Job Tag: Conservation

The City of Fort Collins is on watch for a full-time Natural Areas Trail Ranger who will patrol and assist visitors in some of our 52 conserved habitats which include prairies, foothills, waterways, and forests. These properties are a treasure to the community. The Natural Areas Trail Ranger provides visitor and staff safety, assistance, and education, as well as enforcement of applicable municipal codes. The Natural Areas Trail Ranger coordinates internally and externally with other Departments and teams to coordinate planning, management policy, maintenance projects, and address possible trail closures. The Natural Areas Trail Ranger patrols in a variety of ways, including on foot, on bicycle, or in a marked patrol vehicle.

This position requires effective communication skills related to conflict resolution and de-escalating situations in a professional manner. Situations can engage a variety of people with diverse backgrounds which might include those with mental health-related concerns and homeless community members. Subsequently, having former law enforcement, ranger, or military experience is beneficial. Three to six months of previous related experience and/or training are required. Upon hiring, the successful candidate must complete the Fort Collins Police Academy by attending classes pertinent to Ranger skills and knowledge, and satisfactorily completing a three-month field training with a Ranger Field Training Officer. In addition, attendance at Ranger Excellence School is expected within an introductory review period.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated commitment to natural area/open space/public lands conservation and management.
Knowledge and understanding of natural resource management practices and techniques.
Ability to become knowledgeable of applicable municipal code.
Skills in public relations and communications.
Ability to operate specialized communication systems.
Ability to become knowledgeable and work effectively with Fort Collins and Larimer County law enforcement and emergency services protocols and procedures.
Prior medical training desirable (CPR, First Aid, First Responder, EMT) desired
Ability to become certified as a (medical) First Responder or similar certification.
Knowledge of Search and Rescue Techniques desired.
Knowledge of visitor impact management assessment tools
Ability to handle stressful & emergency situations.
Strong skills with computers, ipads and other technology.
Knowledge of natural ecosystems and human influences.
Ability to become knowledgeable of regional, county and state fire, health and safety and animal welfare codes pertinent to natural areas and trails.
Ability to qualify as a wildland firefighter

Under supervision of the lead staff, Manager, or their designee, assists full-time staff in the maintenance of county conservation board lands, facilities, and equipment. Performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and laborer duties within the Conservation department; performs related work as assigned.

Illustrative Examples of Work

Assists full-time staff with a variety of manual labor tasks required to maintain a county park system.
Assists in the application of chemicals; assists with prescribing fire, invasive species control, prairie seed harvest and processing, and timber stand improvement duties.
Participates in the care of trees, shrubs, and other plants. Clears brush, and removes invasive species.
Assists with minor equipment repair and maintenance.
Maintains and operates equipment such as hand tools, power tools, pick-ups, sprayers, tractors, utility vehicles, gators, mowers, and pressure washers.
Assists in the maintenance of trails.
Completes forms as necessary.
Performs related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of the techniques and methods used in tree maintenance, care and removal.
Knowledge in the care and planting of nursery stock.
Knowledge and use of hand and power tools in performing manual labor tasks.
Knowledge in the mixing and application of herbicides is preferred.
Knowledge of the principles of prescribed fire is preferred.
Knowledge of the principles of native prairie, woodland, and wetland management is preferred.
Skill in the safe use and maintenance of outdoor power equipment (mowers, trimmers, sprayers, chainsaws, brush cutters, etc.)
Ability to perform manual labor tasks in all types of weather conditions.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with other County employees and the general public using courtesy, patience, and tact.
Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods.
Ability to walk on uneven surfaces.
Ability to back equipment with a trailer attached.

Training and Experience

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Graduation from high school or equivalent, and
Experience with operation of outdoor power equipment such as chainsaws, sprayers, brush cutters, and blowers is preferred, or
Any equivalent combination of training and experience that will have provided the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Pesticide Applicator’s License per Iowa Code Section 206.6 is preferred.

NYC Parks is the steward of over 30,000 acres of land 14 percent of New York City including more than 5,000 individual properties ranging from Coney Island Beach and Central Park to community gardens and Greenstreets. We look after 600,000 street trees, and two million more in parks.

Environment and Planning division aims to protect, restore, and expand New York City Parks including green spaces and natural areas to maximize their benefits for environmental and community health and resilience. The Natural Resources Group’s mission is to protect, restore, expand, and manage New York City’s over 12,000 acres of natural spaces and green infrastructure across the five boroughs, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands.

Employees who work for 6 months or longer are eligible for healthcare benefits.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
– Under general supervision, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, provide technical and field assistance in the restoration, protection, and management of natural areas parkland across New York City.
– Coordinate and conduct ecological and ecological monitoring and data collection in one of three focus areas: 1) salt marshes, 2) streams, freshwater wetlands, and lakes, or 3) aquatic ecology, including fish and water quality.
– Conduct wetland delineations to inform restoration and protection.
– Assist in identifying opportunities for restoration and protection, including stormwater management opportunities and capital and crew-led restoration projects.
– Assist in preparing permit applications for ecological restoration and stormwater management.
– As needed, assist in community engagement including public meetings and stewardship events.
– Provide technical design review and support construction supervision for Capital projects.
– Use software, such as ArcGIS, Python, and R, to map, visualize, and analyze data.
– Collaborate with multiple stakeholders in an interdisciplinary and governmental context to achieve project goals.
– Prepare maps, technical reports, and presentations for technical and public audiences.

Duration: October 2025 to June 30, 2026
35 hours per week.

Job Summary

Under direction, is responsible for performing professional level work for the management of natural area parks, to include developing educational and informational programs. Assists in monitoring program budgets related to park facility maintenance and improvement. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location
8400 N.W. Military Hwy., 78231 (Phil Hardberger Park) OR
15890 TX-16, 78264 (Medina River Natural Area)

Work Hours
6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Shifts are subject to accommodate evening coverage, rotating weekends and holiday shift work as dictated by business needs
Essential Job Functions

Plans and organizes educational and informational programs.
Develops and administers long-range program and facility planning and develops program goals and objectives.
Acts as liaison between the City and public support groups.
Prepares reports and written correspondence.
Promotes the availability and utility of the park through public contacts, media promotion, or direct solicitation of events.
Analyzes park operations and functions and recommends improvements.
Oversees the maintenance of facilities, trails, and property within park boundaries.
Assists in developing policies and procedures necessary to manage the facility.
Supervises, trains and evaluates assigned staff.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
Three (3) years of experience, including one (1) year as a supervisor, in natural science, natural or urban park operations, or a related field.
Valid Class ‘C’ Texas Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications

Three (3) years field experience in natural resource management, wildlife management, land management, or a similar field
Three (3) years project management experience
Experience developing short and long range management plans in collaboration with staff, partners and stakeholders
Experience using work order systems.
Experience working with local, state and federal agencies
Experience working with outside contractors and vendors
Experience with desktop computers, Microsoft Office Suite, and Excel
Experience working with volunteer groups.

The Parks and Natural Resources Division comprises of over 180 employees, managing over 130 parks and centers, including diverse amenities such as athletic fields, an ATV park, gun ranges, livestock arenas, boat ramps, trails, nature parks, resource centers, an environmental center and a history center. Mosquito control is extremely important for public health, reducing the threat of disease carrying mosquitoes that are harmful to people. The Parks and Natural Resources Division offers a wide range of programs focused on recreation, environmental education, and community outreach. The overall goal is to offer a varied array of programs to enhance the quality of life, protect and enrich natural resources and respond to the needs of the changing demographics and growth of Polk County. The Parks and Natural Resources Director provides the overall leadership for the Division.

Performs highly responsible professional work involved with leading the Parks and Natural Resources Division towards achieving the goal of providing residents and visitors with diverse park facilities, recreation programing, interpretation of cultural resources and history, reducing mosquito populations for public health reasons, and providing protection of important natural resources. Assists in creating a customer-focused approach to programs. This position is integral in overseeing the financial aspects for programs expenditures and revenues and securing appropriate funding for operating budgets and important projects to be included in the Community Investment Plan. Responsible for pursuing outside funding sources. Coordinates and manages the overlap between programs to create a work environment that encourages collaboration with staff. Continuously communicates with Polk County leadership and the public on key projects to highlight project benefits.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES

Personnel Leadership

• Directly supervises at least seven (7) direct reports and oversees 180+ employees.
• Leads a team of senior level staff to support operational excellence and work towards developing staff through effective coaching, feedback and accountability.
• Manage initiatives designed to effectively hire, compensate, develop and retain quality staff as well as overseeing various personnel matters including discipline, training and development along with managing performance goals.

