What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Resources Technician (Seasonal) position at Washington County (MN)?
JOB
***Position will be posted until filled*** The Natural Resource Technician will help lead a team of seasonal employees working on natural resource-based projects within the 5,000-acre park system. This person must have knowledge of native plants, and natural plant communities, and experience working, and or leading a team.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 18 years of age and have the ability to read, write and follow written and oral instructions. Must have own means of reliable transportation; individuals operating a motor vehicle for county business must possess a valid driver's license. DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE: Previous work or volunteer experience related to natural resource management including but not limited to forestry, botany, controlled burns, invasive species control, tree planting or maintenance, native seed collection, prescribed grazing. Experience operating UTV, string trimmer, shovel, brush saw, sprayer Experience performing land management activities such as invasive shrub control, burning, planting trees, weeding rain gardens, growing plants; giving direction to peers; working in variable weather conditions (cold, hot, rain); preparing work schedules for staff; using ArcGIS; or iPad; developing reports and utilizing computer programs; working alone with minimal supervision; working with volunteers or speaking to the general public. SELECTION TECHNIQUE: Your training and experience will be rated based on the required application material submitted and the top-scoring candidates will be forwarded to the hiring department for further consideration.HOURS / DAYS: Monday - Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm, 40 hours/week. Work schedules (hours and days) and location are subject to change based on department needs. ANTICIPATED RATE OF PAY: $20.28 Hourly E-Verify Participation: Washington County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Washington County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Washington County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.E- Verify Participation Poster Right to work Poster
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This is a skilled position assisting the Natural Resource Coordinator with both office and fieldwork tasks. Provides assistance for and serves as crew leader to other seasonal employees.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Coordinates the work of seasonal employees; prepares schedules, provides training, assigns tasks; reviews work performed; prioritizes work and helps complete end of season employee evaluations;Schedule and complete invasive shrub removal, diseased tree removal, rain garden maintenance, planting and seeding, controlled burns, noxious weed control, erosion controlIdentify plants such as trees, shrubs, perennials; native and noxiousOperate hand and power tools in completion of natural resource work;Coordinate with other park employees, contractors, and volunteers in completing natural resource management work throughout the parks system;Perform other duties as assigned.WORK ENVIRONMENTWork is physical and performed 75% outside and 25% inside. Work outdoors maybe during undesirable weather conditions including rain, snow, and sleet as well as cold and hot days. Equipment used may include but is not limited to: hand saw, loppers, brush cutter, 4WD automatic transition vehicles, and hand tools. Duties include being able to perform the following movements on an occasional to continuous basis: walking, turning/twisting, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling, climbing, reaching, and grasping. Duties may include lifting and pulling up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance. Exposures may include but are not limited to: ticks and insects, poisonous or sharp plants, various chemical agents, fuels, blacktop/diesel/gasoline fumes, fertilizer, temperature extremes, and in rare instances, body fluids. Additional physical/mental requirements may not be listed above, but are inherent in performing the position's essential functions. This job description is intended to describe the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty being performed by people assigned to this classification. The list of responsibilities is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The County retains the discretion to add or change the contents of this job description at any time.
***Position will be posted until filled*** The Natural Resource Technician will help lead a team of seasonal employees working on natural resource-based projects within the 5,000-acre park system. This person must have knowledge of native plants, and natural plant communities, and experience working, and or leading a team.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 18 years of age and have the ability to read, write and follow written and oral instructions. Must have own means of reliable transportation; individuals operating a motor vehicle for county business must possess a valid driver's license. DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE: Previous work or volunteer experience related to natural resource management including but not limited to forestry, botany, controlled burns, invasive species control, tree planting or maintenance, native seed collection, prescribed grazing. Experience operating UTV, string trimmer, shovel, brush saw, sprayer Experience performing land management activities such as invasive shrub control, burning, planting trees, weeding rain gardens, growing plants; giving direction to peers; working in variable weather conditions (cold, hot, rain); preparing work schedules for staff; using ArcGIS; or iPad; developing reports and utilizing computer programs; working alone with minimal supervision; working with volunteers or speaking to the general public. SELECTION TECHNIQUE: Your training and experience will be rated based on the required application material submitted and the top-scoring candidates will be forwarded to the hiring department for further consideration.HOURS / DAYS: Monday - Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm, 40 hours/week. Work schedules (hours and days) and location are subject to change based on department needs. ANTICIPATED RATE OF PAY: $20.28 Hourly E-Verify Participation: Washington County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Washington County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Washington County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.E- Verify Participation Poster Right to work Poster
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This is a skilled position assisting the Natural Resource Coordinator with both office and fieldwork tasks. Provides assistance for and serves as crew leader to other seasonal employees.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Coordinates the work of seasonal employees; prepares schedules, provides training, assigns tasks; reviews work performed; prioritizes work and helps complete end of season employee evaluations;Schedule and complete invasive shrub removal, diseased tree removal, rain garden maintenance, planting and seeding, controlled burns, noxious weed control, erosion controlIdentify plants such as trees, shrubs, perennials; native and noxiousOperate hand and power tools in completion of natural resource work;Coordinate with other park employees, contractors, and volunteers in completing natural resource management work throughout the parks system;Perform other duties as assigned.WORK ENVIRONMENTWork is physical and performed 75% outside and 25% inside. Work outdoors maybe during undesirable weather conditions including rain, snow, and sleet as well as cold and hot days. Equipment used may include but is not limited to: hand saw, loppers, brush cutter, 4WD automatic transition vehicles, and hand tools. Duties include being able to perform the following movements on an occasional to continuous basis: walking, turning/twisting, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling, climbing, reaching, and grasping. Duties may include lifting and pulling up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance. Exposures may include but are not limited to: ticks and insects, poisonous or sharp plants, various chemical agents, fuels, blacktop/diesel/gasoline fumes, fertilizer, temperature extremes, and in rare instances, body fluids. Additional physical/mental requirements may not be listed above, but are inherent in performing the position's essential functions. This job description is intended to describe the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty being performed by people assigned to this classification. The list of responsibilities is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The County retains the discretion to add or change the contents of this job description at any time.
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