Seasonal Natural Resources Tech

State of Indiana•Edinburgh, IN

2d•$13 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

This position serves within the Environmental Management Branch of the Indiana Army National Guard. The position will conduct tasks that implement the Camp Atterbury Integrated Natural Resource Management Plan (INRMP). The salary for this position is $13.00 - $17.00 per hour, depending on qualifications, limited to working 180 calendar days. Potential duties are widely varied and conducted in support of a full spectrum natural resources management team. Opportunity exists for hands on experience in numerous natural resources disciplines, with potential assignments in support of any of the activities below.

Requirements

Valid High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE); or one (1) year of work experience.
Have and maintain a valid driver's license.
Indiana Department of Corrections Work Crew Boss (training & certification provided).
Possess or obtain pesticide license of RT or greater.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds several times a day.
Ability to stand or stoop for extended periods.
Ability to carry a 40-pound pack over rough terrain.
Computer skills and knowledge of relevant software (MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word).
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Prescribed fire implementation as a member of a crew
Support to forestry including inventory, TSI and timber sale administration
Invasive species removal and management
Pesticide application
Wildlife monitoring
White tail deer management and survey
Threatened and Endangered Species Monitoring
Wildlife trapping
Land rehabilitation
Grassland improvement and restoration
Chainsaw operation
Water quality monitoring

Benefits

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers, Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave, Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
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