Salary: $21.48 – $33.25 Hourly
Location : 2005 Hilltop Circle, Roseville
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 202300074
Department: Parks Recreation & Libraries
Division: PRL Parks
Opening Date: 05/30/2023
Closing Date: 6/21/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: Stationary Engineers Local 39
Description
YOUR FUTURE STARTS HERE!
Grow your career by joining the Parks, Recreation & Libraries team
in the role of Natural Resources Worker I/II.
The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the regular and full-time position of Natural Resources Worker I/II in the Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department. The anticipated vacancies are for full-time and benefitted positions; however, the employment list that will be established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill future regular, temporary, and limited term vacancies in the City for the duration of the list. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30am – 3:00pm; evening and weekend work may be required.
DEFINITION
To perform a wide variety of technical natural resource management and maintenance tasks in open space areas such as creeks, preserves, riparian and the urban forest including construction and maintenance.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Natural Resources Worker I – This is the entry level class in the Natural Resources Worker series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. The Natural Resources Worker I class is distinguished from the Natural Resources Worker II by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the Natural Resources Worker II. Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.
Natural Resources Worker II – This is the journey level class in the Natural Resources Worker series and is distinguished from the Natural Resource Worker I by the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned with only occasional instruction or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from Natural Resource Worker I. May provide technical and functional supervision of lower-level staff, seasonal staff and/or volunteers.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Natural Resources Worker I
Receives immediate supervision from an assigned supervisor; receives technical and functional supervision from a Natural Resource Specialist, Senior Natural Resources Worker or Natural Resources Worker II.
Natural Resources Worker II
Receives general supervision from an assigned supervisor; receives technical and functional supervision from a Natural Resources Specialist or Senior Natural Resources Worker.
Examples of Duties
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Perform natural resource maintenance and management tasks, including vegetation management; identify, remove, and control of non-native, invasive plants, pest through an integrated pest management approach; identify habitat concerns, and participate in data collection projects as assigned; provide information to resource management staff as needed.
- Operate and maintain a variety of mechanical and power tools and equipment such as chain saws, brush cutters, line trimmers, blowers, power augers, drills, mowing tractors, all-terrain vehicles, wood chippers, various hand tools required for vegetation and invasive species removal, construction, irrigation installation and repair, general construction and maintenance duties performed.
- Perform preserve open space, creek, riparian areas and trail maintenance, restoration and construction duties, including trail inspections, clearing downed trees and beaver dams, erosion control; maintain and construct fences and gates.
- Plant and prune shrubs and trees.
- Remove unsheltered camps, including trash, debris, and hazardous material from assigned areas.
- Assist in installing traffic control around work sites to ensure safe conditions for the general public and City staff.
- Set up and tear down materials and equipment for special events.
- Respond to on-site to inquiries from the public regarding risks and concerns related to Natural Resource areas and facilities.
- Provide needed information and training on how to perform certain work tasks to new and/or seasonal employees.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
- Utilize technology to perform asset management, email, and written documents.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Natural Resources Worker I
Knowledge of:
- Basic methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in natural maintenance and management and general construction.
Ability to:
- Learn to perform work in natural resource maintenance duties in the construction, maintenance, and repair of City preserve, open space, creek, and bike trails, and related facilities.
- On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules; intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others.
- Work as assigned on evenings, weekends, or holidays.
- Work outdoors in a variety of weather and environmental conditions.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Learn to operate a computer and other technology as necessary to perform job duties.
- Complete forms; maintain logs, and related records.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when performing natural resource or park maintenance duties; perform simple and power grasping; pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 50 pounds or more.
Experience and Training
Experience:
- No experience is required; experience in ecology, biology, restoration, forestry, and construction is highly desirable.
AND
Training:
- Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree.
License or Certificate
- Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.
- Possession of a valid California Class B drivers’ license is desirable.
- Possession of a valid Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) is desirable.
Natural Resources Worker II
In addition to the qualifications for the Natural Resources Worker I:
Knowledge of:
- Identification of local flora and fauna and invasive species.
- International Society of Arboriculture basic planting and pruning standards and best management practices.
- General restoration and erosion control best management practices, habitat and natural resource maintenance, vegetation and invasive plant management practices. Pesticide application methods, safety, standards and best practices.
Ability to:
- Operate natural resource maintenance equipment, with proper licenses or certificates, such as chain saws, brush cutters, excavators, line trimmers, blowers, power augers, drills, tractors, all-terrain vehicles, wood chippers, dump trucks, trailers and various hand tools.
Experience and Training
Experience:
- Two years of increasingly responsible experience performing natural resource maintenance and repair work similar to that of a Natural Resources Worker I with the City of Roseville; experience in ecology, biology, restoration, forestry, and construction is desirable.
AND
Training:
- Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree; additional course work or training in ecology, biology, restoration, and forestry is desirable.
License or Certificate:
- Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.
- Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license within one year of date of appointment.
- Possession of a valid Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) within one year of date of appointment.
Supplemental Information
The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce. We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve. Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Detailed information on the City of Roseville recruitment practices can be reviewed on the page.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications. Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.
THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS. MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
The City of Roseville offers competitive benefits packages to full-time employees. Regular part-time employees receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. For more information regarding the City’s benefits, visit our website Benefits currently include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits
- Cafeteria plan, plus City paid Flex credit
- Life insurance (City paid and optional supplemental employee paid)
- Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health/medical costs
- Employee assistance plan
- Retirement savings plan
- Deferred compensation plan(s)
- Short-term and Long-term Disability employee paid plans
- Educational reimbursement
- Vacation leave, sick leave, personal/management leaves
- Holiday pay (plus two floating holidays annually)
- Bilingual pay
- Longevity pay
GENERAL BENEFITS:
A majority of the employee benefits are similar for all City employees. There are benefits that differ depending on which bargaining unit the job classification is assigned. Exact benefits information can be found by visiting the Benefits webpage and selecting the specific bargaining unit group.
TEMPORARY POSITIONS:
Most benefits do not apply to the City’s temporary positions. Temporary employees that work 1,500 hours annually may elect medical insurance. Temporary employees contribute to a retirement plan depending on the status of total hours worked annually.
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Your responses to question 3, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula. Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information. This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience” section of this application. Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored. I understand and agree with the above instructions.
- Yes, I understand and agree
- No, I do not agree
02
Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work? If so, please list below which ones.
03
How many years of experience do you have performing technical natural resource management and maintenance tasks in open space areas such as creeks, preserves, riparian and/or urban forest areas?
- Less than 1 year
- 1-2 years
- 2-3 years
- 3-5 years
- 5+ years
04
Do you currently possess a valid California Class B driver’s license or Qualified Applicator Certificate? Check all that apply.
- California Class B or higher driver’s license
- Qualified Applicator Certificate
- None
05
List any large equipment you are experienced in operating.
06
What do you like best about maintaining areas with a natural habitat/open space?
Required Question