Sonoma County, CA
Santa Rosa, California, United States
Position Information The County of Sonoma's Animal Services Division is looking to hire a full-time Animal Care Assistant who is passionate about animal welfare! Starting salary up to $26.55/hour ($55,413/year) and a competitive total compensation package!* About the Position Animal Care Assistants play an important role in the Animal Services Division. Animal Care Assistants are responsible for the daily care and husbandry of all animals housed within the County of Sonoma animal shelter. In this position, you will: Ensure the hygiene, feeding, and hydrating of the animals Assist with the intake of animals to the animal shelter Work with volunteers Provide the animals with animal enrichment Stock and inventory all necessary animal care items Work in teams to clean the kennels using set protocols As the ideal candidate to join this team, you will possess a strong work ethic with a passion for the welfare of animals. In addition, you will possess: Some experience in animal care in an animal shelter, boarding facility, veterinary clinic, or similar area The ability to learn about common diseases in a shelter environment and signs of these diseases Excellent communication skills to work effectively with volunteers, staff, etc. Knowledge of correct cleaning and lifting techniques A sense of pride in your work The ability to shift gears quickly and effectively Creativity and flexibility in the face of fast-paced situations The ability to learn to work in a database and Microsoft Office Please note: Animal Care Assistants work from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.. Uniforms and safety boots/shoes are required and provided. Animal Care Assistants will be required to work weekends and holidays but not evenings under normal circumstances. Much of the work takes place in an open-air kennel environment which can be hot or cold depending on the time of year. What We Offer Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including: Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options Staff Development/Wellness Pay - Annual benefit allowances of up to $500 and ongoing education/training opportunities Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment Student Loan Debt Relief - County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education *Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 Memorandum Of Understanding (SEIU MOU) and our Employee Benefits Directory . This recruitment is being conducted to fill a full-time Animal Care Assistant position in the Department of Health Services. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: Six months of paid or unpaid full-time experience caring for animals. Examples of qualifying experience are: kennel attendant, shelter worker, veterinarian technician, assistant, or helper. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level, including necessary special endorsements, as required by the State of California to perform the essential job functions of the position. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Working knowledge of: the methods and techniques used in the care of animals; basic animal handling; disease control techniques, practices, methods, and materials used in cleaning animal facilities; occupational hazards of and safety precautions for working around small and large animals. Ability to: lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs. without assistance; learn herd health disease transmission and control procedures; recognize common symptoms and common diseases of animals; perform safe animal handling techniques; perform the work in a humane manner; be exposed to the euthanasia of animals by direct injection; perform general labor for extended periods, sometimes under adverse weather conditions; carry out oral and written instructions; properly and legibly complete necessary forms; work tactfully and effectively with co-workers, staff of other agencies, volunteers, inmates, and the general public; operate a personal computer. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Responses to supplemental questions will be used in assessing minimum qualifications. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state, "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%).Each application and supplemental questionnaire will be thoroughly evaluated for satisfaction of minimum qualifications and relevance of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities that relate to this position. Candidates possessing the most appropriate job-related qualifications will be placed on an employment list and referred to the department for selection interviews. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Continuous recruitments may close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. HR Analyst: SZ HR Technician: RR IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions. COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: GENERAL* These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers: Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment. Health Plan : Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County contribution toward the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit. For specific details, please refer to the applicable MOU). A County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement is available for some bargaining units. Retirement : Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired . IRS 457 Plan : Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits. Student Loan Debt Relief : County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education. Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more. For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900. *IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Position Information The County of Sonoma's Animal Services Division is looking to hire a full-time Animal Care Assistant who is passionate about animal welfare! Starting salary up to $26.55/hour ($55,413/year) and a competitive total compensation package!