NEOGOV · 2 weeks ago
Forestry Crew Lead (Parks Specialist III) - INTERNAL ONLY
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$36.60/hr - $46.39/hrNEOGOV is seeking a Forestry Crew Lead (Parks Specialist III) to join King County's Environmental Policy Initiatives Division. This role involves leading a field crew in forest stewardship and restoration projects, ensuring ecological objectives and regulatory standards are met.
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Responsibilities
Coordinate and oversee work for two to three Park Specialist IIs (PSII)
Conduct fieldwork alongside PSIIs as a working lead
Maintain good working relationships and communication with Parks Districts and other Operations teams
Plan and organize vegetation management projects
Maintain good data management, organizational, and administrative responsibilities for the forestry crew
Qualification
Required
Experience planning the workload for a labor-intensive project-based team
Experience managing staff involved in forestry restoration/stewardship, parks maintenance, construction, or similar type of work
Experience operating chainsaws, brush cutters, mowers, skid steers, or similar equipment, with a strong understanding of best practice and safety protocols
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Physical ability to work outdoor, off-trail, and in all weather conditions
Regularly use a chainsaw and other power tools
Engage in physical labor for 8-10 hours per day
Use of heavy equipment
Preferred
Pesticide applicator license
Experience in vegetation control for forestry projects
Knowledge of plant/tree identification and ecological forest stewardship concepts
Benefits
Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
Generous vacation and paid sick leave
Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness programs
Onsite activity centers
Employee Giving Program
Employee assistance programs
Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
Training and career development programs
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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