Job Description
TITLE: Seasonal Park Biologist
STATUS OF EMPLOYMENT: Seasonal
CLASSIFICATION: Grade C, Hourly, Starting $12.00 - $15.00
BENEFITS: Public Employment Retirement System (PERS)
PROFILE: Assigned to Conservation Department
Duties Include:
1. Assist with or perform wildlife studies, such as fish, turtle, bat,
snake and other similar surveys;
2. Assist with or perform forestry surveys, wetlands and stream
delineations and assessments, and other botanical studies;
3. Collect and prepare specimens and voucher labels;
4. Participate in Citizen Science Programs (requires the ability to
supervise volunteers);
5. Assist with or perform data collection and mapping using GPS,
GIS and drone technology;
6. Assist with or perform data entry and the preparation of
documents as needed to illustrate geographically referenced data
(sample stations, rare species, wildlife, etc.);
7. Assist in the implementation of natural resource management
projects, including plant propagation, nursery maintenance,
invasive species control, rare fish maintenance, bee hive
maintenance and species monitoring.
QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated understanding of biology (with emphasis in botany,
wildlife, or ecology. Bachelor’s degree with professional
experience preferred but students with relevant skills or
experience are also encouraged to apply.
CONDITIONS: Must be 18 years or older. Must successfully complete a one month probationary period. Must be self-motivated, able to work
independently, in all weather conditions and carry light field
equipment (40 pounds) for extended periods. Must be willing and
able to apply herbicides with proper training and personal
protective equipment (PPE). Must be available nights and
weekends as needed to complete job assignments.
