HIRING FULL-TIME Wildlife/Forestry Specialist

The Guernsey Soil & Water Conservation District is seeking applications for the position of Wildlife/Forestry Specialist.

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:  Providing education, technical assistance, and field assistance to landowners/operators and units of government, primarily in wildlife and forestry issues.  The position also coordinates educational programming in Guernsey county school systems.

Applicants should have Minimum of 2 year degree and/or experience wildlife, forestry, or natural resources management or related field. Candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Office and preferably have experience using ArcGIS software.  Salary range from $22,880 - $29,120 (plus benefits) commensurate on degree and experience.

RESUME AND COVER LETTER MUST BE RECEIVED BY 4:00 P.M. ON AUGUST 9, 2013

Guernsey Soil & Water Conservation District

9711 East Pike, Cambridge, OH  43725

Telephone:  740-432-5624          Fax:  740-432-2833

lrodenfels@guernseycounty.org

Vacancy Announcement – Wildlife/Forestry Specialist

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Provide technical assistance to and education of individual landowners to solve issues related to human/wildlife conflict or habitat enhancement for wildlife.

• Due to grant funding from the Ohio department of Natural Resources – Division of Wildlife, this position will work with the ODNR-DOW Wildlife Officer to assist in such programs and activities as are agreed upon between the district and ODNR in the grant.

• Plan and conduct tours, field days, technical workshops, public viewing of demonstrations including forestry field days, BMP workshops, logger certification, and wildlife clinics.

• Coordinate overall conservation education programs of the district to Guernsey county adults and youth.

• Work with the DPA to develop communication of district programs through social media.

• Investigate Silviculture House Bill 88 sediment complaints, enter information into SWIMS and report findings to board of supervisors.  Follow up with any state agencies as necessary.

• Review Timber Notice of intent (NOI) sites and provide report to board of supervisors.  Follow up on site visit to ensure that the plan is being followed.

• Responsible for scheduling repair and maintenance of district vehicles and rental equipment. (i.e. trucks, drill, seeder, winch, trailers)

• Represent the District at meetings of local, state and federal agencies and organizations as directed.

• Attend monthly board meetings and/or other meetings as designated by the DPA and /or Board of Supervisors.

• Keep abreast of all federal, state, and local laws that affect the conservation work within the district.

• Prepare and maintain all records, reports, and forms as required.  This includes the computerized payroll and data collection system, currently known as SWIMS.

• Must comply with all of the district’s policies (i.e. Employment Policy, this position description)

• Must demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.

• Perform all other duties as assigned by the DPA or board of supervisors.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 2 year degree in wildlife, forestry, or natural resources management or related field.

• Experience with presenting educational programs to both adult and youth audiences.

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form; exercise sound judgment; use time and organizational skills wisely; be groomed and dressed appropriately as to reflect well on the Guernsey SWCD; cooperate with co-workers; receive and implement instructions from DPA and board of supervisors; communicate and work well with landowners without discrimination. 

• Ability to operate field equipment (survey equipment, water quality monitoring equipment, GPS data collector, digital camera, etc.) with guidance and training.

• Familiarity with popular computer software (including, but not limited to, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher) and willingness to learn new applications. 

• Must be insurable for government vehicle operation and have a valid Ohio driver’s license. 

• Ability to pass a background check in order to use county and federal computer system.

WORKING CONDITIONS 

• Occasionally performs duties during inclement weather.

• Required to lift and carry necessary equipment; walk over uneven, steep ground; cross fences.

• Required to transport district rental equipment using district vehicles.

• Required to work in close proximity to construction equipment while in operation.

• Required to attend evening and weekend meetings on occasion within and outside the county.

PERFORMANCE REVIEW

A formal performance review will be conducted annually by the DPA.  During this review, salary advancement and items concerning the employee’s professional growth and employment are discussed.   At this time, a set of goals for the coming year which meet with the goals of the district will be discussed and agreed upon.  

Salary and Benefits:

Salary will be commensurate with experience, qualifications and available funding. Salary range will be from $22,880 - $29,120.   Employee will be under the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System and will be eligible for vacation, sick leave, and the County health insurance benefits.

Application Deadline:

Anyone interested in the position should submit a resume (with at least three references) to the Guernsey SWCD along with a cover letter to the SWCD’s address listed at the top of this job description by August 9, 2013.  Applications may be faxed, mailed, or emailed.