Natural Resource Aide - Seasonal
Back to Job List| Posted | 04/02/2024 |
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| County | Dickinson |
| Location | Okoboji - Milford, Iowa |
| Salary | $17.00- $18.00 DOE/hour, 40 hours/week |
Description
Flexible start and end date, roughly May-November
Duties & Responsibilities
Duties include, but aren’t limited to:
· Assist with all aspects of ecological restoration and management of prairie, wetlands, and oak savanna through prescribed fire, herbicide application, tree and shrub removal, and other tasks as assigned
· Assist with park, facility, and equipment maintenance, cleaning, and repairs
· Assist with all aspects of the integrated roadside vegetation management program
· Assist with trail maintenance on hard surface and undeveloped trails
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
· Possess an interest in conserving local ecosystems
· Possess the ability to walk, stand, kneel, crouch, reach, stoop, and climb to accomplish tasks
· Possess the basic ability to operate mowers, farm equipment and highway and off-road vehicles
· Possess the basic ability to safely operate power tools, chain saws, and weed eaters
· Possess the ability to work without direct supervision
· Possess the ability to regularly lift 50 lbs.
· Possess the ability to communicate effectively with peers and the public
· Possess the ability to work in difficult weather conditions when necessary
· Possess a willingness to learn on the job
This is a seasonal position under the supervision of the Natural resource manager. Some weekend and holiday work rotation may be required.
Application: Dickinson County Conservation Board Application
Qualifications
· Must be 18 years of age or older and possess a valid driver’s license · Possess basic knowledge of Iowa ecosystems, plants, and animals
To Apply
Send a completed Dickinson County Application (found at the link provided below), by e-mail to:
bcuperus@dickinsoncountyiowa.gov
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