Resource Management Technician

MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION•Cape Girardeau, MO

About The Position

Primary responsibility includes assisting Missouri Department of Conservation staff with private land responsibilities in a 16-county area in carrying out our mission to provide superior customer service and build our relationships with internal and external stakeholders as directed by the Community and Private Lands Unit Supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED/HiSET required.
At least one (1) year of related experience
Must maintain a valid, current driver's license.
Ability to operate tools and equipment for building and land management.
Ability to use office equipment, such as computer, calculator, camera, scanner and printer.
Basic plant identification and wildlife habitat knowledge.
Time management and organizational skills.
Attention to detail.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Self-motivated and possess the ability to complete numerous tasks with minimal supervision.
Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

Nice To Haves

Experience with prescribed burns.
Experience with farming, equipment operation, and hauling is desired.

Responsibilities

Performs routine equipment maintenance on vehicles and other equipment which includes trailers, mowers, planters, discs, plows, sprayers, chain saws, UTV’s, ATVs, lawn mowers, weed eaters and shop tools.
Seeks bids and purchases items to implement private land programs.
Loading and hauling equipment and supplies around the region.
Assists with wildlife surveys
Assists Private Land Services Staff with prescribe burns, workshops and other educational events.
Coordinates activities with multiple non-government partners and stakeholders.
Works with and supervise crews or contractors as needed on both public and private land to implement conservation practices.
Completes monthly reports, time sheets, and purchasing statements in a timely manner.
Completes other duties as assigned.
Other duties, as assigned.