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Job Type: Full-time
Classification: Full-time
Department: Natural Resources
Work Location: Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve (Mahomet, IL) with regular travel to all District sites.
FSLA: Non-Exempt
IMRF: Eligible
Compensation: Grade 6: $20.79 – $30.11
Hours: Typical work hours are 6:30am-5:00pm, Monday through Thursday unless otherwise scheduled. Some evenings, weekends, and holidays will be required depending on operational needs.
Starting Date: 2/12/2024
POSITION SUMMARY
The Natural Resources Technician is responsible for assisting with natural areas management throughout the District. This includes invasive plant management; restoration and conservation of prairie/savanna, forest/woodlands, and wetlands; and support of the District’s education and recreation efforts.
Supervisory Relationships
The Natural Resources Technician reports to the Director of Natural Resources. This position may assist in supervising the daily work of seasonal employees, interns, and/or volunteers.
Essential Functions
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Requirements
Minimum Education and Experience
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Please Note: Studies have shown that Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), women and other marginalized groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe that they meet every one of the qualifications as stated in the job description. The Champaign County Forest Preserve District is interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and qualifications for this role.
Skills & Abilities
Skills and Abilities
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is primarily performed outdoors under various weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, or ice. Duties will be performed in close proximity to the general public and the employee may have frequent interactions with patrons. While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be exposed to hazardous flora and fauna (e.g. poison ivy, wild parsnip, biting/stinging insects, ticks) and chemicals (e.g. cleaning supplies, herbicides/pesticides, and gasoline/oil). The employee may also be exposed to machinery with moving mechanical parts and high noise levels.
Normal duties may include stooping, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Prolonged standing or walking, often on unpaved/uneven terrain, will be frequent. The employee may regularly handle, grasp, or feel objects; reach, push, or pull to reposition items; and may regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or may occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds using assistive devices or with assistance from other employees. Ability to talk and hear or otherwise effectively communicate with staff and patrons is required. Visual acuity necessary for this position includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
Use of personal protective equipment will be required based on job specific tasks. This may include, but is not limited to, the following items:
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described above are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EEO Statement
The Champaign County Forest Preserve District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or any other non-merit factor.
Application Procedures
In order to apply for the Natural Resource Technician position, candidates must submit applications directly to www.ccfpd.org (Get Involved/Employment/Current Vacancies):
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/2030358
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
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