Resource Management Crew Leader

State of Missouri; New Madrid (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Resource Management Crew Leader to oversee habitat and wildlife management at Ten Mile Pond Conservation Area. This role involves managing supplies, conducting wildfire duties, and educating the public on conservation efforts. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and relevant experience in resource management, along with the ability to operate necessary tools and equipment. Join a dedicated team committed to responsible stewardship and make a significant impact in conservation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in resource management.
• Ability to obtain Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License.

Responsibilities

• Manage habitat and wildlife management duties.
• Conduct wildfire detection and suppression duties.
• Educate the public on resource management objectives.

Skills

Land management tools operation

Basic plant identification

Wildlife habitat knowledge

Office equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED/HiSET

Job description

Requisition Id:3879

Salary: $36,756.00 - $45,000.00

Salary Grade: S5

Job Location: Ten Mile Pond CA (EASTP1)

Closing Date:May 16, 2025

Our Culture: The Missouri Department of Conservation supports a culture of trusted professionals that is dedicated to our mission, practices responsible stewardship, and believes in One MDC.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please email the hiring supervisor, Stuart R Glennat [e-mail] or call573 7485134,during regular business hours.We would love to hear from you!

Summary/Objective

The Southeast Region is looking to fill the Resource Management Crew Leader position located at Ten Mile Pond Conservation Area. This position will primarily work in Mississippi, and New Madid County conservation areas.

Essential Job Duties

• Perform regular duties associated with habitat and other wildlife management.
• Manage general supply, timber and fire suppression inventory, maintenance and administration.
• Oversee maintenance on assigned work areas, roads, public areas and equipment.
• Conduct wildfire detection, pre-suppression, and suppression duties.
• Educate the public on natural resource management objectives through surveys, site visits, etc.
• Assist with budget creation and compliance.
• Plan and organize work team activities, time sheets, and performance appraisals.
• Prepare and present productivity, inventory, and other reports.
• Administrative duties, such as rentals, bid management, activity reporting and invoice processing.
• Ensure mowing, lawn maintenance, debris removal and cleanliness in public areas.

Ancillary Job Duties

• Other duties, as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED/HiSET required.
• Experience with prescribed burns, certification helpful.
• Ability to obtain Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License.
• Must maintain a valid, current driver’s license and be able to obtain a CDL.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to operate tools and equipment for land management.
• Ability to use office equipment, such as computer, calculator, camera, scanner and printer.
• Basic plant identification and wildlife habitat knowledge.

Work Environment

• Frequently work in outdoor weather.
• Occasionally exposed to loud noises which may require the use of hearing protection.

Physical Abilities

• Move about grounds, both inside and outside of buildings.
• Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information.
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more, and three-dimensional vision
• Regularly lift up to 5 pounds, correctly lift up to 50 pounds.
• Concentrated attention is required at all times.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. The Missouri Department of Conservation reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, functions, and requirements.

Exemption Status/Special Notes

This position has been determined to be Nonexemptaccording to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Employees must agree to accept compensatory time in lieu of cash payments in accordance with the Department's Compensatory Time Off and Overtime Policy.

Salaried and hourly employees are expected to use a mobile device-cellular phone for Department business, as needed.

MDC promotes a Tobacco-Free (smoke and smokeless) working environment.

The Department of Conservation will only hire United States citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification" (Form I-9) and produce requested documentation after employment.

Candidates seeking initial employment or re-employment must submit to a drug screen following offer of employment.

All persons employed with the state of Missouri shall file all state income tax forms and pay all state income taxes owed.