Field Habitat Management Technician

Athens Clarke County

Athens (GA)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 34,000

Part time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Athens-Clarke County Government seeks a part-time Ecological Resources Coordinator to provide technical support for natural lands management, focusing on invasive species control and habitat restoration. You will assist with restoration activities, monitoring, planting native species, and supporting prescribed burns, debris removal, and field trips on ACC-owned lands.

Must have a HS diploma and driver’s license; knowledge of GIS and herbicide regulations is a plus.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent with outdoor work experience.
Knowledge of habitat management and invasive species basics.
Ability to operate hand and power tools; basic herbicide calculation knowledge.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support for management of natural lands, including invasive plant management and habitat rehabilitation.
Conduct invasive plant management using chemical and mechanical methods with minimal damage to native species.
Geospatial documentation of herbicide treatments and habitat management using GPS, Survey 123, and ESRI GIS.
Assist with restoration activities and monitoring, including planting and seeding of native species.
Assist with prescribed burns by preparing fire breaks and participating in burn activities.
Assist with habitat maintenance activities such as debris removal and fence/gate repair.
May assist with guided field trips on ACC-owned conservation lands.