Natural Resources Control Worker - Natural Area Sites - Parks Maintenance Group Salary

$21.90 - $34.95 Hourly

Location

Coconut Creek, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

1413345

Department

Parks DA Mnt No Shop NA Erad

Opening Date

01/22/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

Veterans' Preference Notice

Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

Description Benefits Questions REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Natural Resources Control Worker for the Parks Maintenance Group - Natural Area Sites Crew.

This Job Announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received.

Benefits of Broward County Employment

High Deductible Health Plan – Bi-Weekly Premiums:

Single ($10.90), Employee & Spouse ($27.91), Employee & Children ($20.91), Family $80.79

Includes County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2,400 Annually

Consumer-Driven Health Plan – Bi-Weekly Premiums:

Single $82.58 – Family $286.79

Florida Retirement System (FRS) – Pension or Investment Plan

457 Deferred Compensation (Retirement Enhancement)  –  $2,600 Employee Match

$50,000 Term Life Insurance & AD&D at no cost to you

Eleven (11) Paid Holidays Each Year

Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 Weeks Per Year

Up to 40 Hours of Job Basis Leave (Paid Time Off)  for Eligible Positions

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K Annually)

... and MUCH More!!

General Description

Performs general environmental work by participating in natural resource enhancement and protection efforts.

This class works under close supervision according to set procedures.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires six (6) months experience working with herbicides or pesticides and/or spraying operations in aquatic or upland environments. 

Special Certifications and Licenses Required:

Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License with authority to drive a county vehicle for duration of appointment.

Preferences:

Associates Degree (or higher) in environmental sciences, wildlife biology, forestry or closely related fields

FDACS Pesticide Public Applicators License for Natural Areas Weed Management

ISA Certified Arborist

S-130, S-190, L-180 Basic Wildland Fire Training Certification(s) or greater

Additional Information:

All candidates must complete an extensive ten (10) year work history verification and criminal background check which includes post-offer physical examination, clearing of DCF's Affidavit of Good Moral Character (https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/background-screening/docs/DCF%20AGMC.pdf). Ability to maintain authorization to operate a county vehicle/equipment.    

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Maintains a variety of natural areas in order toprotect the natural resources and provide patrons with a safe, pleasant, beautiful recreation area.

Operates a variety of landscape maintenance related equipment in order to ensure that the equipment operates safely and appropriately.

Removes invasive plant vegetation by hand removal or chemical eradication.

Removes overgrown vegetation and/or downed trees from trails, management roads, burn area margins, and waterways.

Removes trash and debris from natural areas, and waterways; may include removal of heavy objects, dead animals, and containers of unknown contents.

Operation and maintenance of waterway control structures based on area of assignment.

Utilizes GPS instrument to locate invasive plant infestations within work grids.

Operates small boats with tiller and outboard motor, amphibious vehicles, aquatic weed harvesters, and/or airboats, based on area of assignment.

Operates spray equipment, power tools, and hand tools, both bladed and non-bladed.

Maintains property access roads, fire lines, boat ramps, fence lines, and security barriers, based on area of assignment.

Installs and replaces signs in natural areas and other areas as required.

Assists in preparing the understory for prescribed burns, based on area of assignment.

Assists with equipment care, maintenance, and repair.

Performs related work as required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to extreme heat and/or cold; wet or humid conditions.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

CompetenciesDecision QualityMakes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Swiftly internalizes coaching on routine issues; handles issues confidently after instruction. Leverages rules and procedures to speed up decision making. Confidently and quickly draws on others' expertise.
Action OrientedTakes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Identifies what needs to be done and acts quickly. Shows optimism and enthusiasm that affects others positively. Works independently but knows when to ask for help.
Plans and AlignsPlans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Adopts a sequence of activities that allows for optimal efficiency and effective coordination with others. Makes skillful use of resources and support to deliver efficient, high-quality work.
Ensures AccountabilityHolds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Holds self to high standards and consistently honors policies, procedures, and work requirements. Scrupulously ensures all work is correct.
Drives ResultsConsistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Devotes considerable effort to surpassing goals and achieving the best possible results; goes above and beyond to achieve excellence. Drives ahead with great focus when faced with obstacles and setbacks; maintains productivity and a positive attitude.
Communicates EffectivelyDevelops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Seeks out others' perspectives and asks good questions. Shares information that people want to know; gives appropriate context and details when speaking.
Courage Steps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said. Is known for expressing views directly and respectfully; communicates what needs to be said. Assumes personal ownership and responsibility when confronted or challenged; shows readiness to learn and to resolve issues.
County Core ValuesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceBroward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management ResponsibilitiesNote: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee ResponsibilitiesAll Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,600. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.

01 Do you have six (6) month's or more experience working with herbicides or pesticides and/or spraying operations in aquatic or upland environments? Yes No 02 Will you possess a valid Florida Driver's License at time of appointment? (Note: this does not include a "Learner's Permit") Yes No 03 Duties for this position might include heavy manual labor for extended periods, including working in hot, humid, sunny, and dusty conditions, and from heights and uneven surfaces, as required by work assignments. Are you able to work under these conditions? Yes No 04 Do you possess an Associate's Degree or higher level degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in an Environmental Science (such as, Forestry, Botany, Ecology or closely related field)? Yes No 05 What area of study is your degree in? 06 Are you an ISA Certified Arborist? If so, when did you receive your certification? 07 Do you possess a Natural Areas Weed Management pesticide applicator license issued by the State of Florida? Yes No 08 If you have the Natural Areas Weed Management pesticide applicator license, please supply license number. 09 Do you hold any prescribed burn certifications? Yes No 10 Describe in detail your experience working on prescribed burns. 11 Describe your experience working with herbicides or pesticides and/or spraying operations in aquatic or upland environments. 12 What experience or training do you have in plant identification? Please explain your experience eradicating invasive plants, including details on location and methods used.

