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Seasonal Conservation Aide I- NO BENEFITS

Elk Neck State Forest

Recruitment #14-999999-908

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Introduction

Seasonal Contractual- NO BENEFITS

Contract Period: November 2014- September 2015

LOCATION OF POSITION

Elk Neck State Forest- North East, MD (Cecil County)

Main Purpose of Job

The Department of Natural Resources, Forest Service/Central Region, is currently accepting applications for a seasonal-contractual Conservation Aide I position located at Elk Neck State Forest in North East, Maryland. Work entails performing independently moderate complex tasks in maintenance of the State Forest including routine construction work, rendering routine preventive maintenance or mechanical equipment, and making minor repairs or improvements to buildings, fixtures, grounds and roadways. Other duties may include but are not limited to: working with contract vendors on maintenance projects, cutting grass, operating chainsaws, habitat improvement projects, forest fire suppression and boundary line recovery projects. The incumbent should have the ability to supervise work crews; to carry out orders and instructions; to work independently on specialized assignments; to work effectively with fellow workers; and to interact positively with the general public. This position may require some work on weekends and/or holidays. Exposure to inclement weather and heavy lifting are frequent. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a CDL Driver's License.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Education: High school Diploma or equivalent.

Experience: None.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Prior maintenance, forest or park management experience is preferred but not required.

2. Working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of heavy equipment such as bulldozers, plows, large trucks, etc. is preferred but not required.

3. Some knowledge of road and maintenance management practices and standards is preferred but not required.

4. Current Possession of a CDL driver’s license is preferred for this position but not required. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  Ability to obtain a CDL Driver's License.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment, and report all experience and education that is related to this position. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will proceed to the next phase of evaluation.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application is STRONGLY preferred online access is unavailable, you may submit a paper application to:

Department of Natural Resources
Human Resources
580 Taylor Avenue, C-3
Annapolis, MD 21401

Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted.

The Human Resource Department is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.








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