Natural Resource Technician

JCPRD•Lenexa, KS

2d•$23 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Assists the Natural Resource Manager in the supervision of JCPRD-wide natural resource management goals. Applies the necessary adaptive management techniques to sustain and restore natural areas. Identifies invasive species and assists in the development of management plans. Assumes limited managerial duties in absence of the resource manager. Prioritize and delegates assignments to part-time resource technicians. Completes all tasks ensuring proper stewardship for JCPRD's budgetary and land resources. Stays informed on natural resource management practices through study and attendance of workshops and conferences. Exemplifies proper safety procedures and trains seasonal staff of the same. Operates vehicles and equipment as required to maintain the natural resources within JCPRD properties. Represents JCPRD through positive interactions with the public, outside vendors, general contractors, outside agencies, etc. Responds to public demands and inquiries in a professional and courteous manner. Selects and uses appropriate contractors, vendors, and agencies, etc. Promotes natural resource protection through day-to-day local and regional contacts, presentations, and special events. Completes and approves paperwork, timesheets, work orders, and equipment logs using computerized system; follows purchasing card guidelines and completes approval process.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Excessive standing and/or walking: 50 %
Exposure to extreme temperatures.
Exposure to fumes and/or chemicals.
Exposure to heights.
Exposure to loud noises.
Lifting 50 lbs.
Weather essential job
All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.
Uniform Required
Travel required 25% local and 5% outside of county.
JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in natural resource management preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists the Natural Resource Manager in the supervision of JCPRD-wide natural resource management goals.
Applies adaptive management techniques to sustain and restore natural areas.
Identifies invasive species and assists in the development of management plans.
Assumes limited managerial duties in absence of the resource manager.
Prioritizes and delegates assignments to part-time resource technicians.
Completes all tasks ensuring proper stewardship for JCPRD's budgetary and land resources.
Stays informed on natural resource management practices through study and attendance of workshops and conferences.
Exemplifies proper safety procedures and trains seasonal staff.
Operates vehicles and equipment as required to maintain the natural resources within JCPRD properties.
Represents JCPRD through positive interactions with the public, outside vendors, general contractors, outside agencies, etc.
Responds to public demands and inquiries in a professional and courteous manner.
Selects and uses appropriate contractors, vendors, and agencies, etc.
Promotes natural resource protection through day-to-day local and regional contacts, presentations, and special events.
Completes and approves paperwork, timesheets, work orders, and equipment logs using computerized system.
Follows purchasing card guidelines and completes approval process.
Conducts prescribed fires under the supervision of the Natural Resource Manager.
Participates in invasive plant control, herbicide application, and chainsaw work.
Hauls, transports, and operates equipment necessary to conduct natural resource management activities including tractors, UTVs, skid steers, and agricultural implements such as discs, drills, and sprayers.