District 2

State Role Title : Natural Resource Specialist II

Hiring Range : $19.00 - $23.00 per hour

Pay Band : 3

Agency : Dept Conservation & Recreation

Location : Widewater State Park

Agency Website : www.dcr.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type : General Public - G

Job Duties

THE AGENCY

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is the state's lead conservation agency and it takes a diverse agency to work for a diverse commonwealth. DCR protects what people care about - access to the outdoors, natural habitats, open spaces, clean water and safe infrastructure. We manage 43 Virginia State Parks, which has thousands of campsites, hundreds of cabins, beaches, festivals, educational programs, more than 500 miles of trails ... the list goes on.

If you're someone who wants to love what you do, and make a difference, DCR is the place for you!

THE DIVISION

The Division of Virginia State Parks fulfills its mission "to conserve the natural, scenic, historic and cultural resources of the Commonwealth and provide recreational and educational opportunities consistent with the good stewardship of these lands, waters and facilities that leaves them unimpaired for future generations" by operating a system of 43 state parks that encompass over 75,000 acres; over 1200 buildings, almost 1700 campsites; over 300 cabins; over 700 miles of trails; nearly 500 miles of shoreline; 36 lakes and ponds; 11 swimming beaches; 4 international dark sky sites, and offers over 20,000 educational programs and workshops each year.

Managed by a full time staff of 275 and a wage staff of 1000 during the prime season, Virginia's award-winning state park system boasts an incredible and diverse array of natural, cultural, historical and recreational resources; including parks in the mountains; on the ocean; on the Chesapeake Bay; on 8 major rivers; on 4 major lakes; 4 rail trails; and 3 battlefield sites, and 32 sites listed on the National Historic Registry. It is our honor and privilege to play host to more than 8 million visitors annually and to offer recreational enjoyment that positively impacts local communities and the Commonwealth overall (to the tune of an economic impact that exceeds $324 million).

THE OPPORTUNITY

District 2 is seeking applications to fill the District Resource Management Assistant position. This position will assist the District Resource Specialist with the implementation of resource management projects across District 2, which includes Sweet Run, Mason Neck, Leesylvania, Widewater, Culpeper Battlefields, Caledon, Westmoreland, and Lake Anna State Parks. This position is based out of Widewater State Park in Stafford, Virginia. This position requires working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, daily travel, and occasional overnight travel.

Duties will include assisting the District Resource Specialist with a variety of resource management activities including, but not limited to, long-term land management planning and implementation, monitoring and control of invasive species, preparing burn units and participating on prescribed burns as crew member or squad boss, managing deer hunts and other wildlife management, sustainable trail design, construction, and maintenance, boundary marking, GIS data collection and data management, and other resource management tasks as needed.

This position will also be responsible for maintaining and organizing tools, equipment, office space, and vehicles; participating in special events and / or disaster relief as needed; and assisting with training and supervising park staff or volunteers as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of resource management issues, practices, and procedures
• Proficient skills in verbal and written communication.
• Basic knowledge of Windows-based computer operation.
• Proficient data organization skills to include documenting, updating, and maintaining records; logging data; and keeping inventory of supplies on-hand and / or needed.

Additional Considerations

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and / or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Virginia Commercial Applicators License or Registered Technician Certification for use of pesticides is required; the Registered Technician license for use of pesticides will need to be obtained within 6 months of hire. DCR prescribed burn crew certification (NWCG firefighter type 2) is required; burn crew member certification will need to be obtained within 12 months of hire. DCR chainsaw sawyer apprentice certification (or equivalent) is required and must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

A valid State Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.

Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.

Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO / AA / TT

DCR is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the highest ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that our greatest strength lies in the individual differences, experiences, and skillsets that our employees bring to the table. Because of this, we strongly encourage applications from all walks of life, and we welcome all contributions in terms of age, beliefs, color, culture, disability, education, ethnicity, gender identity / expression, language, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran's status.

DCR provides the opportunity for wage employees to participate in tax deferred compensation programs, supplemental disability insurances, and supplemental retirement accounts made available through the Commonwealth's provider network at the employee's expense. As an employee of State Parks, you will also receive : Free parking or admission to all Virginia State Parks. DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service), are entitled to overnight facility discounts such as : Free camping outside of the Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day period in sites designed for up to six people. Free camping Sunday night through Thursday night (excluding the night prior to a holiday) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Fifty percent discount on cabins (up to 3 bedrooms) outside of Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, for a maximum of 14 nights. All reservations require a two-night minimum. Bunkhouses, camping cabins and yurts are included; one night yurt stays only receive a 25% discount.

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In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS / DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised : 21 Feb 2025 Eastern Standard Time

Applications close : 07 Mar 2025 Eastern Standard Time

Salary : $19 - $23