Strategic Planning and Oversight

• Keep up to date on trends in the varied fields relating to the Division.
• Provides direction for the organization through appropriate planning efforts, such as strategic plans, master plans and capital plans.
• Establishes work plans with short- and long-term goals along with assigned responsibilities.
• Develop guidelines and standard operating procedures to carry out the responsibilities of Parks and Natural Resources Division.
• Evaluate Division programs with changing population dynamics to determine the need to repurpose existing facilities and/or revamp programs so they are relevant and effective.
• Evaluate technology and other processes to become more effective and efficient.

Community Engagement and Public Communication

• Develop and nurture partnerships, working relationships and communication with government organizations including other County Divisions, community, and the public.
• Serve as the technical and administrative liaison for Board appointed advisory boards and other appropriate groups. Actively participates in appropriate professional organizations.
• Create avenues and opportunities for members of the community to engage in providing suggestions and feedback on a consistent basis.
• Communicate with the public on key project timelines and highlight benefits of the project.

• Works with the Communications Division to continuously provide relevant information about programming, services and upcoming projects, temporary closures and other beneficial public notices.
• Prepare and give presentations to residents, Deputy County Manager, County Manager and the Board of County Commissioners.

Operations and Emergency Management

• Serve as the lead in all actions concerning the acquisition, development, operation and maintenance of assets.
• Oversee on average over 200 projects ranging from simple to highly complex.
• Direct staff and implement processes during emergencies and disaster situations as directed by the Deputy County Manager and County Manager.
• Perform tasks as assigned.

Financial Management and Budgeting

• Responsible for financial management, including preparing operating and capital budgets along with monitoring budget expenses and presenting this information to the Deputy County Manager, County Manager and Board of County Commissioners.
• Directs staff in pursuing funding from federal, state and other sources to supplement county funding.
• Oversees grant compliance for the Division and legislative funding if secured.
• Administrative Review and Project Implementation
• Review County Agenda items as required, procurement documents and other related items to facilitate project and program implementation.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Knowledge of:

• Environmental/natural resources and historical resources
• Mosquito control programs
• Constructing and maintaining stormwater infrastructure for the benefit of lakes and streams health
• Modern principles and objectives of public parks and recreational administration
• Techniques needed to construct, maintain and operate park recreational areas/facilities
• Types of management practices and equipment utilized in maintaining active and passive parks
• Rules and regulations relating to water resource quality regulations
• Technology related to operations to provide efficiencies and/or customer satisfaction
• Financial and budgeting principles
• Fiscal management, reporting systems and budget preparation

Ability to:

• Plan, assign, schedule, review and evaluate the work of others
• Use good judgement in administrative and personnel situations
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with County officials, employees, technical professionals and the general public
• Present and interpret data
• Interpret and administer various county requirements, along with state and federal statutes
• Research, investigate, experiment, detect, inspect, verify, recognize, and recommend solutions to issues
• Maintain strong organizational skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of an accredited four (4) year college or university with a degree in Environmental Science, Soil Water and Ecosystems, Parks and Recreation Administration, Leisure Studies, Public or Business Administration or a related field. Have a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ work experience in environmental sciences, parks and recreation or related field and ten (10) years supervisory, management or administrative experience

OR

Master’s degree in a related field and a minimum of ten (10) years’ work experience in environmental sciences, parks and recreation, or related field and seven (7) years of supervisory, management or administrative experience.

AND

Five (5) years of experience with preparing and managing operating budgets and capital projects is required.

Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to secure a valid Florida Drivers’s License at time of employment.

