What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Resource Specialist position at BREC Recreation And Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge?
Education Required:Graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university.
Area of Study (major) Required:Natural Resources, Conservation Biology, Forestry, Environmental Science, Wildlife Management, Botany or closely related field
Certification(s) Required:First Aid and CPR/AED Certification within 30 days of hire
Preferred:Sustainable Trails Certification. Nationally Recognized Sawyer Training Certified.
License(s) Required:Valid LA Driver's License
Years of Relevant Work Experience:1 year of related volunteer, internship, or work experience Combination of experience and/or education may be substituted.
Other Job Specifications:
Knowledge of South Louisiana ecosystems.
• Knowledge of care and cultivation of trees and shrubs and general gardening.
• Knowledge of sustainable trail design and maintenance.
• Knowledge of design and maintenance of green infrastructure such as rain garden, bioswales, and pollinator gardens.
• Knowledge of methods of trimming and felling trees including the necessary skills to use tools and equipment for pruning, maintenance, and removal of limbs and/or trees.
• Knowledge of GIS including data collection.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to navigate using a map, compass and/or GPS.
• Ability to use proper tools and equipment to create and maintain trails and garden beds including but not limited to chainsaws, , weed eaters, brushcutters, etc.
• Ability to learn and conduct vegetation surveys.
• Ability to follow all BREC policies, operations, and programs.
• Ability to supervise and direct volunteers and develop a positive, productive working relationship is required.
• Ability to carry out instructions and see a project from start to completion effectively is required.
• Ability to communicate problems to direct supervisor.
• Ability to operate a BREC Vehicle and off-road vehicle to perform essential functions of the job.
• Ability to adjust to changing work demands, procedures, technology and or priorities.
• Ability to work in outdoor conditions which may include a variety of terrain and weather conditions such as extreme heat, rain, cold and nuisance of insects.
• Ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with supervisor, volunteers, coworkers, employees, and general public.
• Understanding of herbicide use and application including laws licenses and safety protocols.
• Must have a positive attitude with the willingness and desire to learn new skills.
Area of Study (major) Required:Natural Resources, Conservation Biology, Forestry, Environmental Science, Wildlife Management, Botany or closely related field
Certification(s) Required:First Aid and CPR/AED Certification within 30 days of hire
Preferred:Sustainable Trails Certification. Nationally Recognized Sawyer Training Certified.
License(s) Required:Valid LA Driver's License
Years of Relevant Work Experience:1 year of related volunteer, internship, or work experience Combination of experience and/or education may be substituted.
Other Job Specifications:
Knowledge of South Louisiana ecosystems.
• Knowledge of care and cultivation of trees and shrubs and general gardening.
• Knowledge of sustainable trail design and maintenance.
• Knowledge of design and maintenance of green infrastructure such as rain garden, bioswales, and pollinator gardens.
• Knowledge of methods of trimming and felling trees including the necessary skills to use tools and equipment for pruning, maintenance, and removal of limbs and/or trees.
• Knowledge of GIS including data collection.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to navigate using a map, compass and/or GPS.
• Ability to use proper tools and equipment to create and maintain trails and garden beds including but not limited to chainsaws, , weed eaters, brushcutters, etc.
• Ability to learn and conduct vegetation surveys.
• Ability to follow all BREC policies, operations, and programs.
• Ability to supervise and direct volunteers and develop a positive, productive working relationship is required.
• Ability to carry out instructions and see a project from start to completion effectively is required.
• Ability to communicate problems to direct supervisor.
• Ability to operate a BREC Vehicle and off-road vehicle to perform essential functions of the job.
• Ability to adjust to changing work demands, procedures, technology and or priorities.
• Ability to work in outdoor conditions which may include a variety of terrain and weather conditions such as extreme heat, rain, cold and nuisance of insects.
• Ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with supervisor, volunteers, coworkers, employees, and general public.
• Understanding of herbicide use and application including laws licenses and safety protocols.
• Must have a positive attitude with the willingness and desire to learn new skills.
Essential Functions and Duties:
• Applies knowledge of sustainable trail design to assist in carrying out trail projects.
• Performs necessary field work to create new trails and maintain existing trails in the system.
• Lead projects which utilize volunteers to carry out necessary work.
• Ensures primitive hiking trails stay usable during a majority of the year in a variety of conditions and following major storms.
• Collect GIS data in the field as instructed.
• Fell and clear trees impeding trail use as needed with chainsaws and other power tools.
• Assist in the construction and installation of trail features and amenities including but not limited to bridges, boardwalks, kiosks, and signage.
• Assists in conducting vegetation surveys and data collection to assess habitat types, health, biodiversity and unique features.
• Application of herbicide as needed for invasive species control and trail safety and maintenance.
• Responsible for maintenance and care of tools and equipment under the direction of the Natural Resource Manager and Natural Resources Foreman.
Secondary Job Duties:
- Assists other Natural Resource Management staff as needed.
Salary : $17 - $27