NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Variable Natural Resources Technician
Lakewood, CO
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$20/hr - $20/hrNEOGOV is seeking a Variable Natural Resources Technician to join the City of Lakewood's Community Resources team. This role involves providing natural resources protection, preservation, and education through various management tasks related to parks and wildlife. The technician will maintain trails, manage vegetation, and educate the public on natural resources.
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Responsibilities
40 hours/wk, Mon-Thurs 6:00AM-4:30PM or Tues-Fri 6:00AM-4:30PM with occasional mandatory holiday and weekend work
Maintenance and construction of natural surface trails and trail amenities, including use of hand tools and mechanized equipment
Vegetation management and control of noxious weeds, including use of manual, chemical, and biological control methods
Ecological restoration and erosion control, including seeding, native plant propagation and installation
Responsible for greenhouse seeding, transplanting, pulling, harvesting seed, and maintaining various native plants
Assist with Aquatic Nuisances Species boat inspection and decontamination program as an ANS inspector
Informs and educates the public on the natural resources within the facilities and preservation philosophy of the department. Provides information to the public on the natural resources through public relation contacts, education programs, signs and written information
Manages wildlife by taking data (GIS, surveys, pictures, observation, taking reports), relocation of beavers, protecting resources from wildlife activities and building and maintaining wildlife habitat
Work with West Metro Fire Department on controlled burns and fire mitigation
Conduct fire mitigation in the form of fuels reduction on City Open Space properties
Communicates and updates co-workers and management of progress and problems
Provides a safe environment for recreation through upkeep of the facilities
Implements the city’s natural areas plan to protect Lakewood’s open spaces
Performs basic maintenance duties as needed or as assigned, including litter cleanup, trash emptying and restroom cleaning
Performs other duties as assigned
Must maintain and utilize City-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when conducting activities where the employee is exposed to risks above those encountered in a traditional office setting. If injured on-the-job due to failure to utilize PPE a safety violation can be taken
Installs and removes park signs as needed
Upkeep of tools, vehicles and other natural resources equipment
Assists with programs, or presents, educational programs or information to the public
Data collection, input and organization on the natural resource computer
GPS data collection and mapping using Field Maps, ArcMap, and/or ArcPro
Leads volunteers on trail and restoration projects
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree, or course work leading to a degree, in natural resources related field is preferred
Previous experience in natural resources, or similar field, is highly preferred. Other park experience will be considered
Valid driver's license, with good driving record
Valid CPR, AED and First Aid certification
State Aquatic Nuisance Species Certification. Certification must be completed within 2 months of hire date
Knowledge of native vegetation and Colorado noxious weed list species
Knowledge of Aquatic nuisance species in Colorado
Knowledge of natural resources base within the various parks
Knowledge of basic natural history of species within the parks
Excellent public relation skills (resolving conflicts)
Ability to work with limited supervision in difficult and occasionally stressful situations
Ability to demonstrate leadership skills
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Ability to use a wide range of tools
Must be proficient with Microsoft office
Background check required
Preferred
Wildland Firefighter red card is preferred
State of Colorado pesticide applicator license preferred
Experience with Field Maps, Survey123 and/or ArcPro preferred
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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