Natural Resource Specialist

Description

Examples of Duties

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Responsible for the control of invasive species with the Parks Department and provides educatio nal workshops on control methods . May assist with caring for l ive animal displays, feeding, and cleaning . Performs cave restoration and maintenance work; such as excavating, micro-blasting, basic masonry, and construction, using a variety of equipment and power tools. Responsible for chemical applications to trees, shrubs, turf, invasive species, and landscapes, as necessary. Assists with environmental/outdoor education programs for school groups, organizations, and general park visitors; assists in conducting interpretive hikes and tours; and assists in setting up workshops and special events . Maintains and develops trails with in the Park S ystem . Maintains trees and shrubs on Park System property by trimming, cutting, planting, etc. Performs a variety of building custodial duties and may perform general cleaning duties. Maintains a clean and safe working environment in and around the maintenance facilities. Operates a variety of powered equipment including, but not limited to: backhoe, skid steer, truck, tractor, grooming equipment, chainsaws, lawn mower, and other park related equipment. Assists in enforcing Park Department rules, ordinances, and policies. It is unlikely an employee will perform all the duties listed on a regular basis, nor is the list exhaustive in the sense it covers all the duties an employee may be required to perform . The examples are merely indicative, not restrictive. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities but contributes to the oversight and guidance of seasonal and part-time employees , and volunteers, in accordance with the organization’s policies, procedures and applicable laws.
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Responsible for the control of invasive species with the Parks Department and provides educatio nal workshops on control methods .
• May assist with caring for l ive animal displays, feeding, and cleaning .
• Performs cave restoration and maintenance work; such as excavating, micro-blasting, basic masonry, and construction, using a variety of equipment and power tools.
• Responsible for chemical applications to trees, shrubs, turf, invasive species, and landscapes, as necessary.
• Assists with environmental/outdoor education programs for school groups, organizations, and general park visitors; assists in conducting interpretive hikes and tours; and assists in setting up workshops and special events .
• Maintains and develops trails with in the Park S ystem .
• Maintains trees and shrubs on Park System property by trimming, cutting, planting, etc.
• Performs a variety of building custodial duties and may perform general cleaning duties.
• Maintains a clean and safe working environment in and around the maintenance facilities.
• Operates a variety of powered equipment including, but not limited to: backhoe, skid steer, truck, tractor, grooming equipment, chainsaws, lawn mower, and other park related equipment.
• Assists in enforcing Park Department rules, ordinances, and policies.
• It is unlikely an employee will perform all the duties listed on a regular basis, nor is the list exhaustive in the sense it covers all the duties an employee may be required to perform . The examples are merely indicative, not restrictive.
• Supervisory Responsibilities
• This job has no supervisory responsibilities but contributes to the oversight and guidance of seasonal and part-time employees , and volunteers, in accordance with the organization’s policies, procedures and applicable laws.

