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Job Posting
Before applying, please read descriptions in full.
Available positions:
Temporary Invasive Species Technicians – Ballston
Spa, NY
As part of CCE Saratoga’s Capital Region Partnership for Regional
Invasive Species Management (PRISM) program Invasive Species Technicians help
prevent the spread of invasive species by conducting early detection surveys,
collecting data, and by performing removal of invasive species and landscape
restoration techniques. Technicians also
assist in educating the public on invasive species topics.
Invasive Species Technicians typically work for 12-14 weeks
between May and August; dates may vary depending on program needs. Typical work schedules are Monday through
Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm with a 30-minute unpaid meal period; schedules
can vary depending on the weather and travel time. Technicians work throughout the greater
Capital Region including portions of the northern Catskills and Southern
Adirondacks.
Required
Qualifications
- At least two years
of college education in a natural resource field (e.g., environmental sciences,
natural resource management, ecology, restoration sciences, conservation
management, forestry, biology, environmental education, water resources,
aquatic and fisheries science, water resources, etc.) or other related fields
- Experience relevant
to the role of the position.
- Ability to help
ensure diverse, equitable, and inclusive programs.
- Travel Requirements:
Ability to meet frequent travel requirements associated with this position. A
valid NYS driver's license with the ability to drive and driving record
acceptable for Association insurance coverage are required.
- Ability to work
flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
Occasional overnight travel.
- Program Skills:
Serve as an effective subject matter resource. Ability to effectively participate
in professional team efforts.
- Communication
Skills: Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with the
public, volunteers, employees and others. Ability to relate effectively to co-workers, advisors, community and
professional leaders.
- Technology Skills:
Proficiency or ability to learn and effectively use software including use of
the internet, program related software, and Microsoft Office Suite including
Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel. Survey 1,2,3 and Arc GIS Applications
on a provided tablet
- Work Environment: In
addition to the Working Conditions; the work environment characteristics
described here are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. This position
frequently works in outdoors, natural environment settings with exposure to
extreme heat, precipitation, humidity, and cold. This position frequently walks and hikes on
trails over varied, uneven terrain and elevations. This position frequently
uses tools and equipment like shovels, pulaskis, weed whackers, brush cutters,
etc. This position frequently lifts, moves, carries, and transports program
equipment and materials. This position
wears personal protective equipment while performing some job functions,
including but not limited to Tyvek suits. This position frequently performs invasive species removal and
restoration techniques including manually removing, moving, position small
trees and shrubs, including those which can irritate skin (e.g. Giant Hogweed).
Preferred
Qualifications
- Degree in
environmental science, natural resource management, ecology, restoration
sciences, conservation management, forestry, biology, aquatic and fisheries
science, wildlife technology, freshwater science, water resources, or related
field.
- Experience in
plant and or tree identification.
- Prior public
speaking and writing experience.
- Prior
conservation, biology, or forest technician experience.
- Working knowledge
of ArcGIS applications, iMapInvasives and/or Survey 123 applications.
Position
Details
This is a temporary, part-time (37.5 hours/week), nonexempt
position. Compensation paid at the rate of $19.00 per hour.
All applications
must be received on-line by March 29, 2023. Position closing dates may change
based on Association needs. To apply and for further details:
Aquatic Invasive Species Watercraft Stewards &
Lead Stewards – Along the Hudson and Mohawk Rivers, NY
As part of CCE Saratoga’s Capital Region Partnership for Regional
Invasive Species Management (PRISM) program, Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS)
Watercraft Stewards provide public education and outreach at boat launches
regarding statewide Clean, Drain, Dry practices in order to help prevent the
spread of aquatic invasive species. Watercraft Stewards collect research data
daily from interactions with the public using the Survey123 Watercraft
Inspection Steward Program Application (WISPA).
The Capital Region PRISM includes Albany, Columbia, Greene,
Herkimer, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, and Washington
counties
WATERCRAFT STEWARDS work independently at various boat launch
locations throughout the Capital Region PRISM.
