District 4 Resource Assistant, Natural Resource Specialist II

Natural Resource Specialist II District Resource Assistant

State Parks – Pocahontas State Park

Closes On: 06/11/2024

Hiring Range: $19.00-$23.00 per hour

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District 4 is seeking applicants to fill the District Resource Assistant position. The District Resource Assistant will assist the District Resource Specialist with implementation of resource management projects across State Park District 4, which includes Bear Creek Lake, High Bridge Trail, Holliday Lake, Pocahontas, Powhatan, Sailor’s Creek Battlefield, Staunton River Battlefield, and Twin Lakes State Parks. This position is based at Pocahontas State Park in Chesterfield, Virginia, and will require daily travel and occasional overnight travel.

This position will assist the District Resource Specialist with a variety of resource management activities including but not limited to long-term land management planning and implementation, monitoring and control of non-native invasive species, preparation of burn units and participating on prescribed burns as crew member/ squad boss, sustainable trail design, construction and maintenance, plant and animal surveys, GIS data collection and data management, and other resource management-related tasks as needed.

The District Resource Assistant will also be responsible for maintenance and organization of tools, equipment, office space and vehicles, participation in special events and/ or disaster relief as needed, and assist with training and supervising district resource technicians, park staff, or volunteers as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Basic knowledge of resource management issues, practices, and procedures.
• Experience working independently.
• Proficient writing and communication skills.

Additional Considerations

• Knowledge of regional plant species and ecosystems, and plant species identification strongly recommended.
• Virginia Commercial Applicators License (pesticides) or Registered Technician Certification. At a minimum, the Registered Technician license will need to be obtained if not currently licensed within 6 months.
• DCR prescribed burn crew certification (NWCG firefighter type 2). Wildland firefighter certification will need to be obtained within 12 months.
• DCR sawyer apprentice certification (or equivalent) or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Ability to organize and maintain tools and equipment associated with resource management activities such as small gas-powered engines, trail tools, power tools, backpack sprayers, etc.
• Knowledge and experience using GIS/GPS equipment and mapping software, specifically ESRI ArcPro and/ or ArcGIS Online and associated mobile apps.

Special Requirements:

Wage/ seasonal positions are not eligible for benefits and are limited to 1500 hours from May 1 to April 30. Typical work week for this position is Monday-Friday although some weekend or holiday availability may be required. This position requires working in a variety of outdoor conditions and terrain including heat, cold, rain, humidity, insects, dust, etc. The Registered Technician license will need to be obtained if not currently licensed within 6 months. Wildland firefighter certification will need to be obtained within 12 months. DCR sawyer apprentice certification (or equivalent) or ability to obtain within 6 months. -Physical demands associated with his position include extensive walking, lifting and carrying heavy weighted materials (up to 50 lbs.), bending, stooping, etc.

A valid State Driver’s License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.

DCR is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the highest ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that our greatest strength lies in the individual differences, experiences, and skillsets that our employees bring to the table. Because of this, we strongly encourage applications from all walks of life, and we welcome all contributions in terms of age, beliefs, color, culture, disability, education, ethnicity, gender identity/expression, language, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran’s status.

Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.

Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT

Employment in all positions within the Virginia State Parks is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check including a criminal history record check.

DCR employees are encouraged to visit Virginia State Parks! Check out our employee discounts.

Free parking or admission to all Virginia State Parks.
DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service), are entitled to overnight facility discounts such as:

• Free camping outside of the Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day period in sites designed for up to six people.
• Free camping Sunday night through Thursday night (excluding the night prior to a holiday) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
• Fifty percent discount on cabins (up to 3 bedrooms) outside of Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, for a maximum of 14 nights.  All reservations require a two-night minimum.  Bunkhouses, camping cabins and yurts are included; one night yurt stays only receive a 25% discount.

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