Seasonal Conservation Technician

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Posted 01/06/2025
County Cerro Gordo
Location Mason City, Iowa
Salary $17.00/hour with no benefits

Description

POSITION:  A seasonal position assisting with maintenance of park and wildlife areas managed by Cerro Gordo County Conservation.

 

EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: Approximately May to September, with the time period somewhat flexible for students.  Limited to 40 hours per week.

 

DESCRIPTION:  Assists the Operations Supervisor and Natural Resource Specialists with management activities in county owned parks and wildlife areas. Work activities may include, but are not limited to, buildings, grounds, equipment and infrastructure maintenance and repair, turf mowing, management of desired and volunteer woody vegetation, management of prairie and cool season vegetation, and campground restroom facility maintenance and cleaning.  

 

QUALIFICATIONS:  Demonstrated interest and/or experience in conservation, land management, facilities maintenance, or outdoor recreation. Preference given to applicants pursuing a degree in one of the following fields: natural resource management, wildlife biology, ecology, forestry, agriculture, or a related field of study. Relevant experience may be considered in place of education.

 

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, please apply online at cerrogordo.gov/employment/

 

DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until filled with first review of applications on Friday, January 31, 2025.

 

Qualifications

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To Apply

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More Information

https://cerrogordo.gov/employment/