Deadline: Fri, 08/05/2022 - 12:00pm Employer: Athens - Clarke County Unified Government Job Field: Water and Soil Resources Policy/Administrative Other Job Type: Full Time Location: Georgia Location Detail: Athens Job Description: Purpose of Job The Ecological Resources Coordinator works to promote sustainable stewardship of natural areas across Athens-Clarke County by leading a stewardship planning and implementation process for the Unified Government—the second largest property owner in Clarke County. Responsibilities fall into 4 major categories: Facilitating the Creation and Implementation of a Community Vision; Coalition and Partnership building, and Community Engagement; Interpretation and Technical Expertise; and Administrative Responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: developing and coordinating the implementation of long-term stewardship plans for conservation properties; coordinating Land Conservation Program acquisitions and easements; administering and/or facilitating associated volunteer, education/interpretation activities and programs related to ecological and land-based historical and cultural resources; identifying, managing, and supplementing the internal and external resources available for program management; working cooperatively across the Unified Government and throughout the community; assisting the Sustainability Office with the implementation of long-term goals; and completing other duties as assigned. This position utilizes a broad range of knowledge, skills, and abilities that cross several disciplines. Thus, it is not expected that a candidate will be proficient in all areas. During employment both, self-initiated and employer-provided training is available to help employees achieve the proficiency and expertise needed in areas where they are deficient. A desire and willingness to learn is critical to this position. Qualifications: Job Related Requirements WORK SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm; routine evening, weekend, and some holiday work require to meet seasonal needs and goals/mission of the unit/job. May be required to work on evenings, weekends or holidays. Must work cooperatively with others and have a demonstrated history of building community coalitions. Must be able plan, coordinate, and implement initiatives, programs, and projects, including all levels of logistics. Regular and predictable attendance is required. MINIMUM TRAINING & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in physical or natural sciences or natural resources, such as forestry, wildlife biology, ecology, natural area management, parks management, landscape architecture, environmental policy, environmental restoration, or a related field, with four years of experience in one or more of the following areas/disciplines: environmental stewardship and/or natural areas management; coalition/partnership-building and community engagement; providing interpretation and technical expertise; and/or administrative and management experience; 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 have or be able to obtain, within 1 year, proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS within two years of hire, an associate’s level certification, and within 6 years, a professional level certification in one or more of the following: Certified/State Registered Forester, Certified Wildlife Biologist, Certified Ecologist, Certified Arborist, Certified Landscape Architect, Certified Parks and Recreation Professional, or other equivalent natural resource conservation certification. Must have, or be able to obtain within three years of hire: Certification as a Georgia Forestry Commission Prescribed Burner, Wildland Firefighter Type II, or equivalent or higher certification. National Incident Management System (NIMS) certificates in ICS 100, 200, 300, and 400. Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License; A Master’s degree is preferred and will count toward experience (ex: a related Master’s degree counts as 1 year of experience). Certificates in areas such as GIS, sustainability, native plants, and others related to the job duties preferred. Miscellaneous: N/A Salary: $55,063.00 - $65,593.00 Annually Benefits: https://accgov.com/434/Benefits How to Apply: APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://www.accgov.com/jobs 375 Satula Avenue Human Resources Department Athens, GA 30601 706-613-3090 Position #2022-U182 ECOLOGICAL RESOURCES COORDINATOR
