Restoration Ecologist

Milwaukee County Wisconsin•Milwaukee, WI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Restoration Ecologist focuses on ecological management of the natural areas within the Park System. This position participates in the day-to-day operation, oversight, and implementation of restoration projects throughout the park system as well as assisting with on-going wildlife research while overseeing the training and management of seasonal employees, interns, and volunteers.

Requirements

Current resident of Wisconsin.
Possession of a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License, able to be maintained throughout employment.
Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Natural Sciences.
At least one (1) year of Natural Sciences, Land Management, or Scientific Research experience.
At least one (1) year of Supervisory or Management experience in Natural Sciences, Land Management, or Scientific Research.
Able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 35 lbs.
Willing and able to obtain Wisconsin DATCP Pesticide Applicator’s Licenses 5.0 & 6.0 within the first year of hire.

Responsibilities

Implement all on-the-ground ecological restoration and management projects and plans.
Oversee maintenance of all land management equipment used by the Natural Areas Program.
Supervise partner organizations, conservation crews, volunteers, and is the program lead overseeing the training and management of the Natural Areas interns and seasonal employees.
Take the lead in controlling invasive plants through standardized control methods in cooperation with staff, volunteers, and contractors.
Lead volunteers in invasive species removal events.
Oversee invasives species mapping activities.
Assist in the research of wildlife populations.
Assist with undertaking natural resource (flora & fauna) field assessments to determine project prioritization for critical species habitat management, species preservation, and potential native species reintroductions.
Assist with community based education events and citizen-based natural areas restoration projects.
Represent the Natural Areas Program at conferences, board meetings, and workshops.
Develop new and existing natural resource partnerships through community outreach and education activities such as public presentations.
Lead environmental engagement field trips and lectures to local universities.
Perform office duties, maintain the herbicide database, equipment database and assist with updating internal management policies.
Develop restoration and management plans, creates ArcGIS management maps, and other projects as assigned.
Implement and maintain forest stand improvements, prescribed burns, wildlife nest box installation and maintenance, reforestations, pollinator gardens, and native seed collection and installation.
Perform all other duties as assigned.