CONSERVATION STAFF SPECIALIST 1

Announcement Number: 48851 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 09/13/2024 Recruiter:
DANIEL LABARBERA
Email: d.labarbera@admin.nv.gov Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied

** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
The Position

Conservation Staff Specialists assist in developing, formulating, and coordinating programs, policies and procedures related to areas such as resource management, safety and training, fire management and policy management pertinent to the assigned area of natural resource management, preservation, conservation and protection.

Under general supervision, Conservation Staff Specialist Is, on a regional basis, develop, formulate, and coordinate programs, policies and procedures related to the assigned area of natural resource management, preservation, conservation and protection.

This is primarily a field work position to assist the park with all conservation objectives. Aide with projects geared toward the park's conservation, restoration, biology, and recreation objectives. Will actively participate in weed and other noxious vegetation inventory and removal. Will function as lead on numerous conservation plans, includes spraying, mechanical removal, handwork, and other means to combat invasive and noxious species, including weeds, Russian Olives, mosquitos. Conduct various vegetation projects, park beautification, irrigation projects, do field surveys, weed inventory, weed abatement, trail enhancements, tree health. Seek and help administer conservation related grants and other funding opportunities within conservation program objectives, such as inventory and order chemicals and tools needed to achieve conservation objectives. Use GIS, Tremble units, Scout software to track weed inventory. Organize and share weed inventory information with appropriate other agencies. May function as liaison with contractors or other businesses with conservation related projects (i.e., Manpower, Walker Basin Conservancy, Great Basin Institute, on trail building contractors, special organizations, and events such as NICCA Mountain Bike group). Will work to propagate new plant materials, organize, and maintain the park greenhouse. Will actively assist the Park Supervisor with ranch lease management, rotation plans, water rights, fence maintenance, and protection of riparian areas. Assist the Park with public outreach, education, special events.

To Qualify:

In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in biology, ecology, environmental studies, environmental science, fire management, forestry, geology, natural resource management, parks management, or related field and two years of professional experience in a relevant resource management field that included assisting in developing, formulating, and coordinating programs, policies and procedures; coordinating special grant programs and/or contracts; and coordinating training programs; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and four years of professional experience as described above; OR one year of experience as a Biologist II, Conservation Crew Supervisor III, Conservation Staff Specialist Trainee II, Fire Captain, Forester II, Nursery Specialist II, or Park Ranger II (Non-Commissioned) in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes May be required to work varying hours and shifts including holidays, weekends and evenings. Special Requirements Requires a valid driver's license at the time of appointment and for continuing employment. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following:
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: https://pebp.nv.gov/
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
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Northern Nevada
515 East Musser Street,
First Floor
Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204

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