Join our team as a Trail Specialist! Great Parks is seeking a qualified professional to maintain and build natural surface trails throughout Hamilton County.
A successful Trail Specialist is responsible for coordinating the design, maintenance and improvement of non-paved trails throughout Great Parks.
In this role you will assess trail conditions for the purposes of determining use status and prioritizing improvement. You will collaborate with the multiple divisions and stakeholders regarding trail planning and maintenance projects for natural surface trails.
including on-site management of contractors. Manages the design of non-paved trails in conjunction with shared-use trails including regional trails projects.
Maintains knowledge of industry best practices for sustainable trail design, building and maintenance. Conducts staff and volunteer training in sustainable trail design, building, and maintenance.
Operates and trains others in the use of equipment for trail use and maintenance. Applies chemical herbicides as required.
Builds alliances with organizations, agencies, and stakeholders on trail related efforts. Serves as primary point of contact for non-paved trail user groups and advisory groups.
Oversees and manages all trail-related agreements.
Develops community outreach efforts and educational opportunities for volunteers and the public to participate in. Manages volunteer projects.
Trains and oversees trail volunteers when assigned. Participates in all assigned volunteer trail days and oversees work agenda and assignments for volunteers.
Ensures the needed tools and supplies are available for the work day projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
An appropriate combination of education, training, course work and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
An example of an acceptable qualification is : High School Degree or GED and 4 years’ experience in construction, trail construction, natural resources project management or Associates Degree in natural resource management or related field and 2 years’ experience in construction, trail construction or natural resources project management.
Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License that meets GPHC current carrier guidelines.
First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is required and Wilderness First Aid within 2 years of employment. Pesticide Applications license within one year of hire.
We offer an excellent benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance; paid vacation, 11 holidays and sick time;
enrollment in Ohio Public Employees Retirement System and free or discounted use of many Great Parks of Hamilton County recreational activities.
Great Parks is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or any other classification protected under applicable law.
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Last updated : 2024-05-22
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