Open Space Steward/Youth Conservation Corps Supervisor

Middlesex County, New Jersey; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 45,857 - 56,048; Full time

Job summary

The Middlesex County Office of Parks and Recreation seeks an energetic Open Space Steward/Youth Corps Supervisor to assist in managing Open Space parcels across Middlesex County. The role supports the Open Space and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund established in 1998 and oversees volunteers and the Middlesex County Youth Conservation Corps.

Responsibilities include natural resource stewardship, trail maintenance, invasive species management, native plant restoration, and wildlife habitat

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences, Forestry, Conservation, Natural Resources Management, or Park Management, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in natural resource management, environmental education, parks and trail maintenance or related field.
• Knowledge of local flora & fauna; ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct natural resource stewardship on open space parcels.
• Carry out management objectives for open space parcels including trail maintenance, invasive species management & elimination, native plant restoration, wildlife habitat projects and trash & litter removal.
• Assist in the recruitment and management for the Middlesex County Youth Conservation Corps.
• Assist in the management of volunteer projects.
• Assist in open space acquisition projects as needed.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Independent and team work

Trail maintenance tools

Driver's license

First Aid / CPR

Wilderness First Responder

GIS / Esri

Pesticide application experience

Chainsaw experience

Knowledge of local flora & fauna

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences or related field

Equivalent work experience

Tools

GIS

Esri software

Job description

The Middlesex County Office of Parks and Recreation seeks an energetic and motivated individual to assist in the management of Open Space parcels throughout Middlesex County. The Middlesex County Open Space and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund has preserved over 8000 acres since its inception in 1998. The Open Space Steward/ Youth Corps Supervisor will carry out the objectives set forth in the management plans for these parcels. They will assist in the management of volunteers and students in the Middlesex County Youth Conservation Corps.

• Civil Service Title: Recreation Leader

Examples of Work:

• Conduct natural resource stewardship on open space acquired through the Middlesex County Open Space Trust Fund.
• Carry out management objectives for open space parcels including trail maintenance, invasive species management & elimination, native plant restoration, wildlife habitat projects and trash & litter removal.
• Assist in the recruitment and management for the Middlesex County Youth Conservation Corps
• Assist in the management of volunteer projects.
• Assist in open space acquisition projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in the Natural Sciences, Forestry, Conservation, Natural Resources Management, or Park Management, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in natural resource management, environmental education, parks and trail maintenance or related field.
• Knowledge of local flora & fauna.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team is necessary.
• Experience with trail maintenance tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid drivers license and willingness to operate large vehicles and power tools.
• Willingness to work Saturdays as required.
• Chainsaw experience preferred.
• First Aid, CPR, Wilderness First Responder training a plus.
• Experience with GIS and Esri products a plus.
• Pesticide application experience.

Responsible To:

Open Space Coordinator & Conservation Corps Coordinator

Compensation:

$50,953, commensurate with experience

Position open until filled

Middlesex County is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment withoutregard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or anyother characteristic protected by law.