Natural Land Management Technician

SALARY RANGE
$14.15 - $19.70

WORK ASSIGNMENT DETAILS

This position is available for up to 40 hours per week beginning as soon as October 12, 2026, through December 31, 2026. The standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. However, the Natural Land Management Technician will be expected to work some evenings and weekends. County Vehicle is provided for use during work hours. Preference will be given to candidates available to work a full 40-hour schedule. However, applicants who can commit to at least 24 hours per week will also be considered.

CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION

- Work with   Natural Resource Program Coordinator   and   Natural Land Management Park Maintenance Worker   to conduct   ecological restoration and   natural resource inventories   (flora/fauna)   of Park System natural areas   including, but not limited to, invasive species control, prescribed burning, tree planting, and   native seeding .

- Assist with   GIS mapping   using ESRI applications   of invasive species, rare native plants, and wildlife within park system natural areas.

- Work with   Natural Land Management Park Maintenance Worker ,   Volunteer & Community Development Coordinator , Park Foremen and   Natural Resource Program Coordinator   to develop   n atural   l and   m anagement work projects for   volunteer   groups .   The candidate will help execute these projects in the field either alone or in a group.

- Serve as   a   Crew Leader for volunteer projects, having a cheery welcoming disposition while greeting groups   on site, giving instructions on project details, monitoring work from start to finish, cleaning up afterwards and providing summary of work   accomplished   to Park staff.

- Conduct regular equipment maintenance including, but not limited to, tool sharpening, cleaning, and basic small engine maintenance.

- Maintain r ecords   of   n atural   l and   m anagement   project   accompl ishments, equipment inventory, volunteer records,   herbicide usage,   Wau kesha County forms, timesheets, regular email correspondence,   project l ists,   etc.

Minimum   Qualifications:

Education:

- C urrent student or recent   graduate in Natural Resources, Environmental Studies,   Conservation   or related   field .

Abilities:

- Effectively work on a team or   independently on projects   Engage and oversee individual volunteers and/or groups to complete projects

- Be able to read   and understand the Natural Land Management Plan s   f or Waukesha County Park System   natural areas .

- P lant   i dentification   skills are   desired .

- Pesticide applicators license (Right-of-ways & Natural Areas 6.0) is desired.   Required to obtain   within one month of   hir ing date.

- Experience in the operation of power tools / equipment is desired .

- Reliable transportation to and from work .

- Flexibility and ability to adapt to a schedule that may change weekly , and a willingness to be helpful in various areas of the parks .

*P lease   be sure to   include resume and cover letter with   application .

About Us:
Waukesha County prides itself on operating in a business-like manner and is recognized as a leader delivering high quality services with competence and skill. With our vision of "Leading the Way", we value teamwork and collaboration, ethics and diversity, communication, efficiency and cost savings, innovation, and the wellbeing of our staff and the citizens we serve. Employees are provided professional development opportunities and encouragement to learn and practice continuous improvement and LEAN principles as we regularly ask ourselves "Is there a better way?"

Location:
Located in the City of Waukesha, our campus offers an on-site fitness center, free parking, and easy access to interstate highway systems. Waukesha County offers a perfect blend of urban and rural living where one can enjoy the benefits of quiet rural lake communities or opt for nearby attractions that the greater Milwaukee area offers including vast beach and park systems, public markets, performing arts, music festivals, and sports including the Milwaukee Admirals, Brewers, Bucks, Wave, Marquette University Golden Eagles and the UW-Milwaukee Panthers Basketball programs.

EEO:

Waukesha County is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment and adheres to all Federal, State and County Equal Employment Opportunity laws, policies, plans, rules, regulations and ordinances. The County recognizes and accepts its important leadership role in providing for equal employment/service opportunities. It is the express policy of Waukesha County to promote equal employment opportunity among all who are employed by Waukesha County and who seek employment with Waukesha County.

For further information visit:  https://www.waukeshacounty.gov

The County does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.