Ecological Restoration Supervisor na ST CHARLES PARK DISTRICT

Description

Job Summary About the Role

Through collaboration with your supervisor and co-workers in this hands-on role, you will have the opportunity to lead the restoration efforts to improve the ecological systems within the 500+ acres of St. Charles Park District natural areas by developing management and restoration plans. The goal of this position is to increase the overall health of native habitat to create a high-quality amenity for the benefit of residents, visitors and the St. Charles community.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

This position is well suited for someone with a friendly and positive personality who is productive and shows initiative, is an effective written and oral communicator, is reliable and safety-minded.

Required: A Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Ecology, Forestry or Horticulture is required. Four to six year’s experience is required. Must obtain an Illinois spray applicator license within six months of hire. A valid Illinois State Driver’s License is required. Must be Certified Prescribed Burn Manager. Must have plant identification and propagation knowledge and the safe use of power equipment and herbicides. Pleasant personality and work record that shows reliability, initiative, tact and productivity. Maintain current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification and DCFS Mandated Reporter Certification or obtain certification within 30 days of hire.

Essential Functions of the Position or Role

Park District Cornerstones

• Follow all departmental safety rules that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of Park District’s safety and risk management program.
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with residents, colleagues, the public, PDRMA and other agencies or organizations as delegated.
• Recommends improvements and efficiencies to better accomplish individual and district goals in the best interests of the St. Charles Park District community.
• Comply with Park District policies and administrative procedures.

Responsibilities

• Recommend to the Assistant Superintendent of Outdoor Education plans for contracted restoration work, ensuring appropriate scheduling and work plans.
• Develop and implement restoration plans involving the removal of non-native species and planting and/or seeding of native species appropriate to the habitat being restored.
• Select, acquire and/or propagate, and install appropriate native plant material in all restoration areas.
• Develop daily work plans for the natural area restoration crew consistent with restoration goals for natural areas and assign tasks to ensure completion of those plans.
• Plan and lead controlled burns in compliance with permit requirements and best practices.
• Plan and lead the cutting, hauling, chipping, and burning of brush and trees using both hand and power equipment.
• Be attentive to the care and cleaning of all equipment.
• Prepare and apply herbicide as directed and appropriate.
• Manage the collection of seeds and propagation program
• Ensure maintenance of natural area trails and trail structures.
• Supervise assigned employees and train them to become more productive by instruction and hands-on work.
• Operate vehicles and motorized equipment as required.
• Continually upgrade knowledge of all aspects of position.
• Organize and facilitate volunteer workdays and work to retain and grow volunteer efforts.
• Assist at educational programs provide support services for environmental education programs and events.
• Willingly work beyond normal working hours, including week evenings and weekends when necessary.
• Effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

Administrative

• Keep records of all work performed.
• Keep the Assistant Superintendent of Outdoor Education adequately informed at all times of problems related to work and changes in plans of work.
• Inventory tools and commodities necessary for the operation of the naturalist’s division of the Parks Department.

Supervisory

• Consult with your immediate supervisor, exercise supervisory authority and judgement on an on-going basis related to subordinate employees reporting directly to you, in matters including development of job descriptions, hiring, lay-offs, compensating within approved budgeted parameters and disciplinary action, up to and including termination, in compliance with Park District policies and procedures.
• Exercise independent supervisory authority and judgement on an on-going basis related to subordinate employees reporting directly to you, in matters including, but not limited to employee training, scheduling, assigning, directing and overseeing completion of work assignments and employee performance evaluation.

Marginal Functions of the Position or Role

• Assist with special events.
• Assist with snow removal.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

EEO Statement and Accommodations

The St Charles Park District is an equal opportunity employer under all state and federal laws and regulations. The job responsibilities are subject to accommodations pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require assistance or accommodation with the application process, please contact the Business Department at 630-584-1055.

Benefits

The Park District offers the following benefits to all Full-Time employees:

• Health Insurance coverage or Health Insurance Waiver Incentive
• Dental Insurance – paid 100% by the District
• Vision Insurance - paid 100% by the District 
• Life Insurance and AD&D coverage of 2x the employee’s salary, paired with a dependent package, paid 100% by the District
• Time Off: The Park District provides all full-time employees with paid sick, personal and vacation days in accordance with the Park District’s sick, personal and vacation policies, rules, and regulations. 
• Retirement: Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension plan
  • Includes Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefit
• Voluntary Benefits
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plans
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Dependent Care Account
  • Commuter Benefit Account
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Indemnity Insurance (Aflac)
• Additional District Incentives
  • Wellness Program
  • Paid Training and Tuition Reimbursement
  • Discounts for Programs and free Admission to Facilities