Conservation Technician Manager - Michael Castle Trail Manager

The Division of Fish & Wildlife conserves and manages Delaware’s fish and wildlife and their habitats, and provides fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing and boating access on nearly 65,000 acres of public land.

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This position applies natural resources preservation, conservation and management principles and practices, policies and procedures to support the various initiatives and programs involved in preserving, protecting, improving and maintaining these resources for safe public use and enjoyment at the Michael Castle Trail on the C&D Canal Wildlife Area. Work involves making evaluations and assessments in areas such as horticulture, agriculture, forestry, environmental conditions, and wildlife habitat management in carrying out a variety of activities such as landscaping, equipment operation, maintenance and repair, and public relations for State owned and/or maintained grounds and facilities, parks, forests, fish and wildlife habitat areas, shorelines, beaches and waterways.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Applies conservation and preservation principles and practices in support of the management of the state's natural resources which includes such activities as propagating, seeding, transplanting, cultivating, harvesting and care of trees, flowers, shrubs, lawns and crops to include turf/grounds management, pest management, herbicide/fertilizer application, layout and design, assessment of soil composition and environmental conditions.
   
• Performs maintenance and repairs in a variety of labor/trades fields such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, welding, construction, grounds maintenance and assists higher level personnel on large scale projects.
   
• Operates marine, land-based and construction equipment and vehicles.
   
• Maintains and repairs a variety of equipment/vehicles.
   
• Provides information to the public as requested or responds to inquiries regarding agency initiatives/programs.
   
• Ensures the safe usage of state owned, managed, and/or maintained grounds and facilities by the public.
   
• Completes standard forms/applications; maintains records and reports detailing daily activity, tool and equipment inventory, fuel and service logs and related activities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Conservation Technician Manager 
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:                         

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control:

Division of Fish and Wildlife - Wildlife Trail

1. One year of experience in project management such as planning, developing, implementing, managing and evaluating projects to ensure objectives are met.
2. One year of experience in overseeing the operation and maintenance of light construction, landscaping and groundskeeping equipment.
3. Six months experience in land management activities such as land stewardship, farming practices, invasive species identification and control, herbicide applications, or prescribed burning.
4. Six months experience in staff supervision which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.
5. Coursework, training, and/or work experience in budget management and control such as managing a budget for the purpose of keeping expenditures within the limitations of available appropriations and available revenue and maintaining, monitoring, projecting and controlling a budget within set policies and procedures.
6. Coursework, training, and/or work experience in contract management and control such as ensuring compliance with terms of contracts; negotiating changes to existing contracts.
7. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

Functional Capability Evaluation:  Upon a conditional offer, you must take a Functional Capability Evaluation to assess your strength and agility to meet the physical requirements of the position.

All applicants must read the detailed physical requirements for this position which is located at https://statejobs.delaware.gov/explore/fce.shtml and the file is named Conservation Tech I-V; Conservation Technician Manager & Master Mechanic - DNREC - Division of Fish and Wildlife - Fisheries/Wildlife.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.