Employer Athens-Clarke County, Sustainability Department Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Job DescriptionProvide technical support for the management of natural lands in Athens-Clarke County, with an emphasis on invasive plant management and habitat rehabilitation. Duties include, but are not limited to, chemical and mechanical removal of invasive plant species, habitat restoration activities and monitoring, as well as assisting with other activities of the Sustainability Department. ResponsibilitiesProvide technical support for the management of natural lands, including invasive plant management and habitat rehabilitation.Conduct invasive plant management utilizing a variety of methods, including chemical and mechanical removal, with minimal to no damage to native species in the area.Geospatial documentation of herbicide treatments and habitat management using tools such as GPS, Survey 123, and Avenza.Assist with restoration activities and monitoring, including planting and seeding of native species.Assists with prescribed burns by preparing fire breaks and participating in prescribed burn activities.Assist with habitat maintenance activities such as debris removal, brush cutting, perimeter marking, fence and gate repair.May assist with or give guided field trips on various ACC-owned conservation lands. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of the Sustainability Department.Knowledge of basic habitat management techniques, invasive species management, plant ecology and/or wildlife biology.Knowledge of native and non-native plant identification.Knowledge of all applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards and regulations pertaining to the duties and responsibilities of the job, especially those pertaining to herbicide application.Ability to operate hand tools and power tools such as chain saws, trimmers, reciprocating saws and drills.Ability to perform computer-based work.Ability to use GPS and ESRI GIS products for mapping and data entry.Ability to work effectively with others and independently.Ability to effectively communicate and interact with fellow employees, members of the general public, and all other groups involved in the activities of the office.Ability to work outdoors, in varying weather conditions, where encounters with snakes, biting insects, etc. are common.Ability to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear and effective manner.Ability to handle required mathematical calculations and formulations for herbicide application.Minimum Required ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent with six months of landscaping, forestry, agricultural or general outdoor work experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.Must possess a valid driver’s license.Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Georgia Commercial Pesticide Applicator License within 6 months of employment.May be required to work on religious holidays. Regular and predictable attendance is required. Must work cooperatively with others. When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness, and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC’s safe driving policy.To apply and read full job posting, please click on provided link. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis. Job Field: Forestry Parks, Recreation and Tourism Wildlife GIS/Technology Job Type: Part Time Location Detail: Athens, GA Salary: $17.57 hourly, 20-25 hours/week Job Benefits: None. Application Deadline: Wed, 05/14/2025 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/athensclarke/jobs/4907558/part-time-habi…
