Naturalist II Land Management

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

Hours: Tuesday - Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM, 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

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.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework 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.

• 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.