Seasonal Biological Technician - Vegetation

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ABOUT US

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin.

Read on to find out more about this opportunity :

MARIN COUNTY PARKS : Marin County Parks manages 40 public parks and pathways, and 18,500 acres of open space. These public lands, which include McNears Beach, Paradise Beach, Roy's Redwoods, Bolinas Lagoon, Mount Burdell, and Ring Mountain, reflect the rich variety of ecosystems in coastal northern California.

The mission of the Marin County Parks Department is to educate, inspire, and engage the people of Marin in the shared commitment of preserving, protecting, and enriching the natural beauty of Marin's parks and open spaces, and providing recreational opportunities for the enjoyment of all generations.

Marin County Parks promotes a collaborative and supportive team-oriented work culture based on a shared mission, personal integrity, and positive attitude.

As the stewards of their public lands, we are committed to ongoing engagement and relationship-building with the people and communities we serve.

Parks' priorities are guided by this community dialogue. These include :

Park facilities maintenance and improvements

Open space road and trail management and improvements

Vegetation management for wildfire risk reduction and ecosystem health, in partnership with regional fire departments, the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority, and natural resource scientists

Climate change and sea-level rise resilience

Equity

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Conservation Science program is now recruiting for up two Seasonal Vegetation Technicians for the 2025 Season. We are looking for people who would enjoy working in our vegetation program from February through October.

The Vegetation Technicians' time will be distributed as follows :

50% Crew Lead : Provide oversight for a crew of up to six seasonal assistants, focused on the management of invasive plant species in Marin open space preserves.

Technician will assist the Vegetation Specialist with project planning and scoping, coordinating crew needs and logistics, and promoting safe and effective field work practices.

This role may assist with on-the-job trainings covering relevant skills, tools, gear, or equipment.

50% Early Detection / Rapid Response : Surveying for early detection invasive plant species and conducting rapid response weed management treatments.

Additional tasks may include conducting vegetation surveys for rare plant populations, priority weed infestations, and project areas.

There will be opportunities to support other programs or teams. Additional tasks for all Conservation Science seasonal staff may include treating invasive plants, restoration planting activities, working with volunteers, monitoring and collecting plant and wildlife population data, mapping and recording work completed using GPS / GIS, data entry / processing, writing monitoring protocols and summary reports, maintaining tools and equipment, general park maintenance and other tasks as needed.

Tasks are subject to change during COVID and wildfire season, seasonal staff should have the ability to be flexible during these times.

ABOUT YOU

Highly Qualified Candidates will be willing to perform tasks both indoors and outdoors in a variety of open space settings and have experience working independently and providing support on more complex projects and teams.

They will have experience or a willingness to learn four-wheel drive vehicle operations, power and hand tool use, digital mapping and data collection techniques, ArcGIS, local plant identification, familiarity with local vegetation communities, summarizing and communicating progress and work performed.

They will have experience working independently and providing support and input on projects and teams, and experience working with vegetation management.

Familiarity with the local flora and habitat restoration concepts applicable to the Bay Area region and a valid applicator license or certificate from the California Department of Pesticide Regulation is also highly desirable.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of : Depending on assignment

Principles and practices of natural resources management, including weed management, habitat restoration, and wildlife monitoring.

Local flora and fauna; historical and geological resources and methods; techniques of wildland resources protection and restoration;

and Marin County Parks lands and boundaries.

The operation and minor maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools and light equipment.

Use, handling, application of and safety equipment for use with herbicides.

Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.

Modern office practices, methods, computer equipment, and basic computer applications.

English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.

Ability to : Depending on assignment

Read, interpret, and apply technical information from manuals, drawings, specifications, layouts, blueprints, and schematics.

Operate modern office equipment including computer, GPS equipment and GIS software, and cloud-based databases.

Conduct field surveys in remote locations.

Safely and effectively use and operate a variety of hand and power tools and specialized motorized equipment as required for the work.

Establish and maintain positive cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work at all levels, including the general public, with a focus on quality service to internal staff and community stakeholders.

Use sound independent judgement when interpreting and applying the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.

Prepare and maintain accurate records and materials related to work.

Train and inspect the work of others and maintain established quality control standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate has six months of experience in biological monitoring, wildlife surveying, habitat assessments, vegetation mapping and management, or trail management.

Completion of 12 semester units or 18 quarter units of training and / or education in environmental science, forest / wildlife ecology, or biological science may be substituted for the experience outlined above.

Certificates and Licenses

Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving history as obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles is required at time of appointment.

Depending on assignment, may be required to obtain a Pest Control Applicator Certificate during appointment.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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Testing and Eligible List : Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list.

LiveScan : Candidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff's Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment.

A pre-placement physical examination given at County expense is also required prior to appointment.

Physical Demands : Must have the ability to perform heavy physical labor and lift materials weighing up to 40 pounds and heavier weights with proper equipment.

Disaster Service Workers : All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109).

Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer : If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.

If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Anthony Wesley [email protected].

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