* About the Position Animal Care Assistants play an important role in the Animal Services Division. Animal Care Assistants are responsible for the daily care and husbandry of all animals housed within the County of Sonoma animal shelter. In this position, you will: Ensure the hygiene, feeding, and hydrating of the animals Assist with the intake of animals to the animal shelter Work with volunteers Provide the animals with animal enrichment Stock and inventory all necessary animal care items Work in teams to clean the kennels using set protocols As the ideal candidate to join this team, you will possess a strong work ethic with a passion for the welfare of animals. In addition, you will possess: Some experience in animal care in an animal shelter, boarding facility, veterinary clinic, or similar area The ability to learn about common diseases in a shelter environment and signs of these diseases Excellent communication skills to work effectively with volunteers, staff, etc. Knowledge of correct cleaning and lifting techniques A sense of pride in your work The ability to shift gears quickly and effectively Creativity and flexibility in the face of fast-paced situations The ability to learn to work in a database and Microsoft Office Please note: Animal Care Assistants work from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.. Uniforms and safety boots/shoes are required and provided. Animal Care Assistants will be required to work weekends and holidays but not evenings under normal circumstances. Much of the work takes place in an open-air kennel environment which can be hot or cold depending on the time of year. What We Offer Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including: Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options Staff Development/Wellness Pay - Annual benefit allowances of up to $500 and ongoing education/training opportunities Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment Student Loan Debt Relief - County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education *Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 Memorandum Of Understanding (SEIU MOU) and our Employee Benefits Directory . This recruitment is being conducted to fill a full-time Animal Care Assistant position in the Department of Health Services. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: Six months of paid or unpaid full-time experience caring for animals. Examples of qualifying experience are: kennel attendant, shelter worker, veterinarian technician, assistant, or helper. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level, including necessary special endorsements, as required by the State of California to perform the essential job functions of the position. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Working knowledge of: the methods and techniques used in the care of animals; basic animal handling; disease control techniques, practices, methods, and materials used in cleaning animal facilities; occupational hazards of and safety precautions for working around small and large animals. Ability to: lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs. without assistance; learn herd health disease transmission and control procedures; recognize common symptoms and common diseases of animals; perform safe animal handling techniques; perform the work in a humane manner; be exposed to the euthanasia of animals by direct injection; perform general labor for extended periods, sometimes under adverse weather conditions; carry out oral and written instructions; properly and legibly complete necessary forms; work tactfully and effectively with co-workers, staff of other agencies, volunteers, inmates, and the general public; operate a personal computer. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Responses to supplemental questions will be used in assessing minimum qualifications. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state, "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%).Each application and supplemental questionnaire will be thoroughly evaluated for satisfaction of minimum qualifications and relevance of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities that relate to this position. Candidates possessing the most appropriate job-related qualifications will be placed on an employment list and referred to the department for selection interviews. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Continuous recruitments may close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. HR Analyst: SZ HR Technician: RR IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions. COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: GENERAL* These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers: Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment. Health Plan : Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County contribution toward the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit. For specific details, please refer to the applicable MOU). A County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement is available for some bargaining units. Retirement : Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired . IRS 457 Plan : Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits. Student Loan Debt Relief : County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education. Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more. For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900. *IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
MARIN COUNTY, CA
Multiple Locations, California, United States
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Read on to find out more about this opportunity: Marin County Parks offers an extensive system of regional and community parks, open space preserves, and trails for public use and enjoyment. The Department consists of two divisions: The Parks and Landscape Division and the Marin County Open Space District (MCOSD). The Department is responsible for planning, acquiring, and managing the County's open space system, which includes more than 16,000 acres of open space and more than 250 miles of public trails, as well as the County's park system with five regional parks, eight neighborhood parks, and six paved multi-use paths. In addition, the Department works closely and collaboratively with private organizations and public agencies within the county that manage and preserve open space lands, parks, and protected environmental sanctuaries including Marin Municipal Water District, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, California State Parks, and National Marine Sanctuaries. The County’s Park and open space systems are enjoyed by millions of visitors annually. ABOUT THE POSITION The Biodiversity and Fuels Management Coordinator will serve as the District’s field liaison for fire fuel reduction projects. Primary responsibilities will be to coordinate fire fuel reduction projects that protect and improve wildlife habitats on District preserves. Under direct supervision of Marin County Parks Superintendent, the Resource Specialist will oversee, implement, and collaborate on projects stemming from the District’s Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Plan (VBMP) and Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP). This position will serve as a technical resource to County Parks staff for implementation of bird and wildlife protection BMPs on assigned