Natural Resource Aide

The position offers opportunities to Story County in implementing it's natural resource program. Major emphasis is on native vegetation management, reconstruction, and restoration in prairie remnants, and other natural areas. Assigned tasks will utilize the latest trends in natural resource and vegetation management. Opportunities exist to interact with private landowners and other conservation departments as well as attend workshops and seminars.

The natural resource aide will plant native vegetation, conduct prescribed burns, control brush and invasive species, mow, and apply herbicide. Other tasks include: harvesting prairie seed, using chainsaws, maintaining tools, equipment, and facilities, and performing general maintenance. The natural resource aide must maintain working relationships with the public and other employees.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a current, valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain a pesticide applicator's certificate within the first month of employment. Skills to understand and recognize Iowa's native flora and fauna are desired.

Employees will undergo a post-offer pre-employment driving record, background check, and drug screen. Work entails daily outdoor physical labor for extended periods of time in all weather conditions.

Provide own transportation to Hickory Grove Park and occasionally to work sites, purchase and wear OSHA approved safety-toed puncture resistant footwear, be available to work M-F between the hours of 7:00 – 3:30 with occasional evening and weekend duties.

Story County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered a position with Story County must complete Section 1 of Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity.