Seasonal Field Assistant - Lopez Island

San Juan County • Lopez Island, WA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

San Juan County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The Seasonal Field Assistant performs a range of activities associated with conservation lands management, including trail building and maintenance, weed control, facilities upkeep, resource protection, leading volunteers, preserve monitoring and educating the public on preserve rules and guidelines. The Seasonal Field Assistant reports to the Land Bank Director, assists the Preserve Stewards, and may work with other Land Bank staff, contractors, and volunteers on all Land Bank preserves located throughout San Juan County. This is a 20-hour per week position with seasonal work ending approximately mid-October.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, and a minimum of one year direct or transferable skill experiences related to the job duties and responsibilities; OR any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Related experience includes the following: trail construction and maintenance, invasive species control, landscaping and groundskeeping, repairs and maintenance, field biology and environmental education.
• Must have a valid WA State Driver’s License and good driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with landscaping maintenance tools (weed wacker, mower)
• Experience leading volunteers

Responsibilities

• General preserve monitoring and maintenance – activities include trail work, sign and facilities maintenance, litter removal, mowing.
• Invasive plant species removal – strategic removal of invasive plant species including coordinating and leading volunteer work parties.
• Public engagement and education including conveying preserve rules.
• Restroom cleaning, shop maintenance and maintenance of tools.
• Assist with stewardship projects, including habitat restoration and enhancement, biological surveys, and vegetation management.
• Acts within the scope of his/her/their responsibilities, working as a public employee and municipal officer with courtesy and professionalism, and adhering to the highest standard of ethics in accordance with RCW 42.52.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED