[Maipc] Fw: [APWG] Job Opportunity in Boulder, CO

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      Seasonal Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and Conservation Crew
      Technician
      Location: Boulder, Colorado
      Positions Currently Available: 3
      Open until filled
      Term of Employment Start Date on or after: April 2, 2012
      Term of Employment End Date on or around: October 19, 2012
      Hourly Pay Range:  $12.00- $16.00
      Hours of Employment:  40 hours per week.  Hours vary - usually Monday
      -
      Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm or 8:00 am - 4:30pm.  Some weekends.
      Overtime as needed
      ________________________________
      Overall Objective:
      Under general direction, performs a variety of integrated pest
      management
      (IPM), wildlife management and maintenance tasks on natural lands.
      Performs
      related duties as assigned.

      Position Duties by Ranking of Importance:
      *   Works within a crew to maximize safety, project completion, team
      cohesion and individual contribution.

      *   Removes noxious weeds by utilizing assorted mechanical methods
      (digging,
      hand pulling, whipping, tractor and mower operation, etc.) and by
      chemical
      control (spot spraying, wicking, etc.).  May assist with biological
      and
      cultural control methods.

      *   Performs prairie dog management tasks including surveys, colony
      monitoring, mapping, installing and maintaining barriers and
      potentially
      trapping and removal.

      *   Maintains detailed records of work performed and resources used.

      *   Utilizes GPS technology to collect data points in the field and
      uses
      data to create maps with an ArcGIS program.

      *   Assists with research, monitoring, and data collection associated
      with
      various natural land management tasks (IPM, wildlife, etc.), performs
      data
      entry and prepares scientific reports.

      *   Performs restoration projects such as native seed collection,
      re-seeding, mitigation work and wildlife habitat enhancements.

      *   Leads volunteer projects and assists with public environmental
      education
      and outreach programs.

      *   Assists with maintenance of park infrastructure and trails,
      construction
      and installation of signs.


      *Required Minimum Qualifications:

      *   Ability and willingness to perform a wide range of manual and
      physically demanding tasks in an outdoor environment, under a variety
      of
      weather and terrain conditions.


      *   Previous experience with and/or college level coursework related
      to
      IPM, restoration, ecology, biology, wildlife management or a related
      field


      *   Effective interpersonal skills including conflict resolution
      skills and
      the ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse groups
      of
      people (coworkers and the public).


      *   Ability and willingness to work efficiently with limited
      supervision or
      instruction.


      *   Familiarity with computers and office software programs such as
      Microsoft Word and Excel.


      *   Ability and willingness to follow established procedures.


      *   Ability and willingness to evaluate conditions in assigned area
      and
      make judgments related to safety.


      *   Driving experience, skill and acceptable motor vehicle record:
      Colorado license if employed longer than 12 weeks.


      The City of Boulder is committed to hiring employees who provide
      excellent
      customer service.  Our employees act with a high level of integrity
      and take
      responsibility for their words and actions.  They strive to respect
      and
      appreciate each individual's differences and to work effectively with
      all
      people and their diverse backgrounds.  We support candid and honest
      interactions, which respect other points of view, and are sensitive
      to
      communication differences.  We achieve organizational goals through
      inclusive problem solving, planning and decision-making.

      Required background checks:  Department of Motor Vehicle, Criminal,
      General
      Reference

      For the full job description and TO APPLY:
      Please go to www.bouldercolorado.gov  and click on the Jobs tab at
      the top of the page.  Then click on Seasonal Job Opportunities on the
      left.  Finally look for the title " Parks & Rec -
      Integrated Pest Management and Conservation Technician" and click on
      it.
      Please check the web site often for new listings.


      HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:
      1101 Arapahoe, 1st Floor
      Boulder, CO 80302
      303-441-3070

      An Equal Opportunity Employer