Natural Resources Technician 1 (Intermittent) - Magee Marsh Wildlife Area Visitor Center

State of Ohio; Ohio; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in natural resources is seeking a Natural Resources Technician to join their team at the Magee Marsh Wildlife Area Visitor Center. This part-time role involves overseeing visitor interactions, supporting volunteers, and maintaining the grounds. You'll engage with the community through various conservation programs, making a positive impact on local wildlife and natural habitats. If you are passionate about nature and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the preservation of Ohio's natural resources while gaining valuable experience in wildlife management.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

Paid time off

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities

Public Retirement Systems

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and Commercial Driver's License required for certain equipment.
• Formal education in arithmetic and English vocabulary is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily activities and visitor interactions at the Magee Marsh Visitor Center.
• Assist with conservation education programming for youth and adults.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Focus

Education

Formal education in arithmetic

Tools

Power Tools

Lawn Mowers

Herbicides

Pressure Washers

Job description

Job Description - Natural Resources Technician 1 (Intermittent) - Magee Marsh Wildlife Area Visitor Center (250000VC)

Organization

Natural Resources

Agency Contact Name and Information: [e-mail] or 614-265-6986

Unposting Date

Feb 12, 2025, 4:59:00 AM

Primary Location

United States of America - OHIO - Ottawa County - Oak Harbor

Compensation: $18.63/hour

Schedule

Part-time

Work Hours: Varies

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Wildlife

Technical Skills: Equipment Operations, General Maintenance

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Customer Focus

Agency Overview

Who we are:

Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more.

Job Description

We are accepting applications for Natural Resources Technician 1 - Magee Marsh Wildlife Area Visitor Center (2 positions available - Ottawa County) within the Division of Wildlife. The address is 13229 W. State Route 2, Oak Harbor, OH 43449. To learn more about the Division of Wildlife and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, please visit Magee Marsh Wildlife Area.

What you will do...

• Overseeing daily activities, janitorial duties, and visitor interactions at the Magee Marsh Visitor Center.
• Providing support and assistance for volunteers in the visitor center.
• Other duties include landscaping, ground and trail maintenance, operating power tools, lawn mowers, spraying herbicides, and pressure washers.
• Assisting with conservation education programming for youth and adults including but not limited to birding, archery, fishing, kayaking, and wetland activities.
• Participating in habitat manipulation and assisting area staff with special projects including baiting and banding of waterfowl on the wildlife area.
• This position requires working weekend hours.

Duration...

• March 2025 - October 2025

Work Hours/Work Conditions...

• Variable, up to 32 hours/week (Typically 8 hour days but may include some long days, up to 12 hours, weekend work required)
• Schedules will be Sunday - Wednesday or Wednesday - Saturday

Please Note…

This is a maximum duration, 1000 hour intermittent (unclassified) position for the Division of Wildlife. The location for this position is:

• Magee Marsh Visitor Center, Ottawa County

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website!

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division & in reading & speaking common English vocabulary; valid driver's license; valid Commercial Driver's License required if motor equipment is of type & size regulated by Section 4506.01 & 4506.12 of Ohio Revised Code.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Technical Skills: Equipment Operation, General Maintenance

Professional Skills: Customer Focus, Attention to Detail

Supplemental Information

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Mohammad Yakubu, EEO Regional/Program Administrator at 614-265-6992 or [e-mail].

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

STATUS OF POSTED POSITIONS: Applicants can view the status of this position by logging into their user profile on the Ohio Hiring Management System [OHMS] Home page at the following link careers.ohio.gov, and selecting "My Profile".

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.