Habitat Management Technician ; Seasonal PT

Spend your summer making a difference.

The Sustainability Department is seeking motivated Seasonal Habitat Technicians to support ACCGov's environmental programs and green initiatives. If you enjoy being outside, working with the Athens community, and making a real impact, this is the summer role (May–August) for you.

• REPORTS TO: Ecological Resources Coordinator
• FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
• CLASSIFICATION: PT/NB Serves at the discretion of the Sustainability Director
• PAY GRADE: 110
• SAFETY SENSITIVE: Yes

Purpose of Job

The purpose of this position is to provide technical support for the management of natural lands in Athens-Clarke County, with an emphasis on invasive plant management and habitat rehabilitation. Duties include, but are not limited to, chemical and mechanical removal of invasive plant species, habitat restoration and monitoring, and assisting with other activities of the Sustainability Department.

• Provide technical support for the management of natural lands, including invasive plant management and habitat rehabilitation.
• Conduct invasive plant management utilizing a variety of methods, including chemical and mechanical removal, with minimal to no damage to native species in the area.
• Geospatial documentation of herbicide treatments and habitat management using tools such as GPS, Survey 123, and Avenza.
• Assist with restoration activities and monitoring, including planting and seeding of native species.
• May assist with prescribed burns by preparing fire breaks and participating in prescribed burn activities.
• Assist with habitat maintenance activities such as debris removal, brush cutting, perimeter marking, fence and gate repair.
• May assist with or give guided field trips on various ACC-owned conservation lands.

• Knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of the Sustainability Department.
• Knowledge of basic habitat management techniques, invasive species management, plant ecology and/or wildlife biology.
• Knowledge of native and non-native plant identification.
• Knowledge of all applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards and regulations pertaining to the duties and responsibilities of the job, especially those pertaining to herbicide application.
• Ability to operate hand tools and power tools such as chain saws, trimmers, reciprocating saws and drills.
• Ability to perform computer-based work.
• Ability to use GPS and ESRI GIS products for mapping and data entry.
• Ability to work effectively with others and independently.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with fellow employees, members of the general public, and all other groups involved in the activities of the department.
• Ability to handle required mathematical calculations and formulations for herbicide application.
• Ability to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear and effective manner.
• Ability to work outdoors, in varying weather conditions, where encounters with snakes, biting insects, etc. are common.
• Ability to work around flames and smoke.

• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  
  Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment, including computers, office equipment, land conservation equipment, scientific and research tools, geospatial tools, forestry tools, prescribed fire tools, and other equipment associated with major areas of responsibility. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires walking, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, kneeling, balancing, fingering, grasping, feeling, seeing, talking, hearing, and a high level of dexterity.
  
  Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 50 pounds of force frequently. Physical demand levels are those of heavy work.
• Must accommodate temperature and weather extremes, strong odors, poisonous agents, smoke/dust/pollen, wetness/humidity, animals/wildlife, biting/stinging insects, noise, vibrations, and machinery.
• Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including specialized wildland fire PPE, when engaged in certain tasks.
• ADA minimum qualifications: see job posting for full details.

EEO Information
ACCGov is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ACCGov is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.