LEAD WATERCRAFT STEWARDS assist in providing oversight to
Watercraft Stewards. Lead Stewards work independently and travel frequently
between various boat launch locations throughout the Capital Region PRISM
region.
Watercraft
Stewards and Lead Stewards work on a full-time, seasonal (temporary) basis from
May through September. Work schedules are typically Thursday-Monday, including
holidays, from 7:00 am – 3:30 pm with a 30-minute meal period, though schedules
may also vary depending on program needs.
The Watercraft
Steward program runs from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, with several
days of required programmatic training
on May 19, 22, and 23, 2023.
Required
Qualifications
-
Stewards - High
School Diploma or GED. At least 18 years of age. Experience, knowledge,
coursework or an interest in a career in a natural resource or education field
(e.g., environmental sciences, environmental education, interpretation,
education, natural resource policy, natural resource management, water
resources, forestry, etc.) or other related field.
-
Lead
Stewards - At least two years of college education in a natural resource or
education field (e.g., environmental sciences, environmental education,
interpretation, education, natural resource policy, natural resource
management, water resources, forestry, etc.) or other related field.
- Ability to work independently at program boat
launch sites.
- Ability to work a full-time schedule, Thursday
through Monday, including weekends and holidays.
-
Stewards - Ability
to meet occasional travel requirements associated with this position. A valid
NYS driver's license with the ability to drive and driving record acceptable
for agency insurance coverage are required.
-
Lead Stewards
-
Ability to meet frequent travel requirements associated with this position. A
valid NYS driver's license with the ability to drive and driving record
acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
- Commitment to helping deliver diverse, equitable,
and inclusive programs.
- Program Skills: Ability to effectively deliver
related AIS programs. Ability demonstrate and teach AIS prevention techniques.
Serve as an effective subject matter resource. Maintain program data
confidentiality. Ability to effectively participate in professional team
efforts, including frequent collaboration with staff, volunteers, and outside
organizations.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal
communication, writing, and environmental interpretation skills. Ability to
communicate effectively through oral, written, and visual channels and
educational tools. Ability to frequently and effectively communicate with
recreational boaters, anglers, other park patrons, employees, and others.
- Computer Skills: Experience with or ability to
learn internet, email and computer-based software. Prior experience using a
tablet or the ability to learn how to use a tablet for WISPA data collection is
required.
- Work Environment: In addition to the Working
Conditions, the work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals to perform the essential functions. This position works constantly
at outdoor boat launch sites and in weather conditions including exposure to
the sun, extreme heat, wind, water, precipitation, and cold.This position frequently lifts, moves or
transports program supplies and materials. This position frequently stands and
walks and frequently positions self (e.g. pulling, bending, reaching, touching,
kneeling, using hands to feel/reach) while inspecting watercraft and/or
demonstrating proper AIS preventative watercraft cleaning and launching
techniques. This position requires the ability to safely operate small manually
operated watercraft (e.g. kayak, canoe, etc.). This position frequently
performs and demonstrates AIS surveying and removal techniques (e.g. rake toss,
etc.).
Preferred
Qualifications
- College degree or coursework in a natural
resource or education field (e.g., biology, conservation management, aquatic
and fisheries science, fisheries and wildlife technology, environmental
biology, water and wetland resources, freshwater science, environmental
sciences, environmental education, interpretation, education, natural
resources, natural resource management, water resources, forestry, etc.) or
other related field.
-
Lead
Stewards - Previous supervisory experience.
Compensation
Compensation of $18.25 per
hour for Watercraft Stewards. Compensation of $18.50 per hour for Lead Stewards.
To
Apply & For Further Details
Applicants are
encouraged to apply as soon as possible or by March 10, 2023, however, this posting will remain open until
positions are filled. Position closing dates may also change based on
Association needs.
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