Natural Resource Aide II (Seasonal)

NATURAL RESOURCE AIDE II (SEASONAL)

Full-time, non-exempt, non-benefitted, non-represented position

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:

Open to internal applicants only through 5PM on 3/31/2025

All applications due by 5PM on 4/7/2025

UPDATE: All applications due by 5PM on 5/2/2025

Anticipated start date: 4/14/2025

JOB DESCRIPTION:

General Statement of Duties: Performs manual and unskilled labor in the maintenance of natural areas and park grounds and paths; does job-related work as required.

Distinguishing Features of The Class: An employee in this classification performs unskilled labor and does not operate heavy equipment. Work is performed under the supervision of the Park Program Manager, although the incumbent may perform work under the lead of other Park Services staff. Supervision is not normally a responsibility of positions in this classification. 

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES PERFORMED:

(Illustrative only. Any single position of a class will not necessarily involve all of the duties listed, and many positions will involve duties that are not listed.)

• Performs general maintenance, which includes hand mowing, edging, weeding, mulching, planning and watering.
• Performs vegetation, garbage, debris and litter removal from natural areas and park grounds.
• Assists in minor maintenance and repair of park site amenities, such as graffiti removal.
• Provides patrol and survey assistance in natural areas with Natural Resource staff.
• Prepares and maintains native plantings or related work sites. Reports unsafe conditions to supervisor. 
• Assists in District wide or Parks large events including setting up and taking down portable tents, moving heavy event equipment, setting up event systems with other staff. 
• Reports citizen concerns; reports any unusual park condition or safety issues to supervisor.
• Performs other job-related duties or tasks as required. 

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge: Some knowledge of the methods, materials, and tools used in park maintenance and repair, safety practices and precautions in performing responsibilities.

Skills: The operation of hand tools and equipment used in performing duties.

Abilities: Perform heavy, repetitive, manual labor, work in adverse weather conditions; understand and follow oral and written instructions; deal courteously and tactfully with the public; establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees and the general public.

Physical Demands of the Position: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand, bend, kneel, stoop, often in conjunction with reaching for and manipulating objects. The position requires the employee carry and use a leaf blower, weed brusher or manual string trimmer for extended periods of time. The position requires mobility including the ability to move materials such as bags, small equipment, string trimmer, etc. weighing up to 20 pounds often, up to 50 pounds occasionally, and seldom up to 100 pounds with assistance. Manual dexterity and coordination, including but not limited to grasping and squeezing, are required over 75% of the work period. The duties of the position involve standing for the vast majority of the work period. The duties of this position are most always performed outside, which means exposure to heat in summer and cold in winter is likely. Exposure to noise is moderate, and at times requires the use of ear protection while using noise-producing equipment. Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to the disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation.

Personal Protective Equipment: Hard hat, landscaping gloves, ear protection (ear plugs or muffs), particle mask, safety glasses, chaps, boots, long pants (boots and long pants not provided). Nitrile gloves for the administration of first aid.

Experience and Training: Any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the above-described duties.

Necessary Special Requirements: Possession of valid Oregon Driver License; safe driving record; possession of or ability to obtain current First Aid and CPR certification. Because this job is considered safety sensitive, a drug screen test will be required prior to employment.

Additional Information:

Hours/Shift

Full time (40 hrs/wk)

8:00AM - 4:30PM 

Drug Free Workplace

This job is considered safety sensitive, a drug screen test and ability to pass a criminal background check will be required prior to employment.

Oregon Pay Equity 

Willamalane Park and Recreation District determines starting pay based on the applicant's relevant education, experience and training within the wage and salary range for the position. This process is consistent with Oregon pay equity laws. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits

• Paid vacation leave upon completion of probationary period. Vacation leave benefits will accrue based on years of service.
• Paid sick leave beginning with date of hire. Sick leave benefits will accrue at 1 hour per 30 hours worked.
• Paid holidays (District-recognized holidays plus one floating holiday per calendar year).
• Medical and dental, life, and long-term disability insurance, 1st of the month following date of hire.
• Retirement benefits after completing probationary period.
• Voluntary deferred compensation.
• Annual cost of living increase (as approved by the Board).
• 50-percent discount on selected childcare programs (see Policy Manual for restrictions).
• 25-percent discount on certain recreation programs.
• Free use of pools for lap and play swim for employee and household members.
• Free use of fitness center for employee and household members.

• Automatic payroll deduction for union membership dues.
• Free wellness classes offered by Willamalane.

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