Seasonal Field Technician
About The Position
Milwaukee County is seeking authentic individuals to join their team and make a difference in the community. Milwaukee County oversees a wide range of operations including Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support, Court Operations, Sheriff's Department, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and the Zoo. They are also dedicated to serving seniors, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Milwaukee County offers a competitive benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This specific role is within the Milwaukee County Parks department and focuses on assisting Natural Areas Program staff in managing diverse natural areas. The position involves various land management activities, with a focus on invasive species control, natural resource inventories, wildlife habitat management, and community engagement related to ecological restoration.
Requirements
- Authorized to work in the United States.
- Possession of a valid United States Driver’s License, able to be maintained throughout employment.
- Possession of a High School diploma or GED equivalent.
- Able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 30 lbs.
- Appointee must establish residency in the state of Wisconsin within six months of start date and maintain such residency during incumbency.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with ArcGIS Field Maps.
Responsibilities
- Habitat Improvement projects that include but are not limited to cutting of woody material and herbicide applications.
- Nest box monitoring, migratory and breeding bird surveys, odonate surveys, and bumble bee surveys.
- Field surveys using ArcGIS Field Maps to inventory rare plant populations, invasive species, tree inventories, and vegetative community types.
- Assist with reforestation, native seed collection, and pollinator garden projects.
- Participate in Park People Weed-Out workday efforts in spring and fall. This may require working on select weekends.
- Assist with community-based education events and citizen-based natural areas restoration projects.
- Assist with maintaining the Natural Areas equipment cache and make sure it is functional and in good repair.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive benefit package
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
