Conservancy Lands & Forestry - Seasonal Laborer

General Description

Under the direct supervision of the Conservancy Lands Lead/City Forester, the Conservancy Lands & Forestry – Seasonal position is responsible for operations and maintenance tasks within the City of Middleton.

Job Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Essential duties are not necessarily listed in priority order.

• Completes tasks associated with seed collection, seeding, cutting and removing invasive species, and applying non-restricted herbicides.
• Maintains trails by brush mowing trails, posting trail markers and boundary signs, and assisting with prescribed burning activities
• Participates in tree maintenance activities including but not limited to planting, pruning, removing, inventory, insect & disease control as part of City Urban Forestry Program
• Completes special projects and other job duties as assigned or required.
  
  

Qualifications And Competencies

Minimum Education and Experience

The requirements listed below are necessary to perform the essential duties of the position

• Must be at least age 18.
• Must possess a valid state issued driver’s license
  
  

Other Qualifications

The qualifications listed below are preferred, but not required to perform the essential duties of the position. The absence of these qualifications on a candidate’s application does not preclude them from consideration.

• Parks and conservancy lands operations and maintenance experience is preferred.
• College-level coursework in Urban Forestry, Arboriculture, Restoration Ecology, or related field is preferred
  
  

The City of Middleton recognizes that candidates may bring a variety of backgrounds and experiences. An equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties, as determined by Human Resources, may be considered

Competencies

For successful performance in this position, the incumbent must demonstrate the following competencies.

Knowledge

• Working knowledge of basic lands restoration and forestry methods and techniques
• Working knowledge of commonly used tools and equipment
• Working Knowledge of hazardous work assessments and personal protective gear requirements (PPE).
• Working knowledge of native prairie plants, invasive weeds, and tree and shrub identification
  
  

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle to high volume of work, set priorities effectively, and adapt to shifting demands
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, complemented by strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Collaboration skills to effectively work with others, fostering teamwork, clear communication, and creative problem solving
  
  

Abilities

• Ability to perform work duties under general supervision and operate within policy guidelines using independent judgment in achieving assigned objectives.
• Ability to follow & carry out oral & written work instructions.
• Ability to understand and apply state, federal, and local laws, regulations, and ordinance to ensure compliance with all work practices
• Ability to demonstrate integrity, honesty, initiative, and respect while maintaining strict confidentiality in all aspects of work
• Ability to comply with all safety, including safely operating necessary tools and equipment, policies, practices, and procedures, and report all unsafe activities or conditions to a supervisor.
• Ability to maintain a valid, state-issued driver’s license.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City appointed and elected officials, City employees, other governmental agencies, vendors, and the general public.
• Ability to exhibit exceptional professionalism, tact, and decorum in all areas of work duties.
• Ability to be reliable, timely, and proactive in the completion of duties, meeting deadlines, and responding to inquiries.
  
  

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

A flexible, Monday – Friday, 20–40-hour work schedule, with a limit of 1,200 hours worked in a year, is required for this position.

• Work is performed primarily outdoors in all weather conditions, with possible exposure to noise, dust, fumes, and other environmental factors. Some indoor work is also necessary.
• Work will involve contact with the public, requiring effective communication and professional conduct.
• Work may involve exposure to stressful situations, deadlines, or conflict resolution.
• Work requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, and lift objects up to [20] pounds.
• Work requires extended periods of standing or walking.
• Vision and hearing are required to perform essential functions and communicate effectively.
• Work will require climbing, operating equipment, or working in confined spaces.
  
  

Documentation Submission

Please note that this application requires the submission of supporting documents. Failure to submit the required documentation will disqualify your application from consideration.

Consent to conduct a Background Check if selected as a Finalist: Please download the Authorization for Release of Information form linked below. You must complete this form and upload it with your submitted application. This form authorizes the City of Middleton to perform a local Background Screen. This screening will only be conducted for those that are selected as finalists for this position.

Click here to Download: Authorization for Release of Information

City of Middleton Veterans' Preference Program

(Applicable to Regular Full and Part Time Positions Only)

The City of Middleton honors and recognizes the sacrifice and dedication made by veterans of the United States Armed Services, and the unique skills, experiences, and abilities they bring to the workplace. The City’s Veterans' Preference Program is designed and implemented to encourage and enable the recruitment, review and potential hire of qualified veterans. This program does not guarantee the selection of any veteran or eliminate the need for such veterans to otherwise meet all basic qualifications for the position(s) for which they apply.

Please see the Veterans' Preference Program link on the Job Opportunities page menu for the details and requirements of the program.

The City of Middleton is an Equal Opportunity Employer

seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Employee Assistance Program

• Employee assistance Program to assist in the prevention, early identification, and resolution of personal issues.
• Employees may consult with the EAP at no cost.
  
  

Time Off

• Unpaid Bereavement, Jury Duty and other special purpose leaves.