Conservation Supervisor

Description:

Works directly with Assistant Director, park managers, and other staff; collects, researches, oversees, and participates in research and implementation of park natural resource management plans. Assists in land acquisition (e.g., oversees and participates in the research and inventory of natural resources of park land and potential acquisitions). Assists with park plan/development and construction projects (e.g. wetland, planting, trails, boardwalks, park projects as assigned); fleet supervisor with equipment maintenance; serves as liaison with volunteer groups. Assists and/or directs, schedules staff in related natural resources management (e.g. develop wetland plant community, pest and nuisance/invasive plant and animal control activities, storm water management, prescribe burns, disease/insect control, reforestation, restoration, water quality test, aquatic resources, fish flora, fauna, etc.); maintenance and reporting activities associated with assignments. Develops drafts of policies, procedures, and standards; participates, assigns, and develops cross-training between parks and departments. Working/reporting location will vary due to the nature of the position requirements. Possession of a valid Ohio commercial driver’s license of the appropriate class and with the appropriate endorsement(s), possession of a pesticide applicator's license with appropriate levels.

Supervises all park personnel assigned to Natural Resources (e.g., schedules and assigns work, evaluates performance, approves leave requests, recommends hiring and discipline, recommends training, resolves employee concerns, etc.)

Establishes priorities of projects and directs implementation; evaluates the effectiveness of operations and maintenance, and initiates adjustments (e.g., new procedures, time frame, reporting, etc.). Prepares specifications for new equipment; instructs employees in proper operation and use of equipment; develops drafts of policies, procedures, and standards; participates in and assigns cross-training between departments.

Participates in the development and administration of the park budget. Performs related administrative duties (e.g., prepares budget requests, capital improvement projects, maintenance and repair projects, reports, schedules, and job lists, initiates purchasing of materials and supplies according to policy; inventories; accounts for park revenues, etc.).

Consults and cooperates with planning staff and resource management personnel on facilities development and maintenance. Prepares sketches of work to be done; assists in formulating and interpreting plans and specifications.

Represents Park District and maintains good public relations with park visitors, local neighbors, and adjoining property owners; handles minor complaints; Develops partnerships with local schools and civic groups (e.g., scouts, 4-H, etc.). Work with local elected government officials and attend public meetings.

Develops and maintains effective working relationships with local police and fire departments, service organizations, and the general public; promotes the Park District through public contact. Attend staff and board meetings to offer suggestions and provide information as requested. Implement district-wide programs and policies, serving as a lead person.

In cooperation with other departments, develops, plans, directs, organizes, reviews, and attends volunteer and interpretive programs; conducts educational seminars and interpretive programs; keeps abreast of the latest knowledge and techniques within required areas of specialization. Writes news articles for publications, including the Arrowhead.

Maintains parks and grounds (e.g., turf areas, buildings, trails, parking lots, trees, etc.); applies pesticides and fertilizers; regularly inspects parks; develops quarterly maintenance plans; assists with complex or unusual repairs on equipment; opens and closes parks as needed.

Performs a wide range of skilled, semi-skilled tasks in the field of natural resources, wetland management. Plans, directs the programs, operations, and maintenance of a reservation as well as protects park, staff, visitors, and park property in accordance with Park District rules and regulations. Assist with park management issues. Oversee programs, train others on invasive plant and nuisance animal control efforts, and natural resource management.

Creates plans, establishes natural resources, land, and wetland priorities of projects; directs and helps with implementation; prepares sketches, specifications, and plans such as boardwalks, appropriate native vegetation planting, etc. Performs inspections, ensures proper maintenance, and post-construction development.

Collects, researches, inventories, and analyzes data of the Parks District's natural resources. Assist with drafting, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive natural resource management plans within parks; submit verbal and written reports; keep records; and provide input and recommendations on the condition of the Park District's natural resources.

Assist and direct, schedules staff in related natural resource management (e.g. develop wetland plant community, pest and nuisance/invasive plant and animal control activities, storm water management, disease control, reforestation, restoration, water quality test, aquatic resources, fish flora, fauna, etc.); maintenance activities (e.g. clearing trails, parks, pruning, watering, fertilization and aeration, etc. prescribe burns, seed plantings, managing wetlands, dikes, control structures, hauling equipment and supplies, etc.); recommends types and location of trees, shrubs, grasses, etc. Develops drafts of policies, procedures, and standards; participates in and assigns cross-training between parks and departments.

Ensures adherence to all safety standards; trains staff and attends meetings (e.g., safety, programs, and training etc.). Implement district-wide programs and policies. Keeps abreast of the latest knowledge and techniques within required areas.

Performs and participates in special projects and related duties as apparent or assigned.

The classification of a Park manager includes the status of a supervisory employee. A supervisory employee is someone who has the authority, in the interest of the public employer, to assign, reward, or discipline other public employees; to responsibly direct them, address their grievances; or to effectively recommend such actions, and requires the use of independent judgment.

PAY RATE: $41,000 to $81,000, commensurate with experience.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, résumé, and application by Monday, Nov. 10.Open Until Filled. Requirements:

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in biology, natural resources, environmental science, or related field and 5 years of land management experience, or equivalent. Skill in the operation of ground maintenance equipment. Excellent customer service.

Language Skills: Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, local law enforcement agencies, community/citizens groups, other public agencies, etc. Ability to prepare meaningful, concise, and accurate reports; establish effective working relationships as supervisor of the work unit; ability to use a two-way radio. Ability to read, interpret, and convey direction and instructions from plans and sketches.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action, apply management principles to solve practical problems; ability to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.

Work Environment: While performing the regular duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee spends a portion of their time working in the shop and/or office. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Licenses, Registrations: Possession of a valid Ohio driver's license, insurable by the Parks District’s insurance carrier, and ability to conform to the driving standards policy as approved by the Board of Park Commissioners. Possess a pesticide applicator's license, core and cards, along with certified Ohio prescribed fire manager training within six months of employment.

New employees must satisfactorily complete a background check. Lorain County Metropolitan Park District policy prohibits hiring new employees who are tobacco users.

Lorain County Metro Parks is an equal opportunity employer.