Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Erie County-Huron

Work Locations: DNR Old Woman Creek 2514 Cleveland Rd E Huron 44839

Organization: Natural Resources

Classified Indicator: Unclassified

Bargaining Unit / Exempt: Bargaining Unit

Schedule: Part-time

Work Hours: Varies

Compensation: $17.74/hour

Unposting Date: May 17, 2024, 10:59:00 PM

Primary Job Skill: Natural Resources

Technical Skills: Data Entry, Equipment Operations, Natural Resources, Records Management, Research

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Observation

Agency Contact Name: Elizabeth Jones

Agency Contact Information: [email protected] or 614-265-6986

Natural Resources Technician 1 (Intermittent) - Stewardship Technician - Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve

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Job Duties

Who we are:

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is committed to its mission “To ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.” Our agency embraces the insightful use of our natural resources to assure the continued safety, happiness and prosperity of Ohio’s people.

ODNR owns and manages state parks, state forests, state nature preserves and wildlife areas. We license all hunting, fishing and watercraft; oversee and permit all mineral extraction, monitor dam safety, manage water resources and serve as the second largest Law Enforcement presence in the State of Ohio.

We are accepting applications for Natural Resources Technician 1 – Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve (1 position available - Huron County) within the Office of Coastal Management, within the state of Ohio. The address is 2514 Cleveland Rd East, Huron, OH 44839. To learn more about the Office of Coastal Management and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, please visit Office of Coastal Management.

What you will do…

• Assist with development and implementation of stewardship projects.
• Aid in community science initiatives, volunteer groups and mapping projects.
• Help with monitoring and control of invasive species through various methods.
• Contribute to Phenological Species Monitoring Program and perform associated data entry.
• Provide support to general maintenance of land and water trails.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications...

• Familiarity with plant identification and safety principles while working outdoors.
• Knowledge of environmental science, natural history, communications, environmental health or a related field.
• experience with plant invasive species removal, safe handling of pesticides, operation of field equipment (e.g. chainsaws, tractors, UTVs), unoccupied vehicle operations, volunteer coordination and hiking.
• Proficiency with Microsoft products (e.g. Excel, Word, Office).
• Understanding of water safety and First Aid/CPR certifications.
• Ability to swim.
• Experience using self-powered boats or motorboats.
• Be able to lift at least 35 pounds.
• Be tolerant of working in poor conditions (e.g., weather, biting insects, poison ivy).

Start Date…

• May 2024
• This is a part-time, grant-funded position, with potential for renewal.

Work Hours/Work Conditions…

• Up to 40 hours per week.
• May include unusual working hours (early mornings and/or late evenings) and some weekend work.
• May include conditions ranging from extreme cold/rain/snow to high heat and humidity, possible exposure to biting insects/wildlife and poisonous plants.

Please Note…

This is a 1000 hour intermittent (unclassified) position for the Office of Coastal Management. The location for this position includes:

• Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve (Huron County)

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division & in reading & speaking common English vocabulary; valid driver’s license; valid Commercial Driver’s License required if motor equipment is of type & size regulated by Section 4506.01 & 4506.12 of Ohio Revised Code.

• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Technical Skills: Data Entry, Equipment Operations, Natural Resources, Records Management, Research

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Observation

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Knowledge of equipment safety practices*; cleaning practices & procedures*; rules & procedures*. Skill in equipment operation (e.g., tractor, lawn mower, string trimmer, all-terrain vehicles, golf cart snow blower, cleaning equipment)*; use of office equipment (e.g., telephone, photocopier, fax machine, cash register, calculator, personal computer)*; hand & power tools & motorized vehicles (e.g., pick-up truck)*; equipment & vehicle general maintenance & repair*. Ability to carry out detailed, but basic written or oral instructions; add, subtract, multiply & divide whole numbers; complete routine forms; comprehend short sentences with basic, concrete vocabulary; recognize safety warnings; work alone on some tasks & cooperate with co-workers on group projects; lift up to 100 lbs.; maneuver up to 150 lbs.; answer routine telephone or face to face inquiries from public.

(*)Developed after employment.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Mohammad Yakubu, EEO Regional/Program Administrator at 614-265-6992 or [email protected].

Effective July 1, 2015 applicants must apply online for positions at all state agencies except the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD). The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

STATUS OF POSTED POSITIONS: Applicants can view the status of this position by logging into their user profile on the Ohio Hiring Management System [OHMS] Home page at the following link careers.ohio.gov, and selecting "My Profile".

NOTES: - Applicants may attach the following document types: •Microsoft Word (.doc and .docx) •PDF (.pdf), •Plain Text (.txt) •Rich Text (.rtf). Please do not upload attachments that have an anomaly or are password protected.

Background Check Information

Applicants must clearly identify how qualifications are met within the education and/or experience sections of the applications. All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will be considered as part of the application packet in addition to the fully completed civil service application, not in place of. Applicants may be required to submit transcripts or licensure(s) to support their application.