Natural Resource Technician

LORAIN COUNTY METRO PARKS

POSITION POSTING

             TITLE:  Natural Resource Technician (Park Service Trainee)           

            GRADE:   Seasonal

            AREA:   Park District -Wide

            IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:  Conservation Supervisor

            DEPARTMENT:   Operations

           JOB DESCRIPTION:  

                Assists in the implementation of Natural Resource Management Plans for

                Park District reservations.  Assists with wetlands maintenance, nest box 

                upkeep, invasive plant control, brush clearing, and field mowing. Assists 

                with prescribed burn crew. Participates in data collection and assists with

                various resource monitoring projects. Works individually or with park staff and

                volunteers in all weather conditions.  Performs related maintenance tasks 

                as apparent or assigned. This position may be used to fulfill internship 

                requirements.

          JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

                Must have a strong interest in resource management, forestry, wildlife,

                fisheries, or related field. Individuals either possessing or working towards a 

                degree in one of these fields will be given preference.  Must have a working 

                knowledge of local flora and fauna.  Must possess a valid Ohio driver's

                license and be insurable. Experience with power tools, agricultural equipment, 

                or construction equipment is a plus. Must be willing to apply herbicides within

                park natural areas.             

          RATE OF PAY:              $14.00 - $15.00 / hr.

          POSTING DATES:

For questions contact Corey Mendgik at Indian Hollow Reservation 440-926-0430.  Interested applicants should submit an application and resume no later than March 21, 2025 to Corey Mendgik at Lorain County Metro Parks; 12882 Diagonal Rd. Lagrange, Ohio 44050 (cmendgik@loraincountymetroparks.com). Earlier application submittals are preferred/ positions may be filled well before the 3/21/25 closing date.

Lorain County Metropolitan Parks is an equal opportunity employer.