Introduction
WHY WE EXIST
Our mission is to provide effective quality service at a reasonable cost with courtesy, integrity and accountability in a manner that protects and enhances the quality of life of our diverse population.
JOB OVERVIEW
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED Certificate; AND
- Two years of field experience in a position related to Ecology, Environmental Science or Natural Resource Management;
OR
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted below; AND ·
- Must maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License and clean driving record; AND
- Must obtain within 6 months of employment valid Restricted Use Pesticide License-Natural Areas Category, and maintain throughout employment.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Customer Commitment – Proactively seeks to understand the needs of our customers and provide the highest standards of service
- Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity – Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve
- Organizational Excellence – Takes ownership for excellence through one’s personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations
- Success through Teamwork – Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals
WORK CATEGORY
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Requires performing physical labor on consistent basis.
- Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions in a subtropical climate.
- Work involves being around flames and smoke.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below:
- On a daily basis, operate tractors, backhoes and other heavy machinery. Fasten and transport loads such as heavy equipment, UTV’s, mowers, etc. using trucks and trailers. Conduct preventative maintenance on tractors, UTV’s, mowers, power tools, and other equipment.
- Maintain grounds, trails and fire lanes through mowing, disking, trimming, etc. Trim limbs and brush using hand tools and power saws.
- Prepare prescribed burn units and participate on prescribed burns, as directed by supervisor.
- Document daily activities in preserves, including plant & animal sightings. Remove trash from preserves.
- Provide for security through installation/removal/maintenance of fences, gates, locks, etc. Construct and maintain signs, restroom facilities and parking areas at various preserves.
- Post property boundaries and entrances with appropriate signage.
- Open and close gates, as needed, for public access.
- Conduct exotic plant control using herbicide and other methods. Assist with habitat restoration activities
- Assist with water quality monitoring.
- Attend job skill training and apply new skills, as needed.
- Assist with guided field trips and volunteer events
- Other duties as assigned
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of preserve locations and access points.
- Ability to work effectively with others.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Skill in operation of tractors and similar heavy equipment.
- Ability to operate power tools such as chain saws, trimmers, mowers, etc.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work outdoors year round in typical Florida conditions
- Ability to follow safety procedures and technical directions
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SOME POSITIONS
- Must maintain a valid FL Driver’s License and clean driving record.
- Must obtain and maintain Restricted Use Pesticide License-Natural Areas Category. License must be obtained within 6 months of hiring.
Conclusion
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
We offer much more than the competitive pay you expect. We value our employees and Hillsborough County Government is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. And because we understand that no two people are exactly alike, you can choose what best suits the needs of you and your family.
- Health Plan: The County pays towards health insurance premiums for all employees. Employees can select from two (2) healthcare plan options. Coverage is effective the first of the month following thirty (30) days of employment.
- Dental Insurance: Employees are eligible to enroll in the dental coverage and choose from four options: High DMO, Low DMO, a network Open Access Plan, and a PPO. Coverage is effective the first of the month following thirty (30) days of employment.
- Vision Care: Employees and their dependents are eligible to enroll in the vision coverage. Co-payment coverage includes exams, lens and frame, as well as an allowable contact lens expense. Coverage is effective the first of the month following thirty (30) days of employment.
- Employee Assistance Program: This program provides all employees and family members with professional, confidential counseling sessions. All employees and dependents are afforded up to six (6) free visits per Plan year. Coverage begins on the first day of employment.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Employees may be reimbursed up to $1,000 (undergraduate), $2000 (graduate) per fiscal year for classes at an accredited college or university for courses that enhance your ability to perform your current job duties.
- Holidays: Employees receive up to twelve (12) paid holidays per year.
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Veteran’s Preference:
Do you qualify for Veteran’s Preference? Preference will only be entitled upon initial appointment for eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans. Documentation that clearly shows dates of service, campaign awards or medals received, and character of discharge (DD-214 Member-4 or Service-2 copy) to support entitlement to preference must be provided at the time of application.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Hillsborough County Government provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Hillsborough County Government complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Hillsborough County welcomes and encourages applications from minorities, veterans, and persons with physical and mental disabilities, and will reasonably accommodate the needs of those persons in the application and testing process. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation requests will be on a case-by-case basis.
Hillsborough County Government expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Hillsborough County Government’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge
Hillsborough County is a drug free workplace.
Response/Recovery Activities:
Employees are required to participate in response/recovery activities in response to an emergency or natural disaster affecting County operations and/or its citizens. In such situations, every effort will be made to maintain operations, but employees will be assigned to carry out response activities suited to their skills and capabilities. *MON*
