Seasonal Park Ranger - Natural Resources Technician

Ken-Caryl Ranch Master Association

3d•$21 - $23

About The Position

Ken-Caryl Ranch Master Association is hiring a seasonal Natural Resources Technician to assist with our invasive species management and forestry programs. Under the supervision of the Natural Resources Specialist, the technician will monitor and maintain the natural, cultural and infrastructural resources on Ken-Caryl Ranch’s 4000+ acre open space.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Ecology, Biology, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Sustainable Agriculture, or related field preferred, but not required.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
At least one (1) year work related and/or education experience in invasive species management, natural resource management, environmental science or related field required.
Detail oriented with strong organizational skills, capable of prioritizing and managing multiple tasks efficiently in a dynamic work setting.
Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities along with robust relationship-building skills are necessary.
Basic computer skills including use of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook), with a willingness to learn new software programs.
Build positive and supportive interactions with both the public and team members.
Communicate effectively with the public and colleagues, offering a friendly and helpful approach.
Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to handle challenging situations when needed.
Must be able to work in all-weather elements.
Must have current, valid Colorado Driver’s License and must be insurable with KCRMA’s insurance carrier.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at a level adequate to perform the job.
Be able to work evenings, holidays, and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

Control noxious and other invasive weeds utilizing integrated pest management techniques including mapping, monitoring, mowing, trimming, pulling, and implementing biological controls. Also mixing, loading, and applying herbicides using UTVs and backpack sprayers. Requirements and regulations of local, county, state, and federal weed control programs, including all requirements relevant to pesticide storage, mixing, application, and disposal need to be followed at all times.
Identify native and non-native plants.
Utilize ARCGIS software on an iPad to collect field data.
Perform forest management, including operating light & heavy equipment.
Record and maintain appropriate records and reports.
Operate, maintain, and perform routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles, such as trucks, UTV’s, mowers, sprayers, weed whips, chainsaws, etc.
Depending on project needs, assist with restoration, inventory and monitoring projects.
Working with Volunteer weed control programs.
General open space and facilities maintenance.
Perform trash removal throughout open space areas, trail systems, and facilities.
Conduct brush clearing and tree limbing to support wildfire mitigation, trail safety, and forest health initiatives.
Install, repair, and maintain regulatory, wayfinding, and informational signage.
Perform mowing, trimming, and general grounds maintenance operations.
Provide administrative and operational support to ranger staff, including documentation, reporting, and coordination assistance as needed.
Perform snow removal services on hard surface open space trails.