CONSERVATION STAFF SPECIALIST TRAINEE 2
Job Posting for CONSERVATION STAFF SPECIALIST TRAINEE 2 at State of Nevada
State of Nevada Announces
An Open Competitive Recruitment for:
CONSERVATION STAFF SPECIALIST TRAINEE 2 - Underfill Conservation Staff Specialist 1
APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY - $53,390.16 to $78,884.64 PAY GRADE: 33
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
JOB INFORMATION
Work Type: Permanent, full time vacancies as they may occur in this geographical location.
Department: Conservation and Natural Resources
Division: State Parks
Location: Yerington
Job Class Code: 01.802
RECRUITMENT INFORMATION
Announcement Number: 46249
Open to all qualified persons.
Posted 02/14/2024
Close Date: 03/06/2024
Recruiter:
JON TERRAZAS
Phone: (775)684-0116
Email: j.terrazas@admin.nv.gov
JON TERRAZAS
Phone: (775)684-0116
Email: j.terrazas@admin.nv.gov
Applications accepted for another 19 Days 3 Hrs 12 Mins
The Position
Conservation Staff Specialists assist in developing, formulating, and coordinating programs, policies and procedures related to areas such as resource management, safety and training, fire management and policy management pertinent to the assigned area of natural resource management, preservation, conservation and protection.
Under close supervision, incumbents continue to receive training in performing the duties described in the series concept related to the assigned area of natural resource management, preservation, conservation, and protection. This is the continuing trainee level in the series and incumbents may progress to the next level in the series upon meeting the minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance, and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. This recruitment is for a Conservation Staff Specialist Trainee 2 underfilling a Conservation Staff Specialist 1 position. The incumbent may auto-progress after meeting the minimum qualifications for the Conservation Staff Specialist 1 classification and satisfactory performance and endorsement by their appointing authority. This is primarily a field work position to assist the park with all conservation objectives. Aid with projects geared toward park planning and recreation for visitor enjoyment. Position will perform a variety of duties that are subject to change.
Will work to improve trails and trail enhancements (trail mapping, familiar with drones and GIS mapping, lead with maintenance, signage, informational/interpretive, trail enhancements to increase access to river and safety). Assist Rangers with establishing hunting and fishing areas, assist the park with planning, enhancing, and developing existing and new park recreational sites for visitor enjoyment or resource protection. Seek and help administer conservation related grants and other funding opportunities within conservation program objectives, such as inventory and order chemicals and tools needed to achieve conservation objectives. Aid Division Staff, when requested, with clearances, SHPO-NIPPA, liaison with contractors or other businesses with conservation related projects (i.e., Manpower, Walker Basin Conservancy, Great Basin Institute, on trail building contractors, special organizations, and events such as NICCA Mountain Bike group). Use GIS, Tremble units, Scout software to track weed inventory. Organize and share weed inventory information with appropriate other agencies. Actively participate in weed and other noxious vegetation removal, mosquito abatement, tree health. Assist Park with Grazing Leases and Grazing Prescription Plans including interface with ranch leases on proper stock rotation, water needs, fence construction, vegetation enhancements, etc. Assist the Park with public outreach, education, special events. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. *** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***
To Qualify:
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications)
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in biology, ecology, environmental studies, environmental science, fire management, forestry, natural resource management, parks management, or related field and one year of professional experience in a relevant resource management field as described above; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and three years of experience as described above; OR one year of experience as a Conservation Crew Supervisor II, Conservation Staff Specialist Trainee I, Firefighter II, Fish Hatchery Technician III, or Wildlife Area Technician III in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Special Notes
Current Certification as a Professional in Rangeland Management (CPRM) from the Society of Range Management, current certification as a Certified Forester from the Society of American Foresters, or current certification as an Associate Wildlife Biologist (AWB) from the Wildlife Society is equivalent to one year of professional experience. This certification must be attached at the time of application.
Successful completion of the Research Associate Program through the Great Basin Institute will qualify applicants at the Conservation Staff Specialist Trainee II level.
One year of experience in the AmeriCorps Program will qualify applicants at the Conservation Staff Specialist Trainee I level.
Special Requirements
A valid drivers license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
Applicants may be required to pass a thorough medical examination and physical agility test prior to appointment.
Applicants may be required to undergo a background investigation prior to being considered for employment.
Some positions require a valid Nevada Class A or B driver's license at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
Additional Position Criteria
This position may be required to work varying hours and shifts including holidays, weekends and evenings.
This position requires in State and out of State travel up to 25% of the time.
The Examination
Application Evaluation Exam
The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.
INFORMATIONAL LINKS
For more information about state employment, visit the following:
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
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