projects, implementation of the District’s vegetation and fuels management goals, and oversight of the District’s vegetation modification permit program for defensible space projects. In addition, this position will collaborate with staff, Marin County Fire Department work crews, contractor crews, and volunteer groups in setting work priorities and planning fuel reduction activities on Parks and District lands. This position will also work with stakeholders and regional agencies to partner on projects that benefit wildlife and reduce fuel loads on a countywide and regional level. ABOUT YOU THE HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE: will possess lead experience in land stewardship, baseline biological data collection and bird and plant field surveys, and public outreach. They will have a strong foundation in public sector natural resources management and conservation biology; experience working with the fauna and flora of Marin County, including the ability to identify, map, and monitor these species and their habitats using standard mapping and monitoring protocols. The highly qualified candidate will have experience observing and surveying avian and terrestrial wildlife; experience with protocol level surveys with rare, threatened, and endangered species, such as the Northern spotted owl and sensitive plant communities. They will have experience with environmental compliance laws and regulations and working with land management and fire protection agencies. The highly qualified candidate will have experience with current data collection and analysis technology including: CalFlora, Avenza pdf, or similar. In addition, the highly qualified candidate will have a proven ability to prioritize and plan projects to enhance habitat value for native and endangered plant species; collect and download spatial data from a GPS device; and the ability to use ArcGIS and display biological and project data in a map format. The highly qualified candidate will also have excellent communication skills and have experience creating reports and presenting project data to diverse public and private stakeholder groups. QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: Principles and practices of the development and implementation of geographic information systems, including the production of digitized and hard-copy maps and statistical data. Resource management and the interrelationships of various disciplines to clearly portray ecological relationships in order to facilitate the planning, design, coordination, and implementation of integrated geospatial information systems. Geographic systems hardware, software and applications as utilized by the County. Basic principles, practices and methods of botany, natural resources management, and soil science. Computer applications related to the work, particularly as related to GIS, databases, report writing and scheduling. Planning for, directing, and supervising temporary field staff in daily operations. Techniques for monitoring and evaluating vegetation, habitat types, erosion, and other watershed parameters. Principles of plant and wildlife communities in the County of Marin. Laws, codes, orders, regulations, and practices related to the functional areas of open space natural resource protection and administration, general land conservation, and employee and public safety. Principles, practices, and application of uplands and wetlands protection and mitigation, soil science, botany, forestry, wildlife management, ecology and related biological and physical science as applied to habitat restoration, maintenance, and enhancement. Native plant and animal resources, and archaeological, geological, and aquatic resources, such as found in Marin County Open Space areas. Techniques for monitoring vegetation and habitat types. Safety equipment and practices including the proper operation and minor maintenance of hand tools and measuring devices used in monitoring and mitigation. Ability to: Determine work priorities and coordinate materials and equipment. Participate in programs such as erosion control, exotic plant and animal control, fire prevention and prescribed burn management, re-vegetation, wild land disease and insect control, pesticide use and integrated pest management and fresh water and marine habitat improvement. Work cooperatively to maintain effective Open Space Natural Resource programs. Collect, analyze, evaluate biological and natural resource data, and make effective recommendations. Interpret and apply laws, codes, regulations, and procedures. Maintain accurate records and files. Prepare clear and concise reports and correspondence. Analyze situations, weigh alternatives, make independent decisions, and take appropriate action. Communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, administration, other departments, and the public. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge and skills listed below. Typically, equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in geography, biology, natural sciences, resource management, forestry, wildlife management or a related science and two years of professional experience which includes development and implementation of resource management projects with an emphasis on GIS or experience in digitizing data or working with ortho-photography and/or automated geographic information databases. Additional experience in geography, biology, natural sciences, resource management, forestry, wildlife management or a related science can be substituted for the four-year degree on a year-for-year basis. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Hybrid Work Schedule : Marin County Parks supports hybrid work. T esting and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. County Employees as Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: 6/4/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Read on to find out more about this opportunity: Marin County Parks offers an extensive system of regional and community parks, open space preserves, and trails for public use and enjoyment. The Department consists of two divisions: The Parks and Landscape Division and the Marin County Open Space District (MCOSD). The Department is responsible for planning, acquiring, and managing the County's open space system, which includes more than 16,000 acres of open space and more than 250 miles of public trails, as well as the County's park system with five regional parks, eight neighborhood parks, and six paved multi-use paths. In addition, the Department works closely and collaboratively with private organizations and public agencies within the county that manage and preserve open space lands, parks, and protected environmental sanctuaries including Marin Municipal Water District, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, California State Parks, and National Marine Sanctuaries. The County’s Park and open space systems are enjoyed by millions of visitors annually. ABOUT THE POSITION The Biodiversity and Fuels Management Coordinator will serve as the District’s field liaison for fire fuel reduction projects. Primary responsibilities will be to coordinate fire fuel reduction projects that protect and improve wildlife habitats on District preserves. Under direct supervision of Marin County Parks Superintendent, the Resource Specialist will oversee, implement, and collaborate on projects stemming from the District’s Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Plan (VBMP) and Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP). This position will serve as a technical resource to County Parks staff for implementation of bird and wildlife protection BMPs on assigned projects, implementation of the District’s vegetation and fuels management goals, and oversight of the District’s vegetation modification permit program for defensible space projects. In addition, this position will collaborate with staff, Marin County Fire Department work crews, contractor crews, and volunteer groups in setting work priorities and planning fuel reduction activities on Parks and District lands. This position will also work with stakeholders and regional agencies to partner on projects that benefit wildlife and reduce fuel loads on a countywide and regional level. ABOUT YOU THE HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE: will possess lead experience in land stewardship, baseline biological data collection and bird and plant field surveys, and public outreach. They will have a strong foundation in public sector natural resources management and conservation biology; experience working with the fauna and flora of Marin County, including the ability to identify, map, and monitor these species and their habitats using standard mapping and monitoring protocols. The highly qualified candidate will have experience observing and surveying avian and terrestrial wildlife; experience with protocol level surveys with rare, threatened, and endangered species, such as the Northern spotted owl and sensitive plant communities. They will have experience with environmental compliance laws and regulations and working with land management and fire protection agencies. The highly qualified candidate will have experience with current data collection and analysis technology including: CalFlora, Avenza pdf, or similar. In addition, the highly qualified candidate will have a proven ability to prioritize and plan projects to enhance habitat value for native and endangered plant species; collect and download spatial data from a GPS device; and the ability to use ArcGIS and display biological and project data in a map format. The highly qualified candidate will also have excellent communication skills and have experience creating reports and presenting project data to diverse public and private stakeholder groups. QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: Principles and practices of the development and implementation of geographic information systems, including the production of digitized and hard-copy maps and statistical data. Resource management and the interrelationships of various disciplines to clearly portray ecological relationships in order to facilitate the planning, design, coordination, and implementation of integrated geospatial information systems. Geographic systems hardware, software and applications as utilized by the County. Basic principles, practices and methods of botany, natural resources management, and soil science. Computer applications related to the work, particularly as related to GIS, databases, report writing and scheduling. Planning for, directing, and supervising temporary field staff in daily operations. Techniques for monitoring and evaluating vegetation, habitat types, erosion, and other watershed parameters. Principles of plant and wildlife communities in the County of Marin. Laws, codes, orders, regulations, and practices related to the functional areas of open space natural resource protection and administration, general land conservation, and employee and public safety. Principles, practices, and application of uplands and wetlands protection and mitigation, soil science, botany, forestry, wildlife management, ecology and related biological and physical science as applied to habitat restoration, maintenance, and enhancement. Native plant and animal resources, and archaeological, geological, and aquatic resources, such as found in Marin County Open Space areas. Techniques for monitoring vegetation and habitat types. Safety equipment and practices including the proper operation and minor maintenance of hand tools and measuring devices used in monitoring and mitigation. Ability to: Determine work priorities and coordinate materials and equipment. Participate in programs such as erosion control, exotic plant and animal control, fire prevention and prescribed burn management, re-vegetation, wild land disease and insect control, pesticide use and integrated pest management and fresh water and marine habitat improvement. Work cooperatively to maintain effective Open Space Natural Resource programs. Collect, analyze, evaluate biological and natural resource data, and make effective recommendations. Interpret and apply laws, codes, regulations, and procedures. Maintain accurate records and files. Prepare clear and concise reports and correspondence. Analyze situations, weigh alternatives, make independent decisions, and take appropriate action. Communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, administration, other departments, and the public. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge and skills listed below. Typically, equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in geography, biology, natural sciences, resource management, forestry, wildlife management or a related science and two years of professional experience which includes development and implementation of resource management projects with an emphasis on GIS or experience in digitizing data or working with ortho-photography and/or automated geographic information databases. Additional experience in geography, biology, natural sciences, resource management, forestry, wildlife management or a related science can be substituted for the four-year degree on a year-for-year basis. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Hybrid Work Schedule : Marin County Parks supports hybrid work. T esting and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. County Employees as Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: 6/4/2024 11:59 PM Pacific