• Job Description

  Req#: FORES001859

  Natural Resources Intern - PTS

  Position Profile

  Status: Part-time/Temporary/Seasonal (PTS), non-exempt

  Salary: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour depending on qualifications + opportunity for end of the season bonus! $0.50 for every hour worked

  Location: Based out of City Maintenance Facility (15150 Technology Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344)

  Hours: PT/FT hours available; FT hours (M-F 7am-3:00pm)

  Reporting Relationship: Reports to Forestry & Natural Resources Supervisor

  Park & Natural Resources Division

  The Parks and Natural Resources Division is responsible for providing the citizens and users of the City’s park system with safe, properly maintained, and high quality facilities. The Division is responsible for developing and maintaining the park and open space system with facilities that meet the community needs. Wildlife, forestry and natural resources management are a top priority of this division.

  Position Details

  The duties and responsibilities of the Natural Resources Intern include:

  1. Assist with management of natural areas.
  • Assist in identifying, prioritizing, and performing invasive species removal including herbicide treatments.
  • Assist with planning and implementing restoration projects.
  • Assist with plant surveys.
  2. Assist with noxious weed/tall grass complaints.
  • Inspect, document, and mail notifications.
  3. Maintain records using Field Maps (ArcGIS).
  4. Assist with planning and implementation of environmental volunteer events including tree plantings, invasive species removal, and harvesting native prairie seed.
  5. Aid in Forestry activities including:
  • Maintain newly planted and young trees.
  • Aid in disease tree program on public and private property
  • Maintaining tree inventory

  While these areas are the primary focus of the position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City.

  Position Requirements

  Education: Working toward completion of a degree in Forestry & Natural Resources Management, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Ecology, or related field. Required to have completed a general Botany course or something similar to show ability for plant identification.

  Work Experience : Experience working in an outdoor environment, have working knowledge of trees and plants, and comfortable using herbicides is required. A valid Minnesota Department of Agriculture pesticide applicators license (Categories A, F, and J) is preferred.

  Technical Skills: Proficient user of MS Office (Word, Excel). Prior use and understanding of ArcGIS is preferred, but not required.

  Physical Requirements: This position requires ability to read maps and use compass, work outdoors (may have to work in hot and humid conditions), walking on uneven surfaces and through varied terrain.

  Other Requirements: Must maintain a Minnesota driver’s license. Must obtain a Minnesota Department of Agriculture pesticide applicators license (Categories A, F, and J) applicators license within 1 month of employment.

  City Expectations

  All employees are expected to contribute to the success of our organization by demonstrating the shared values: Collaboration, Innovation, Integrity, Performance, Relationships.

  Position Specific Expectations

  Communication: Able to convey a message to get a point across; communicates in a clear and concise manner; able to write clearly and succinctly; tailors message to a variety of communication settings and styles.

  Attention to Detail: Able to find errors in work and solve problems; anticipates issues and performs at a high level of accuracy; sets up systems to ensure errors are not repeated.

  Accountability: Follows through on commitments; focuses on appropriate tasks throughout the shift; takes responsibilities for actions both as an individual and on behalf of the organization; actions and words are in sync; follows all policies and procedures; maintains confidentiality; is prepared and punctual to all scheduled shifts.

  Decision Making: Makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, experience and judgment in a timely manner; determines a course of action after weighing and analyzing different options; seeks out additional information when necessary; presents solutions and suggestions within the appropriate channels.

  Pre-employment Process

  The City of Eden Prairie conducts professional reference and criminal history checks for all employees joining the organization. In addition, the following is required for this specific position: driver’s check (must have valid driver’s license and excellent driving record). All final candidates must successfully complete and pass the pre-employment process before their first day of employment.

  Application Process

  Please complete an application profile by going to www.edenprairie.org and selecting the employment link at the top of the website.

  Application Process

  Application Deadline: Open until position is filled

  Review Applications/Select Candidates: As applications are received

  Interviews: As applications are received

  Expected Start Date: Mid-May - Negotiable

• About the company

  Eden Prairie is recognized as a great place to work and raise a family and is consistently ranked among MONEY magazine's

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