Habitat Stewardship Intern
Posted
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01/04/2021
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County
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Woodbury
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Location
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Sioux City ,Iowa
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Salary
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$12.00/hour
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Deadline
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02/08/2021
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Description
Habitat Stewardship Intern
Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center, Woodbury County Conservation Board, Sioux City, Iowa
Description: This 12-week position will run approximately May 30 through August 14, 2021 and will offer opportunities to actively participate
in land stewardship and habitat management activities in prairie and woodland
environments.
Duties: Assist with conducting habitat
management such as invasive species removal, shrub removal, oak savanna and
prairie restoration, and prairie planting; conduct mowing, trimming and general
park management tasks; assist with weeding, mulching, tree trimming, and native
landscaping projects; assist with trail maintenance and equipment maintenance; assist
with fence construction, repair and removal; maintain working relationships
with other employees and the public; and perform related tasks as assigned.
Shift: The Habitat Stewardship Intern will work no
more than 40 hours per work week
(non-routine
including some weekends, evenings and holidays).
Required Skills: Ability to work
independently; possess a strong work ethic and a sincere interest in preserving
Iowa ecosystems; experience in safely operating and maintaining mowers, motorized
equipment such as All-Terrain Vehicles, power and hand tools is helpful;
ability to follow directions and learn new skills; general knowledge and
interest in outdoors and natural resources.
Qualifications: High School diploma or GED
equivalent. The applicant must possess a current, valid driver’s license; have
reliable transportation and the ability to get to and from different work-sites
within a 45-mile radius of Sioux City; ability to routinely lift 50-85 pounds; and be physically able to work in extreme environmentally rigorous
situations (heat, humidity, steep terrain). Candidate must pass physical and drug screening tests prior to
employment for Woodbury County.
Salary: $12.00 per hour
Deadline: Must be received by 4:30 p.m., Monday,
February 8, 2021.
To Apply:
To Apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/woodburycountyiowa Please
INCLUDE job application, resume, and
cover letter in application
Applicant for hire must successfully pass a background check, physical exam and drug screening prior to employment. Woodbury County is an EOE. In compliance with the ADA, the County will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.
Qualifications
High School diploma or GED equivalent. The applicant must possess a current, valid driver’s license; and the ability to get to and from different work-sites; ability to routinely lift 50-85 pounds and work in extreme summer conditions.
To Apply
To Apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/woodburycountyiowa
Please INCLUDE job application, resume, and cover letter in application. Deadline: February 8, 2021