Wildlife/Parks Internship
Posted
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01/12/2021
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County
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Cerro Gordo
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Location
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Mason City ,Iowa
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Salary
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$11.00/hr with no benefits.
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Deadline
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02/12/2021
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Description
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD:
Approximately May to October, with the time period somewhat flexible for students. Limited to
40 hours per week Mon-Fri.
DESCRIPTION: Intern will assist both the Wildlife Area Manager and Outdoor Recreation
Area Manager with all aspects of wildlife and park management activities
directed towards county owned parks, conservation areas/facilities and wildlife
areas. Individual will split work
activities with both program areas. Work
activities will include, but are not limited to, buildings, grounds and
infrastructure up-keep and repair, turf mowing, management of desired and
volunteer woody vegetation, management of prairie and cool season vegetation, wetland
water levels and campground restroom facilities maintenance and cleaning. (Also,
routine maintenance and service for all agency equipment).
REQUIREMENTS:
The ability to effectively apply knowledge and common sense to solve
problems and/or achieve work objectives; ability to routinely stand, walk, sit,
kneel, stoop, balance, climb and operate power hand tools; ability to work outdoors
in extreme weather conditions and be exposed to dust, fumes and loud noises;
ability to occasionally lift 75lbs.; ability to follow written and oral instructions;
possess a valid driver’s license; and maintain an acceptable driving
record. Cerro Gordo County is a
pre-employment physical and drug screening employer.
TO APPLY: To be considered for employment, individual must
submit an official Cerro Gordo County Job Application Form to: Mary Ermer, Office Manager, Cerro Gordo
County Conservation Board, 3501 Lime
Creek Road, Mason City, IA 50401.
For more information and/or to request an application & job
description, call (641) 423-5309 or
email mermer@cgcounty.org. An application can be obtained by clicking here.
DEADLINE: Applications can be dropped off, mailed, faxed (641-423-1566) or emailed and must be received before 4:00 pm on Friday, February 12, 2021.
Qualifications
Either be enrolled in or have a degree in one of the following fields: natural resource management, wildlife biology, ecology, biology, forestry, agriculture, or a related field of study. Relevant experience may be considered in place of education.
To Apply
To be considered for employment, you must submit an official Cerro Gordo County Job Application which can be found on our website at: https://www.cgcounty.org/departments/conservation