State of Maryland · 1 day ago
Seasonal Hourly Shift - Natural Resources Technician Deep Creek Lake NRMA
Maryland, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$19.36/hr - $19.36/hr
1+ years expThe State of Maryland is seeking a Natural Resources Technician to assist Natural Resources Planners in managing natural resources. The role involves collecting water quality data, operating equipment for habitat creation, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Identify and collect basic water quality data, such as temperature, pH level, flow, depth and width measurements and habitat data, such as forest type, age or class distribution
Operate various types of equipment to create habitat for a variety of aquatic and terrestrial species
Work with permit holders to identify and mark hazard trees for removal
Access public and private properties, when authorized, to inspect sites for compliance and identify violations of applicable laws, regulations, or permit conditions
Operate or ride in motorized and non-motorized watercraft, including boats and kayaks, and work safely and effectively in and around aquatic environments
Maintain and repair equipment, nest boxes and facilities
Assist higher level professional staff in developing natural resource management plans
Assist in conducting inventories of game and fish populations
Assist higher level staff in providing assistance to landowners in regard to wildlife habitat improvement, nuisance wildlife management and best management practices
Assist with presentations to various public or private civic and recreational groups
May maintain records on work activities and prepare basic reports
May compute costs for materials and equipment usage or requisition, procure and take inventories of supplies
May clean and maintain field and laboratory equipment
May train or supervise seasonal employees and interns in conducting research and inventory activities and implementing natural resources management plans
Applicants must be able to lift 50 lbs
Work can be physical in nature, requiring the ability to walk and stand for long periods of time, lift and carry heavy objects, do repetitive bending and stooping, climb ladders and operate heavy equipment
Qualification
Required
Completion of 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university; 12 credit hours must be in biology, biochemistry, environmental science, forest technology, arboriculture, aquaculture, natural science, natural resources management, botany, marine biology, marine ecology, physical oceanography, ichthyology, fisheries management, wildlife management, zoology, or a natural resources management related field of study for the required experience
One year of experience performing technical biological work in the field of forestry, arboriculture, wildlife, aquaculture, natural resources management, or fisheries
Applicants must be able to lift 50 lbs
Work can be physical in nature, requiring the ability to walk and stand for long periods of time, lift and carry heavy objects, do repetitive bending and stooping, climb ladders and operate heavy equipment
Employees assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle, UTV or golf cart will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland and five points or fewer on their current driving record
Preferred
Knowledge of natural resources conservation and management principles and practices
Ability to follow instructions
Ability to use or operate tools, equipment and machines
Ability to perform field assignments and related office work with the other employees
Ability to obtain a boating license
Ability to complete administrative tasks using office equipment
Ability to communicate effectively
Benefits
Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents.
The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits.
You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
Company
State of Maryland
Maryland is on the path to becoming the best state in the nation.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael Piercy
Senior Advisor for Program Innovation to the Chief Technology Officer State of Maryland, MDTHINK
Michele Thomas
Chief Technology Officer, State of Maryland
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