POSITION RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to the Laurels Preserve Assistant Manager. Works with the Preserve Assistant Manager and the Natural Resources Manager on other Brandywine properties, and occasionally with other staff and consultants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Maintains trails, conducts invasive removal, tree work, and other activities to ensure that the Laurels constituents have safe access to the Preserve.
Acts as the ambassador to the Laurels Preserve while ensuring compliance with access policies and procedures.
Under the direction of the Laurels Preserve Assistant Manager, plans and coordinates property stewardship and ecological restoration projects.
Ensures that stewardship equipment, including truck and tractor, are in good working order.
Trains volunteers and leads regular volunteer workdays.
In conjunction with the Laurels Preserve Director and Assistant Manager, manages a deer hunting program at the Preserve.
Coordinates visits to the Preserve by private groups upon request and as necessary.
In conjunction with the Laurels Preserve Director and Assistant Manager, supervises outside contractors performing maintenance.
Maintains contact with Laurels Preserve neighbors and assists Laurels Preserve Director and Assistant Manager in resolving boundary disputes, fencing issues, encroachments, and agricultural issues.
Educates visitors to the Laurels Preserve about the Conservancy’s management philosophy, policies, and procedures.
Leads occasional interpretive walks at the Preserve for Conservancy members or private groups.
Works with the Natural Resources Manager to implement the Miller Farm Management Plan including general property stewardship and routine maintenance and conducts stewardship on other properties under his care.
Contributes content to Conservancy publications and social media upon request.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of two years’ professional experience in land management, trail maintenance, agriculture, or landscaping.
Bachelor’s degree in natural resource management, ecology, forestry, or related field; or compelling evidence of commensurate experience.
Ability to identify regional flora and fauna; or commitment to learn about flora and fauna, and other natural resource topics.
Experience with invasive removal and herbicide use.
Demonstrated ability to operate land management equipment in a safe and proper manner, to include, but not be limited to, truck with trailer, tractor with front-end loader, mowers, chainsaws, and weed eaters.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with co-workers, preserve visitors, and neighbors, and to handle enforcement of regulations with diplomacy and tact.
Personal initiative and the ability to prioritize and carry out tasks in the absence of direct supervision.
Ability to work equally well independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions and to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Experience and physical strength to use power and hand tools, tractors, mowers, ATVs, and chainsaws.
Availability to work a regular 37.5-hour/week Tuesday through Saturday work schedule, and occasional evenings or Sundays as needed.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook, and familiarity with handheld GPS devices.
Have and maintain a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and a safe driving record.
Passionate commitment to the environment and to the mission of the Brandywine Conservancy.

This professional horticultural position oversees the city gardens, parks, lawns, and public grounds. Work involves responsibility for performing skilled horticultural tasks and directs employees to maintain grounds and other landscapes of City-owned properties. An employee in this class uses independent judgment and discretion to advise and supervise the quantity and quality control of the department. Assignments are generally received indicating the location of work and results desired, and work is subject to review upon completion by the Parks Supervisor. The employee in this position requires creative talents to initiate and carry to completion major beautification projects for the City of Lakeland.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reviews general program results with employees, counseling on objectives and major procedures; determines or recommends revisions in work priorities and reassignments of personnel and equipment by working with the Parks Specialist and the Parks Supervisor.
Prepares project and operations budget; analyzes financial information for future construction and maintenance program needs.
Supervises the rate of expenditures within the parks beautification program; reports necessary or desirable changes in utilization of resources to meet changing work requirements or financial circumstances.
Supervises training and safety programs for employees in ground maintenance, use of equipment, chemical spraying, horticulture, and arboriculture.
Prepares and submits periodic detailed reports relating to division activities.
Plans and design parks and recreation areas and facilities include the design and preparation of plans, drawings, and sketches.
Prepares estimates, specifications, documents, and written reports concerning park development and/or improvements.
Inspects construction in progress.
Operates trucks, tractors, aerators, thatchers, mowers, and other light equipment.
Locates plant sources and compiles bid specifications.
Assigns, leads, trains, and assists Parks Division employees and volunteers assigned to grounds maintenance duties, including, but not limited to, planting, transplanting, renovating, pruning of shrubs and trees, mowing, edging, blowing, irrigation installation, and maintenance.
Ensures that needed supplies and materials are stocked.
Performs the more skilled gardening and pruning work; chooses the proper fertilizers to be used and designates schedules for applications.
Prepares and applies mixtures of fertilizers, insecticides, herbicides, and other chemical compounds used in gardening and landscaping.
Confers with the Parks Supervisor, the Parks and Recreation Director, and others in developing facilities and programs.
Provides landscape and tree mitigation consultation for commercial and subdivision plans before implementation.
Conducts Code Enforcement inspections to ensure the City Ordinances are met in dealing with commercial violations.
Oversees and supervises Ground Maintenance Supervisors in the Nursery, Landscape Crew and Hollis Gardens.
Conducts community outreach presenting to groups and schools.
Assigns Storm Team in an emergency.
Maintains and sustains the City’s Tree City USA status.
Organizes Memorial tree plantings and Arbor Day tree plantings with various groups and individuals.
Curates the city-wide International Arboretum and its various collections.
Works with ArcGIS mapping system to keep the digital arboretum maps up to date.
Compiles an arboretum collections policy for review.
Works towards increased levels of the arboretum.
Plans future collections and additions.
Serves as an expert for the arboretum.
May be required to work alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.
Position is designated as Mission Critical by Department Director.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

