Reserve Steward I and II

Company: Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve
Location: Chico
Posted on: March 19, 2020

Job Description:

POSITION: Reserve Steward I and IIPart-Time (Flexible) / Non-Benefited / Hourly / Non-ExemptRECRUITMENT ID: 701LOCATION: Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve (BCCER) and Butte Creek Ecological Preserve (BCEP). The expectation is the position will report to BCCER the majority of the time and work will be split between BCCER and contract work in the surrounding community.COMPENSATION: $14-$18 per hourESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Under the supervision of the Ecological Reserves Field Coordinator, responsibilities include both programmatic elements and maintenance.o Maintenance Elements:--- Carry out vegetation management on the Reserve or in surrounding community in ecologicallysensitive areas using a variety of tools--- Performs field work including invasive plan eradication; fence repair; road and trail maintenanceusing a variety of hand and power tools--- Assists with pile burns--- Assist in facilities maintenance and minor repairs of visitor access siteso Programmatic Elements:--- Acts as a host and facilitator for groups using the BCCER & BCEP including: faculty with field tripsand research activities; students with research projects; coordinating (scheduling and leading) community hikes--- Assists with the hunt program for the BCCER by posting signage, assisting with lottery and required forms--- May supervise student employees or volunteers (Steward II position)EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:o Qualifications:--- Experience performing duties similar to those described above--- 3 semesters of college credits towards a degree--- An understanding of conservation of natural and open space resources--- Ability to communicate well with a wide variety of constituents including volunteers, student staffand interns, visitors to the reserves, faculty and staff--- Manage time and complete tasks independently--- Possess a valid California driver's license, and a good driving record--- Participation in the DMV Employer Pull Notice Program (driving record) and fingerprintingo Preferred Qualifications:--- Knowledge of native and non-native plan species--- Familiarity with a variety of hand tools including chainsaws, brush cutters and small equipment--- Defensive Driver Certification--- Wildland Fire Chainsaw Training S-212--- Basic Fire Fighter II or equivalento Additional Requirements:--- Sedentary and physical labor--- Capacity/willingness to work in extreme weather conditions--- Ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds unassisted--- A valid California Driver's License must be maintained throughout employment in this position.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: In order to be considered, applicants must submit the following. Incomplete application packages will not be considered.----- Chico State Enterprises application--- Cover letter--- Current resume--- Three references--- Class/weekly availability schedule--Applications can be submitted:BY MAIL:Chico State Enterprises25 Main Street, Suite 206Chico, CA 95928-5388BY FAX: (530) 898-3391BY EMAIL:Please visit our website for the email address to submit applications.----IN PERSON:Chico State Enterprises25 Main Street, 2nd Floor suite 206Chico, CAFor questions, please contact the Enterprises Human Resources office:BY PHONE: (530) 898-6811--The employer is Chico State Enterprises, a non-profit corporation serving as an auxiliary organization of California State University, Chico. Employment is considered to be at-will.

Keywords: Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve, Chico , Reserve Steward I and II, Other , Chico, California