Seasonal Field Technician

Milwaukee County•Milwaukee, WI

3h•Onsite

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, Combined Court Operations, Sheriff's Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and the Zoo. They also serve Seniors and those with Disabilities through Aging and Disability Services, and Veterans through Veterans Services. The county is committed to serving the cultural, human, recreational, and social needs of the entire community. Milwaukee County offers diverse job opportunities and a competitive benefit package. They are looking for "Changemakers" to join their team and redefine the perception of Milwaukee County. This specific role is within the Parks department.

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.
Experience with invasive species control.
Experience with natural resource inventories.
Experience with wildlife habitat management.
Experience with community engagement related to ecological restoration.

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.
Assists 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.