Typical Qualifications

• Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Graduate from high school or G.E.D with training in natural resources and at least three years of natural resources-related work experience , or an equivalent combination of education and experience . Associate’s degree preferred. Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals . Ability to write routine reports and correspondence . Public speaking skills required . Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and in small or large group situations to persons of various age groups representing diverse backgrounds including visitors, children, employees of the County; and the general public . Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all unit s of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals . Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form . Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations . Ability to carry out special and general assignments requiring organization of material and development of procedures without direct supervision. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of word processing software and internet . Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide Applicators License . Other Skills and Abilities Good knowledge of the principles of ecology, wildlife, forestry, and speleology . Ability to work variable days and hours to meet programming requirements. Desire and ability to perform physical work associated with the implementation of nature study programs and routine maintenance of facilities. Ability to use tact and diplomacy in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with the public of various age groups, volunteers, and other County employees . Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in the application and interpretation of departmental policies and safety regulations. Ability to use and operate tools and powered equipment. Ability to perform moderate to heavy manual labor and routine cleaning tasks. Ability to work outdoors for long periods . Good knowledge of occupational hazards, safe work practices, and demonstrated ability to conform to the goals, policies, and procedures of the Parks Department. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; stand and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and smell. The employee must freq uently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasi onally lift and/or move up to 10 0 pounds . Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions, cold, heat, dust, noise and moving mechanical parts . Employee is occasionally subject to hazards, which include radiant exposure (sunburn), chemicals, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock and vibration . Injury from hazards can be avoided by following described safety measures. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Education and/or Experience
• Graduate from high school or G.E.D with training in natural resources and at least three years of natural resources-related work experience , or an equivalent combination of education and experience . Associate’s degree preferred.
• Language Skills
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals . Ability to write routine reports and correspondence . Public speaking skills required . Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and in small or large group situations to persons of various age groups representing diverse backgrounds including visitors, children, employees of the County; and the general public .
• Mathematical Skills
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all unit s of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals .
• Reasoning Ability
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form . Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations . Ability to carry out special and general assignments requiring organization of material and development of procedures without direct supervision.
• Computer Skills
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of word processing software and internet .
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
• Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide Applicators License .
• Other Skills and Abilities
• Good knowledge of the principles of ecology, wildlife, forestry, and speleology .
• Ability to work variable days and hours to meet programming requirements.
• Desire and ability to perform physical work associated with the implementation of nature study programs and routine maintenance of facilities.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with the public of various age groups, volunteers, and other County employees .
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in the application and interpretation of departmental policies and safety regulations.
• Ability to use and operate tools and powered equipment.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy manual labor and routine cleaning tasks.
• Ability to work outdoors for long periods .
• Good knowledge of occupational hazards, safe work practices, and demonstrated ability to conform to the goals, policies, and procedures of the Parks Department.
• Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; stand and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and smell. The employee must freq uently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasi onally lift and/or move up to 10 0 pounds . Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions, cold, heat, dust, noise and moving mechanical parts . Employee is occasionally subject to hazards, which include radiant exposure (sunburn), chemicals, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock and vibration . Injury from hazards can be avoided by following described safety measures.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits

• The benefits listed below represent an employee who works full-time (100%). Regular part-time employees working half time or more per week may be eligible to receive employee benefits on a prorated basis. Qualifying employees working an average of 30 hours per week are eligible to receive health insurance coverage at the same premium contribution level as regular full-time employees. The percentage of employment which has been established by the budget or Board, shall determine the benefit pro-ration, with the exception of Home Health Aides, who will be pro-rated in July of each year based on the percentage of full-time hours worked in the previous twelve (12) months. 1. PTO. (Paid Time Off). Calumet County's PTO Plan combines vacation, sick leave, holiday, and bereavement leave into a single leave plan – PTO. Newly hired full-time employees will be credited with six (6) days of PTO immediately upon hire. The accrual will be based on the employee's length of service with the County and the hours paid in a pay period. PTO may be carried over from year to year provided the balance does not exceed the maximum allowable amount. 2. ELB. (Extended Leave Bank). The Extended Leave Bank is a bank of time separate from PTO that is intended for use in situations where the employee is absent from work due to medical necessity lasting more than three (3) days, or for events qualifying under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). 3. Holidays. The official County holidays are factored into the PTO Accrual as follows: New Year's Day, Friday before Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, the Day Before Christmas Day, Christmas Day, and the Day Before New Year's Day. 4. Insurance. Employees eligible to participate in a High Deductible Health Insurance Plan. The County pays ninety (90%) percent of the single or family premium for full time employees who complete the Wellness Program criteria. To assist in meeting deductibles, the County will also contribute, to an HSA, for eligible employees. Dental and Vision Insurance is also available. 5. PEHP. (Post Employment Health Plan). The County provides a PEHP for regular full-time and eligible regular part-time non-represented employees. The PEHP is a multi-employer trust (IRS Code 501(c)(9)). The plan allows for a tax-free pre-funding of post employment medical expenses. The County contributes a biweekly flat dollar amount per employee. Contributions will be allocated to the universal reimbursement sub-account. 6. Life Insurance. The County provides a life insurance policy to qualifying employees equal to the estimated calendar year earnings of the position, with the County paying the premium. Additional units of insurance are also available along with spouse and dependent coverage, with the employee paying the full premium. 7. Disability Insurance. Long-term and short-term disability insurance is available, with the employee paying the full premium. 8. Retirement Plan. The County provides a pension plan through the Wisconsin Retirement System. The County pays 50% of the actuarially required WRS contributions for qualifying general employees. 9. Section 125 Flexible Spending Program. The County provides a Section 125 Flexible Benefits Program wherein the employee may set aside pre-tax dollars to use for expenses not covered by insurance or for dependent care expenses. 10. Deferred Compensation Program. The County provides a Section 457 Deferred Compensation Program wherein pre-tax dollars can be deposited in an investment of the employee's choice through providers used by the County.