Natural Resources Specialist 2

Cleveland Metroparks • Strongsville, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Natural Resources Specialist 2 is a mid-level, experienced field worker seasonal position that assists Natural Resources Division staff in day-to-day or project related management, i.e., maintenance and restoration, or research and monitoring of the natural resources in Cleveland Metroparks and northeastern Ohio.

Requirements

• Completed two years of college courses with relevant course work and/or educational experience in natural resources, natural sciences, i.e., biology, geology, hydrology, etc., forestry, wildlife management, environmental science or related fields.
• At least six months of field experience, research experience, or other directly relevant job experience.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license under the laws of the State of Ohio.
• Ability to read maps, follow written directions, and navigate through forest or wetland areas.
• Ability to walk up to 5 miles daily through challenging terrain including heavy vegetation, wetlands, and steep slopes.
• Ability to lift and carry 40 pounds up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to work outdoors and tolerate the climate and conditions of natural areas typical of northeast Ohio (including heat, humidity, poison ivy, and biting/stinging insects).
• Ability to work in adverse conditions including rain, high or low temperatures, high humidity, insects, and difficult terrain.
• Energy and enthusiasm for field work.
• Responsible attitude and work ethic.
• Positive disposition and ability to work well with a diverse team.
• Communicates well and continually updates co-workers and supervisor of progress and problems.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders, including employees and the general public.
• Ability to speak and write clearly, concisely and persuasively with ability to communicate one-on-one or in group settings.
• Ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and organization.
• Ability to perform with independence and initiative.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and practical outdoor work experience including plant, insect, mammal, or bird identification skills, farming, forestry, hydrology, aquatic ecology, civil engineering, GIS or a strong desire and aptitude to develop these skills.
• For research related positions, knowledge and experience in research methods is desirable.
• Experience in computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and/or GIS and GPS and associated hardware is desirable.
• Experience and knowledge of natural resource conservation practices and procedures preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs data entry and verification and assists in the development of reports and maps related to natural resource management or resource projects and activities as directed.
• Safely and competently operates and maintains equipment including but not limited to forestry measurement tools, portable data collectors and related equipment.
• Keeps direct supervisor promptly informed of key/significant issues or concerns.
• Carries out duties and responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner to maintain a safe work environment and surrounding area for oneself, co-workers and public.
• Responds to hazardous situations and/or potentially unsafe conditions by taking corrective action as capable and promptly notifying supervisory personnel.
• Oversees natural resources-related volunteer projects.
• Assists Natural Resources and other cooperating agency staff in other duties as apparent or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree