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Seasonal Natural Resources Worker - CFM & Property Interns

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Science
    Sustainability
  • Indianapolis

AI generated summary

  • You must have a high school diploma or 1 year of experience, potentially work varied hours, travel, lift 50lbs, and may need coursework in natural resources or related fields.
  • You will assist in resource management, maintenance tasks, customer service, pest sampling, and various forestry-related activities as needed across properties.

Requirements

  • You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
  • High school diploma, GED, or one (1) year of work experience.
  • May be expected to work afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • May be required to wear a DNR-provided uniform.
  • May be required to travel to different properties.
  • May be required to have a valid driver’s license.
  • May experience working with DOC work release crews.
  • May perform duties in a variety of different environments, including an office environment, field environment, rugged terrain, and various adverse weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, sleet, etc.).
  • May work around potentially dangerous heavy equipment (e.g. tractors, disks, mowers, planters, etc.).
  • Some positions may require:
  • Completion of some college coursework in wildlife management, natural resources, biology, ecology, forestry and/or related areas of study is required.
  • Ability to understand and apply through on the job training and using previous, relevant experience basic biological principles, ecological variables and interactions, plant identification, herbicide application, invasive plant management techniques (of conservation biology, the management of forests, wetlands, and prairie habitats), and life histories of invasive plants.
  • Ability to lift equipment, tools, or materials up to 50lbs.
  • Ability to sustain periods of strenuous physical activity.
  • Ability to carry out assignments with general instruction and limited supervision.
  • Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

  • Resource Management Techs: Assists with the control of invasive plant species natural area restoration trail maintenance, brush and tree removal, signage, timber marking and/or timber stand improvement based on the property.
  • Laborers: Work to maintain and repair property buildings, grounds, and facilities. Laborers perform various duties based on property needs. Possible duties may include landscaping, mowing, firewood processing, structure maintenance, sign creation, trail upkeep, carpentry, and plumbing, based on property needs.
  • Clerks: Perform a wide variety of tasks to support property staff. Duties may include inventory, stocking, reporting, budgeting, and assisting with other administrative duties.
  • Office Assistants: Answer inquiries about the property and provide quality customer service to the park visitors. This position also assists property management with operations and administrative functions.
  • Entomology Workers (Taxonomists): sort through samples of exotic forest or tree pests of specific concern. Survey samples are collected from high risk sites to determine locations of exotic insects and pathogens in Indiana. Samples of concern are processed and forwarded to a certified taxonomist for further identification and classification.
  • Forest Worker: Assist in duties related to the survey, biological monitoring, and/or control of forestry resources.
  • Nursery Workers: Collect, weigh, test, bail, and grade seedlings for quality and use. This role also packages tree seedlings and fulfills customer orders.
  • Forestry Program Interns: Primarily conduct field inspections of forestlands and complete associated reports. Duties may include assisting with forest inventories, timber marking, educational programs, and timber stand improvement.
  • Security Officers: Monitor the activities of visitors and report problems to property management or other authorities. Security Officers patrol the property and enforce regulations in a courteous, but firm manner. This role provides security to facilities, construction sites, and logging operations as needed, including late night visits to area prone to vandalism, disturbances, and illegal activities.
  • Gate Attendants (Ferdinand State Forest Only): Provide quality customer service at assigned property station. The main responsibilities of this position the collection of revenue from fees and permits, and cash/credit card handling duties.

FAQs

What is the hourly wage for the Seasonal Natural Resources Worker position?

The hourly wage for this seasonal position starts at $14.50.

Are there any benefits associated with this seasonal position?

This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven-month continuous period.

What are the educational requirements for this position?

A high school diploma, GED, or one (1) year of work experience is required. Some positions may require completion of college coursework in related fields.

Will I need to work weekends or holidays?

Yes, you may be expected to work afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Is a driver’s license required for this position?

Yes, you may be required to have a valid driver’s license.

What types of duties will I perform in this role?

Duties may include resource management, labor, clerical work, customer service, taxonomical sorting of pests, assisting with forestry inventories, and more, depending on the specific position.

Do I need experience in natural resources or related fields to apply?

While experience is beneficial, it is not strictly required to apply. Relevant experience or coursework in wildlife management, natural resources, biology, ecology, forestry, or related studies may be necessary for some positions.

What type of work environment should I expect?

You may perform duties in various environments, including offices, field settings, rugged terrain, and in varying weather conditions such as extreme heat, cold, rain, or snow.

Is this position open to all applicants?

Yes, the State of Indiana is committed to equal employment opportunity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of background or identity.

Can I get assistance with the application process if I have a disability?

Yes, you can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

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