Conservation Technician III - Waterway Management

Introduction

An important part of the DNREC Division of Watershed Stewardship’s mission is to maintain and improve Delaware’s beaches and navigable waterways. The Shoreline and Waterway Management Section oversees a range of shoreline management activities and waterway management activities throughout the state. This Section also includes Dam Safety and Floodplain Management programs. Click here for more information about Watershed Stewardship.

Summary Statement

Shoreline and Waterway Management Section performs maintenance such as dredging, macroalgae harvesting, channel marking, and removal of hazards to navigation. This requires the transport of material and equipment with trucks and trailers, operation of heavy equipment including but not limited to: skid steers, front end loaders, quad track dozers, and marine vessels. Basic mechanic, carpentry, electrical and plumbing skills required. Applicants are required to work on boats and around water for extended periods of time.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, employees can complete job duties of a similar kind not specifically listed. Performs a variety of natural resources conservation and preservation duties for assigned agency operations such as propagating, seeding, transplanting, cultivating, harvesting, and care of trees, flowers, shrubs, lawns, and crops, turf/grounds management, integrated pest management, herbicide/fertilizer application, layout and design, macroalgae harvesting, channel marking, debris management, and assessing soil composition and environmental conditions. Ensures the safe use of state owned and/or maintained grounds and facilities by the public and resolves safety concerns or other issues. Applies conservation and preservation principles and practices, as well as related laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures. Completes maintenance and repairs in a variety of labor/trades fields such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, welding, construction, and grounds maintenance. Operates marine, land-based, and construction equipment and vehicles. Provides information to the public and responds to inquiries regarding conservation and preservation efforts and related activities; assists in responding to storms or other related, agency-specific situations.� Participates in special projects and initiatives. Completes standard forms/applications and maintains records, logs, and reports. Maintains applicable tools, equipment, and supplies. Performs other related duties as required.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Conservation Technician III Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control: Field Operations: Six months experience in operating hand power tools and land-based and/or marine-based construction equipment used for grading, excavating, pumping, or dredging. Six months experience in routine maintenance of land and marine construction equipment, light trucks and vessels. Six months experience in waterway management operations such as macro-algae harvesting, navigational channel marking and/or abandon vessel/derelict structure removal. Six months experience in site construction standards and methods to support land and marine activities. Knowledge of prioritizing, assigning and reviewing the work of others. Possession of a valid CDL Class A OR B Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Additional Posting Information

The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview. This posting may be closed on or before the listed closing date upon filling the vacant position(s).

Conditions of Hire

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources. Functional Capability Evaluation: Upon a conditional offer, you must take a Functional Capability Evaluation to assess your strength and agility to meet the physical requirements of the position. All applicants must read the detailed physical requirements for this position which is located at https://statejobs.delaware.gov/explore/fce.shtml and the file is named Conservation Tech I-V - DNREC - Division of Watershed Stewardship All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements. Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov. The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

Salary : $38,519