Wildlife/Parks Internship
Posted
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01/04/2023
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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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$15.00/hr with no benefits.
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Deadline
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02/10/2023
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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 the Operations Supervisor and
Natural Resource Specialists with all aspects of wildlife and park management
activities directed towards county owned parks, conservation areas/facilities
and wildlife areas. Work activities will
include, but are not limited to, buildings, grounds, equipment and
infrastructure up-keep and repair, turf mowing, management of desired and
volunteer woody vegetation, management of prairie and cool season vegetation,
and campground restroom facilities maintenance and cleaning.
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, 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, or emailed and will be accepted until Friday, February
10, 2023.
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