Under the general supervision of the Environmental Education and Natural Resources Manager, the Naturalist II – Land Manger coordinates the management of the Mosquito Hill natural areas, plans and conducts educational programming, and performs community outreach

Hours:  Tuesday - Friday 8:00 AM-4:30PM , Every other Saturday and Sunday with possibilities of overtime
Location:  Mosquito Hill in New London
Benefits:  This is benefit eligible including being a part of the Wisconsin Retirement System Pension

**DEADLINE FOR THE POSTING IS FEBRUARY 4 at 4:00 PM,

Key Responsibilities

The following duties are most critical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Serves as the property manager for Mosquito Hill Nature Center covering ~440 acres of natural area
• Maintains natural areas using scientifically supported best practices to promote biodiversity, support wildlife habitat, and provide educational and recreational opportunities for the public.
• Performs trail maintenance, development, and repair including mowing, grading, and tree trimming.
• Works with community groups to develop, plan, and present educational programs at Mosquito Hill Nature Center and conduct educational outreach in the local area.
• Assists with school field trips, answers guest’s questions; and assists guests with the identification of plants and animals on the nature center property.
• Supervises work of Mosquito Hill Nature Center seasonal employees, volunteers, students, scouts, and other community service workers.
• Operates, maintains and repairs nature center equipment including trucks, tractors, mowers, chainsaws, snow removal equipment, UTV's, power tools, hand tools, and other park related equipment.
• Assists in the maintenance and repair of displays and exhibits in the interpretive building including the care, feeding, and cleaning of live animal displays.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Certifications/Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in, Forestry or Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, or a related field. 
• At least two (2) years of natural resources related work experience; OR any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin Driver's License or ability to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or ability to obtain.
• Certified Pesticide Applicator Certification or ability to obtain
• Chainsaw Safety Certification or ability to learn.

Required or Preferred Skills

• Ability to operate field equipment (already, or following brief training) such as: UTV, tractor, truck & trailer, sprayer, chainsaw, etc.
• Computer proficient and familiar with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), mapping / GIS, and other similar software.
• Ability to manage and complete multiple projects and tasks on time and within budget.
• Ability to coordinate people and groups (consultants, contractors, volunteers, interns).
• Knowledge of natural resources and natural history of the region.
• Knowledge and past experience with conducting environmental education and an ability to speak in public regarding a variety of program topics.
• Knowledge of invasive species and relevant removal methods.
• Frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 75 pounds; excessive standing or walking; using hands for single grasping fine manipulation and pushing or pulling ;frequent bending ;twisting and reaching ;ability to distinguish sounds at various frequencies and volumes; Distinguishing people or objects at varied distances under a variety of light conditions; withstanding temperature changes in work environment; tolerating exposure to cold, heat, noise, vibration and hazards in the work environment.

Work is primarily performed in an outdoor location or park shop.
Frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 75 pounds; excessive standing or walking; using hands for single  grasping fine manipulation and pushing or pulling ;frequent bending ;twisting and reaching ;ability to distinguish sounds at various frequencies and volumes ;Distinguishing people or objects at varied distances under a variety of light conditions ;withstanding temperature changes in work environment; tolerating exposure to cold, heat, noise, vibration and hazards in the work environment.

Outagamie County offers Benefit options and paid time off for team members that work 20+ or more hours per week. Learn more today by visiting:  https://www.outagamie.org/government/departments-f-m/human-resources/employee-benefits-information

Outagamie County Diversity Statement: 

Outagamie County is committed to developing, nurturing, and sustaining an equitable community and workforce where all individuals can thrive. We pledge to amplify the voices of under-represented communities or those who were historically excluded, by removing barriers that result from racial, social injustice and inequities. We strive to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion are embedded at all levels of Outagamie County programs and departments through acknowledging, analyzing, and addressing the root causes of inequities. We will create and advance equitable polices, practices and procedures, including, but not limited to County services, recruitment and retention, policies and practices, budgeting and procurement. We commit to being transparent and will continually evaluate and update our values when identified goals and objectives are not being achieved or sustained. Outagamie County will strive to create an inclusive environment where every community member feels like he/she/they belong.

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.