Conservation Technician III – Delaware Seashore

State of Delaware - DNREC/Division of Natural Resources; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Delaware - DNREC/Division of Natural Resources in Dover seeks a Conservation Technician III to maintain the cleanliness, safety, and appearance of park facilities and grounds, including campgrounds, restrooms, beaches, and trails.

Duties include routine maintenance, operation of equipment, staff oversight, and assisting with projects while ensuring compliance with department policies and safety rules. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in basic grounds and building maintenance practices.
• Six months experience in groundskeeping and maintenance trades.
• Six months’ experience as lead worker overseeing others.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily janitorial and grounds maintenance at state park facilities.
• Operate and maintain equipment and vehicles used on grounds and beaches.
• Provide information to the public about agency initiatives and programs.
• Complete standard forms and maintain logs and inventories.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Hand tools safety

Leadership experience

Tools

Power tools

Equipment operation

Job description

Introduction

Summary Statement

This position is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and appearance of Delaware Seashore State Park facilities and grounds. Duties include daily janitorial services in campgrounds, bathhouses, restrooms, offices, and other park facilities; grounds maintenance on beaches, trails, and parking lots; and maintenance and repair of park vehicles and equipment. The position may assist with projects, train staff, oversee seasonal employees or volunteers, and ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations.rn

Career Ladder

Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level.rn

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.rnrn Applies conservation and preservation principles and practices in support of the management of the state’s natural resources which includes such activities as propagating, seeding, transplanting, cultivating, harvesting and care of trees, flowers, shrubs, lawns and crops to include turf/grounds management, pest management, herbicide/fertilizer application, layout and design, assessment of soil composition and environmental conditions.rn rn Performs maintenance and repairs in a variety of labor/trades fields such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, welding, construction, grounds maintenance and assists higher level personnel on large scale projects.rn rn Operates marine, land-based and construction equipment and vehicles.rn rn Maintains and repairs a variety of equipment/vehicles.rn rn Provides information to the public as requested or responds to inquiries regarding agency initiatives/programs.rn rn Ensures the safe usage of state owned, managed, and/or maintained grounds and facilities by the public.rn rn Completes standard forms/applications; maintains records and reports detailing daily activity, tool and equipment inventory, fuel and service logs and related activities. rnrn

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Conservation Technician IIIrnApplicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:rnDepartment of Natural Resources and Environmental Control: Division of Parks:rnrnrn Two years’ experience in basic grounds and building maintenance practices and safe use of hand tools and equipment.rn Six months experience in performing a variety of groundskeeping, mechanical, and building maintenance trades work.rn Six months’ experience performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others.rn Possession of a valid Driver’s License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).rnrnrnrn

Additional Posting Information

rnThis posting may be closed on or before the listed closing date upon filling the vacant position(s).rn

Conditions of Hire

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.rnApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.rnCriminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.rnrnrnrnThis position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.rnrnrnrnFunctional Capability Evaluation: Upon a conditional offer, you must take a Functional Capability Evaluation to assess your strength and agility to meet the physical requirements of the position.rnAll applicants must read the detailed physical requirements for this position which is located at https://statejobs.delaware.gov/explore/fce.shtml and the file is named Division of Parks and Recreation, rn

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.rnOnce you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.rn

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. rnIndividuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling [phone] or by visiting delawarerelay.com. rnIf you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call [phone] or email [e-mail] State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. rn