Land Management Specialist

Ponca City Development Authority • Kaw City, OK

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About The Position

The Land Management Specialist is responsible for the Nation’s land inventory and classification program, land disposal through sale, lease, or exchange, and land acquisitions. The role also coordinates with federal, state, and local governments on land management issues. Land managers and workers maintain and develop forests, rangelands, and other natural sites for conservation or resource development.

The position involves general land and property work, including assisting with planting and harvesting, landscaping, animal care, fencing, hay work, and basic equipment maintenance. The employee may be required to learn to operate heavy equipment and perform other general labor as needed. Other duties may be assigned by the Land Management Director.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read maps, tape measures, and property descriptions.
• Ability to physically lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to work around domesticated livestock.
• Ability to set priorities, organize and coordinate work efficiently, establish good working relationships with other office workers, and work independently and creatively.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability.
• Submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check; failure to pass either may result in withdrawal of the job offer or termination of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical aptitude is preferred.
• Ability or willingness to learn to operate heavy equipment.
• Indian Preference may be considered with verification of Indian heritage.
• Veteran Preference may be considered with verification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planting and harvesting.
• Perform landscaping and weeding tasks.
• Tend to animals.
• Build and mend fencing.
• Cut, rake, and tether hay.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and cleaning.
• Learn how to run and operate heavy equipment, if needed.
• Assist with other general labor tasks as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Land Management Director.

What This Job Offers

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