Prepares and submits grant applications of state and federal improvement/construction funds.
Provides and interprets landscape inspections to the public for commercial site plan review and construction. Exercises independent judgement daily to comply with the Land Development Code.
Acts as department representative on the City Beautification Board.
Supervises and coordinates the activities of consultants and/or contractors.
Speaks to interested parties as a member of the City of Lakeland speaker bureau.
Performs related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE)

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) year college with major coursework in Park Management, Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Urban Forestry, or a related field.
Three (3) years of experience in landscape construction.
Two (2) years of experience in plant production.
Two (2) years of supervisory experience.

The Dugdown Conservation Manager develops, manages, and advances strategies to protect, restore and maintain the mountain longleaf pine ecosystem and its associated habitat types within the Dugdown Corridor, which stretches from Paulding and Sheffield Wildlife Management Areas in northwest Georgia westward to the Talladega National Forest in northeast Alabama. Strategies predominantly focus on land protection, the implementation of prescribed fire, and replanting efforts. Flexible work location within 30 miles radius of our Armuchee Office in Rome, Georgia. The position is funded through June 2028.

The Dugdown Conservation Manager is primarily responsible for driving land acquisition, working directly with Georgia Department of Natural Resources staff to cooperatively manage a large network of state land holdings in Georgia, and overseeing longleaf pine ecosystem restoration efforts in the Dugdown Corridor.

LAND ACQUISITION

Assist with managing the land protection vision within the Dugdown Corridor, focusing primarily on land acquisitions and conservation easements. Collaborate with land protection team and partners on landowner outreach, deal negotiations, and ongoing land protection project support such as performing site inspections, providing site information for funding and approval requests, assisting with grant writing, and providing site access and tours to contractors, donors, and partners.

FIRE AND STEWARDSHIP

Supervise Dugdown Stewardship Technician, a seasonal fire crew, and a summer work crew. In conjunction with Georgia Department of Natural Resources staff, prepare units for prescribed burns. Serve in a leadership capacity on prescribed fires. Develop and maintain a post-fire monitoring program. Obtain and keep current an FAA certification as a drone pilot. Manage and maintain all TNC equipment, vehicles, structures, and related records and reporting. Responsible for the readiness and transport of all fire equipment. Develop and maintain cooperative management relationships with managers of other natural areas, commercial timber lands and public lands. Assist Georgia Department of Natural Resources with management of wildlife management areas within the Dugdown Corridor, primarily focusing on overstory/midstory/and understory restoration efforts. Manage TNC Dugdown Corridor land holdings for biological diversity, resiliency, and ecosystem services. Supervise contractors and others engaged in activities on Conservancy and Georgia Department of Natural Resources lands. Assist Georgia Department of Natural Resources with research related to wildlife populations on Wildlife Management Areas including, but not limited to: game bird trapping and banding, camera trap surveys, auditory bird surveys, wildlife disease surveys, and managed deer hunts.

OUTREACH AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Work with neighboring private and public landowners to encourage sustainable and ecologically compatible stewardship practices in strategically important areas. Provide technical expertise in fire management, land stewardship and forestry for planning purposes. Coordinate training for partners as well as training and recruitment of volunteer burn crew to assist staff with prescribed fires. Work with educational institutions in developing partnerships and building resource management capacity.

What You’ll Bring:

BA/BS, law or business degree and 5 years’ experience in natural resource management or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Meet NWCG qualifications for FFT2, including coursework and experience requirements. See the Conservancy’s Fire Management Manual for a full explanation of qualification requirements: https://www.tncfiremanual.org/FIrefighter.htm
Experience negotiating complex agreements.
Supervisory experience.
Experience communicating with the public and/or media both in writing and verbally.
Experience using applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Web Browsers.
Experience with principles of land acquisition.
Experience in training and curriculum design.
Relationship-building experience in working closely with various partners, i.e., media, government officials, and internal scientists.
Experience completing tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).

Desired Qualifications

Experience with ArcGIS and/or ArcPro.
Knowledge of land management conservation practice and conservation science.
Experience in restoring and maintaining the mountain longleaf pine ecosystem or willingness to learn.
Experience with Georgia and Alabama conservation agencies, organizations, and entities.
Knowledge and/or experience with timber management.
10 years-experience in natural resource management or similar field.

This position is responsible for working with the conservation team on day to day operations including, but not limited to, leading conservation and trail projects, implementing trail infrastructure construction, coordinating projects on the Burlington Greenway, 30+ miles of public trails, Burlington Area Community Gardens, and other tasks within City natural areas and open spaces. This position may also support winter recreation management in natural areas and trail surfaces.

Union Affiliation: Non-Union
Pay Grade: $19.65 – $21.50 Hourly
Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/week
Essential Job Functions

Support the conservation team with day-to-day operations
Lead a small crew of seasonal staff and volunteers on conservation and trail projects in natural areas and along the Greenway
Maintain the Greenway and natural surface trails
Maintain Greenway and trail areas through vegetation management, invasive species management, trail construction and repairs, and trail infrastructure improvements using a utility vehicle, power mower, trimmers and other maintenance equipment
Collect and remove trash from trails and other park properties
Assist in graffiti removal such as painting, power washing, and chemical removal of damage
Safely utilize power equipment and hand tools for brush clearing, vista clearing, tree and shrub maintenance, and other land management tasks.
Monitor trails and park properties for safety issues, invasive species, storm damage, repair needs, etc.
Assist in parks sign management such as fabrication, installation, repair, and design
Assist in coordinating volunteer groups as needed
Implement tool service and maintenance tasks on all equipment
Coordinate acquiring, organizing and moving appropriate tools based on tasks
Assist with project budgeting
Assist with other parks projects and activities as needed

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements

Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
Minimum 1 year experience in the fields of conservation, landscaping, land management, or other related field.
Basic knowledge of trail design, maintenance, and construction of trail infrastructure preferred
Safely operate equipment including trucks, trailers, push mowers, trimmers, blowers, power tools, and other construction and vegetation management equipment.
Effectively communicate with the public and volunteers about project details, site specifics, safety, the mission of the Parks conservation division, and create opportunities for educational programming.
Ability to work in all weather conditions
Ability to lift 50lbs
Interest in helping manage and steward Burlington’s natural areas and open spaces.
Identify and implement land management best practices, including invasive species management.
Ability to use GIS to create maps and compile data is recommended. Basic computer skills required.
Work both as part of a team and independently
Valid driver’s license with no suspensions for the past two years.
Operation of a City vehicle or personal vehicle to conduct City business without providing proof of a valid driver’s license to Human Resources will not be permitted. A valid driver’s license shall be defined as a current state of residence-issued license to operate a motor vehicle on public roadways. Position also requires the ability to be covered under the City’s vehicle insurance policy prior to operation of any City vehicles or non-City vehicles for City business