Required Question

Employer Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Natural Resources Control Worker for the Parks Maintenance Group - Natural Area Sites Crew.

This Job Announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received.

Benefits of Broward County Employment

High Deductible Health Plan – Bi-Weekly Premiums:

Single ($10.90), Employee & Spouse ($27.91), Employee & Children ($20.91), Family $80.79

Includes County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2,400 Annually

Consumer-Driven Health Plan – Bi-Weekly Premiums:

Single $82.58 – Family $286.79

Florida Retirement System (FRS) – Pension or Investment Plan

457 Deferred Compensation (Retirement Enhancement)  –  $2,600 Employee Match

$50,000 Term Life Insurance & AD&D at no cost to you

Eleven (11) Paid Holidays Each Year

Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 Weeks Per Year

Up to 40 Hours of Job Basis Leave (Paid Time Off)  for Eligible Positions

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K Annually)

... and MUCH More!!

General Description

Performs general environmental work by participating in natural resource enhancement and protection efforts.

This class works under close supervision according to set procedures.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires six (6) months experience working with herbicides or pesticides and/or spraying operations in aquatic or upland environments. 

Special Certifications and Licenses Required:

Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License with authority to drive a county vehicle for duration of appointment.

Preferences:

Associates Degree (or higher) in environmental sciences, wildlife biology, forestry or closely related fields

FDACS Pesticide Public Applicators License for Natural Areas Weed Management

ISA Certified Arborist

S-130, S-190, L-180 Basic Wildland Fire Training Certification(s) or greater

Additional Information:

All candidates must complete an extensive ten (10) year work history verification and criminal background check which includes post-offer physical examination, clearing of DCF's Affidavit of Good Moral Character (https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/background-screening/docs/DCF%20AGMC.pdf). Ability to maintain authorization to operate a county vehicle/equipment.    

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Maintains a variety of natural areas in order toprotect the natural resources and provide patrons with a safe, pleasant, beautiful recreation area.

Operates a variety of landscape maintenance related equipment in order to ensure that the equipment operates safely and appropriately.

Removes invasive plant vegetation by hand removal or chemical eradication.

Removes overgrown vegetation and/or downed trees from trails, management roads, burn area margins, and waterways.

Removes trash and debris from natural areas, and waterways; may include removal of heavy objects, dead animals, and containers of unknown contents.

Operation and maintenance of waterway control structures based on area of assignment.

Utilizes GPS instrument to locate invasive plant infestations within work grids.

Operates small boats with tiller and outboard motor, amphibious vehicles, aquatic weed harvesters, and/or airboats, based on area of assignment.

Operates spray equipment, power tools, and hand tools, both bladed and non-bladed.

Maintains property access roads, fire lines, boat ramps, fence lines, and security barriers, based on area of assignment.

Installs and replaces signs in natural areas and other areas as required.

Assists in preparing the understory for prescribed burns, based on area of assignment.

Assists with equipment care, maintenance, and repair.

Performs related work as required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to extreme heat and/or cold; wet or humid conditions.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

CompetenciesDecision QualityMakes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Swiftly internalizes coaching on routine issues; handles issues confidently after instruction. Leverages rules and procedures to speed up decision making. Confidently and quickly draws on others' expertise.
Action OrientedTakes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Identifies what needs to be done and acts quickly. Shows optimism and enthusiasm that affects others positively. Works independently but knows when to ask for help.
Plans and AlignsPlans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Adopts a sequence of activities that allows for optimal efficiency and effective coordination with others. Makes skillful use of resources and support to deliver efficient, high-quality work.
Ensures AccountabilityHolds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Holds self to high standards and consistently honors policies, procedures, and work requirements. Scrupulously ensures all work is correct.
Drives ResultsConsistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Devotes considerable effort to surpassing goals and achieving the best possible results; goes above and beyond to achieve excellence. Drives ahead with great focus when faced with obstacles and setbacks; maintains productivity and a positive attitude.
Communicates EffectivelyDevelops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Seeks out others' perspectives and asks good questions. Shares information that people want to know; gives appropriate context and details when speaking.
Courage Steps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said. Is known for expressing views directly and respectfully; communicates what needs to be said. Assumes personal ownership and responsibility when confronted or challenged; shows readiness to learn and to resolve issues.
County Core ValuesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceBroward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management ResponsibilitiesNote: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee ResponsibilitiesAll Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,600. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.

01 Do you have six (6) month's or more experience working with herbicides or pesticides and/or spraying operations in aquatic or upland environments? Yes No 02 Will you possess a valid Florida Driver's License at time of appointment? (Note: this does not include a "Learner's Permit") Yes No 03 Duties for this position might include heavy manual labor for extended periods, including working in hot, humid, sunny, and dusty conditions, and from heights and uneven surfaces, as required by work assignments. Are you able to work under these conditions? Yes No 04 Do you possess an Associate's Degree or higher level degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in an Environmental Science (such as, Forestry, Botany, Ecology or closely related field)? Yes No 05 What area of study is your degree in? 06 Are you an ISA Certified Arborist? If so, when did you receive your certification? 07 Do you possess a Natural Areas Weed Management pesticide applicator license issued by the State of Florida? Yes No 08 If you have the Natural Areas Weed Management pesticide applicator license, please supply license number. 09 Do you hold any prescribed burn certifications? Yes No 10 Describe in detail your experience working on prescribed burns. 11 Describe your experience working with herbicides or pesticides and/or spraying operations in aquatic or upland environments. 12 What experience or training do you have in plant identification? Please explain your experience eradicating invasive plants, including details on location and methods used.

Required Question

Employer Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers