Trail and Preserve Steward

Reporting directly to an assigned Manager or Director, responsible for performing stewardship duties of trails, preserves, caves, and associated conservation entities. Plans, researches, and implements outreach and educational programs for all ages.

• Monitors numerous preserves and caves to ensure compliance with the Endangered Species Act and to maintain the County’s 10(a) permit
• Inspects and maintains trail features to ensure safety and readiness of use
• Performs risk management assessments to monitor the safety and liability risks associated with development and operation of trails
• Performs purchasing coordination, to include reconciliation/oversight of budget expenditures, management of relationships with suppliers and preparation of end-of-fiscal year reporting
• Maintains oversight of quality assurance for contractor labor and related deliverables
• Remove trash from trails and within preserves
• Ensure equipment is properly fueled and maintained
• Clears fallen limbs and foliage from preserve and trail areas
• Performs vegetation management on trails and preserves 
• Provides access to preserve areas for outside research personnel
• Controls fire ants through methods or programs approved by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service
• Performs general maintenance of cave gates, locks, fences, and other preserve features
• Install and monitor game cameras at preserves and trails
• Prepares educational signage and programs for groups of various ages and sizes
• Coordinates efforts of volunteer groups
• Provides education opportunities to the public related to "Leave no Trace" programs
• Assist with planning and executing various projects
• Plans, researches, and implements conservation plans and maintains associated reports and records for the Williamson County Conservation Foundation
• Prepares and maintains reports and records
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to – Assigned Manager or Director
• Direct Reports – No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Indoor and outdoor work in all environments, including inclement weather
• Regular travel between work sites

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
• Regular attendance is required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of related work experience
• Demonstrated land navigation skills
• Prior experience towing trailers and equipment
• Prior experience operating small tools and equipment
• Basic knowledge and operation of Microsoft Office Suite

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required within thirty (30) days of employment

Required within three (3) months of employment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Knowledge of the Endangered Species Act
• Knowledge of Williamson County’s habitat conservation plan
• Knowledge of natural and cultural resource management
• Basic First Aid and CPR training
• Leave No Trace training
• Knowledge of trail construction and repair practices

EMPLOYMENT TESTING 

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: No
• Drug screening: Yes
• Physical exam: No
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: N/A

A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) calendar days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.  
 

Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA).  If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.