Field Crew Supervisor

MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION • Colfax Township, MO

9d • $42,768 - $52,272 • Onsite

About The Position

The Field Crew Supervisor supervises and leads resource management crews supporting natural resource management and public use management across public and private lands in an assigned district. The supervisor plans crew work through daily, weekly, and monthly interactions with the District Supervisor and district resource professionals. The role implements district work plans and natural resource management objectives, develops assigned staff, and oversees the safe operation and upkeep of equipment used in field activities.

Requirements

• Three years of supervisory work experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Maintain a current, valid driver's license.
• Ability to operate tools and equipment for building and land management.
• Ability to use office equipment, including a computer, calculator, camera, scanner, and printer.
• Attention to detail.
• Basic plant identification and wildlife habitat knowledge.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Time-management and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Commercial driver's license (CDL).
• Experience with prescribed burns; certification is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead crews carrying out habitat restoration, natural community management, tree planting, food plot establishment, invasive species control, prescribed fire, wildland fire response, and area maintenance.
• Direct, schedule, and assign staff and projects; approve timesheets and reimbursements; conduct performance evaluations; facilitate training; and ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Operate and oversee the safe operation, maintenance, and use of vehicles, boats, tractors, mowers, UTVs, ATVs, trailers, and other resource-management equipment.
• Coordinate routine maintenance and repairs of department-owned and leased equipment.
• Provide technical guidance and training in habitat management, land stewardship, equipment operation, prescribed fire, herbicide application, and other natural resource management activities.
• Coordinate with district leadership and resource professionals to set work priorities, monitor project progress, identify operational needs, and resolve field-related issues.
• Support District Conservation Team initiatives and collaborative projects through workshops, field days, public outreach events, and other activities.
• Promote workplace safety by ensuring staff training, adherence to safety protocols, and required certifications and qualifications for prescribed fire, wildland fire, herbicide application, and equipment operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED