Natural Land Management Technician
Job Location:
Waukesha, WI - USA
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Job Summary
SALARY RANGE
$14.15 - $19.70WORK ASSIGNMENT DETAILS
This position is available for up to 40 hours per week beginning as soon as October 12 2026 through December 31 2026. The standard work schedule is Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. However the Natural Land Management Technician will be expected to work some evenings and weekends. County Vehicle is provided for use during work hours. Preference will be given to candidates available to work a full 40-hour schedule. However applicants who can commit to at least 24 hours per week will also be considered.
CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION
Work withNatural Resource Program CoordinatorandNatural Land Management Park Maintenance Workerto conductecological restoration andnatural resource inventories(flora/fauna)of Park System natural areasincluding but not limited to invasive species control prescribed burning tree planting andnative seeding.
Assist withGIS mappingusing ESRI applicationsof invasive species rare native plants and wildlife within park system natural areas.
Work withNatural Land Management Park Maintenance WorkerVolunteer & Community Development Coordinator Park Foremen andNatural Resource Program Coordinatorto developnaturallandmanagement work projects forvolunteergroups.The candidate will help execute these projects in the field either alone or in a group.
Serve asaCrew Leader for volunteer projects having a cheery welcoming disposition while greeting groupson site giving instructions on project details monitoring work from start to finish cleaning up afterwards and providing summary of workaccomplishedto Park staff.
Conduct regular equipment maintenance including but not limited to tool sharpening cleaning and basic small engine maintenance.
Maintain recordsofnaturallandmanagementprojectaccomplishments equipment inventory volunteer recordsherbicide usageWaukesha County forms timesheets regular email correspondenceproject listsetc.
- Current student or recentgraduate in Natural Resources Environmental StudiesConservationor relatedfield.
- Effectively work on a team orindependently on projectsEngageand overseeindividual volunteers and/or groupsto complete projects
- Be able to readand understand the Natural Land Management Plansfor Waukesha County Park Systemnatural areas.
- Plantidentificationskills aredesired.
- Pesticide applicators license (Right-of-ways & Natural Areas 6.0) is desired.Required to obtainwithin one month ofhiring date.
- Experience in the operation of power tools / equipment is desired.
- Reliable transportation to and from work.
- Flexibility and ability to adapt to a schedule that may change weekly and a willingness to be helpful in various areas of the parks.
*Pleasebe sure toinclude resume and cover letter withapplication.
About Us:
Waukesha County prides itself on operating in a business-like manner and is recognized as a leader delivering high quality services with competence and skill. With our vision of Leading the Way we value teamwork and collaboration ethics and diversity communication efficiency and cost savings innovation and the wellbeing of our staff and the citizens we serve. Employees are provided professional development opportunities and encouragement to learn and practice continuous improvement and LEAN principles as we regularly ask ourselves Is there a better way
Location:
Located in the City of Waukesha our campus offers an on-site fitness center free parking and easy access to interstate highway systems. Waukesha County offers a perfect blend of urban and rural living where one can enjoy the benefits of quiet rural lake communities or opt for nearby attractions that the greater Milwaukee area offers including vast beach and park systems public markets performing arts music festivals and sports including the Milwaukee Admirals Brewers Bucks Wave Marquette University Golden Eagles and the UW-Milwaukee Panthers Basketball programs.
EEO:
Waukesha County is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment and adheres to all Federal State and County Equal Employment Opportunity laws policies plans rules regulations and ordinances. The County recognizes and accepts its important leadership role in providing for equal employment/service opportunities. It is the express policy of Waukesha County to promote equal employment opportunity among all who are employed by Waukesha County and who seek employment with Waukesha County.
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The County does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Required Experience:
IC
