What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Areas Management Intern, Crew Lead position at Pottawattamie County?
Pottawattamie County Conservation is announcing the hiring of a Natural Areas Management, Crew Lead position!
This position will operate mid-March through November, schedule permitting.
An individual in this position is responsible for assisting the Natural Resource Specialist and/or the Natural Resource Technician with the management of interns and assigned County parks and/or properties in accordance with Conservation Board policies, state laws, and standard conservation practices.
Duties include but not limited to intern supervision, tree and brush removal using chainsaws, brush cutters, other machinery, and hand labor; invasive species control using herbicide, hand labor, and other tools; implementation of prescribed fire as part of a crew; trail maintenance and sustainability.
Work duties are generally performed out of doors and in inclement weather. Job duties require a considerable amount of physical activity, including walking, standing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, stooping and climbing.
Non-standard workweek that may include holidays, evenings and weekends. Professionalism and good public relations are essential, as is time management. Internships may qualify for college credit. Job performance evaluations will be completed.
Please attach both a resume and a cover letter to your application.
Perform road and trail maintenance duties such as storm clean-up, tree cutting, erosion control, blading and filling holes.
Supervision of NAM intern crew as assigned
Perform routine building maintenance and clean work area on a daily basis.
Assist with facilities construction and improvements.
Assist with the development and presentation of educational programs, projects, and events that promote conservation ethics, and natural resource appreciation.
Perform other functions as directed or as the situation dictates.
General knowledge and/or ability to learn the safe operation and maintenance of motor vehicles and equipment such as UTV, tractor, skid loader.
General knowledge and/or ability to learn the safe operation and maintenance of both manual and power tools and equipment used in maintenance and repair tasks.
General knowledge of routine maintenance and repair to equipment, grounds, and facilities.
General knowledge of various outdoor recreational activities, such as boating, hiking, camping, hunting, fishing and canoeing.
Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, various civic organizations, and the general public.
General knowledge of and/or ability to learn plant identification (grasses, forbs, trees, and invasive species).
General knowledge of and/or ability to learn proficiency with chainsaw operations, tree felling and safety.
Ability to work in a variety of extreme environments (inclement weather, extreme temperatures, hazardous terrain, brambles, insects, full sun, etc.).
Ability to perform strenuous physical labor for extended periods.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
The incumbent cannot have been convicted of a felony in the past 2 years.
Pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or any related field is preferred.
CPR and basic first aid certification is preferred.
Wildland firefighter (S-130/190) certified or ability to obtain
Salary : $16 - $18